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ADAMS
COUNTY
REENTRY RESOURCES
Updated:
August 2023
Welcome home! This guide provides resources throughout Adams
County that may be helpful for those re-entering into the community.
All information gathered in this guide was found via online searches or
contacts who are connected to the resources.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Food
Resources ........................................................................................... 2-
6
Housing
Resources… ................................................................................. 7-
12
Education
Resources… .............................................................................. 13-
16
Employment
Resources .............................................................................
17-
20
Healthcare
Resources
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30
Resources
for
Substance
Use
Disorders
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36
Social
Support
Resources…
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40
Other/Miscellaneous
Resources… .........................................................
41-
45
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Food Resources
A list of food assistance contacts that can aid you throughout Adams County.
Adams County Food Pantry/FoodShare
The Adams County Food Pantry, located in Friendship, WI, is a great place to begin when
searching for food assistance in Adams County. They keep a variety of food items in stock,
as well as offer free or affordable toiletries and entertainment materials such as
magazines. The food pantry also assists in enrolling people in the FoodShare program,
which is a program designed to help those living on a low or fixed income purchase food
from other grocery stores and farmers' markets.
Address and Location:
1874 State Highway 13,
Friendship, WI 53934
Contact Information: Dinah Short, Adams County Food Pantry Coordinator
●
Phone:
(608)-393-2641
● Email: adamsfp@cwcac.org
● Website: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/foodshare/index.htm
Hours
of
Operation:
Wednesday
1:00
pm
-
4:00
pm;
Friday
9:00
am
-
12:00
pm
Important Information:
● “FoodShare helps people of all ages with limited money buy the food they need for
good health. This includes people who:”
○ Have low-income jobs
○ Live on a small or fixed income
○ Are retired
○ Have lost their jobs
○ Are disabled and can’t work
● “FoodShare benefits are put into an account. This account is accessible by a
Wisconsin QUEST card. The card can be used to buy food at grocery stores and at
some farmers’ markets.”
● Serves individuals who are not living in the school district of Wisconsin Dells.
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Friendship Connection – Free Lunch Monday & Wednesday
"The Friendship Connection, Inc. is a consumer-run, non-profit organization serving Adams
and surrounding counties. It is run by the very members who comprise it, offering the
chance for recovery, solace, and peace of mind by supporting, encouraging, and working
with others who share similar conditions."
Address and Location:
117 South Main Street,
Adams, WI 53910
Contact
Information:
● Phone: Call Deb at (608)-339-6810
● Email: friendship_connection@yahoo.com
● Website: Currently no website is available, but they do have a Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/friendshipconnectioninc
Hours of Operation: Free lunch Monday & Wednesday 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Important Information:
● Free service for those who are looking for lunch
● If you have the means to bring a dish or a dessert to share, you are welcome to.
○ However, if you don’t have the ability to contribute, you can still receive a
meal!
● No fees or registration required for this service – everyone is welcome!
● More information under “Social Support” later in this resource
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School District of Mauston – Mauston Sharing Supper
“Mauston High School is the new location for Mauston Sharing Supper for the community.
Individuals and families in need can receive a free meal. Other services to help out will be
on location.”
“The Mauston Sharing Supper is just one of the many ways the School District of Mauston
works for the betterment of our community. The Sharing Supper is held on the last
Thursday of every month and usually goes from 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm. It is free to all Mauston
Community members and is sponsored by various area businesses throughout the year.”
Address and Location:
800 Grayside Avenue,
Mauston, WI 53948
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-847-5451
● Email: jhagemann@maustonschools.org
● Website: https://www.maustonschools.org/community/
Hours of Operation:
Thursday 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm (
PLEASE NOTE:
meals are only served on
the last Thursday of the month).
Important Information:
● Call ahead or simply show up on the scheduled day the meal is being served to
receive a meal for yourself and for your family.
● No documents/ID/etc. required to receive aid.
● No cost – completely open and free to those in need.
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Second Harvest Food Bank of Southern Wisconsin
The Second Harvest Food Bank of Southern Wisconsin hosts a mobile food pantry that
moves around different counties and cities throughout the state. They provide a calendar
with dates and locations for each event. One of the counties that they serve is Adams
County, offering assistance to those in need across Wisconsin.
Address and Location:
Adams-Friendship
Middle School
420 North Main Street,
Adams, WI 53910
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-223-9121
● Email: info@shfbmadison.org
● Website: https://www.secondharvestmadison.org/find_food/adams-mobile-pantry/
Hours
of
Operation:
3rd
Wednesday
of
every
month
at
5:00
pm
.
Important Information:
● The pantry runs for about an hour or until they run out of food, whichever comes
first.
● No identification or proof of residence is necessary. Everyone in need is welcome.
● “We are following COVID safety guidelines and ask that you stay in your car with
windows up while we load your trunk. If your trunk isn’t available, or you are
walking, you will be able to self-load your food.”
● Each household will receive 60 pounds of food per month.
● Please bring bags and boxes to store your food in if you are able.
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Wisconsin Dells Community Food Pantry
The Wisconsin Dells Community Food Pantry is offering its services to individuals who live
within the Wisconsin Dells school district. The pantry is located at the Central Wisconsin
Community Action Center office, which is also a resource for other needs, including
housing and bill assistance.
Address and Location:
CWCAC Main
Administrative Office
1000 Highway 13,
Wisconsin Dells, WI
53965
Contact Information: Holly Weber, Wisconsin Dells Food Pantry Coordinator
●
Phone:
(608)-254-8353
● Email: wiscdellsfp@cwcac.org
● Website: https://www.cwcac.org/offices/#dells
Hours
of
Operation:
● Central Wisconsin Community Action Center: Monday-Thursday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
● Wisconsin Dells Community Food Pantry: Tuesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm; Thursday
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Important Information:
● Serves individuals who are living in the school district of Wisconsin Dells.
