I Am Pregnant and Homeless in Michigan — What Can I Do?

If you’re pregnant and facing homelessness here in Michigan, you might feel overwhelmed and alone. But here’s the truth: you are not alone, and there is real help available right now. Whether you're searching for a warm place to stay tonight or looking into adoption as a long-term path forward, you don’t have to do this by yourself.

Pregnant and Homeless in Michigan? Start Here

Everyone deserves stability, dignity, and safety — especially during pregnancy. In this guide, we’ll walk you through local housing resources, explain how adoption can be a safe and empowering option, and show how our agency can support you with no pressure, no judgment, and no cost.

We also want you to know that it's okay if you're unsure about what to do next. Whether you're early in your pregnancy or approaching your due date, there's still time to get help and make the choice that's right for you.

Request Free Information and we’ll walk you through your options.

First Steps: Where to Find Immediate Housing Help in Michigan

If you need a place to stay tonight or help finding long-term support, these Michigan-based resources can help:

• Call 2-1-1: This free and confidential service connects you with emergency shelters, food programs, and pregnancy support in your area.
• Local Pregnancy Centers: Clinics like LifePlan (Niles), Positive Options (Holland), and Insight Pregnancy Services (Alpena) offer free pregnancy services and may help with housing or referrals.
• Faith-Based Shelters: Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan and local Salvation Army shelters offer programs and safe places for pregnant women.
• Maternity Homes: Some communities have dedicated housing just for pregnant women, such as Mary’s Mantle in Southfield or Lighthouse in Grand Rapids.

If you're not safe where you’re currently staying — whether due to violence, abuse, or threats — we can help you relocate. Your safety comes first.

Even if you’re unsure about adoption, we can help you get connected to local housing support today. Your safety matters, and we’re here with compassion and practical help.

Adoption Can Be a Safe and Supportive Option

Adoption might not have been your first thought. But for many women in Michigan, it becomes a way to find peace, safety, and a hopeful future. Choosing adoption is not giving up — it’s choosing something better for yourself and your baby. It can offer:

• A loving family you choose yourself
• The chance to stay in touch through open adoption
• Help with housing, food, transportation, and other costs
• Free legal, medical, and emotional support

We know this is a heavy decision — filled with love, grief, and the desire to do what's best. It's okay to feel heartbroken, scared, or unsure. We're here to listen and walk with you, wherever you are in the process.

Your Choices Matter: What You Can Control in the Adoption Process

When things feel out of control, knowing what you can decide can help you feel stronger. Through our agency, you make all the important decisions — and we’re here to support you.

You Choose the Adoptive Family

We work with a wide range of adoptive parents across Michigan and the U.S. You can look through family profiles, see photos, read their stories, and choose the family that feels right to you.

You Design Your Hospital Plan

From who you want with you during delivery to how much time you’d like with your baby after birth — this is your experience. We’ll help you create a hospital plan that respects your comfort and your wishes.

You Personalize Your Adoption Plan

You decide what kind of relationship you want with the adoptive family — before and after placement. You can change your mind as you go. This is your plan, and we’ll tailor it to fit your needs.

You Can Still Choose Late in Pregnancy

If you’re in your third trimester or even if you've just delivered, it’s not too late to choose adoption. We can help you make a plan quickly and compassionately, even from the hospital.

See families waiting to adopt and imagine the life you can give your baby.

You Can Stay Connected Through Open Adoption

Today, most adoptions are open — which means you can keep in touch. You might exchange photos and updates, have video chats, or even visit. We’ll help you create the kind of contact that feels right for you.  Adoption in Michigan isn’t a one-size-fits-all process. It’s your story — and we’ll walk with you every step of the way.

Housing Support for Pregnant Women in Michigan

If you're pregnant and without stable housing, we can help you find a safe place — right here in Michigan or somewhere you feel secure. Our team can:

• Place you in a maternity home
• Help you relocate to a safer environment
• Arrange temporary housing like hotels or short-term rentals

These services are fully funded by your adoption plan. Adoptive families legally cover these costs, so you can focus on your health and your pregnancy without added stress.

Even if you haven’t made a final decision, contacting us gives you more options. Call 1-800-ADOPTION to talk to someone who can help tonight.

Free Services for Pregnant Women Considering Adoption

No matter where you are in your pregnancy, if you're thinking about adoption, you can receive free support including:

• Adoption planning and education
• Legal representation
• Counseling before and after placement
• Transportation help
• Matching with adoptive families
• Hospital planning and support

Our services are 100% confidential and available at no cost. We’re here to make sure you have the guidance and support you deserve. If you’re already parenting other children and unsure how this decision might affect them — we’re here to talk through that with care and without judgment.

What Financial Help Can Cover

If you pursue adoption, Michigan law allows adoptive families to provide financial help during your pregnancy. This assistance may include:

• Safe housing or rent payments
• Groceries and healthy meals
• Maternity clothes and prenatal supplies
• Transportation to your appointments
• Help with utilities or phone bills

You won’t have to figure this out alone — we’ll make sure your needs are met in a way that’s safe, legal, and supportive.

Michigan Housing Programs You May Qualify For

Besides adoption support, you might be eligible for public housing help. These programs are available across the state:

• Section 8 Vouchers: Helps reduce rent costs.
• HUD Homeless Assistance Grants: Emergency shelter and transitional housing.
• TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families): Offers financial support.
• Michigan Medicaid: Covers prenatal and delivery-related medical care.
• Public Housing Authorities (PHA): Help with long-term housing applications.

These programs can feel complex, but you don’t have to apply alone. We’ll guide you through the process and help you understand what you qualify for — even if adoption isn’t the right path for you.

What Happens After Placement?

Placing a baby for adoption doesn’t mean you're left to figure things out alone. Our agency offers ongoing support for birth parents even after placement — including emotional counseling, help staying in contact with the adoptive family, and referrals for long-term resources. Hear from women who found peace and connection through open adoption stories.

You’ll never be alone in your journey — before, during, or after your adoption plan.

You Deserve a Safe Place and a Supportive Future

Being pregnant and without housing is hard — but it’s not the end of your story. There are people in Michigan ready to help you take the next step.

We can help you:

• Find emergency shelter tonight
• Connect with adoption specialists
• Learn about your rights and options
• Get support with housing, food, and more

Let’s Talk — Help Starts Here

You deserve a safe place to stay and a future you can feel good about.

Still exploring your options? You can also View Waiting Families who are excited to welcome a child with love and gratitude. You have choices. You have support. And you have the strength to make the best decision for you and your baby.

There’s safe places waiting for you. Reach out now. Call 1-800-ADOPTION or Request Free Information now.

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