Michigan Disability Resources
If you just got hurt on the job, received a diagnosis, or need to understand what Michigan offers for people with disabilities, this page covers the major programs and how to access them.
Workers' Compensation
The Michigan Workers' Disability Compensation Agency handles claims.
What to do if you're hurt at work:- Report the injury to your employer within 90 days.
- Seek medical treatment.
- File a claim if benefits are denied.
- Notify your employer within 90 days.
- File a formal claim within 2 years.
- Employers with 1 or more employees (with some exceptions) must carry workers' comp.
- Benefits include medical treatment and wage loss benefits at 80% of after-tax average weekly wage.
- Phone: 517-335-5271 / 1-888-396-5041
- Web: michigan.gov/leo/bureaus-agencies/wdca
State Disability Programs
Michigan does not have a state disability insurance program. Apply through federal SSDI/SSI.
Medicaid
Michigan Medicaid is called Healthy Michigan Plan (for expansion) and traditional Medicaid.
How to apply:- Online at michigan.gov/mibridges
- By phone: 1-844-799-9876
Vocational Rehabilitation
Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) helps people with disabilities find employment. Contact:- Phone: 1-800-605-6722
- Web: michigan.gov/leo/bureaus-agencies/mrs
Disability Rights
Michigan Protection and Advocacy Service (MPAS) is the state's federally designated P&A organization, also known as Disability Rights Michigan. Contact:- Phone: 517-487-1755 / 1-800-288-5923
- Web: mpas.org
Veterans Services
The Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency provides state-level assistance.
Contact:- Phone: 1-800-642-4838
- Web: michigan.gov/mvaa
State Employment Protections
Michigan has the Michigan Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act, which prohibits disability discrimination for employers with 1 or more employees.
Where to file a complaint:- Michigan Department of Civil Rights: 517-335-3165 / 1-800-482-3604
- Web: michigan.gov/mdcr
Key Contacts
| Agency | Phone | Website | |--------|-------|---------| | Workers' Disability Compensation | 1-888-396-5041 | michigan.gov/wdca | | Medicaid | 1-844-799-9876 | michigan.gov/mibridges | | Michigan Rehabilitation Services | 1-800-605-6722 | michigan.gov/mrs | | Disability Rights Michigan | 1-800-288-5923 | mpas.org | | Dept. of Civil Rights | 1-800-482-3604 | michigan.gov/mdcr | | Social Security Administration | 1-800-772-1213 | ssa.gov |