● Note: each household is allowed to visit the pantry once per week.
● Eligibility is based on income.
○ Focuses on serving those who are low-income or otherwise struggling with
basic food necessities.
● Though located technically outside of Adams County, there may be individuals who
live close enough to Wisconsin Dells to use these resources.
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Housing Resources
A list of housing-related assistance contacts that can help you find a place to stay in
Adams County.
CWCAC Homeless Assistance/Prevention
"This program provides one-time assistance to households – generally rent. This program
actually combines different funding sources including Emergency Food & Shelter Program,
National Exchange Bank, Salvation Army, and United Way. Client applications are reviewed
and approved based on a number of criteria, including funding availability, the ability to
positively resolve the crisis, and other factors."
Address and Location:
CWCAC Main
Administrative Office
1000 Highway 13,
Wisconsin Dells, WI
53965
Contact Information: Brian Downey, Adams County Case Manager
●
Phone:
(608)-254-8353,
Extension
236
● Email: brian@cwcac.org
● Website: https://www.cwcac.org/programs-services/homeless-
unit/?utm_source=canva&utm_medium=iframely
Hours of Operation: Central Wisconsin Community Action Center – Monday-Thursday 8:00
am - 4:30 pm
Important Information:
● Financial assistance is provided by the United Way of South Wood & Adams
Counties.
● One-time rent assistance; eviction prevention assistance.
● Contact the Case Manager for Adams County (listed above) before applying for aid.
○ The Case Manager can provide you with more information.
● Verification of employment is required for some services.
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Foundation for Rural Housing
The Foundation for Rural Housing, which serves 69 counties in Wisconsin, offers various
services including rent assistance, mortgage assistance, utility and property tax assistance,
and security deposit assistance. Please note that there are many specific criteria that an
individual must meet in order to receive aid, listed below.
Address and Location:
No listed street address.
P.O. Box 314, Oregon, WI
53575
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-238-3448
● Email: wrh@wisconsinruralhousing.org
● Website: https://www.wisconsinruralhousing.org/our-programs
Hours of Operation: No hours listed; call for more information.
Important Information:
● Applicants must be under the 50% County Median Income.
● Housing must be affordable going forward.
● Must have proof of potential income – unemployment, child support, etc. included.
● If you are applying for social security disability or other benefits, you must submit an
award letter.
● You may only apply for 1 type of assistance every 3 years.
● Applicants are typically processed within 5 business days.
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Renewal Unlimited, Inc.
"Renewal Unlimited’s Homeless Prevention Program assists low- to moderate-income
families with housing costs in order to maintain stability. Applicants must contact the
Housing Case Manager to complete a general intake application which is used to determine
your eligibility."
Address and Location:
2900 Red Fox Run,
Portage, WI 53901
Contact Information: Call Wendy to set up an appointment.
●
Phone:
(608)-742-5329,
Extension
42
● Email: None listed. Please call or check the website for more information!
● Website: http://www.renewalunlimited.net/?page_id=559
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Important Information:
● Please talk to the Housing Case Manager (info listed above) to fill out a general
intake application.
● The Emergency Solutions Grant and Homeless Prevention Program have been
designed for households with low to moderate income with long-term residential
assistance of up to 12 months, eviction prevention, and utility assistance.
● Assistance is provided in the form of a grant, or 0% interest loan.
○ The loan is to be paid back using an affordable payment plan, which is set up
between the recipient and Renewal Unlimited, Inc.
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River Haven Homeless Shelter
"River Haven Homeless Shelter is located in Portage, WI, and provides shelter to homeless
individuals and families. It is comprised of two shelters, one to serve single men and the
other for single women and families. The mission of River Haven is to provide safe,
temporary shelter to qualifying homeless individuals and families while providing them
with guidance and connecting them to community resources to promote their
independence. We also provide information about resources, social service agencies and
managed guidance/support to make occupants take accountability for their future. Our
goal is to guide clients to independence within a 30-day stay."
Address and Location:
108 East Pleasant Street,
Portage, WI 53913
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-742-7687
● Email: riverhavenshelter@yahoo.com
● Website: https://riverhavenshelter.org/
Hours
of
Operation:
Monday-Friday
8:00
am
-
2:30
pm
(
PLEASE
NOTE:
the
office
is
closed
on weekends and holidays).
Important Information:
● Currently, River Haven is staffed by a full-time Case Manager Director and a part-
time Case Manager.
● They have two shelters: one for single men, one for single women and families.
● Each house is also staffed by a House Assistant from 5:00 pm - 8:00 am.
○ “The House Assistant is a live-in volunteer and manages the residents and
goings on at the shelter. This person then reports to the Case Managers if
there are any issues or problems that need to be resolved.”
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● Families/individuals staying in the shelter will have access to laundry facilities, full
kitchens, and bathrooms.
● Residents are required to sign up or apply for services within the community,
including but not limited to:
○ FoodShare
○ BadgerCare
○ FSET
○ W2
● Feel free to call for more information!
Forward Service Corporation – Emergency Assistance
The Forward Service Corporation's Emergency Assistance Program aids families who are at
risk of losing their housing. They help pay their mortgages, as well as assist in security
deposits and keeping utilities from being shut off.
Address and Location:
Mid-State Technical College
Adams Campus
401 North Main Street,
Adams, WI 53910
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-472-4045
● Email: No email address is listed, but you can reach them via email on their website.
●
Website:
https://fsc-corp.org/stores/adams/
Hours
of
Operation:
● Monday-Thursday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
●
Friday
8:00
am
-
4:30
pm
● Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Important Information:
● They offer financial assistance for those who cannot afford their rent or mortgage.
They also have assistance for those who received an eviction notice or foreclosure
notice.
● “We help families make a first month’s payment or pay their security deposit, so
they can move into a safe home. If you are living in a shelter or temporary living
place, have left your home due to domestic violence, or have lost your home to fire,
flood, or natural disaster, please contact us.”
