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- Assessment & Stabilization Centers
- TFC Agencies
Family Resources in Milwaukee County
All external hyperlinks are provided for your information and for the benefit of the general public. The Department of Children and Families and the Bureau of Milwaukee Child Welfare does not testify to, sponsor, or endorse the accuracy of the information provided on externally linked pages. A listing on this page does not indicate an endorsement of the agency or service provider.
Family Finding - BMCW works to connect children with their families of origin, both maternal and paternal.
Referral Services
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211 Impact: This online directory has up-to-date listings of community resources for Milwaukee County.
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Parent Resource Guide Lists community resources in Milwaukee. In Spanish.
Basic Needs
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Energy Assistance Energy Assistance: A live Energy Hotline has been put into place to help answer questions about eligibility, status of pending applications, and making an appointment. The number, 414-906-2800, will be staffed Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Those hours will be expanded during peak times of the Energy Assistance season.
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WIC - Women Infants and Children food assistance
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Wisconsin Works W-2 economic assistance
Day Care
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Child care online registration or phone 1-800-947-6583
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Wisconsin Early Childhood Association, WECA, (formerly 4-C's) ph. (414) 562-2676 or 1-800-498-KIDS: referrals to licensed day care providers.
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SHARE - Nonprofit food buying club has helped families save 30-50% compared to grocery store prices on affordable, nutritious foods. Everyone is welcome to purchase food through SHARE--there are no eligibility guidelines or income requirements. Mobile Market
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Kinship Care Program - Non-court ordered enrollment call Perez-Pena, 414-273-1262. Application for Milwaukee County residents only.
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Youth Resources
Parenting and Relationships
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Crisis Nursery at La Causa Ph. (414)-647-5990 A place to take children during a family crisis.
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Grandparents and Other Relative Parenting Again Support Group, Parenting Network
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Grandparents and Relatives Caregivers in Wisconsin: Web site with resources
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Healthy Relationships Vow to Succeed provides classes for singles, couples, dads. Free. Check web site for schedule.
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Resources for Fathers - BMCW Fatherhood Initiative Resources
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SmartBaby program for young expectant mothers and mothers with disabilities. Enrollment form.
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Safe Sleep for Babies Information: Each year, a number of children die in accidents related to sleeping with adults or other children.
What is a safe place for baby?
Safe Sleep Guidelines,
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The Parenting Network's Family Links Coordinator is available to listen; support parents in problem-solving; partner with them and their support system to set goals and create an action plan; and provide referrals and assistance with other resources. Phone (414) 671-0566, ask for Family Links.
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Men to Men Support Group: A diverse group of men who provide mutual, non-judgmental support, share life experiences – how they affect us and how we deal with them, model positive parenting skills, celebrate our triumphs, seek new answers... ask new questions. Meets second and fourth Wednesday at Next Door Foundation located at 2545 North 29th Street, Phone: 414.562.2929 ex 174..
Developmental Disabilities
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Birth to Three: Directory for Milwaukee County
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Bureau of Long-Term Support: Children's Services, Community Options, Developmental Disabilities
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Wisconsin Family Assistance Center for Education, Training & Support, Inc. (WI FACETS): A nonprofit organization serving Wisconsin children and adults with disabilities, their families and those who support them.
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Milwaukee Center for Independence Provides services to adults and children with disabilities. Recreational activities for youth with special needs.
Domestic Violence
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You Are Not Alone, brochure with referral phone numbers from Milwaukee Commission on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
Grief Counseling
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Burial Assistance (Milwaukee County), ph. (414) 289-6059
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My Good Mourning Place, 4005 W. Oklahoma Ave.Milwaukee, (414) 719-5385
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Children's Hospital of Wisconsin: Bereavement Services, 9000 W. Wisconsin Ave.,Wauwatosa, (414) 266-2995
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Aurora Health Care, Pregnancy/Infant Loss Support Group, (262) 434-4915
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Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare, Bereavement Community Education, (414) 447-2490
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Parents of Murdered Children, 333 N. 51st St., Milwaukee, (414) 464-5094
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Horizon Grief Resources Center, 8949 N. Deerbrook Trail, Brown Deer, (414) 586-8383
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Compassionate Friends, Meets 3rd Tuesdays at Oak Creek Community Center, 8580 S. Howell Ave.,Oak Creek
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Kyle's Korner, 7106 W. North Ave., Wauwatosa, (414) 777-1585
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MargaretAnn's Place, 912 N. Hawley Road No. 220, Milwaukee, (414) 732-2663
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Mourning Cloak, 211 N. Franklin St., Port Washington, (414) 704-7640
Health Care Services
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Public Health and Information Referral Services for Women Children and Families
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Medical Assistance Medicaid & GAMP (General Assistance Medical Program)
Housing
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FAITH (women with children) and Family Abodes (men/women/couples with children). Assistance for homeless only. 711 W. Capitol Ave., 414-374-2400. Must be referred from a shelter or agency.
Mental Health Care Services
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Mental Health Association of Wisconsin Online service provider directory
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Rogers Memorial Hospital (children & adolescents)
Incarcerated Family Members
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Resources for Families of Prisoners: A list of organizations providing support for families of the incarcerated and for inmates re-entering society.