Waushara County
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Local offices in Waushara County
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Human services · County office
Waushara County Department of Human Services
380 S. Townline Rd., Wautoma, WI 54982
Help here
- FoodShare, health coverage, and other benefitsGet help with FoodShare, Medical Assistance, child care assistance, energy assistance, and BadgerCare Plus.
- Mental health and substance use servicesAsk about county mental health and substance use services for adults and children.
- Child and family servicesGet help with child protection, foster care, and other services for children and families.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wausharacountywi.gov
Public health · County office
Waushara County Public Health Department
380 S. Townline Rd., Wautoma, WI 54982
Help here
- Immunizations and health programsAsk about immunizations, maternal and child health, harm reduction, and other public health programs.
- Environmental healthGet information about well water testing, lead, mold, and radon.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wausharacountywi.gov
Older adults · County office
Aging and Disability Resource Center of Waushara County
380 S. Townline Rd., Wautoma, WI 54982
Help here
- Aging and disability resource helpTalk with a resource specialist about services for older adults and people with disabilities.
- Benefits and legal assistanceGet help understanding public benefits for older adults and people with disabilities.
- Transportation and nutrition servicesAsk about local transportation and nutrition services for older adults and people with disabilities.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wausharacountywi.gov
Veterans · County office
Waushara County Veterans Service Office
380 S. Townline Rd., Wautoma, WI 54982
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for federal, state, and local veterans benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wausharacountywi.gov
Child support · County office
Waushara County Child Support
380 S. Townline Rd., Wautoma, WI 54982
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help establishing or enforcing child support, establishing paternity, and reviewing a support order.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wausharacountywi.gov
Emergency help · County office
Waushara County Emergency Management and Communications
380 S. Townline Rd., Wautoma, WI 54982
Help here
- Disaster preparedness and recovery informationGet information about preparing for emergencies and requesting disaster assistance.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wausharacountywi.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Waushara County Circuit Court and Clerk of Courts
380 S. Townline Rd., Wautoma, WI 54982
Help here
- Court self-help resourcesFind court forms and information about handling some court matters without a lawyer.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wicourts.gov
Library · Regional office
Winnefox Library System
106 Washington Avenue, Oshkosh, WI 54901
Help here
- Library system servicesGet help accessing shared library materials and services through member libraries in Waushara County.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on winnefox.org
Community action · Nonprofit
CAP Services Waushara County CAPSell Center
205 East Main Street, Suite 12, Wautoma, WI 54982
Help here
- Community action servicesContact CAP Services to ask about community assistance programs available in Waushara County.
- Rental housingAsk about rental housing through CAP Services.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on capservices.org
Public health · Nonprofit
Noble Community Clinics WIC
400 S. Townline Road, Wautoma, WI 54982
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and young children can get nutrition support, healthy food benefits, and breastfeeding help.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.wisconsin.gov
State office · State office
Wisconsin DHS Eligibility Management Office for Waushara County
213 W. Park St., Wautoma, WI 54982
Help here
- Apply for or manage benefitsGet in-person help applying for, renewing, or changing FoodShare, Medicaid, and other benefits.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.wisconsin.gov
State office · State office
Wisconsin DMV Berlin Service Center
W832 State Road 91, Berlin, WI 54923
Help here
- Driver licensing and identificationApply for or renew a driver license or state identification card at the service center.
- Vehicle servicesHandle eligible vehicle title, plate, and registration services at the service center.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on trust.dot.state.wi.us
Local office · Regional office
2-1-1 Wisconsin
Help here
- Community information and referralsCall 211 to find local help with basic needs and other services.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211wisconsin.org
Waushara County Government website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in Waushara County
Wisconsin programs by kind of help
These are run by Wisconsin and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- 2-1-1 Wisconsin
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988