● Additionally, they aid those who have heat and/or electricity bills that are past due,
received a disconnect notice for their utilities, or have already had their utilities shut
off.
○ They may be able to help you make a payment.
● Located inside the Mid-State Technical College building in Adams, WI.
○ They also have helpful resources for education and employment inside.
● They have an Emergency Assistance Application that must be filled out.
○ The link for the application can be found here: http://www.fsc-corp.org/wp-
content/uploads/2016/05/English-EA-Application.pdf
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Education Resources
This section provides resources for those residing in Adams County who wish to
further their education after incarceration.
Enhanced Skills Program – CWCAC
"In November 2005 we entered into a contract with the Department of Workforce
Development to increase the income and economic self-sufficiency of working poor
households by helping adult members acquire the skills needed to obtain higher paying
jobs with health insurance benefits."
Address and Location:
CWCAC Main Administrative
Office, 1000 Highway 13,
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
Contact Information: Lynette Ives, Program Manager
●
Phone:
(608)-432-4359
● Email: lynette@cwcac.org
● Website: https://www.cwcac.org/programs-services/enhanced-skills-program/
Hours of Operation: Central Wisconsin Community Action Center – Monday-Thursday 8:00
am - 4:30 pm
Important Information:
● “The Enhanced Skills program is not intended to assist individuals who wish to
attend school full-time, who expect to be in training for a long time, for those who
are not working, or for those whose training will not result in increased self-
sufficiency.”
● Assistance in training plans, problem-solving, career assessment, accessing
community resources, and job search.
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• This program is for short-term certificate programs such as Certified Nursing
Assistant, Phlebotomy, HVAC Technician, Welder, EMT, Massage Therapist, Personal
Trainer, etc.
● Must be 18 or older.
● Must be at or below 150% of poverty line.
● Must be employed minimum of 20 hours per week and MAINTAIN employment
during training.
● Must work with the Job Skills Coach on developing a training plan.
● Must apply for financial aid or other programs for which they may be eligible.
● Must maintain residence in Wisconsin.
● The application for the Enhanced Skills Program can be found here:
https://www.cwcac.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Enhanced-Skills-
Application.pdf
Mid-State Technical College & LiNK Program
Mid-State Technical College, located in Adams, WI, provides academic resources to aid in
success. The LiNK Program, specifically, offers free help getting your GED/HSED and
enrolling in courses at the college.
Address and Location:
Mid-State Technical College
Adams Campus
401 North Main Street,
Adams, WI 53910
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-422-5470
● Email: None listed. Please call or check the website for more information!
● Website: https://www.mstc.edu/student-services/link
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Hours
of
Operation:
● Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
● Friday and Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Important Information:
● No admission requirements, tuition, fees, etc. for LiNK classes.
● You can enroll anytime throughout the year – designed to be a “work at your own
pace” kind of program.
● Assistance preparing to get your GED/HSED.
● Two ways future students can enroll in programs:
○ 1 – Schedule a virtual meeting with a staff member.
○ 2 – Schedule an in-person meeting with a staff member.
○ More contact information is provided above.
● Mid-State Technical College also offers a free shuttle service to other campuses if
there is a different campus in the state that has a program you’d be more interested
in.
Western Technical College – Tomah Campus
Individuals looking to complete their GED/HSED, as well as go on to pursue higher
education, can enroll at Western Technical College. They have two campuses in the Adams
County area, one located in Mauston and the other located in Tomah. GED/HSED testing is
only available at the Tomah Campus.
Address and Location:
WTC – Tomah Campus
120 East Milwaukee Street,
Tomah, WI 54660
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-374-7700
● Email: tomah@westerntc.edu
● Website: https://www.westerntc.edu/tomah
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Hours of Operation: None listed – please call or email for more information.
Important Information:
● Wisconsin residents can choose between getting their GED and HSED from Western
Technical College.
● To earn a GED, you must meet the following requirements:
○ 18 ½ years old or older
○ Have completed the state-mandated Orientation/Careers/Employability Skills
class.
■ More info on this class can be found here:
https://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/cte/pdf/esimpleguide.pdf
○ Pass the Civic Literacy Test
○ Pass the GED Tests
● To earn an HSED, you must meet all of the above requirements, and additionally, you
must complete coursework or testing in:
○ Health
○ Employability skills
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Employment Resources
This section can aid individuals returning to Adams County in finding employment
opportunities upon re-entry to their community.
Adams Job Center
The Adams Job Center, located in the Mid-State Technical College (Adams Campus), can be
used for many different needs, including resume assistance, help with applying for local
jobs in the area, job placement and assistance for veterans, and job applications for
positions located not only locally but also statewide and nationwide.
Address and Location:
Mid-State Technical College
Adams Campus
401 North Main Street,
Adams, WI 53910
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-339-9559
● Email: adamscountyjobcenter@gmail.com
● Website: https://www.jobcenterofwisconsin.com/
Hours of Operation: Tuesday-Thursday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Important Information:
● The Adams Job Center offers many employment-related services . They can help
you build a resume, navigate the Internet, look through local newspaper listings,
and assist you with applying for a job that will be the best fit for you.
● They also offer free fax and phone lines, as well as help people search for jobs
online.
● Call, email, or visit the website for more information on how the Adams Job Center
can help you.
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UMOS – Transitional Jobs Program
"UMOS’ Transitional Jobs programming helps eligible participants progress from
unemployment, to assisted (subsidized) employment, to self-sufficiency (unsubsidized)
employment. Through this program, UMOS is able to offer immediate work with pay, in
addition to job coaching, employability planning, life skills development, vocational training,
as well as job search assistance."
Address and Location:
Transitional Jobs – Black
River Falls Office
21 South 2nd Street,
Black River Falls, WI 54615
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(414)-294-3090
● Email:
○ Adams County Contact – david.frechette@umos.org
○
General Information –
info@umos.org
● Website: https://www.umos.org/how-we-help/workforce-development/transitional-
jobs/
Hours of Operation: None listed – please call or email for more information.
