Community Resources for Students by County

1. Childcare/Parenting/Caregiving
2. Food
3. Healthcare/Mental Health
4. Housing/Homelessness
5. Utilities
6. Internet/Technology
7. Financial/Emergency Assistance
8. Legal
9. Domestic Violence/Abuse/Assault
10. Veterans
11. Immigration/Translation Services
12. Transportation
13. Other Dodge County Resources

Childcare/Parenting/Caregiving

Childcare:

Contact Community Coordinated Child Care, Inc. (4-C) or YoungStar Quality Care and Research for additional childcare facilities in the area.

Childcare listings do not guarantee availability. Contact childcare facilities directly for availability inquiries.

Wisconsin Shares Child Care Subsidy

• Assists with funding a portion of childcare costs while parents are working or participating in an approved activity
• E-mail: dcfweb@wisconsin.gov
• Phone: 608-422-7000
• View informational brochure

Child Care Availability Map

• Provides a map of statewide childcare options with available slots and contact information

Community Coordinated Child Care, Inc. (4-C)

• Provides referral, advocacy and support services for child care to ensure that every child has access to high quality early care and education
• Serves Columbia, Dane, Dodge, Grant, Green, Iowa, Jefferson, Lafayette, Rock, Sauk and Walworth Counties
• E-mail: info@4-C.org
• Phone: 608-271-9181
• View statewide childcare resource and referral agencies

YoungStar Quality Childcare and Search

• Provides Wisconsin’s quality childcare rating system and childcare search tool
• E-mail: dcfweb@wisconsin.gov
• Phone: 608-422-7000

Dodge County Child Care Centers

• Provides information for 30 child care centers in Dodge County into a single location listing basic information such as address, size and licensing information

Community Care Preschool and Childcare, Inc.

• Provides child care services from infants to school aged children
• Contact form
• Phone: 920-885-9472

YMCA of Dodge County

• Provides children with a safe, comfortable and nurturing environment to learn, grow and thrive for children ages 6 weeks through 4K
• E-mail: jschmuhl@theydc.org
• Phone: (920) 887-8811 ext. 108

Parenting:

Moraine Park Parent/Caregiver Facebook Group

• Builds and sustains a community of MPTC student parents and caregivers

UW-Extension, Dodge County Health, Families and Finances

• Provides resources, programs and tips on parenting
• E-mail: carroll@wisc.edu
• Phone: 920-386-3790

Parent Resource Place

• Provides support, education and resources to children and families
• Phone: 920-887-7503

Clothes for Kids

• Provides free children’s clothing and school supplies for Dodge County and parts of Columbia County residents
• E-mail: clothesforkids@outlook.com
• Phone: 920-887-7308

Family Youth Interaction Community Services

• Provides mentoring services for youth, adults and families
• Phone: 920-319-4399

Pregnancy Support Center of Dodge County, Inc.

• Offers free and confidential services for pregnancies, introducing a place of help and hope, care and counsel
• E-mail: pscdc16@gmail.com
• Phone: 920-219-9305

Caregiving:

Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Dodge County

• Assists older adults, people with disabilities and families/caregivers in finding services and resources
• E-Mail: hsagingunit@co.dodge.wi.us
• Phone: 920-386-3580

Wisconsin Family Caregiver Support Programs

• Offers family members and caregivers resources, programs and education opportunities that can help being a caregiver more manageable
• Phone: 608-266-1865

Dodge County Caregiver Resources

• Provides information on caregiver support, resources and respite programs
• Phone: 920-386-3580

Food

Dodge County Food Pantries

• Provides a comprehensive list of Dodge County food pantries with eligibility, hours and locations

FoodShare

• Provides eligible households with a debit card (called the QUEST Card) that is automatically loaded each month with funds to buy food
• Phone: 1-877-366-3635
• Apply for FoodShare: ACCESS website
• View FoodShare brochure

WIC – Women, Infant and Children Nutrition Program

• Provides supplemental nutritious foods, nutrition and breastfeeding information, and referrals to other health and nutrition services
• Phone: 920-386-3680
• Apply for WIC
• View WIC brochure

Health/Mental Health

Church Health Services

• Offers medical, dental and mental health services to qualifying low-income patients
• E-mail: info@churchclinic.org
• Phone: 920-887-1766

Family Health La Clinica

• Offers healthcare clinics and also provides mobile healthcare to migrant workers throughout the state
• Contact form
• Phone: 920-356-5012

BadgerCare Plus

• Provides health insurance for low-income children, pregnant people and adults in Wisconsin
• Phone: 888-446-1239

Covering Wisconsin

• Connects Wisconsin residents with health insurance and other programs that support health
• Phone: 608-261-1455

Well Badger Resource Center

• Connects Wisconsin residents to community, social, health and government programs
• E-mail: help@wellbadger.org
• Phone: 800-642-7837
• View informational flyer

Capital Consortium

• Helps Dodge, Adams, Columbia, Dane, Juneau, Richland, Sauk and Sheboygan County residents to apply for or enroll in BadgerCare Plus, Medicaid and FoodShare programs
• Phone: 920-386-3760

Wisconsin Well Woman Program

• Helps women who have little or no health insurance get screening for breast and cervical cancers
• Phone: 800-642-7837
• Find the Well Woman agency where you live

