Waunakee Neighborhood Connection

Waunakee Neighborhood Connection (WNC) knows our clients have needs beyond the services we provide. To aid in the search for help, we are providing the following additional resource information that we commonly refer our clients to. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list.   Download the one page resource directory here. 

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COMMUNITY ACTION COALITION

Provides services to eligible Dane county residents with such things as eviction -prevention as well as financial education to help with stabilizing client’s financial situation. They also have a clothing and food distribution center.
Phone: (608) 246-4730 
Email: cac@cacscw.org
Located: 1717 N Stoughton Rd, Madison
Website: http://www.cacscw.org/

DANE COUNTY TIME BANK

Offers many ways for people of all skill levels and talents to help each other for free. You work hours helping others, and receive credits to have others help you in a variety of ways from home improvements, rides and even store credits. You must apply to become a member.
Phone: (608)663-0400
Website: www.danecountytimebank.org

DANE COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE

Provides information and notification of programs such as free health screenings, tests, dental work, and nutritional programs.  View their department brochure:  English    Español
Phone: (608)242-6343
Email: LMeyer@PublicHealthMDC.com
Website:  www.publichealthmdc.com

ENERGY SERVICES

Provides funding for those who qualify for assistance with things like utilities and appliances. Call the number listed above to schedule appointment to determine if you qualify.
Phone: (608) 267-8601

JOINING FORCES FOR FAMILIES

Connects Dane County residents with available resources for child care, housing, employment, financial (i.e. rent assistance, gas cards, etc.) and other assistance.
Contact: Bob Blankenhagen
Phone: (608)849-2016
Email: Blakenhagen@co.dane.wi.us

PORCHLIGHT, INC

Porchlight provides emergency services such as shelter, food, foreclosure/eviction aid, employment and financial assistance.
Phone: (608)257-2534
Email: Porchlight@Porchlightinc.org
Website: http://www.porchlightinc.org/

SHARE OF WISCONSIN – WAUNAKEE CHAPTER

SHARE is a nonprofit food buying club that helps you save 30-50% on groceries.  There is no membership fees and no eligibility requirements.  Food is picked up once a month at the Waunakee Village Center.  You can order through the local contact or online.
Contact: Mary Unger
Phone: (608)849-9192
Located at:  333 S. Madison St., Waunakee
Website: http://www.sharewi.org/

UNITED WAY 2-1-1 CONTACT PROGRAM

Call center available 24/7 to connect callers to available resources for help in southern Wisconsin.
Phone: Dial 2-1-1 or (608) 246-HELP

WALGREEN’S TAKE CARE CLINICS

Two Madison Clinics provide significantly reduced health care, for insured or uninsured individuals and families.
Phone: 1-866-825-3227
Website: http://www.takecarehealth.com

WAUNAKEE FOOD PANTRY

Food Pantry for residents in the Waunakee School District. Open monthly on the 2nd Saturday 9-11a, and the 4th Tuesday 4:30-6:30p.
Contact: Natalie Dresen
Phone: (608)849-9742
Email: CNDresen@Charter.net
Located at:  5757 Emerald Grove Ln., Waunakee

WAUNAKEE MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS (MOPS)

Support group for mothers of children ages birth through Kindergarten. Meets in the St. John’s school cafeteria the 2nd Tuesday of the month.
Phone: (608)849-5121
Email: stjbmops@gmail.com
Website: www.freewebs.com/stjbmops

WAUNAKEE POLICE DEPARTMENT

The Waunakee Police Department’s website and newsletter provides information about community services, safety, and current issues affecting our community. Please dial 9-1-1 for emergencies.
Phone: (608)849-4523
Located at: 205 N. Klein Dr., Waunakee

WAUNAKEE SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKERS

School social workers work collaboratively with school staff members and outside professionals to provide for adaptive, social-emotional, behavioral, personal, family and community needs of students.
Intermidate & Heritage Elementary  Phone: (608)849-2190
Email: mharley@waunakee.k12.wi.us
Prairie & Arboretum Elementary Phone: (608) 849-2204
Middle School Phone: (608) 849-2071
High School Phone: (608) 849-2440
Email: kmeyer@waunakee.k12.wi.us
Website: www.waunakee.k12.wi.us

WAUNAKEE SENIOR CENTER

The Waunakee Senior Center provides programs and services that assist seniors to remain independent in their own homes and communities. They also provide educational and support services, intergenerational, recreational, cultural and volunteer opportunities.
Phone: (608) 849-8385
Located at:  333 S. Madison St., Waunakee
Website: www.vil.waunakee.wi.us

WISCONSIN WELL WOMEN PROGRAM (WWWP)

Provides free health screenings and tests for women with little or no insurance. You must be a woman ages 45-64 to qualify.  Also provides help with expenses for those with breast or uterine cancer.
Contact: Kari Sievert
Phone: (608)242-6392
Website: http://dhs.wisconsin.gov/womenshealth/WWWP