Polk County Wisconsin Economic Support Services

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Polk County Human Services Department

Economic Support Services
The Economic Support unit is responsible for administering all of the Income Maintenance and Wisconsin Works programs. These programs are designed to assist low and middle income families in becoming self-sufficient or in maintaining a more self-sufficient lifestyle.

Income Maintenance
FoodShare
Medical Assistance
Low-income home energy assistance programs WHEAP (Energy Assistance Program)
Wisconsin Shares Child Care Subsidy Program

Do you want to find out if you may be eligible for FoodShare or Medical Assistance? Or, would you like to apply online? Go to www.access.wi.gov to get started.

Wisconsin Works Wisconsin Works (W-2) & Emergency Assistance