Health Insurance Marketplace

• Provides health plan shopping and enrollment services through websites, call centers and in-person help
• Phone: 800-318-2596
• View informational brochure

SingleCare Prescription Savings

• Offers discounted costs on qualifying prescriptions
• E-mail: support@singlecare.com
• Phone: 844-234-3057

Free or Low-Cost Health and Dental Clinics

• Provides services for people with little or no health care coverage

Reduced Fee or Free Dental Services

• Lists free or low-cost dental services and providers who accept Medicaid or BadgerCare

Dental Care Statewide Resources

• Provides dental offices/clinics by county accepting medical assistance with eligibility, locations and contact information

NAMI: National Alliance of Mental Illness of Dodge County

• Empowers those young and old affected by mental illness and reduces stigma through support, education and outreach
• E-Mail: namidodge@gmail.com
• Phone: 920-887-1766

SSM Health Behavioral Health at Waupun Memorial Hospital

• Provides quality care for community members, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families with psychological and addictive concerns
• Phone: 920-324-5581

Dodge County Clinical and Family Services Division

• Provides confidential, comprehensive mental health services and substance abuse services to county residents of all ages
• E-mail: sgaska@co.dodge.wi.us
• Phone: 920-386-3913

Well Badger Children’s Mental & Behavioral Health Resource Navigator

• Helps navigate resources for a child who has mental or behavioral health concerns through a free, online, anonymous tool
• E-mail: help@wellbadger.org
• Phone: 1-800-642-7837

988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline

• Provides free and confidential support 24/7 for anyone experiencing a suicidal, mental health and/or substance use crisis
• Phone: 988

Housing/Homelessness

Dodge County Housing Authority

• Provides safe, affordable housing to qualifying Dodge County residents with lower incomes, the elderly and those with disabilities
• E-mail: info@dodgehousing.org
• Phone: 920-386-2725

Central Wisconsin Community Action Council (CWCAC)

• Operates a variety of state and federal programs to assist low-income families in becoming self-sufficient, including rent assistance and homeless shelters
• E-mail: letty@cwcac.org
• Phone: 920-885-9559

Renewal Unlimited

• Assists low to moderate income families with housing costs in order to maintain stability
• Contact form
• Phone: 1-800-344-7543

Wisconsin Help for Homeowners Program

• Provides eligible households assistance for mortgage and tax payments, refinancing, homeowner’s insurance and utilities
• Phone: 1-855-2-HOME-WI or ​608-254-8353 (CWCAC – regional contact)

Rent Smart

• Provides free training on the knowledge and skills essential for a successful renting experience and is designed for individuals who have little to no rental experience and individuals who have had difficulty obtaining rental housing
• E-mail: amy.manganfischer@wisc.edu
• Phone: 920-929-3179

New Beginnings Homeless Shelter

• Provides temporary, emergency shelter to the homeless and displaced of Dodge County
• E-mail: tiffany@cwcac.org
• Phone: 920-885-3999

Utilities

WHEAP – Wisconsin Home and Energy Assistance Program

• Provides eligible households with ​assistance for electric and ​heating costs and energy efficiency improvements, as well as furnace and water repairs or replacements
• Phone: 608-254-8353 ext. 232
• View WHEAP brochure

Energy Services, Inc.

• Helps households with critical energy needs such as rent, security deposit or energy bill
• Phone: 920-887-7990

Keep Wisconsin Warm/Cool Fund, an Energy Services, Inc. Initiative

• Provides preventable services and financial assistance to alleviate energy-related emergencies during Wisconsin’s harsh winters and hot summers
• Phone: 800-891-9276

Wisconsin Water Assistance Program

• Provides financial assistance to low-income households to restore disconnected water services and to pay arrears preventing disconnection of water service
• E-mail: support@wisconsinwater.help
• Phone: 833-426-9472

Internet/Technology

Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)

• Provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands
• Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer or tablet from participating providers if they contribute more than $10 and less than $50 toward the purchase price.
• Phone: 877-384-2575
• View informational flyer
• Check if you qualify and apply

Spectrum Internet Assist

• Offers qualified households to sign up for low-income internet assistance
• Phone: 888-406-7063

AT&T Access

• Provides low-cost internet service for eligible households
• Phone: 800-288-2020

Lifeline

• Provides a federal benefit that lowers the monthly cost of phone or internet service

SafeLink Wireless

• Provides eligible households enrolled in state and federal support programs low-cost cell phone service
• Phone: 800-723-3546

Financial/Emergency Assistance

Central Wisconsin Community Action Council (CWCAC)

• Operates a variety of state and federal programs to assist low-income families in becoming self-sufficient
• E-mail: letty@cwcac.org
• Phone: 920-885-9559

St. Vincent de Paul

• Aids with food, rent, utilities and other basic necessities in times of crisis
• E-mail: help@svdpfdlc.org
• Phone: 920-885-6971

Salvation Army

• Helps meet basic needs in emergency situations and provides up-to-date information and referrals to resources available throughout the community
• Online assistance form
• Phone: 920-923-8220

Forward Service Corporation

• Provides emergency assistance, career seeking, education and training, family support and transportation case management and services
• Contact form
• Phone: 920-913-4013

Dodge County Economic Support

• Helps individuals throughout Dodge County in accessing FoodShare, BadgerCare, Medical Assistance, W-2, Energy Assistance and Daycare Assistance
• Phone: 888-794-5556

