Washington County

Local offices in Washington County

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

• Human services · County office

  Washington County Health & Human Services

  333 E. Washington Street, West Bend, WI 53095

  Help here

  • Economic supportGet help with benefits and services for people facing economic hardship.
  • Children and family servicesGet help with child and family services, including reporting child abuse or neglect.
  Call 262-335-4600DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washcowisco.gov

• Public health · Regional office

  Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department WIC

  333 E. Washington Street, Suite 1100, West Bend, WI 53095

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition programApply for food and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants, and children.
  Call 262-335-4466DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.wisconsin.gov

• Child support · County office

  Washington County Child Support Agency

  484 Rolfs Avenue, West Bend, WI 53090

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help establishing paternity and setting up or enforcing child support orders.Apply online
  Call 262-335-4377DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washcowisco.gov

• Public health · Regional office

  Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department

  333 E. Washington Street, Suite 1100, West Bend, WI 53095

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet public health information and services for Washington County residents.
  Call 262-335-4462DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washozwi.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Washington County Behavioral Health

  333 E. Washington Street, West Bend, WI 53095

  Help here

  • Crisis interventionCall for crisis intervention and behavioral health support.
  Call 262-365-6565DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washcowisco.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Washington County Clerk of Circuit Court

  Help here

  • Family law assistanceFind information about family court services and the Family Law Assistance Program.
  Call 262-335-4341Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washcowisco.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Aging & Disability Resource Center of Washington County

  333 E. Washington Street, Suite 1000, West Bend, WI 53095

  Help here

  • Aging and disability informationGet information about aging, disability, long-term care, benefits, food, housing, and transportation.
  Call 262-335-4497DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washcowisco.gov

• Veterans · County office

  Washington County Veterans Services

  333 E. Washington Street, West Bend, WI 53095

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help understanding and applying for state and federal veterans benefits.
  Call 262-335-4457DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washcowisco.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Washington County Emergency Management

  500 Rolfs Avenue, West Bend, WI 53090

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness informationGet information about local emergency planning and public safety notices.
  Call 262-335-4399DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washcowisco.gov

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  Washington County Workforce Development Center

  2200 Green Tree Road, West Bend, WI 53090

  Help here

  • Job seeker servicesGet help finding work, training, and other job seeker services by appointment.
  Call 262-695-7800DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wfdc.org

• State office · State office

  Wisconsin DMV West Bend Service Center

  1516 W. Paradise Drive, West Bend, WI 53095

  Help here

  • Driver license and identification servicesApply for or renew a driver license or state identification card in person.
  • Vehicle servicesGet help with vehicle titles, license plates, and registration renewals.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on trust.dot.state.wi.us

• Library · Regional office

  Monarch Library System

  Help here

  • Library system servicesUse the shared catalog and library services available through member libraries in Washington County.Read more
  Call 920-208-4900Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on monarchlibraries.org

Washington County, Wisconsin website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Washington County

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

Cities and towns in Washington County

• Germantown
• Hartford
• Jackson
• Kewaskum
• Newburg
• Richfield
• Slinger
• West Bend

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