Important Information:
● Serves individuals in the following counties: Adams, Clark, Jackson, and Juneau.
● A case worker from UMOS will help pair individuals with host companies who are
looking for employees to hire.
● “UMOS then mobilizes funding from the Wisconsin Department of Children and
Families to subsidize this new worker’s wages for an introductory period.”
○ This takes the financial burden off both the individual who is employed and
the host company, allowing for both to achieve stability and a good working
relationship.
● “This works to decrease poverty and homelessness, increase the economic stability
of individuals and families, forge a self-sufficient labor force, and create a stronger
community.”
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Adams County WIOA
“There are so many career options out there today that it gets hard to choose just one.
Plus, everything changes so fast and many of today’s hottest jobs didn’t even exist 10 years
ago. Whether you are just out of high school, have been working for a while, or been laid
off from your job, WIOA can help you map a new career path. We’ll work together to find
your best options and get you the training and education to get started."
Address and Location:
Mid-State Technical College
Adams Campus
401 North Main Street,
Adams, WI 53910
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-472-4045
● Email: None listed. Please call or check the website for more information!
● Website: https://fsc-corp.org/stores/adams/
Hours of Operation: Monday-Tuesday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Important Information:
● Services offered include:
○ Career counseling – discuss which careers interest you most, receive
assistance preparing a resume, and find job openings.
○ Financial education – learn how to manage your finances, build credit, and
save money.
○ Job training – offers free courses to train for a job or career that you are
interested in.
○ Work experience – gain experience in a career path that interests you before
applying for higher-up positions.
○ Money for education – financial assistance for job training or for pursuing
higher education.
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● To apply, fill out the contact form located on their website: https://fsc-corp.org/our-
services/wioa/wioa-referral-form/
● WIOA stands for the Workfore Innovation and Opportunity Act. WIOA was designed
to help residents get the training and education to launch careers in local industries.
At the same time, WIOA also provides a steady stream of workers to area
businesses to keep the economy growing.
● Services offered are broken down into three populations: youth, adult, and
dislocated workers.
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Healthcare Resources
This section provides resources for both physical and mental healthcare in Adams
County.
Mile Bluff Medical Center
Mile Bluff Medical Center has several locations around the Adams County area, including
Mauston and Wisconsin Dells, that offer a variety of services. The services these clinics and
hospitals in the area provide range anywhere from primary care to gynecology to
emergency services to pediatrics. They also offer financial assistance for those who are
unable to afford healthcare services for a variety of reasons.
Address and Location:
Mile Bluff Medical Center
1050 Division Street
Mauston, WI 53948
Please note: There are many
more locations for other hospitals
and clinics available on their website.
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-847-6161
● Email: None listed. Please call or check the website for more information!
● Website: https://www.milebluff.com/
Hours
of
Operation:
● Emergency Room: Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
● Urgent Care: Monday-Friday 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Weekends and Holidays 9:00 am -
9:00 pm
○ Please note: Hours are subject to change. Call for more information.
Important Information:
● Services offered at the Mile Bluff Medical Center in Mauston include:
○ Anesthesia
○ Emergency Services
○ Laboratory
○ Orthopedics
○ Surgery
○ Women’s Health
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○ Cancer Care
○ Medical Imaging
○ Respiratory Care
○ Infusion Therapy
○ Nutrition
○ Podiatry (Foot Care)
○ Urgent Care
○ Wound Care
● “Mile Bluff offers programs to ensure that all members of the communities we serve
are able to access medically-necessary care, regardless of their ability to pay.
Patients who meet financial requirements (based on family size and income) can
receive help with their bills through discounts offered under these programs. All
may apply.”
● Services received in the clinic setting are eligible for Sliding Fee Scale pricing.
○ “A medically-necessary service is defined as care that is non-elective and
needed in order to prevent death or negative effects to your health.”
■ Non-medically-necessary procedures are not covered by this pricing.
○ “This practice serves all patients regardless of the ability to pay. Services will
not be denied due to the inability to pay. A sliding fee scale discount for
medically-necessary services is offered based on family size and income.
Please ask for a sliding fee scale application at the registry desk.
”
● A sliding fee scale is a determination made by the hospital or clinic about how much
procedures will cost based on factors such as income and family size.
● To apply for this program, you must submit a completed application, along with all
required supporting materials requested in the form.
○ The form can be found here: https://www.milebluff.com/images/application-
2022.pdf
○ You may also submit the application in person, through the mail, or by fax.
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Tomah VA Medical Center
"Our vision is to excel in patient-centered Primary Care, Whole Health, Mental Health,
Rehabilitative, and long-term healthcare, and partnering with other VHA and community
organizations to provide a fully integrated continuum of care. As a servant-led institution,
we will develop a culture of excellence as a High-Reliability Organization responsive to the
changing needs of Veterans. Initiatives will be shaped by technology, research, and
evidence-based practices. Care is delivered by engaged collaborative teams in an
integrated environment that supports learning as well as continuous and sustained
improvement. We embrace change and constantly reinvent our organization to meet the
changing needs of the Veteran, healthcare best practices, and national VA guidance and
direction."
Address and Location:
500 East Veterans Street,
Tomah, WI 54660
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-372-3971
● Email: None listed. Please call or check the website for more information!
● Website: https://www.va.gov/tomah-health-care/
Hours of Operation: Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Important Information:
● The Tomah VA Medical Center offers a wide variety of services, including:
○ Filling prescriptions and other pharmacy services
○ Primary care
○ Alcohol/substance use care
○ Sexual trauma care
○ Psychiatry/PTSD care
○ Diabetic care
○ Dental/oral care
○ Cardiology (heart)
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○ Dermatology (skin)
○ Neurology (brain)
○ Optometry (eyes)
○ Pulmonary (lungs and breathing)
○ Sleep medicine (CPAP therapy)
○ Surgery
● In addition to physical and mental healthcare services, they also offer various social
support services, including:
○ Homeless veteran care (transitional/supportive housing)
○ LGBTQ+ veteran care
○ Veteran care for minority communities
○ Patient advocates and social work
● In addition to having the Tomah Medical Center location, the VA also has a mobile
clinic to assist veterans who cannot come in person to the Tomah clinic.