Catholic Charities Outreach and Case Management Services

• Works with clients to identify issues and available community resources, problem solve and together create a plan to address long term needs and transform lives
• E-mail: info@ccmke.org
• Phone: 920-319-3770

UW-Extension, Dodge County Financial Security

• Helps families and individuals across the state achieve financial well-being – keeping pace with day-to-day expenses, reaching financial goals, planning for life’s unexpected events and securing their financial future
• E-mail: amy.manganfischer@wisc.edu
• Phone: 920-386-3790

Workforce Innovations & Opportunity Act (WIOA)

• Provides a comprehensive employment and training program that may provide assistance with training-related expenses and other financial barriers for eligible participants

Legal

Lawyers for Learners

• Provides free, confidential legal assistance to help people overcome legal obstacles, empowering them to move forward with their lives and achieve their educational and career goals
• Get Legal Help
• Spanish/Español introductory video

Legal Action of Wisconsin

• Provides free, civil legal services to Wisconsin clients at the most vulnerable times in their lives
• Phone: 855-947-2529

Domestic Violence/Abuse/Assault

PAVE

• Serves individuals affected by domestic and sexual violence regardless of age, gender expression, sexual orientation, race and socioeconomic status
• E-mail: awelak@pavedc.org
• Phone: 920-887-3810; crisis line: 920-887-3785 or 800-775-3785

National Domestic Violence Hotline

• Provides free, confidential support and resources 24/7/365 for those affected by domestic violence or assault
• Phone: 800-799-7233

Veterans

Dodge County Veterans Office

• Assists Dodge County veterans and their dependents and survivors in understanding and obtaining benefits provided by federal, state and local providers
• E-mail: amiller@co.dodge.wi.us (Andy Miller)
• Phone: 920-386-3798

Heat for Heroes

• Helps struggling veterans keep their heat and power and provides resource connections
• Contact form
• Phone: 800-891-9276

Veterans Crisis Line

• Provides a a free, 24/7/365, confidential resource that connects to a real person specially trained to support veterans and does not require enrollment in VA benefits or healthcare
• Phone:  988, press 1

Immigration/Translation Services

Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigration Services

• Provides programs that leverage community assets to facilitate the integration of refugees and immigrants into communities across southeastern Wisconsin
• E-mail: contactRIS@ccmke.org

US Citizenship and Immigration Services

• Phone: 800-375-5283

RISE Law Center

• Provides direct representation and services statewide to immigrants and refugees in immigration
• E-mail: info@riselawcenter.org
• Phone: 608-256-1015

UW-Madison Immigrant Justice Clinic

• Provides free legal services to Wisconsin’s underserved immigrant community
• Phone: 608-890-3753

Center for DREAMers

• Provides legal, educational, mental, and social services, and career services and resources at no cost to the DACA community in Wisconsin
• E-mail: dreamers@law.wisc.edu
• Contact form

International Institute of Wisconsin

• Provides low-cost services to immigrants in the U.S. on their path to permanent residency and citizenship
• E-mail: info@iiwisconsin.org
• Phone: 414-225-6220

Transportation

Angel Cars LLC

• CLOSED until spring, 2023
• Offers discounted towing to Dane and Dodge Counties, auto detailing, affordable auto repairs and sale of pre-owned vehicles to low income individuals and families
• E-mail: angelcarsllc@gmail.com
• Phone: Tel: 920-219-4747

Central Wisconsin Community Action Council (CWCAC)

• Helps income eligible families and individuals with assistance in obtaining an affordable and dependable vehicle
• E-mail: kelly@cwcac.org
• Phone: 608-254-8353, ext. 234

St. Vincent de Paul of Dodge County

• Provides assistance for car repairs, food, clothing, furniture, housewares, rent, utilities and medical expenses
• Contact local neighborhood assistance

Forward Service Corporation WETAP

• Provides no-interest vehicle repair and purchase loans
• Contact form
• Phone: 608-721-5422

Forward Service Corporation Job Access Loan

• Offers short-term, no-interest loans of up to $1600 to help get and keep a job that includes vehicle repairs and car down payments
• Contact form
• Phone: 608-721-5422

Other Dodge County Resources

United Way of Dodge County 2-1-1

• Provides easy access to health and human services, gives callers an opportunity to get or give help and serves as a hub for community information in times of need

Conexiones Latinas (Latinos Connections Coalition)

• Informs and connects the Latino population in Wisconsin with necessary resources
• E-mail: info@conexioneslatinas.org

1. Childcare/Parenting/Caregiving
2. Food
3. Healthcare/Mental Health
4. Housing/Homelessness
5. Utilities
6. Internet/Technology
7. Financial/Emergency Assistance
8. Legal
9. Domestic Violence/Abuse/Assault
10. Substance Abuse
11. Veterans
12. Immigration/Translation Services
13. Other Washington County Resources

Childcare/Parenting/Caregiving

Childcare:

Contact 4C for Children or YoungStar Quality Care and Research for additional childcare facilities in the area.

Childcare listings do not guarantee availability. Contact childcare facilities directly for availability inquiries.

