Where families can get help in Shawano County: shelter, meals, WIC, and community health
When someone you love is incarcerated, keeping everyday life stable takes work. These Shawano County contacts for shelter, meals, nutrition support, and health care can help.
Need emergency shelter or housing help in Shawano County? Call SAM25 Homeless Shelter and Resource Center at 715-851-7252. Even if you're unsure what you qualify for, they're a solid first call - they can walk you through shelter options and point you toward other resources.
Tip: When you call, say you’re in Shawano County and briefly describe what you need right now (a safe place to stay tonight, help finding shelter, or help making a plan for the next few days).
Shawano County Meals on Wheels serves homebound adults age 60 and over. If you're trying to make sure an older family member has regular meals at home, call 715-526-4686 to ask about eligibility and how to get started.
WIC (Women, Infant & Children Nutrition Program) provides nutrition support for pregnant or postpartum parents and families with young children. Call 715-526-2822 to ask about enrollment and what documents you'll need.
Tip: When you call Meals on Wheels or WIC, start with “I’m in Shawano County,” then share who’s in your household (for example: a homebound senior, a pregnant parent, an infant, or a child) and ask about eligibility plus delivery or pickup options.
Need help finding a doctor or getting connected to clinic services? Call Newcap Community Health Services at 800-242-7334. It's a practical starting point when you're juggling a lot and need to line up care.
Tip: Tell them you’re calling from Shawano County, and say whether you’re trying to handle something urgent or set up routine care so you can be directed to the right next step.
How to Use
- ✓ Say you’re in Shawano County.
- ✓ Name the immediate need (shelter, meals, WIC/nutrition support for women/infants/children, or clinic/health care).
- ✓ Ask what the next step is and what hours or timing you should plan around.
- ✓ Confirm eligibility questions, and ask what documentation (if any) you should bring or have ready.
- ✓ Repeat back key details before you hang up (who to call next, where to go, and what to do first).
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