Community Resources for Students by County
- Childcare/Parenting/Caregiving
- Domestic Violence/Abuse/Assault
- Financial/Emergency Assistance
- Food
- Healthcare/Mental Health
- Housing/Homelessness
- Immigration/Translation Services
- Internet/Technology
- Legal
- Substance Abuse
- Transportation
- Utilities
- Veterans
- Other Fond du Lac 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 Calumet, Fond du Lac, Green Lake, 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
Boys and Girls Club
- Provides creative, educational and fun after school and summer programs for youth ages 6-18 years
- Contact form
- Phone: 920-924-0530
Kidz Choice Learning Center
- Provides childcare services for children 6 weeks – 12 years
- E-mail: info@kidzchoicelearningcenter.org
- Phone: 920-924-3593
Bright Beginnings Academy
- Provides childcare services for children 4 weeks – 12 years
- E-mail: brightbeginningsacademyfdl@gmail.com
- Phone: 920-923-5750
Mary Linsmeier Schools
- Provides personal and mindful year-round child care and early education for children 0 – 12 years
- E-mail: info@marylinsmeierschools.org
- Phone: 262-781-8081
Shining Stars Learning Center LLC
- Provides childcare services for children infants to school-aged
- Contact form
- Phone: 920-929-8688
YMCA
- Provides children with a safe, comfortable and nurturing environment to learn, grow and thrive for children ages 6 weeks through 4K
- E-mail: sharlan@fdlymca.org
- Phone: 920-921-3698
ADVOCAP Head Start
- Promotes the school readiness of children ages 3 to 5 in Fond du Lac and Green Lake Counties from low-income families by enhancing their cognitive, social, and emotional development
- E-mail: lorri.bohn@advocap.org
- Phone: 920-922-7760
Parenting:
Moraine Park Parent/Caregiver Facebook Group
- Builds and sustains a community of MPTC student parents and caregivers
UW-Extension, Fond du Lac County Human Development and Relationships
- Provides resources on parenting, co-parenting, Home Alone Program and caregiving
- E-mail: manganfischer@wisc.edu
- Phone: 920-929-3170
Family Resource Center
- Provides support, education and resources to children and families
- E-mail: info@fdlfrc.org
- Phone: 920-923-4110
Sleep in Heavenly Peace – Fond du Lac Chapter
- Builds, assembles and delivers top-notch bunk beds to children and families in need
- Contact form
- Apply for a bed
Charis Pregnancy Help Center
- Offers pregnancy counseling, resources, support and education
- Contact form
- Phone: 920-933-5589
New Beginnings Pregnancy Care Center, Inc.
- Provides a safe place for pregnant women who want to change the direction of their lives
- Contact form
- Phone: 920-923-1484
Caregiving:
Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Fond du Lac County
- Assists older adults, people with disabilities and families/caregivers in finding services and resources
- E-Mail: adrc@fdlco.wi.gov
- Phone: 920-929-3466
- View the ADRC resource guide
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
Fond du Lac County Caregiver Resources
- Provides information on caregiver support, resources and respite programs
- Phone: 920-929-3466
Kinship Care
- Provides financial assistance to relatives caring for children on a temporary or long-term basis (adult brother or sister, first cousin, nephew or niece, uncle or aunt or grandparent, among others)
- Phone: 920-929-3449
Food
Fond du Lac County Food Pantries and Hot Meal Programs
- Provides a comprehensive list of Fond du Lac County food pantries and hot meal programs 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: 920-929-3104
- Apply for WIC
- View WIC brochure
Health/Mental Health
SSM Health Samaritan Free Health Clinic
- Provides quality healthcare to uninsured/low income patients
- Phone: 920-926-4841
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 Fond du Lac, Ozaukee, Walworth, Washington and Waukesha County residents to apply for or enroll in BadgerCare Plus, Medicaid and FoodShare programs
- Phone: 920-929-3400
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
Save-a-Smile Program Fond du Lac County
- Provides preventative and restorative dental services for Fond du Lac county residents, ages 18 and under, with medical assistance only
- Adult program assists only with URGENT dental needs. Adults on medical assistance or that meet a specified income level may be eligible.