Wisconsin Shares Child Care Subsidy

• Assists with funding a portion of childcare costs while parents are working or participating in an approved activity
• E-mail: dcfweb@wisconsin.gov
• Phone: 608-422-7000
• View informational brochure

Child Care Availability Map

• Provides a map of statewide childcare options with available slots and contact information

4C for Children

• Helps parents navigate the process of child care options available
• Serves Washington, Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, and Waukesha Counties
• E-mail: 4c@4cfc.org
• Phone: 262-338-9461
• View statewide childcare resource and referral agencies

YoungStar Quality Childcare and Search

• Provides Wisconsin’s quality childcare rating system and childcare search tool
• E-mail: dcfweb@wisconsin.gov
• Phone: 608-422-7000

Washington County Childcare Centers

• Provides information for child care centers in Washington County into a single location listing basic information such as address, size and licensing information

Kettle Moraine YMCA

• Provides children with a safe, comfortable and nurturing environment to learn, grow and thrive for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years
• Phone: 262-334-3405

Boys and Girls Club of Washington County

• Offers character building experiences for the youth of Washington County through the form of social, educational and recreational experiences
• E-mail: Operations@wcbgc.org
• Phone: 262-334-3732

Parenting:

Moraine Park Parent/Caregiver Facebook Group

• Builds and sustains a community of MPTC student parents and caregivers

UW-Extension, Washington Human Development and Relationships

• Provides resources, programs and tips on parenting
• E-mail: carol.bralich@wisc.edu
• Phone: 262-335-4479

Family Center of Washington County

• Provides parent education and support programs, interactive family activities, family drop-in, parent and child resource library, and Warmline
• E-mail: bonnie@wcfamilycenter.org
• Phone: 262-338-9461

Seed of Hope Center

• Provides free, confidential pregnancy testing, ultrasound, verification of pregnancy, prenatal vitamins, referrals, client advocacy, parenting education, and sexual health consultations to clients in and around Washington County
• E-mail: info@seedofhopecenter.org
• Phone: 262-686-4821

Caregiving:

Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Washington County

• Assists older adults, people with disabilities and families/caregivers in finding services and resources
• E-Mail: adrc@washcowisco.gov
• Phone: 262-335-4497

Wisconsin Family Caregiver Support Programs

• Offers family members and caregivers resources, programs and education opportunities that can help being a caregiver more manageable
• Phone: 608-266-1865

Washington County Caregiver Resources

• Provides information on caregiver support, resources and respite programs
• Phone: 262-335-4497

Kinship Care

• Helps financially support a child who lives outside of their own home, either temporary or long term, with a relative
• E-mail: fostercare@washcowisco.gov
• Phone: 262-335-4610

Food

Washington County Food Pantries

• Provides a comprehensive list of Washington County food pantries with eligibility, hours and locations

FoodShare

• Provides eligible households with a debit card (called the QUEST Card) that is automatically loaded each month with funds to buy food
• Phone: 1-877-366-3635
• Apply for FoodShare: ACCESS website
• View FoodShare brochure

WIC – Women, Infant and Children Nutrition Program

• Provides supplemental nutritious foods, nutrition and breastfeeding information, and referrals to other health and nutrition services
• Contact form
• Phone: 262-335-4462
• Apply for WIC
• View WIC brochure

Health/Mental Health

Albrecht Free Clinic

• Provides free medical and dental services for those in need in Washington County
• E-mail: contact@albrechtfreeclinic.org
• Phone: 262-334-8339

BadgerCare Plus

• Provides health insurance for low-income children, pregnant people and adults in Wisconsin
• Phone: 888-446-1239

Covering Wisconsin

• Connects Wisconsin residents with health insurance and other programs that support health
• Phone: 608-261-1455

Well Badger Resource Center

• Connects Wisconsin residents to community, social, health and government programs
• E-mail: help@wellbadger.org
• Phone: 800-642-7837
• View informational flyer

Moraine Lakes Consortium

• Helps Washington, Fond du Lac, Ozaukee, Walworth and Waukesha County residents to apply for or enroll in BadgerCare Plus, Medicaid and FoodShare programs
• Phone: 262-335-4610

Wisconsin Well Woman Program

• Helps women who have little or no health insurance get screening for breast and cervical cancers
• Phone: 800-642-7837
• Find the Well Woman agency where you live

Health Insurance Marketplace

• Provides health plan shopping and enrollment services through websites, call centers and in-person help
• Phone: 800-318-2596
• View informational brochure

SingleCare Prescription Savings

• Offers discounted costs on qualifying prescriptions
• E-mail: support@singlecare.com
• Phone: 844-234-3057

Free or Low-Cost Health and Dental Clinics

• Provides services for people with little or no health care coverage

Reduced Fee or Free Dental Services

• Lists free or low-cost dental services and providers who accept Medicaid or BadgerCare

Dental Care Statewide Resources

• Provides dental offices/clinics by county accepting medical assistance with eligibility, locations and contact information

NAMI: National Alliance of Mental Illness of Dodge County

• Empowers those young and old affected by mental illness and reduces stigma through support, education and outreach
• E-Mail: lisakrenke.namiwashington@gmail.com
• Phone: 262-339-1235

Elevate, Inc.

