Community Resources

Sometimes, you just need a little help. There are lots of different community resources listed below: some are offered by us here at Cornerstone Church, others are provided by community faith-based organizations and other non-profits, as well as government agencies.

For help navigating Cornerstone Church resources, or to ask for prayer, please email Rhoni Kaastra.

Immediate Help in a Crisis

For an emergency or life-threatening crisis, call 911.

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800.273.TALK (8255)
    If you or someone you know is in crisis—whether they are considering suicide or not—please call the toll-free Lifeline to speak with a trained crisis counselor 24/7.
  • Crisis Text Line: Text NAMI to 741-741
    Connect with a trained crisis counselor to receive free, 24/7 crisis support via text message.
  • Online: Go Here for helpline, text, and email options.
  • Local Domestic Violence Assistance (Faith-Based): 452.6664. For more information and help, go to Safe Haven Ministries.
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline: 799.SAFE (7233)
    Trained expert advocates are available 24/7 to provide confidential support to anyone experiencing domestic violence or seeking resources and information. Help is available in Spanish and other languages.

Housing, Food and Bills Resources

Employment & Financial Resources

West Michigan Works! is part of the statewide Michigan Works! system, serving the employers and job seekers of Allegan, Barry, Ionia, Kent, Montcalm, Muskegon and Ottawa counties.

Go here for free help with creating or revamping your resume.

Go here for free help setting up a budget, dealing with credit card and other debt, planning for the future, etc.

Mental Health, Support Group Substance Abuse Resources

Go here whether you’re seeking therapy or counseling for yourself or someone else. Cornerstone will help connect you with the right resources. 

Cornerstone Care Groups are peer-support communities that offer emotional and practical help.

  • Grace Alliance cultivates healthy solutions for hearts and minds through simple, innovative biblical truths, scientific research and practical tools, for adults and teens.
  • Headspace (free to Michiganders) offers evidence-based guided meditations, mindful workouts, sleep assistance, and content for kids.

If you, or a family member, needs help with a mental or substance use disorder, call SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 1.800.662.HELP (4357) or TTY: 1.800.487.4889, or use SAMHSA’s Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator to get help.  You can also use these direct links:

SAMHSA Find Treatment

SAMHSA Resources for Families

Resources for Parents & Educators

Wedgwood is one of Michigan's most highly regarded experts for helping hurting children, youth and families and is dedicated to boldly taking on the toughest problems facing them today, including: Substance Abuse, Developmental Delays, Learning Difficulties, School Expulsions, Sex Trafficking, Abuse & Neglect, Sexual Abuse & Sexual Behavior Issues, and more.

Michigan Cares has free digital lessons on social, emotional, and mental well-being skills.

Resources for the Aging

Go here for assistance for older adults and caregivers looking for information and resources.

Resources for Small Businesses

Questions? Not Sure Where to Start?

You may not know where to start, so it can be helpful to talk to someone confidentially about the situation you are facing.  Please, contact the church office or Rhoni Kaastra for assistance.

Rhoni Kaastra

Director of Support Groups and Counseling
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