Forest County

Local offices in Forest County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Child support · County office

  Forest County Child Support Agency

  Courthouse, 200 E Madison St, Crandon, WI 54520

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help establishing parentage and support orders, changing orders, or enforcing payments.Apply online
  Call 715-478-2157DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on forestcsa.org

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Energy Services, Inc., Forest County Service Center

  300B S Lake Ave, Crandon, WI 54520

  Help here

  • Energy assistanceGet help applying for assistance with heating, electric bills, or an energy crisis.Apply online
  Call 715-245-2400DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on esiwi.com

• Public health · County office

  Forest County Health Department

  200 E Madison St, Courthouse, Crandon, WI 54520

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the department for local public health services and health information.Read more
  • WICWIC offers food benefits, nutrition education, and health referrals for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five.Read more
  Call 715-478-3371DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on forestcountypublichealth.org

• Human services · County office

  Forest County Human Services Department

  200 E Madison St, Crandon, WI 54520

  Help here

  • Family and social servicesGet help with child protection, adult protection, and other family services.
  • Benefits application helpGet help applying for FoodShare, Medicaid, BadgerCare Plus, and child care benefits.Apply online
  Call 715-478-3351DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.forest.wi.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Forest County Department on Aging

  300A S Lake Avenue, Crandon, WI 54520

  Help here

  • Older adult servicesGet information about benefit help, meals, caregiver support, and transportation for older adults.
  Call 715-478-3256DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.forest.wi.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  ADRC of the Northwoods, Forest County Office

  300A S Lake Ave, Crandon, WI 54520

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource helpGet information and help finding services for older adults and people with disabilities.
  Call 715-478-2015DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on adrcofthenorthwoods.org

• Veterans · County office

  Forest County Veterans Service Office

  200 E Madison St, Crandon, WI 54520

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for state and federal veterans benefits.
  Call 715-478-3722DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.forest.wi.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Forest County Emergency Management

  200 E Madison St, Crandon, WI 54520

  Help here

  • Emergency planning and preparednessGet local information about emergency preparedness, response, and recovery.
  Call 715-478-3430DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.forest.wi.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Wisconsin Collaborative

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 any time to find local help and community services.
  Call 608-246-8272Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211wisconsin.communityos.org

Forest County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Forest County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Forest County

• Crandon

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.
• 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.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

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