• Guides and empowers individuals, families and communities in Washington, Waukesha and Sheboygan Counties to effectively address substance use and mental health challenges
• E-mail: info@elevateyou.org
• Phone: 262-677-2216

Washington County Behavioral Health

• Provides confidential comprehensive mental health services and substance abuse services to county residents of all ages
• Phone: 262-335-4600; crisis line – 262-365-6565

Catholic Charities Community Counseling

• Provides accessible, culturally competent, high quality mental health services for individuals, families, children and couples of all faiths
• E-mail: info@ccmke.org
• Phone: 262-346-4700

Well Badger Children’s Mental & Behavioral Health Resource Navigator

• Helps navigate resources for a child who has mental or behavioral health concerns through a free, online, anonymous tool
• E-mail: help@wellbadger.org
• Phone: 1-800-642-7837

988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline

• Provides free and confidential support 24/7 for anyone experiencing a suicidal, mental health and/or substance use crisis
• Phone: 988

Housing/Homelessness

West Bend Housing Authority

• Provides safe, decent and sanitary affordable housing for low income, eligible households
• E-mail: wbhainfo@westbendhousing.com
• Phone: 262-338-0771

Integrated Community Solutions

• Specializing in housing assistance and self-sufficiency programs
• E-mail: brendaka@ics-gb.org
• Phone: 920-498-3737

Family Promise of Washington County/Karl’s Place

• Provides resources and services that prevent and end homelessness for individuals and families in Washington County
• E-mail: ClientServices@FamilyPromiseWC.org
• Phone: 262-334-4912

The Youth and Family Project, Inc.

• Provides resources throughout the community for those who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless
• E-mail: aschloemer@youthandfamilyproject.org (Alexandra Schloemer)

Wisconsin Help for Homeowners Program

• Provides eligible households assistance for mortgage and tax payments, refinancing, homeowner’s insurance and utilities
• Phone: 1-855-2-HOME-WI or ​608-254-8353 (CWCAC – regional contact)

Rent Smart

• Provides free training on the knowledge and skills essential for a successful renting experience and is designed for individuals who have little to no rental experience and individuals who have had difficulty obtaining rental housing
• E-mail: amy.manganfischer@wisc.edu
• Phone: 920-929-3179

Utilities

WHEAP – Wisconsin Home and Energy Assistance Program

• Provides eligible households with ​assistance for electric and ​heating costs and energy efficiency improvements, as well as furnace and water repairs or replacements
• Phone: 608-254-8353 ext. 232
• View WHEAP brochure

Energy Services, Inc.

• Helps households with critical energy needs such as rent, security deposit or energy bill
• Phone: 262-353-3905

Keep Wisconsin Warm/Cool Fund, an Energy Services, Inc. Initiative

• Provides preventable services and financial assistance to alleviate energy-related emergencies during Wisconsin’s harsh winters and hot summers
• Phone: 800-891-9276

Wisconsin Water Assistance Program

• Provides financial assistance to low-income households to restore disconnected water services and to pay arrears preventing disconnection of water service
• E-mail: support@wisconsinwater.help
• Phone: 833-426-9472

Internet/Technology

Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)

• Provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands
• Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer or tablet from participating providers if they contribute more than $10 and less than $50 toward the purchase price.
• Phone: 877-384-2575
• View informational flyer
• Check if you qualify and apply

Spectrum Internet Assist

• Offers qualified households to sign up for low-income internet assistance
• Phone: 888-406-7063

AT&T Access

• Provides low-cost internet service for eligible households
• Phone: 800-288-2020

Lifeline

• Federal benefit that lowers the monthly cost of phone or internet service

SafeLink Wireless

• Provides eligible households enrolled in state and federal support programs low-cost cell phone service
• Phone: 800-723-3546

Financial/Emergency Assistance

Consumer Credit Counseling

• Helps individuals and families achieve financial stability to improve their quality of life
• E-mail: info@cccsonline.org
• Phone: 262-306-9241

St. Vincent de Paul

• Aids with food, rent, utilities and other basic necessities in times of crisis
• Phone: 262-334-7291

Salvation Army

• Provides basic emergency assistance to residents
• Phone: 920- 980-7938

Washington County Economic Support

• Helps individuals in accessing FoodShare, BadgerCare, Medical Assistance, W-2, Energy Assistance and Daycare Assistance
• Phone: 262-335-4610

UW-Extension, Washington County Financial Capability Education

• Helps residents build financial awareness, skill sets and work to get their finances on track
• E-mail: carol.bralich@wisc.edu
• Phone: 262-335-4478

Workforce Innovations & Opportunity Act (WIOA)

• A comprehensive employment & training program that may provide assistance with training-related expenses and other financial barriers for eligible participants.
• E-mail: contact@forwardcareers.org
• Phone: 262-695-7880

Legal

Lawyers for Learners

• Provides free, confidential legal assistance to help people overcome legal obstacles, empowering them to move forward with their lives and achieve their educational and career goals
• Get Legal Help
• Spanish/Español introductory video

Legal Action of Wisconsin

• Provide free, civil legal services to Wisconsin clients at the most vulnerable times in their lives
• Phone: 855-947-2529

Domestic Violence/Abuse/Assault

FRIENDS, Inc.

