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Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) Assistance
includes regular heating and electric assistance, as well as
specialized services including emergency fuel assistance, counseling for
energy budgets, and emergency furnace repair and replacement. Energy Services Inc. 514 Main Street Friendship, WI 53934 Ph: 608-339-6767 Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm Apply online here (will need valid e-mail address and Social Security Number to apply) Outreach schedule and sites can be found here. Salvation Army Can speak with local intake worker to discuss referral to Salvation Army. Limited funding. Adams County Health & Human Services 108 E North Street Friendship, WI 53934 Ph: 608-339-4505 | The Emergency Assistance program is operated under the Wisconsin Works (W-2) program. It is primarily for housing crisis situations but also has an Energy Crisis component. Forward Service Corporation 139 S Main Street Adams, WI 53910 Ph: 608-472-4045 (local) or 855-733-1311 (eligibility line) |
Free/reduced cell phone service for eligible households. Only one person per household can have a SafeLink phone. | Free/reduced cell phone service for eligible households. Only one person per household can have a QLink phone. Emergency Broadband Benefit Program - Forward Health WI Temporary program to help families and households afford internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic. Provides a discount of up to $50 per month toward broadband service for eligible households and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands. To learn more including eligibility and enrollment information call 833-511-0311 or click HERE. |
1874 State Road 13 Friendship, WI 53934 Ph: 608-393-2641 or 608-254-8353 Wednesdays (1pm-4pm) and Fridays (9am-12pm) Second Harvest Mobile Food Pantry **Updated Service Delivery** Due to COVID-19, all food distribution will take place outside as a drive-up. Please stay in your car. You will be directed on procedure once you arrive. 3rd Wednesday of each month at 4pm. No eligibility requirements. A-F Middle School 420 N Main Street Adams, WI 53910 Ph: 608-339-4375 (Suzanne) **Please see link above for other locations.** ** Updated Service Delivery ** Please call to schedule an appointment. Provides nutrition support, immunization referrals, and nutrition education for women, infants, and children. Adams County Health & Human Services 108 E North Street Friendship, WI 53934 Ph: 608-847-9375 or 608-339-4513 | FoodShare Apply one of three ways:
A-F High School Food Pantry For families with children enrolled in the A-F School District. Only open during the school year. A-F High School 1109 E North Street Adams, WI 53910 608-339-3921 x 1114 (Vicki) Mondays from 3:45pm-5pm |
La Clinica Roche-A-Cri Behavioral Health and Recovery Center Addiction treatment center located in Friendship. 302 W Lake Street Friendship, WI 53934 Ph: 608-474-4355 | Provides outpatient services including:
108 E North Street Friendship, WI 53934 Ph: 608-339-4505 |
Medical Assistance Apply one of three ways:
Provides a variety of services including:
108 E North Street Friendship, WI 53934 Ph: 608-339-4513 or 608-339-4505 | Outpatient Mental Health Providers Adams County Crisis Intervention 108 E North Street Friendship, WI 53934 608-339-4505 Northwest Connections 24-Hour Mental Health & AODA Crisis Line 888-552-6642 NAMI National Alliance for Mentally Ill provides info to someone affected by mental illness and serves as their advocate. Ph: 608-296-6000 |
WRAP - Wisconsin Rental Assistance Program The Rental Assistance Program can award up to $3000 per individual in a combination of rental payments and/or security deposits. Information on where to apply can be found here Central WI Community Action Council Operations will be by appointment only until further notice. We encourage you to call and if unable to reach someone to leave a message on the reception answering machine (ext. 221) with your name, contact number and a brief reason for your call. Various housing programs offered through CWCAC - refer to their website for specific details. 1874 Highway 13 Friendship, WI 53934 Ph: 608-339-4900 (Adams) or 608-254-8353 (WI Dells) Provides funding to families with children who meet all eligibility criteria. In addition to meeting eligibility criteria, applicant must be experiencing a current emergency. Forward Service Corporation 139 S Main Street Adams, WI 53910 Ph: 608-472-4045 (local) or 855-733-1311 (eligibility line) | Rental assistance offered to Adams County residents. Eligibility criteria listed on website. Adams County Housing Authority 350 E Liberty Street Adams, WI 53910 Ph: 608-339-6996 Wisconsin Rapids Housing Authority 2521 10th Street S Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494 Ph: 715-423-7288 Various housing programs offered through Renewal Unlimited - refer to their website for specific details. 2900 Red Fox Run Portage, WI 53901 Ph: 608-742-5329 x 42 |
Wisconsin Shares (Child Care Assistance) Wisconsin Shares is Wisconsin's child care subsidy program that helps families and caretakers pay for child care.
