Welcome to Economic Support
The Economic Support Unit has the responsibility to determine eligibility and case manage financial assistance programs. Staff meets with clients on an individual basis to determine their eligibility for program request. All applications are confidential and clients are able to discuss their personal financial situation as necessary. Referrals are done by the unit to appropriate resources.
Programs
Food Share
Food Share may be able to help you improve your nutrition and health. The easiest and fastest way to apply for FoodShare and set a filing date is to apply online at http://www.access.wisconsin.gov Applications are also available by mail or by stopping by our agency in person. This program requires an interview either by phone or in-person. You will be contacted for an appointment once we have your application. If eligible for benefits, they are deposited in an Electronic Benefit account for your access.
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution
is prohibited from discriminating
on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, political beliefs, or disability.
To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Healthcare Programs
Healthcare programs such as Medicaid and BadgerCare Plus are available to individuals and families who may otherwise not have access to affordable medical care. The easiest and fastest way to apply for Medicaid or BadgerCare Plus and set a filing date is to apply online at http://www.access.wisconsin.gov. . Applications are also available by mail or by stopping by our agency in person.
Child Care Assistance
Child Care assistance is intended for individuals who are working and have children in certified or licensed day care. The easiest and fastest way to apply for Childcare and set a filing date is to apply online at http://www.access.wisconsin.gov. Application can also be made by stopping by our agency in person. This program requires an interview either by phone or in-person. You will be contacted for an appointment once we have your application.
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The goal of this program is to provide necessary and appropriate services to prepare you for employment. The program is an employment driven one and applications are available by contacting the agency during business hours at which time a required face-to-face appointment will be scheduled.
Low Income Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)
The Energy Assistance program is operated from October 1st through May 15th of each year. You may obtain an appointment by contacting the agency
during business hours. If needed, an appointment date and time will be scheduled. The unit also administers crisis and proactive funds during the
entire year and that information is available by contacting our agency during regular business hours. If you are a homeowner and your furnace needs
replacement or repair you may also be eligible for assistance with this program.
Office Hours
The Energy Assistance program is operated from October 1st through May 15th of each year. You may obtain an appointment by contacting the agency during business hours. If needed, an appointment date and time will be scheduled. The unit also administers crisis and proactive funds during the entire year and that information is available by contacting our agency during regular business hours. If you are a homeowner and your furnace needs replacement or repair you may also be eligible for assistance with this program.
Office hours are 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
New applicants are welcome to apply any time and if preferred may see our Pre- Screener as needed.
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Meet the Unit
| Name and Title | Name and Title | ||
| Stephanie Ronnfeldt, ES Manager | Becky Dalberg, ES Specialist | ||
| Darin Steinmetz, ES Specialist | Barb Ottesen, ES Specialist | ||
| Briana Turk, ES Specialist | Cathie Ryan, Pre-Screener | ||