Balance of State-West Central Local Homeless Coalition
The West Central Local Homeless Coalition region is comprised these counties: Barron, Chippewa, Dunn, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, St. Croix. 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 Laura Buerger at [email protected] or at (715) 781-0097
Local Coalition Resources
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Lead Contacts
Board Member
Angela Maloney EHH Lead
Designated Coordinated Entry Lead
Laura Buerger [email protected] 715-280-3247 If you are experiencing homelessness, please contact the Designated Coordinated Entry Lead listed above. |
Shelters
24 Hour
Benjamin's House Emergency Shelter 715-736-2437 Grace Place 715-246-1222 Northwood Homeless Shelter 715-268-5730 Stepping Stones of Dunn County 715-235-2920 Domestic Violence
Community Referral Agency Emergency Shelter (800) 261-7233 or (715) 825-4414 or Text Line (715) 553-3359 Bridge to Hope DV 24 Hour Hotline: 800-924-9918 Non-emergency: 715-235-9074 Overnight
The Family House 715-651-8740 After Hours Plan If seeking services after business hours, please see the homeless coalitions After Hours Plan below: |
Programs
HUD-VASH/PH
Minneapolis VA & Pierce/St. Croix County Housing Authority 612-313-3240 Permanent Supportive Housing
West Cap 715-598-4750 Salvation Army St. Croix County 715-280-3247 Minneapolis VA & Chippewa County Housing Authority Minneapolis VA: 612-313-3240 WI Department of Veterans Affairs 715-726-2541 Transitional Housing
Northwoods Homeless Shelters 715-268-5730 Our Neighbor's Place 715-426-9000 Veteran's Assistance Foundation 608-372-8387 |
Local Homeless Coalition meeting information
Meetings are usually held on the 3rd Tuesday of every other month.
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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