Aspirus Riverview Clinic
The Aspirus Riverview Clinic in Adams, WI has a variety of physical healthcare services. They
also have a Sliding Fee Scale policy, which states that nobody will be turned away or
refused service because they cannot afford them. Rather, they will base your fees on your
income status and other factors. More information will be discussed below.
Address and Location:
419 North Oak Street,
Adams, WI 53910
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-339-5250
● Email: None listed. Please call or check the website for more information!
● Website: https://www.aspirus.org/find-a-location/aspirus-riverview-clinic-adams-457
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Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Important Information:
● Services provided at this location include:
○
Children’s
Health
○ Family medicine
○ Laboratory services
○ Women’s Health
○ Diabetes care
○ Imaging (radiology)
○ Primary care
● Sliding Fee Scale Policy – “At Aspirus, no one will be denied services regardless of
insurance status or ability to pay. If you have insurance, we can help you
understand it and use it. For patients who are uninsured or underinsured, we offer
a sliding scale fee based on your income and family size. If you are unsure if you
qualify for the sliding fee discount scale, our Access and Enrollment Specialists can
help. We can also answer your questions about Medicare and Medicaid.”
Gundersen Moundview Hospital and Clinic
Gundersen Moundview Hospital in Friendship, WI offers many healthcare services for those
in need. They have a very extensive list of physical healthcare services, and more
information can be found on their website listed below. They also provide financial aid for
individuals without health insurance. More information about costs and insurance can be
found on their website.
Address and Location:
402 West Lake Street,
Friendship, WI 53934
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Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-339-3331
● Email: None listed. Please call or check the website for more information!
● Website: https://www.gundersenhealth.org/locations/gundersen-moundview-
hospital
Hours of Operation: Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Important Information:
● Many services are available – please check the website link above for the full list.
● They have a pharmacy included in the hospital:
○ Gundersen Moundview Pharmacy – 402 West Lake Street, Friendship, WI
53934 (Suite 1)
● Since they are a hospital, they offer various emergency and urgent care services.
○ However, they are also a clinic, so individuals can make appointments to get
healthcare needs addressed that are not life-threatening or urgent.
● In addition to having a clinic and a hospital, they also offer eye care for individuals
who need a vision prescription.
● If you do not have access to the Internet, more information can be found by calling
the number above.
Healthfirst Network – Reproductive Health Clinic
"Healthfirst is dedicated to providing quality, confidential reproductive health care,
education, and nutrition counseling that is affordable and accessible through direct care
and strategic partnerships."
Address and Location:
500 Main Street, Friendship, WI
53934
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Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
1-(800)-246-5743
● Email: None listed. Please call or check the website for more information!
● Website: https://healthfirstnetwork.org/
Hours
of
Operation:
Tuesday
10:00
am
-
6:00
pm
Friday
8:30
am
-
2:30
pm
Important Information:
● Healthfirst Network’s core values:
○ Providing confidential services
○ Treating all with respect and dignity
○ Empowering through education
○ Maintaining honesty and integrity
○ Being kind, caring, and empathetic
○ Committing to innovative, high-quality, evidence-based services
● They provide a variety of services, including:
○ Pap smears
○ Vaginal checks
○ Colposcopy (removing precancerous spots on the cervix)
○ UTI & yeast infection testing and treatment
○ Pregnancy testing
○ Sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment
○ Contraceptives (including condoms, long-lasting contraceptives such as IUDs,
and emergency contraceptives)
○ Health education
● They also provide aid for survivors of sexual assault or domestic violence.
● Financial assistance is available through Medicaid; additionally, Healthfirst Clinic
operates on a Sliding Fee Scale.
○ To find out what financial assistance you may qualify for, please call the
number listed below.
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Mauston Dental Center
"You are welcome here. In fact, your whole family is welcome here. Your teeth and oral
health are critical to living a happy, pain-free life. We accept many forms of insurance,
provide service to every person covered by Medicaid in Wisconsin – and offer financial
assistance. We are committed to working with you, no matter your financial situation."
Address and Location:
880 Herriot Drive
Mauston, WI 53948
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-847-6700
● Email: websiterequest@famhealth.org
● Website: https://famhealth.org/services/dental/
Hours
of
Operation:
● Monday and Thursday 7:30 am - 7:00 pm
● Tuesday and Wednesday 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
●
Friday
7:30
am
-
5:00
pm
Important Information:
● Insurances accepted include Medicaid (BadgerCare), Medicare, and private
insurance.
● They also accept those without health or dental insurance.
○ They operate on a Sliding Fee Scale; call ahead to find out what financial
assistance you may qualify for.
● Services include:
○ Dental cleaning and exams
○ Emergency dental; restoration and treatments
○
Kids’
dentistry
● Please note: currently, there is a waitlist for dental services. Please call the number
above for more information about the waitlist.
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Adams County Health & Human Services – Behavioral Healthcare
"The Behavioral Health Division provides clinical services that provide a full range of mental
health and alcohol and other drug abuse treatment services. Services include crisis, mobile
crisis, ongoing mental health, and AODA therapies, psychiatric and psychological services,
medication monitoring, intensive case management, and service coordination."
Address and Location: No image is available online.
108 East North Street, Friendship, WI 53934
Contact Information: Adam Short, Behavioral Health Manager
●
Phone:
(608)-339-4505
● Email: adam.short@co.adams.wi.us
● Website: https://www.co.adams.wi.us/departments/health-human-
services/behavioral-health
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Important Information:
● Psychiatry services are offered through the Adams County Department of Health &
Human Services.