• Empowers those affected by domestic violence and sexual assault by offering safety, support and community awareness
• Contact form
• Phone: 262-334-7298

National Domestic Violence Hotline

• Provides free, confidential support and resources 24/7/365 for those affected by domestic violence or assault
• Phone: 800-799-7233

Substance Abuse

Washington County Human Services Department

• Provides resources to boost recovery from addictions, and support the necessary lifestyle changes to maintain sobriety
• E-mail: vanessa.baughmann@washcowisco.gov
• Phone: 262-335-4542; Crisis line: 262-365-6565

Veterans

Washington County Veterans Office

• Assists Washington County veterans and their dependents and survivors in understanding and obtaining benefits provided by federal, state and local providers
• E-mail: Kurt.Rusch@WashcoWisco.gov
• Phone: 262-335-4457

Heat for Heroes

• Helps struggling veterans keep their heat and power and provides resource connections
• Contact form
• Phone: 800-891-9276

Veterans Crisis Line

• Provides a a free, 24/7/365, confidential resource that connects to a real person specially trained to support veterans and does not require enrollment in VA benefits or healthcare
• Phone: 988, press 1

Immigration/Translation Services

Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigration Services

• Provides programs that leverage community assets to facilitate the integration of refugees and immigrants into communities across southeastern Wisconsin
• E-mail: contactRIS@ccmke.org

US Citizenship and Immigration Services

• Phone: 800-375-5283

RISE Law Center

• Provides direct representation and services statewide to immigrants and refugees in immigration
• E-mail: info@riselawcenter.org
• Phone: 608-256-1015

UW-Madison Immigrant Justice Clinic

• Provides free legal services to Wisconsin’s underserved immigrant community
• Phone: 608-890-3753

Center for DREAMers

• Provides legal, educational, mental, and social services, and career services and resources at no cost to the DACA community in Wisconsin
• E-mail: dreamers@law.wisc.edu
• Contact form

International Institute of Wisconsin

• Provides low-cost services to immigrants in the U.S. on their path to permanent residency and citizenship
• E-mail: info@iiwisconsin.org
• Phone: 414-225-6220

Other Washington County Resources

United Way of Washington County 2-1-1

• Provides easy access to health and human services, gives callers an opportunity to get or give help and serves as a hub for community information in times of need

Casa Guadalupe Education Resource Center, Inc.

• independent, successful lives, to build strong families and establish meaningful connections within their community
• E-mail: noelle@casaguadalupeonline.org

1. Childcare/Parenting/Caregiving
2. Food
3. Healthcare/Mental Health
4. Housing/Homelessness
5. Utilities
6. Internet/Technology
7. Financial/Emergency Assistance
8. Legal
9. Domestic Violence/Abuse/Assault
10. Veterans
11. Immigration/Translation Services
12. Transportation
13. Other Green Lake County Resources

Childcare/Parenting/Caregiving

Childcare:

Contact Childcare Resource and Referral, Inc. or YoungStar Quality Care and Research for additional childcare facilities in the area.

Childcare listings do not guarantee availability. Contact childcare facilities directly for availability inquiries.

Wisconsin Shares Child Care Subsidy

• Assists with funding a portion of childcare costs while parents are working or participating in an approved activity
• E-mail: dcfweb@wisconsin.gov
• Phone: 608-422-7000
• View informational brochure

Child Care Availability Map

• Provides a map of statewide childcare options with available slots and contact information

Childcare Resource and Referral, Inc.

• Offers services to parents who need childcare, childcare providers, employers and the community that improve the quality and accessibility of early childhood education and care
• Serves Green Lake, Calumet, Fond du Lac, Manitowoc, Outagamie, Sheboygan, Waupaca and Winnebago Counties
• E-mail: register@ccrrfoxvalley.org
• Phone: 920-866-1211
• View statewide childcare resource and referral agencies

YoungStar Quality Childcare and Search

• Provides Wisconsin’s quality childcare rating system and childcare search tool
• E-mail: dcfweb@wisconsin.gov
• Phone: 608-422-7000

Green Lake County Child Care Centers

• Provides information for eight child care centers in Green Lake County including address, size, and licensing information

ADVOCAP Head Start

• Promotes the school readiness of children ages 3 to 5 from low-income families by enhancing their cognitive, social and emotional development
• Centers – All Saints Catholic School (Berlin); Prairie View Head Start Center (Markesan)
• E-mail: lorri.bohn@advocap.org
• Phone: 920-922-7760

Berlin Community Daycare & Preschool

• Offers many different programs from before and after school care, 4-year old kindergarten, 3- and 4-year old preschool, a school-aged summer program, and infant and toddler care
• E-mail: info@berlindaycare.org
• Phone: 920-361-3357

Young Stars Childcare, Markesan

• Provides a positive, safe and loving environment where children can grow and learn at their own pace
• E-mail: Janell@youngstarschildcare.com
• Phone: 920-767-0056

Parenting:

Moraine Park Parent/Caregiver Facebook Group

• Builds and sustains a community of MPTC student parents and caregivers

Quad County Family Resource Network

• Helps families in Green Lake, Adams, Marquette and Waushara Counties with everyday stressors by providing assistance or by connecting families with resources in the community
• E-mail: ssimon@co.green-lake.wi.us (Stephanie Simon)
• Phone: 920-294-4070 or 1-800-664-3588 – resource line

UW-Extension, Green Lake County Human Development and Relationships

• E-mail: katie.gellings@wisc.edu
• Phone: 920-294-4039

Caregiving:

Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)

• Assists older adults, people with disabilities and families/caregivers in finding services and resources
• E-Mail: jdille@co.green-lake.wi.us
• Phone: 877-883-5378

Wisconsin Family Caregiver Support Programs

• Offers family members and caregivers resources, programs and education opportunities that can help being a caregiver more manageable
• Phone: 608-266-1865

