Hancock

Local offices in Hancock

We have not checked Hancock on its own yet. Here is what we have for the area around it.

Nonprofits that serve Hancock

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

Offices for all of Waushara County

Hancock is in Waushara County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• 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.
  Call 920-787-6550DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wausharacountywi.gov

• 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.
  Call 920-787-5514DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.wisconsin.gov

• 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
  Call 888-256-4563DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.wisconsin.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.
  Call 920-787-6590DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked 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.
  Call 920-787-0441DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wicourts.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.
  Call 920-787-0403DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wausharacountywi.gov

Everything 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.
• 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