○ “Psychiatry services for Adams County residents include psychiatric
evaluation, medication management, and nurse case management. Also on
staff at our agency is a psychiatrist and psychiatric mental health nurse
practitioner. Client goals are reached through partnerships with mental
health and AODA staff, Coordinated Services staff, and Adams County jail
partnerships.”
● If you are in need of psychiatry services and are an Adams County resident, please
print and fill out an intake form or stop by the Adams County Health and Human
Services Department to complete the intake form. The online intake form can be
found here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_gbKrLgYlOmM8BQRdsTE2R7dRX6uaooA/view
● In addition, the department offers Crisis Services:
○ “Adams County Crisis contracts with Northwest Connections for 24-hour
Mental Health and AODA Crisis assistance. Northwest Connections can be
contacted at 1-(888)-552-6642.”
○ Adams County Crisis also provides an emergency appointment slot for
people who are in need of intervention, but not so severe as to be life-
threatening. Additionally, Crisis provides linkage and coordination services
for walk-in clients wishing to begin mental health services.
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Roche-A-Cri Community Recovery Center / Family Health La Clinica – Mental
Healthcare
"Family Health La Clinica’s behavioral health professionals are ready to support you on
your journey. Whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, or mental illness,
we’re proud of you for considering therapy and counseling. Our behavioral health
specialists are here to help you live your best life. Start the conversation today."
Address and Location:
302 West Lake Street,
Friendship, WI 53934
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-474-4355
● Email: websiterequest@famhealth.org
●
Website:
https://famhealth.org/services/behavioral-health/
Hours
of
Operation:
● Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
●
Tuesday
8:00
am
-
7:00
pm
Important Information:
● Patient Service Navigators can assist individuals in discussing financial assistance.
● For individuals who are uninsured or low-income, Roche-A-Cri operates on a Sliding
Fee Scale system.
○ Call for more information on what you are eligible to receive.
● Offers Outpatient Recovery Services, including:
○ Counseling (individual, group, and family)
○ Medication-assisted treatment
○ Community-based recovery support (more information under the Substance
Use Disorder Resources sub-heading included in this guide).
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Resources for Substance Use Disorders
These resources can help individuals struggling with Substance Use Disorders who
are returning to Adams County.
Area 75 Meetings – Alcoholics Anonymous in Southern Wisconsin
"Meetings provide an opportunity for individuals to connect with others in a confidential,
anonymous setting for sharing of a common experience. If meetings are listed as closed,
then only people with a desire to stop drinking may attend. If the meeting is listed as open,
then anyone may attend. Adams County is part of Area 75, District 18."
Address
and
Location:
No
address/location
is
available,
as
meeting
locations
vary.
Please
check the website for the address of the meeting you’d prefer to attend.
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-222-8989
● Email: webmaster@area75.org
● Website: https://mtg.area75.org/meetings.html?dist=18
Hours
of
Operation:
● Phone and website services are updated 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
●
Meeting times may vary.
Important Information:
● “Use the Alcoholics Anonymous website to find local meetings. Click on A.A. Near
You or select a zip code on the left side of the page.”
● Membership is open to anyone who wants to act on or eliminate their problem with
consuming alcohol.
● Note: meeting times and locations may vary. Please call or use the website for meeting
information.
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Narcotics Anonymous Meeting Schedule – Adams County
"Wisconsin Region of Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings provide an opportunity for
experienced members (known as sponsors) to partner with newer members in their
recovery journey. The core of the NA program is the Twelve Steps. These "steps" are a set
of guidelines outlining a practical approach to recovery. By following these guidelines and
working closely with other members, addicts learn to stop using drugs and face the
challenges of daily living. See the website for local meeting information. If meetings are
listed as closed, then only people with a desire to stop using may attend. If the meeting is
listed as open, anyone may attend."
Address
and
Location:
No
address/location
is
available,
as
meeting
locations
vary.
Please
check the website for the address of the meeting you’d prefer to attend.
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-232-9615
● Email: pr@wisconsinna.org
● Website: https://wisconsinna.org/
○ Additionally, here is another website that provides meeting locations and
times: https://www.na.org/meetingsearch/
Hours
of
Operation:
● Phone and website services are updated 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
●
Meeting times may vary.
Important Information:
● “Narcotics Anonymous is a nonprofit fellowship or society of men and women for
whom drugs have become a major problem.”
● Visit the website for more information and to locate area services; walk in to visit a
meeting.
● NA meetings are free to attend, but if you are willing and able, donations are
appreciated.
● Please call or email to find out when and where meetings will be held.
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Family Health La Clinica – Substance Use Treatment and Addiction Recovery
(Friendship)
"Our healthcare professionals and substance abuse counselors can help you build lasting
sobriety. We want to be your safe space as you deal with addiction’s complex issues. We
take a comprehensive approach to substance abuse treatment and addiction recovery that
looks beyond the disease to see you. You deserve professional care, compassion, and
tailored recovery support."
Address and Location:
302 West Lake Street
Friendship,
WI
53934
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-474-4355
● Email: websiterequest@famhealth.org
● Website:
https://famhealth.org/services/substance-abuse-recovery/
Hours
of
Operation:
● Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
●
Tuesday
8:00
am
-
7:00
pm
Important Information:
● “If you’re exploring help, you’re one step closer to lasting recovery.”
● The Substance Use Treatment Clinic offers recovery resources for the following:
○ Alcohol addiction
○ Opioid addiction
○ Cocaine addiction
○ Meth addiction
● Despite listing these specific substances, they also mention that they are willing to
help no matter the classification of the addiction.
● “Our treatment plans support the whole person and address the life issues making
recovery harder.”