Green Lake County Caregiver Resources

• Provides information on caregiver support, resources and respite programs
• Phone: 920-929-3466

Food

Green Lake County Food Pantry

• Provides no-cost groceries for eligible households
• Phone: 920-294-4070

Berlin Food Pantry

• Helps those facing food insecurity
• E-mail: berlinfoodpantry@gmail.com
• Phone: 920-745-0357

Markesan Community Food Pantry

• Runs on an emergency basis and requires a referral from Human Services, a pastor, teacher or neighbor
• Phone: 920-398-2042 or 920-398-2688

FoodShare

• Provides eligible households with a debit card (called the QUEST Card) that is automatically loaded each month with funds to buy food
• Phone: 1-877-366-3635
• Apply for FoodShare: ACCESS website
• View FoodShare brochure

WIC – Women, Infant and Children Nutrition Program

• Provides supplemental nutritious foods, nutrition and breastfeeding information, and referrals to other health and nutrition services
• Phone: 920-787-5514
• Apply for WIC
• View WIC brochure

Health/Mental Health

Green Lake County Health Unit

• Provides healthcare information and offers immunization clinics for children and adults
• Contact form
• Phone: 920-294-4070

Family Health La Clinica – Wautoma

• Provides a variety of services for low-income patients to help live a healthier life
• Contact form
• Phone: 800-942-5330

BadgerCare Plus

• Provides health insurance for low-income children, pregnant people and adults in Wisconsin
• Phone: 888-446-1239

Covering Wisconsin

• Connects Wisconsin residents with health insurance and other programs that support health
• Phone: 608-261-1455

Well Badger Resource Center

• Connects Wisconsin residents to community, social, health and government programs
• E-mail: help@wellbadger.org
• Phone: 800-642-7837
• View informational flyer

SingleCare Prescription Savings

• Offers discounted costs on qualifying prescriptions
• E-mail: support@singlecare.com
• Phone: 844-234-3057

East Central Consortium

• Helps Green Lake, Calumet, Kewaunee, Manitowoc, Marquette (lead agency), Outagamie, Waupaca, Waushara and Winnebago County residents to apply for or enroll in BadgerCare Plus, Medicaid and FoodShare programs
• E-mail: glchsd@co.green-lake.wi.us
• Phone: 920-294-4070

Wisconsin Well Woman Program

• Helps women who have little or no health insurance get screening for breast and cervical cancers
• Phone: 800-642-7837
• Find the Well Woman agency where you live

Health Insurance Marketplace

• Provides health plan shopping and enrollment services through websites, call centers and in-person help
• Phone: 800-318-2596
• View informational brochure

Free or Low-Cost Health and Dental Clinics

• Provides services for people with little or no health care coverage

Reduced Fee or Free Dental Services

• Lists free or low-cost dental services and providers who accept Medicaid or BadgerCare

Dental Care Statewide Resources

• Provides dental offices/clinics by county accepting medical assistance with eligibility, locations and contact information

Green Lake County Behavioral Health

• Provides psychosocial, psychological and psychiatric evaluation, ongoing psychotherapy, medication management and education, nursing support and prevention/consultation services
• Phone: 920-294-4070; 920-294-4000 – crisis line

Well Badger Children’s Mental & Behavioral Health Resource Navigator

• Helps navigate resources for a child who has mental or behavioral health concerns through a free, online, anonymous tool
• E-mail: help@wellbadger.org
• Phone: 1-800-642-7837

988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline

• Provides free and confidential support 24/7 for anyone experiencing a suicidal, mental health and/or substance use crisis
• Phone: 988

Housing/Homelessness

Allegiant Property Management

• Manages properties and provides affordable housing opportunities for low-income households
• Contact form
• Phone: 608-784-1381

ADVOCAP Affordable Housing

• Creates opportunities for people and communities to reduce poverty and increase self-sufficiency and provides case management for foreclosure prevention, home ownership, renting and homelessness
• E-mail: luanns@advocap.org (Lu Scheer)
• Phone: 920-361-9880 (Berlin); 920-398-3907 (Markesan)

Wisconsin Help for Homeowners Program

• Provides eligible households assistance for mortgage and tax payments, refinancing, homeowner’s insurance and utilities
• Phone: 1-855-2-HOME-WI or 920-922-7760 (ADVOCAP – regional contact)

Rent Smart

• Provides free training on the knowledge and skills essential for a successful renting experience and is designed for individuals who have little to no rental experience and individuals who have had difficulty obtaining rental housing
• E-mail: katie.gellings@wisc.edu
• Phone: 920-294-4039

Utilities

WHEAP – Wisconsin Home and Energy Assistance Program

• Provides eligible households with ​assistance for electric and ​heating costs and energy efficiency improvements, as well as furnace and water repairs or replacements
• Phone: 920-929-3445
• View WHEAP brochure

ADVOCAP Home Energy Conservation

• Provides energy conservation measures to houses, repairs unsafe or non-working heating systems and repairs or replaces leaking or non-working water heaters, leaky fixtures, toilets and/or piping to eligible residents at no cost
• E-mail: jason.vandervelden@advocap.org
• Phone: 920-426-0150

Keep Wisconsin Warm/Cool Fund, an Energy Services, Inc. Initiative

• Provides preventable services and financial assistance to alleviate energy-related emergencies during Wisconsin’s harsh winters and hot summers
• Phone: 800-891-9276

