Economic Support
Our mission - is to administer public assistance programs, provide services and resources for individuals and families in order to obtain self sufficiency and ensure their well being.
Services and Programs:
Child Care - A child care subsidy is provided to employed parents who meet program and income eligibility. Parents must use a regulated provider and receive an authorization for reimbursement. Child care initial certification, review and changes are administered through Work Force Connections located at the Job Center, 36084 Walnut Street; Independence, WI 54747 (715) 985-2118. The Economic Support Unit at Social Services processes on-going child care authorizations.
Child Care Certification - Child care certification establishes standards for child care providers to promote the health, safety and welfare of the children in their care. Regulation of a child care provider assures that the home, legal background, health and physical site are within specific guidelines. If you are interested in becoming a certified child care provider, please contact us a (715) 538-2311, ext. 290 or 1-877-538-2311, ext 290.
FoodShare (FS) - The FoodShare Program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to assist low-income individuals and families obtain a more nutritious diet. FoodShare replaced the Food Stamp Program in Wisconsin on October 15, 2004.
Medical Assistance - The Medical Assistance Program provides health care benefits to individuals and families who meet financial, health, or age requirements. There are several different types of Medical Assistance programs available with varying eligibility requirements. For more information on eligibility, please call the Economic Support Intake Worker at (715) 538-2311 Ext. 290 or 1-877-538-2311 Ext. 290.
Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) - WHEAP assists eligible households with their heating expenses.
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, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TTY).
USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Websites of Interest
FoodShare http://dhfs.wisconsin.gov/foodshare/index.htm
Medical Assistance http://www.dhfs.state.wi.us/medicaid/index.htm
Child Care http://www.dwd.state.wi.us/dws/programs/childcare/default.htm
Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance http://homeenergyplus.wi.gov/