- Phone: 920-929-3090
NAMI: National Alliance of Mental Illness of Fond du Lac County
- Empowers those young and old affected by mental illness and reduce stigma through support, education and outreach
- E-Mail: nami.fdl.fc@gmail.com
- Phone: 920-979-0512
SSM Health Behavioral Health Clinic
- Provides quality care for community members, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families with psychological and addictive concerns
- Phone: 920-929-2300
Fond du Lac County Outpatient Mental Health Clinic
- Provides psychosocial, psychological and psychiatric evaluation, ongoing psychotherapy, medication management and education, nursing support and prevention/consultation services
- Phone: 920-929-3500; 24-hour crisis line: 920-929-3535
CSI Pathways to Care of Fond du Lac County
- Provides a guide for navigating Fond du Lac County’s mental health services in both crisis and non-crisis situations
- Phone: 920-921-7010; 24-hour crisis line: 920-929-3535
Catholic Charities Community Counseling
- Provides outpatient behavioral health clinic providing accessible, culturally competent, high quality mental health services for individuals, families, children and couples of all faiths
- Phone: 920-923-2550
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
Substance Abuse
Fond du Lac County Outpatient Substance Abuse Services
- Focuses on the prevention and early intervention of substance use disorders for Fond du Lac County residents
- Phone: 920-929-3500
Opioid Treatment Center of Dodge and Fond du Lac Counties
- Offers a solutions-focused treatment services program
- Phone: 920-386-4853
SSM Health
- Provides quality care for community members with psychological and addictive concerns
- Phone: 920-929-2300
Alcoholic Anonymous
- Helps alcoholics achieve sobriety
- E-mail: wlcoweb1@gmail.com
- Phone: 920-922-7512
Community Medical Services
- Treats substance use disorders with medication assisted treatment (MAT) along with counseling and peer support services; offers same day treatment, walk-in services
- E-mail: info@cmsgiveshope.com
- Phone: 920-926-0101
Mahala’s Hope
- Offers women nature-based programs of recovery
- E-mail: mahalashope.kris@gmail.com
- Phone: 920-904-6445
Blandine House
- Serves adult male residents with AODA issues
- E-mail: serenity@blandinehouse.org
- Phone: 920-922-9487
Housing/Homelessness
Fond du Lac County Housing Authority
- Promotes and provides adequate and affordable housing, economic opportunity and a suitable living environment free from discrimination for low income households
- E-mail: info@fdlpha.org
- Phone: 920-929-3107
ADVOCAP
- 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
- Phone: 920-922-7760
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: amy.manganfischer@wisc.edu
- Phone: 920-929-3179
- View Rent Smart training dates
Solutions Center
- Offers homeless shelter options for intact families, including men, women and children
- E-mail: sheilab@solutionsfdl.com
- Phone: 920-922-8122; crisis line: 920-923-1700
St. Katharine Drexel Shelter
- Provides a safe and structured living environment for singles and families experiencing homelessness with access to programs and support that offer short-term crisis intervention and long-term goal planning with the ultimate goal of self-sufficiency
- E-mail: bobh@svdpfdlc.org
- Phone: 920-922-8122
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
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
ADVOCAP Home Energy Conservation
- Provides energy conservation measures to houses, repairs unsafe or non-working heating systems and repairs or replaces leaky 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
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
Consumer Credit Counseling
- Helps individuals and families achieve financial stability to improve their quality of life through education, debt management and counseling services
- E-mail: info@cccsonline.org
- Phone: 920-907-4344
St. Vincent de Paul
- Aids with food, rent, utilities and other basic necessities in times of crisis
- E-mail: help@svdpfdlc.org
- Phone: 920-922-3650
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
UW-Extension, Fond du Lac 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: 920-929-3179
Workforce Innovations & Opportunity Act (WIOA)
- Provides a comprehensive employment & training program that may provide assistance with training-related expenses and other financial barriers for eligible participants
- E-mail: tara.stevenson.letc@gmail.com
- Phone: 920-470-8735
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
Solutions Center
- Provides relief and safety in a secure residence for women and their children facing domestic abuse
- E-mail: sheilab@solutionsfdl.com
- Phone: 920-923-2880; crisis line: 920-923-1700
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
SSM Health Domestic Violence Services
- Provides support and education to families of domestic violence through advocacy, counseling, and treatment programs
- Phone: 920-926-4207
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
Fond du Lac County Veterans
- Assists Fond du Lac County veterans, their dependents and survivors in understanding and obtaining benefits provided by federal, state and local providers
- E-mail: veterans@fdlco.wi.gov
- Phone: 920-929-3117
Salute the Troops
- Supports local service members and veterans through advocacy, education, training and supportive programming
- E-mail: info@salutethetroopswi.org
- Phone: 920-204-4956
Center for Veterans Issues, Inc., Veterans Resource Center
- Provides holistic services, either directly or through collaboration, to improve the quality of life for veterans in need
- Phone: 920-906-4779
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
Fond du Lac Literacy Services
- Helps adults in our community with the basic skills needed to learn and prosper in everyday life by providing tutoring on reading, writing, mathematics, and the English language
- E-mail: literacy@fdlpl.org
- Phone: 920-322-3932
Transportation
ADVOCAP Transportation
- 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: 920-913-4013
Forward Service Corporation WETAP
- Provides no-interest vehicle repair and purchase loans
- Contact form
- Phone: 920-913-4013
Fond du Lac Area Transit
- Provides bus and shared ride taxi services
- E-mail: jkunde@fdl.wi.gov
- Phone: 920-322-3650
Moraine Park Auto Lab
- Performs vehicle repairs related to specific course content at a fraction of the cost
- Phone: 920-924-3145
Other Fond du Lac County Resources
Fond du Lac United Way 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 disaster
Latinos Unidos
- Connects, educates, informs and empowers Latinos in the Fond du Lac area
- Childcare/Parenting/Caregiving
- Food
- Healthcare/Mental Health
- Housing/Homelessness
- Utilities
- Internet/Technology
- Financial/Emergency Assistance
- Legal
- Domestic Violence/Abuse/Assault
- Veterans
- Immigration/Translation Services
- Transportation
- 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
- Childcare/Parenting/Caregiving
- Food
- Healthcare/Mental Health
- Housing/Homelessness
- Utilities
- Internet/Technology
- Financial/Emergency Assistance
- Legal
- Domestic Violence/Abuse/Assault
- Substance Abuse
- Veterans
- Immigration/Translation Services
- 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
- Childcare/Parenting/Caregiving
- Food
- Healthcare/Mental Health
- Housing/Homelessness
- Utilities
- Internet/Technology
- Financial/Emergency Assistance
- Legal
- Domestic Violence/Abuse/Assault
- Veterans
- Immigration/Translation Services
- Transportation
- 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
For more information, please contact Jackie Morgan:
jmorgan29@morainepark.edu
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