Wisconsin Water Assistance Program

• Provides financial assistance to low-income households to restore disconnected water services and to pay arrears preventing disconnection of water service
• E-mail: support@wisconsinwater.help
• Phone: 833-426-9472

Internet/Technology

Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)

• Provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands
• Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer or tablet from participating providers if they contribute more than $10 and less than $50 toward the purchase price.
• Phone: 877-384-2575
• View informational flyer
• Check if you qualify and apply

Spectrum Internet Assist

• Offers qualified households to sign up for low-income internet assistance
• Phone: 888-406-7063

AT&T Access

• Provides low-cost internet service for eligible households
• Phone: 800-288-2020

Lifeline

• Federal benefit that lowers the monthly cost of phone or internet service

SafeLink Wireless

• Provides eligible households enrolled in state and federal support programs low-cost cell phone service
• Phone: 800-723-3546

Financial/Emergency Assistance

ADVOCAP

• Provides low-income and disadvantaged people opportunities, assets and tools necessary to obtain the basic necessities of a healthy and dignified life
• Phone: 920-361-9880 (Berlin); 920-398-3907 (Markesan)

Green Lake County Economic Support

• Administers assistance programs to Green Lake County residents, including: FoodShare, BadgerCare, Family Planning Waiver, Medical Purchase Plan (MAPP), Family Care, Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance; Child Care Provider Certification and Wisconsin Shares (Child Care) Eligibility & Payment
• Contact form
• Phone: 920-294-4070

Salvation Army

• Provides basic emergency assistance to residents
• Phone: 920-980-7938

Forward Service Corporation

• Provides emergency assistance, career seeking, education and training, family support and transportation case management and services
• Contact form
• Phone: 920-913-4013

UW-Extension, Green Lake County Financial Security

• Helps families and individuals across the state achieve financial well-being
• E-mail: kathy.ninneman@wisc.edu
• Phone: 920-294-4032

Workforce Innovations & Opportunity Act (WIOA)

• A comprehensive employment & training program that may provide assistance with training-related expenses and other financial barriers for eligible participants.
• E-mail: foxvalleyjobcenters@dwd.wisconsin.gov
• Phone: 920-404-6801

Legal

Lawyers for Learners

• Provides free, confidential legal assistance to help people overcome legal obstacles, empowering them to move forward with their lives and achieve their educational and career goals
• Get Legal Help
• Spanish/Español introductory video

Legal Action of Wisconsin

• Provide free, civil legal services to Wisconsin clients at the most vulnerable times in their lives
• Phone: 855-947-2529

Domestic Violence/Abuse/Assault

ASTOP

• Offers services to survivors and affected family members of sexual assault in Fond du Lac, Green Lake and Waushara Counties at no cost and is not dependent on medical insurance
• Send message
• Phone: 920-926-5395

Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services, Inc.

• Provides domestic violence services and emergency shelter in Green Lake and Winnebago Counties
• Send e-mail
• Phone: 800-261-5998 – 24-hour helpline

National Domestic Violence Hotline

• Provides free, confidential support and resources 24/7/365 for those affected by domestic violence or assault
• Phone: 800-799-7233

Veterans

Green Lake County Veterans Office

• Informs, advises and assists veterans, their spouses and dependents in securing all possible entitlements and benefits from Federal, State and Local programs
• Contact form
• Phone: 920-294-4123

Heat for Heroes

• Helps struggling veterans keep their heat and power and provides resource connections
• Contact form
• Phone: 800-891-9276

Veterans Crisis Line

• Provides a a free, 24/7/365, confidential resource that connects to a real person specially trained to support veterans and does not require enrollment in VA benefits or healthcare
• Phone: 988, press 1

Immigration/Translation Services

Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigration Services

• Provides programs that leverage community assets to facilitate the integration of refugees and immigrants into communities across southeastern Wisconsin
• E-mail: contactRIS@ccmke.org

US Citizenship and Immigration Services

• Phone: 800-375-5283

RISE Law Center

• Provides direct representation and services statewide to immigrants and refugees in immigration
• E-mail: info@riselawcenter.org
• Phone: 608-256-1015

UW-Madison Immigrant Justice Clinic

• Provides free legal services to Wisconsin’s underserved immigrant community
• Phone: 608-890-3753

Center for DREAMers

• Provides legal, educational, mental, and social services, and career services and resources at no cost to the DACA community in Wisconsin
• E-mail: dreamers@law.wisc.edu
• Contact form

International Institute of Wisconsin

• Provides low-cost services to immigrants in the U.S. on their path to permanent residency and citizenship
• E-mail: info@iiwisconsin.org
• Phone: 414-225-6220

Transportation

ADVOCAP

• Assists qualified employed individuals obtain a 0% interest loan to either purchase reliable, affordable transportation or to repair an otherwise dependable vehicle
• Phone: 920-922-7760

Forward Service Corporation Job Access Loan

• Provides short-term, no-interest loans to help get and keep a job, including vehicle repairs and down payments for a car
• Contact form
• Phone: 920-278-9265

Forward Service Corporation WETAP

• Provides no-interest vehicle repair and purchase loans
• Contact form
• Phone: 920-278-9265

Other Green Lake County Resources

United Way 2-1-1

• Provides easy access to health and human services, gives callers an opportunity to get help and serves as a hub for community information