Adams County Wisconsin Shares service provider:
The State of Wisconsin has an online directory of all regulated child care providers (certified, licensed family and licensed group centers). Click here to go to the directory to find a child care provider in your area. | Childcaring - Central Wisconsin Child Care Resource and Referral Agency Call or meet with a referral specialist who will conduct a computerized search for regulated child care programs which best meet your needs.
Wisconsin Rapids Office Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495
Wausau Office Wausau, WI 54401 Ph: 715-301-1800 Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Please call our offices before stopping by to ensure a staff member is available. To search the online directory, click here 1-800-628-8534 / Email:info@childcaring.org |
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation **Effective 11/1/21, Veyo replaced MTM, inc. as the DHS contracted NEMT provider Transportation service for non-emergency medical appointments for recipients of medical assistance. You can get rides to/from non-emergency medical appointments or you can get reimbursed for your trips to/from non-emergency medical appointments. To schedule a ride call: 866-907-1493 Or schedule through the member portal Must call 2 days in advance. Trip logs can be found here. | Job Access Loan A short term loan program for individuals with minor children to meet emergency needs related to employment. Forward Service Corporation Application and Resource Hot Line Phone: 1-855-733-1311 No-interest vehicle repair and purchase loans across the service area. You need to be low-income to be eligible for a WETAP loan. You also need to
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-8255 ** Effective 07/16/22, call 988 Resource available by call, text and online chat for anyone who needs support for a suicidal, mental health and/or substance use crisis. 401 N Main Street Adams, WI 53910 Ph: 608-339-9559 Tues-Thurs, 8am-11:45am, 12:45pm-4pm WIOA Adult & Young Adult Programs Employment & training program offered through Forward Service Corporation, located in Adams County Job Center. 401 N Main Street Adams, WI 53910 Ph: 715-315-0099 (Jamie - Youth) or 715-422-5017 (Monica - Adult) W2 is a job-based program that provides cash assistance to eligible parents to help them prepare for a career. Must have a minor child in the home. 139 S Main Street Adams, WI 53910 Ph: 608-472-4045 (local) or 855-733-1311 (eligibility line) Wisconsin Senior Employment Program Work-based training program for older Americans (55+, unemployed, and fit within certain income limits). SER Program Contact for Adams, Juneau, Marquette, Sauk, and Waushara County: 258 S Main Street Fond du Lac, WI 54936 Ph: 920-307-9898 Community Corrections Employment Program (CCEP) Employment & training program offered through the State of Wisconsin Department of Corrections. Specifically for individuals who are on felony supervision and have at least 6 months of probation left. Region 8 Coordinator: Sara Hohenstein Ph: 920-240-9050 (cell) |
Resources for South Wood & Adams Counties. Additional information can be found here. Resource available to those experiencing an abusive relationship. 720 Ash Street Baraboo, WI 53913 Ph: 608-356-9123 or 800-584-6790 24-Hour Help Line Free resource, including WiFi and computer usage. Free mobile WiFi hot spot available for check out. Click here for more information. 569 N Cedar Street Adams, WI 53910 Ph: 608-339-4250 Free program for anyone. Save up to 75% on prescription medications. This is not health insurance - discounts only. Aging & Disability Resource Center Assists seniors and adults with disabilities with resources and services to remain in their homes for as long as possible. 569 N Cedar Street Adams, WI 53910 Ph: 877-883-5378 Division of Vocational Rehabilitation is a program for individuals with disabilities who are having problems getting or retaining employment due to their disability. 320 W Grand Avenue #102 Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495 Ph: 715-422-5050 Free Taxes Every household with a simple tax return, can file federal and state taxes for free through https://www.myfreetaxes.com/ |