Community Resources

Alcohol & Drug Abuse

Elevate
262-677-2216
Screening, referral services, prevention, and education programs.

Clothing

Our Kids' Closet
262-844-8554

Located within Ascension Clinic-Germantown, N112W15415 Mequon Rd., Germantown
Free, used clothing for low-income children and expectant mothers. Shopping is allowed a maximum of four times per year per family.

Shopper Sign-Up

Counseling

Craig Yabuki Mental Health Walk-In Clinic 
414-337-3400
Same-day care for children and teens (ages 5-18) experiencing urgent mental health struggles.  

Washington County Mental Health Center
262-335-4545

Counseling, clinical evaluation, and treatment for children and adults with state or no insurance coverage.

Washington County Acute Care Services
866-906-6565 Toll-Free, 262-365-6565

Free 24-hour mobile crisis assistance, confidential mental health assistance, and referrals.

Family Resources

4C For Children and Family Center of Washington County
262-338-9461
Parent education, support programs, family activities, drop-in playgroup, lending library, parenting hotline, and resource center.

FRIENDS Inc.
262-334-7298
Emergency shelter, 24-hour crisis line, legal assistance, and counseling.

Wisconsin Wayfinder: Children's Resource Network
877-947-2929
Speak with a children's resource guide to identify supports and services for children with special health care needs, disabilities, and mental or behavioral health conditions. 

Youth and Family Project
262-338-1661

Youth crisis counseling, LGBTQ+ youth and caregiver support groups, and holiday support for the community.

Financial Counseling & Assistance

Washington County Human Services Department
262-335-4600
Offers responsive and effective community programs to individuals and families challenged by disability, economic hardship, and safety concerns.

Energy Assistance 
262-335-4677

Moraine Lakes Consortium - 333 E. Washington St, Site 3100, West Bend
888-446-1239

Call or apply online (
www.access.wi.gov) for Badger Care, Child Care Assistance, Energy Assistance, Food Share, General Assistance, Medical Assistance.

Food

Falls Area Food Pantry
262-251-6848

N85 W15382 Menomonee River Parkway, Menomonee Falls

FoodShare Wisconsin
888-446-1239

Helps people with limited money buy the food they need for good health. 

Full Shelf Food Pantry
262-335-0685

231 Municipal Dr., West Bend

St. Boniface Food Pantry
262-628-2040

W204 N11940 Goldendale Rd., Germantown

Slinger Community Food Pantry
262-644-0507

321 E. Washington St., Slinger 

* Some food pantries require a referral from Washington County Human Services Department, 262-335-4610

School Meals
To apply for free or reduced-price school meals, 
complete an application and return it to the school. Applications are also available at the office of each school.

Healthcare

Lakeshore Community Health Care 
262-353-9143

908 W. Washington, West Bend
Provides free medical and dental care to uninsured and under-insured residents of Washington County.

BadgerCare Plus
888-446-1239
Children under 19 years old—at all income levels—can enroll if they don't have access to health insurance.

Marquette University Dental Clinic
414-288-6790

Dental care provided by licensed faculty dentists and pre-doctoral students. (Title 19 accepted)

Prevent Blindness Wisconsin
414-765-0505

Reduced cost/free eye care and glasses.

Vision USA, The Wisconsin Project
877-435-2020

Eye care for uninsured families.

Housing/Homelessness

Family Promise of Washington County
262-334-4912

Resources for emergency housing, transitional shelter, rent, mortgage, and utility assistance, and legal assistance including threat of eviction.

FRIENDS, Inc.
262-334-7298

Emergency housing and assistance for families experiencing domestic violence.

Red Cross Housing Support Services
800-236-8680 Toll-Free

Emergency housing and assistance after a fire or natural disaster.

Youth and Family Project: Homeless Youth Systems Navigation
262-683-8908

Emergency shelter, transitional housing, case management, information and referral to resources for young adults 18-24.

Mentorship

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washington County
262-334-7896

Friendship, support, and guidance to children ages 6–18 through one-to-one relationships with adult volunteers who serve as friends, role models, and mentors.

Recreation

Germantown Park & Recreation 
262-250-4710

Providing a variety of quality recreational programs and special events.

Germantown Youth Futures
Promoting positive youth development through growth in service.

Washington County 4-H
262-335-4477
Helping youth acquire knowledge, develop life skills, and form attitudes that will enable them to become self-directing, productive members of society.

Transportation

Mobility Management Program for Washington County
Transportation services to meet the needs of seniors, adults with disabilities, and people with low incomes.

Washington County Shared Ride Taxi
262-338-2908 or 888-285-TAXI (8294)
Transportation within Washington County. Specialized service available for individuals with disabilities. All fares distance-based.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Center of Washington County
262-338-8256

The volunteer center is an organization dedicated to helping people find opportunities to volunteer in the community.

RESOURCE REFERRAL

Impact 2-1-1
Call 2-1-1 or 866-211-3380 to access family, health, and social service resources.

Washington County and area municipalities offer many services for students and families. Here are some resources:

Information for Families Experiencing Homelessness
Homeless children may qualify for certain rights and protections under the federal McKinney-Vento Act

Washington County Human Services Department
Includes a toll-free crisis line and services for Behavioral Health, Children and Families, and Economic Support