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● They treat individuals with a substance use disorder by utilizing:
○ Substance use counseling and case management
○ Community-based recovery support
○ Assessments for alcohol and other drug use, mental health, and recovery
planning
● They offer services to individuals who are under-insured or uninsured through the
use of a Sliding Fee Scale.
○ Please check the website or call for more information on pricing.
North Star Comprehensive Community Services (CCS)
"Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) is a program for individuals of all ages who
need ongoing services for a mental illness, substance use disorder, or a dual diagnosis
beyond occasional outpatient care, but less than the intensive care provided in an inpatient
setting."
Address and Location:
450 East State Street
Adams, WI 53910
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-339-7600
● Email: l.westnstar@gmail.com
● Website: https://www.co.adams.wi.us/departments/health-human-
services/coordinated-services/comprehensive-community-services
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Important Information:
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● “The individual works with a dedicated team of service providers to develop a
treatment and recovery plan to meet the individual’s unique needs and goals.”
● A community-based approach that promotes a healthier life and more satisfaction.
● “North Star Services, Inc. staff are CCS Certified and receive monthly continuing
education and training.”
● CCS Basic Eligibility:
○ Adams County resident
○ Eligibility for medical assistance
○ Have a current mental health and/or substance use diagnosis
○ Functional limitation in one or more major life activities caused by mental
health or substance use issues as measured by the state screening tool
○ Need for psychosocial rehabilitation services
○ Must be able to obtain a current physician authorization for services
● Please call or email for more information on eligibility.
● There is no cost associated with CCS services.
Friendship Connection – Alcohol and Other Drug Use Support Group
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"The Friendship Connection will hold an Alcohol and Other Drug Use Support Group at their
location. This is a casual group led by peers."
Address and Location:
117 South Main Street
Adams, WI 53910
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-339-6810
● Email: friendship_connection@yahoo.com
● Website: Currently no website is available, but they do have a Facebook page: The
Friendship Connection, Inc. https://www.facebook.com/friendshipconnectioninc
Hours
of
Operation:
Monday-Friday
11:00
am
-
4:00
pm
● Please note: these hours are the general business hours of the Friendship
Connection office. Please call or email to learn specific times for support group
meetings.
Important Information:
● No eligibility requirements (documents, proof of residency/income/employment).
● Everyone is welcome.
● Supportive, casual, and encouraging group discussions about alcohol and other
drug use.
● No fees are associated with attending the meetings.
● Please call or email for meeting dates and times, as well as more details on what the
meetings will include/cover.
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Social Support Resources
Social support is a very important part of re-entry, and these Adams County
resources can be utilized in order to give individuals a sense of support and
belonging.
Compass Counseling – Portage
"Compass Counseling is a state-certified outpatient mental health clinic serving individuals,
couples, and families. Staffed by master-level therapists, Compass Counseling values and
adheres to a professional code of ethics that promotes confidentiality, professionalism,
and effective clinical treatments. The clinical team believes that individuals are influenced
by the behavioral patterns in their families/relationships; therefore, they acknowledge this
strong factor and how it may play a role in the treatment."
Address and Location:
1508 New Pinery Road
Portage, WI 53901
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-745-4900
● Email: michellen@compasscounseling.info
● Website: https://www.compasscounseling.info/
Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Important Information:
● Services offered at Compass Counseling include:
○ Individual Psychotherapy
○ Family Therapy
○ Marital/Relationship Counseling
● Individual Psychotherapy:
○ “Individual therapy involves meeting one on one with a therapist to address
emotional, social, and/or behavioral concerns.”
○ Services are offered to children, adolescents, and adults.
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■ Sessions for children and adolescents always require a
parent/guardian for the initial session and the parental/guardian
involvement in future sessions will be discussed at that time.
● Family Therapy:
○ Family therapy can include all family members (immediate, stepfamilies, and
sometimes extended families). The purpose of family therapy is to help
families deal with concerns or difficulties that are interfering with how the
family functions.
○ Topics that may be addressed include, but are not limited to:
■ Improve communication
■ Resolve conflict
■ Use more effective parenting strategies
■ Create an effective home environment
■ Conquer life transitions (i.e death/grief, divorce, belnded families, new
baby)
● Marital/Relationship Counseling:
○ Couples experience a range of concerns that interfere with the health of their
relationship. Therapists can address concerns for couples at any stage of
their relationship.
■ Pre-marital, marital, and divorce counseling is available.
● You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate”, explaining how much your
medical care will cost.
○ People providing healthcare are obliged, under the No Surprises Act, to
inform individuals who are uninsured of an estimate of their bill for services.
○ Check the website listed above for more information on the Good Faith
Estimate (GFE) policy.
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The Friendship Connection, Inc.
"The Friendship Connection, Inc. is a consumer-run, non-profit organization serving Adams
and the surrounding counties' Center for Adults in Recovery. It is run by the very members
who comprise it, offering the chance for recovery, solace, and peace of mind by supporting,
encouraging, and working with others who share similar conditions."
Address and Location:
117 South Main Street
Adams, WI 53910
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-339-6810
● Email: friendship_connection@yahoo.com
● Website: Currently no website is available, but they do have a Facebook page: The
Friendship Connection, Inc. https://www.facebook.com/friendshipconnectioninc
Hours
of
Operation:
Monday-Friday
11:00
am
-
4:00
pm
● Please note: these hours are the general business hours of the Friendship
Connection office. Please call or email to learn specific times for events.
Important Information:
● Opportunities include:
○ All-recovery group
○ Healthy cooking classes
○ Free lunches (see Food Resources sub-heading in this guide)
○ One-on-one/group counseling
○ Socializing
○ Free library
● Supportive, low-key, relaxing environment for individuals to bond and share
individuals’
stories.
● Please call or check their Facebook page for events, meetings, and more.
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Hope House of South Central Wisconsin
"Our Mission: To prevent abuse and provide support to victims of domestic and sexual
violence. Our service area includes Sauk, Columbia, Juneau, Marquette, and Adams
Counties."
