Balance of State-NWISH Local Homeless CoalitionThe NWISH Local Homeless Coalition region is comprised these counties: Forest, Langlade, Oneida, and Vilas. Residents in these counties can use the contact information below to initiate access to housing providers and resources to end, shorten or prevent homelessness.
If you are engaging with someone experiencing homelessness and looking for assistance, please contact Linda Norton at [email protected] or at (800) 242-7334
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Local Homeless Coalition Resources
Lead Contacts
Local Homeless Coalition Lead
Debbie Bushman Board Member Vacant Delegate Debbie Bushman Point in Time Lead Linda Norton EHH Lead Debbie Bushman Designated Lead for Coordinated Entry Linda Norton [email protected] If you are experiencing homelessness, please contact the Designated Coordinated Entry Lead listed above. |
Shelters
24 Hour
Avail Inc.-Domestic Violence 715-623-5177 Frederick Place 715-369-9777 New Hope 715-478-3669 Sunshine for Humanity, Inc. 715-477-2220 Tri-County DVSSA 715-362-6841 After Hours Plan If seeking services after business hours, please see the homeless coalitions After Hours Plan below: NWISH After Hours Plan Updated 06.2024 |
Programs
Vouchers
AVAIL, Inc. - Salvation Army 715-623-5177 Forward Service Corporation 715-365-7842 Langlade Police Department Salv. Army 715-627-6411 Frederick Place Motel Voucher 715-369-9777 The Salvation Army - Rhinelander 715-360-5826 The Salvation Army - Minocqua 715-554-7044 The Salvation Army - Forest County 715-478-3871 Salvation Army Motel Voucher- VETS ONLY 715-401-4821 The Salvation Army - Vilas County 715-617-2179 |
Local Homeless Coalition meeting information
The NWISH Local Homeless Coalition meets monthly on the 1st Wednesday of each month. The meeting is held at the Northern Advantage Job Center, from 10:30 am to 12 noon. Please email Debbie Bushman
Coordinated Entry ProcessThe Coordinated Entry process was created to streamline access to the housing solution that fits your situation. In order to determine the best solution for you, we will provide you with screening and assessment to help you find housing. Based on the assessment, you will be referred to a prioritization list for various program types and provided additional information upon request.
Individuals and Familes in needIf you are experiencing a housing crisis or homelessness, please provide your name, email address or a telephone number and brief description of the situation. A provider will contact you to discuss the options in your community within 48 hours.
Partner Agency StaffIf you are working with someone that is in need of housing and/or services, please complete the information on the right.
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