Alcohol & Drug Abuse
Elevate (formerly Council on AODA of Washington County)
262-677-2216
Screening, referral services, prevention, and education programs.
Clothing
Our Kids' Closet
262-844-8554
Located within Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Ozaukee, N112W15415 Mequon Rd., Germantown
Hours: First Thursday (6–8pm) and Saturday (9–11am) of the month
Free, used clothing for low-income children and expectant mothers. Shopping is allowed a maximum of four times per year per family.
Counseling
Washington County Mental Health Center
262-335-4545
Counseling, clinical evaluation, and treatment for children and adults. Service provided on a sliding-fee scale.
Washington County Acute Care Services
866-906-6565
Free 24-hour mobile crisis assistance, confidential mental health assistance, and referrals.
Family Resources
Family Center of Washington County
262-338-9461
Parent education, support programs, family activities, drop-in playgroup, lending library, parenting hotline, and resource center.
FRIENDS Inc.
262-255-9488
Emergency shelter, 24-hour crisis line, legal assistance, and counseling.
Youth and Family Project
262-338-1661
24-hour family helpline (800-924-3555), parent support groups, youth and family counseling, and runaway program.
Financial Counseling
Extension Washington County — Financial Capability Education
262-335-4479
Free, confidential financial counseling assisting people in reaching financial goals through debt reduction and asset accumulation.
Food
FoodShare Wisconsin
888-446-1239
Helps people with limited money buy the food they need for good health.
Full Shelf Food Pantry
262-335-0685
231 Municipal Dr., West Bend
Hours: Weekdays 4:30–5:30pm
St. Boniface Food Pantry
262-628-2040
W204 N11940 Goldendale Rd., Germantown
Hours: First & third Monday of each month, 3–8pm
Slinger Community Food Pantry
262-644-0507
321 E. Washington St., Slinger
Hours: Mondays 10am–noon, Wednesdays 3–5pm
* Some food pantries require a referral from Washington County Human Services Department, 262-335-4677
School Meals
To apply for free or reduced-price school meals, complete an application and return it to the school. Applications are also available at the office of each school.
Healthcare
Albrecht Free Clinic
262-334-8339
908 W. Washington, West Bend
Hours: Walk-ins Tuesdays and Thursdays 6–8pm by appointment; daytime visits by appointment.
Provides free medical and dental care to uninsured and under-insured residents of Washington County.
Marquette University Dental Clinic
414-288-7273
Dental care provided by licensed faculty dentists and pre-doctoral students. (Title 19 accepted)
Prevent Blindness Wisconsin
414-765-0505
Reduced cost/free eye care and glasses.
Vision USA, The Wisconsin Project
877-435-2020
Free eye care, glasses, and lenses to low income working families.
Housing/Homelessness
Family Promise of Washington County
262-353-9304
Emergency housing and related services.
FRIENDS, Inc.
262-255-9488
Emergency housing and assistance for families experiencing domestic violence.
Red Cross Housing Support Services
855-891-7325 toll-Free
Emergency housing and assistance after a fire or natural disaster.
Washington County Housing Hotline
262-334-4912
Resources for emergency housing, transitional shelter, rent, mortgage and utility assistance, legal assistance including threat of eviction.
Youth and Family Project: Emergency Shelter/Transitional Housing Program
262-338-1661 / 800-924-3555
Emergency shelter, transitional housing, case management, information, and referral to resources for single men and women.
Mentorship
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washington County
262-334-7896
Friendship, support and guidance to children ages 6–18 through one-to-one relationships with adult volunteers who serve as friends, role models, and mentors.
Recreation
Germantown Park & Recreation
262-250-4710
Providing a variety of quality recreational programs and special events.
Germantown Youth Futures
Promoting positive youth development through growth in service.
Washington County 4-H
262-335-4477
Helping youth acquire knowledge, develop life skills, and form attitudes that will enable them to become self-directing, productive members of society.
Transportation
Mobility Management Program for Washington County
Transportation services to meet the needs of seniors, adults with disabilities, and people with low incomes.
Washington County Shared Ride Taxi
262-338-2908 or 888-285-TAXI (8294)
Transportation within Washington County. Specialized service available for individuals with disabilities. All fares distance-based.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Center of Washington County
262-338-8256
The volunteer center is an organization dedicated to helping people find opportunities to volunteer in the community.
Energy Assistance
262-335-4677
Family Intake
262-335-4888
Supportive and preventative services focused on supporting families through a stressful period, improving family functioning, and increasing their ability to handle future problems. (Assessment, Counseling, Parent Skills Training, etc.)
Financial Assistance “Call Change Center”
888-446-1239
Call or apply online (www.access.wi.gov) for Badger Care, Child Care Assistance, Energy Assistance, Food Share, General Assistance, Medical Assistance.
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