Address and Location:
Hope House of South Central Wisconsin
Resource Center
720 Ash Street, Baraboo, WI 53915
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-356-9123
● Email: None listed. Please call or check the website for more information!
● Website: https://www.hopehousescw.org/
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Important Information:
● Offers emergency shelter, food, clothing, support groups, legal assistance, resources
for counseling, and transportation.
○ Also provides services for sexual assault victims.
○ Prevention information and community domestic violence education are
available.
● They offer a 24/7 confidential helpline:
○ “People who call our helpline include those who have experienced or are
experiencing domestic abuse, dating abuse, sexual abuse or assault, child
abuse, sex trafficking, elder abuse, and/or stalking. People who are
concerned about someone else who may be experiencing these issues, such
as friends, family members, neighbors, co-workers, patients, clients, etc. are
also welcome to call.”
○
Keep in mind: if you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911.
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Other/Miscellaneous Resources
These resources do not fit into one specific category and could be used to help
individuals in Adams County after incarceration in a variety of ways.
Adams County Public Library
The Public Library can be a great place to start your search for resources upon re-entering
your community. Often, they offer a free library card which offers you access to computers
and printers, free Wi-Fi, job posting information, and many other resources that may be
helpful.
Address and Location:
569 North Cedar Street
Adams, WI 53910
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-339-4250
● Email: aclibrarywisc@gmail.com
● Website: https://www.adamscountylibrary.info/
Hours
of
Operation:
● Monday-Wednesday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
●
Thursday
1:00
pm
-
7:00
pm
●
Friday
9:00
am
-
5:00
pm
● Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Legal Action of Wisconsin – Reentry Legal Services Program
"The Reentry Legal Services Program represents incarcerated people as they approach
their release from prison. We assist in applying for disability, health care, and other public
benefits. In doing so, we seek to increase our clients’ economic stability, provide them with
access to health care, and reduce homelessness, relapses in criminal behavior, and other
negative outcomes. We receive referrals through the Wisconsin Department of Corrections
and work with clients prior to and after their release into the community. If you have
questions about this program, please contact the program manager nearest you."
Address and Location:
300
Ohio
Street
Oshkosh, WI 54902
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(855)-947-2529
●
Email:
Erica Loomis, Oshkosh Area Program Manager
– ell@legalaction.org
● Website:
○ Legal Action of WI Reentry Services Program –
https://www.legalaction.org/services/reentry-legal-services-program
○ Oshkosh Office – https://www.legalaction.org/contact-us/oshkosh-area-office
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Important Information:
● Call and walk-in or in-person intake times:
○ “All potential clients may call or walk in to the Oshkosh office any regular
business day from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.”
○ “Because we serve rural counties and the travel times may be very long, we
do encourage people to call us before traveling to the Oshkosh office.”
■ This is not a requirement, but individuals should consider calling
ahead before arriving at the office.
● Counties served: Adams, Fond du Lac, Green Lake, Marquette, Outagamie,
Ozaukee, Sheboygan, Washington, Waushara, and Winnebago.
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● “At Legal Action, we believe all people deserve access to basic human needs, like
healthcare and safe housing, but many people face significant barriers that would
be difficult to navigate without legal help. These barriers are particularly steep at
reentry.”
● “We seek to break down the false dichotomy of being labeled as only ‘victim’ or
‘offender’. This binary narrative can dehumanize and stigmatize formerly
incarcerated people and prevent them from healing and accessing the services that
they need.”
● Another potentially useful service they offer: Center for Drivers License Recovery
and Employability
○ More info can be found here: https://www.legalaction.org/services/center-
for-drivers-license-recovery-and-employability
Practical Cents Resale Store
"Practical Cents was established in 1996 and operates as a resale store that serves people
with disabilities by providing prevocational services, job placement, and supportive
employment. The store offers good, clean, affordable clothing and household items in a
convenient location."
Address and Location:
402 South Main Street
Adams, WI 53910
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(608)-339-2278
● Email: None listed. Please call or check their website for more information!
● Website: https://www.co.adams.wi.us/departments/health-human-
services/practical-cents
● Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/practicalcentsresalestore/
Hours
of
Operation:
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● Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
● Saturday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Important Information:
● They offer various items for sale:
○ Clothing for women, men, and children
○ Shoes
○ Small appliances
○ Kitchen goods
○ Sporting goods, exercise equipment
○ Furniture
○ Books
○ Music – records, cassettes, 8-tracks
○ Jewelry
○ Antiques
● Donations are accepted at the back of the building on:
○ Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
○
Fridays
9:00
am
-
12:00
pm
Childcaring – Childcare Assistance
"Childcaring is your local non-profit, resource, and referral agency dedicated to providing
quality childcare information in Adams, Clark, Langlade, Lincoln, Marathon, Marquette,
Portage, Taylor, Waushara, & Wood Counties. Childcaring helps families locate childcare to
meet their needs, serves as a resource to potential and existing regulated childcare
providers, and works cooperatively to increase the supply of quality, affordable care."
Address and Location:
850 State Highway 153, Suite F
Mosinee, WI 54455
Contact
Information:
●
Phone:
(715)-841-9490
● Email: info@childcaring.org
● Website: https://childcaring.org/
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
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● Additional office hours are available by appointment.
● Please note: Childcaring would appreciate it if individuals would please call before
arriving at the office to ensure that there is a staff member available to help.
Important Information:
● “Childcaring promotes the development of a comprehensive childcare system and
provides public information on childcare needs and trends.”
● “We partner with parents, childcare providers, business leaders, and community
organizations to make quality care available to Central Wisconsin families.”
● “Families should not have to choose between affordable care and high-quality care –
care that provides a safe, stable, developmentally appropriate environment.”
○ There are options available for individuals who may need help paying for
childcare, including Wisconsin Shares and Good Start Grants.
○ More information can be found here:
https://childcaring.org/needhelppaying/
