Brown County HHS - Community Services

12/22/2022

Happy Holidays! 🎅🎄☃️🎉

Happy Holidays everyone!

12/16/2022

Have you moved in the last few years? If you’re part of a state program like Plus or , make sure we have your current mailing address, so we can get you important information about your benefits.
▶Update your address:
⏺ Through the app
⏺ Online at access.wi.gov
⏺ With your local agency: dhs.wisconsin.gov/forwardhealth/imagency/index.htm

12/15/2022

Happy Holidays everyone!

12/14/2022

Packers players celebrate holiday season by shopping with kids at Meijer

Packers players celebrate holiday season by shopping with kids at Meijer

12/12/2022

12/09/2022

GB trucking company hosts bike drive for children in need

GB trucking company hosts bike drive for children in need

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Contract Transport Services donated more than 35 bikes to gift to children in need this holiday season. The trucking company partners with Pals for Brown County and F…

12/08/2022

Reminder: If you’ve been enrolled in Plus or at any time since March 2020, you still have benefits!
➡ Visit access.wi.gov or get the app and allow push notifications so you don’t miss a thing.

12/08/2022

Thank you for your generosity! These kids will be so excited to receive a bicycle under their tree!

Today we were able to pickup a donation of new bikes from Contract Transport Services that will go to children we serve for Christmas! We cannot thank the staff at CTS enough for their continued generosity.

12/05/2022

Thank you for making this holiday season special for kids in our Pals Program!!!

Last night the Pals Program enjoyed their annual holiday party at the Green Bay Botanical Garden! The kids were able to enjoy a delicious meal from Renard's Catering and of course Santa stopped by! The event would not be possible without our incredible sponsors: Nicolet Bank, Cellcom, Kiwanis Club of De Pere, WI and Optimist International (Thursday Morning Optimists)! Thank you for helping us make memories for the children we serve!

12/02/2022

? If you’ve been enrolled in Plus or at any time since March 2020, you still have benefits!
Visit access.wi.gov or the app to keep up with your benefits. Make sure to allow push notifications to get important updates anywhere, anytime.

12/02/2022

The holiday season can be hard. Reach out...

If you or someone you know is struggling or needs support now, call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org – you are not alone.

11/17/2022

Headed to the store?
➡ Check your QUEST card balance anytime, anywhere on the app.
➡ Search for “MyACCESS Wisconsin” in your app store to get the free download.
✔ MyACCESS makes keeping up with your benefits easier than ever.

11/16/2022

Holidays can be difficult for many. Help is available.

It's okay not to be okay. Help is always available if you or someone you love is having a hard time, or for those struggling with or substance use.

🧡 Help yourself & share to help others: https://samhsa.gov/find-help

11/15/2022

Thanks, CASA of Brown County for recognizing the work our Social Workers play ensuring kids are safe and protected!

Brown County HHS - Community Services' Child Welfare professionals work alongside families to ensure our most vulnerable children are safe and protected.❤️

Thank you for the critical, life-changing work you do for all children and especially our CASA kids.

11/03/2022

Photos from Brown County Volunteer Services's post

11/02/2022

Happy Tip Tuesday!
MyACCESS makes dealing with documents a breeze. You can see what proof is needed, take pictures, and upload copies. Best of all, it works for the , , and programs.
✔ Search for “MyACCESS Wisconsin” in the app store to get the free download.
✔ Then, set up push notifications so you can get important updates anywhere, anytime.
➡ Learn more: dhs.wisconsin.gov/forwardhealth/myaccess.htm

10/26/2022

Thank you Green Bay Packers and other sponsors for creating an evening of amazing memories for children in Brown County!!

10/26/2022

Happy Tip Tuesday!
MyACCESS makes it easy to update your mailing address and other contact information. Never miss an important letter about your benefits again.
✔ Search for “MyACCESS Wisconsin” in the app store to get the free download.
✔ Then, set up push notifications so you can get important updates anywhere, anytime.
➡ Learn more: dhs.wisconsin.gov/forwardhealth/myaccess.htm

10/25/2022

Congratulations to Brown County Health & Human Services' Social Worker Supervisor, Marc Seidl! Marc is the recipient of the National Association of Social Workers' Social Worker of the year! We are so grateful Marc has worked for HHS for over 9 years making a difference in the lives of families and children! Way to go!

Congratulations to UWGB Social Work Alum Marc Seidl! Recipient of the NASW Social Worker of the year. Here he is with some of his team who shared the reasons he is so worthy of the award.

10/19/2022

Happy Tip Tuesday!
MyACCESS makes it easier than ever to know when to take important action with your account. Set up push notifications to get reminders and stay on top of your benefits.
✔ Search for “MyACCESS Wisconsin” in the app store to get the free download. . Don’t miss action items again..
➡ Learn more: dhs.wisconsin.gov/forwardhealth/myaccess.htm

10/17/2022

988 Fact: What you say about yourself is your choice when you call, text, or chat 988. The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline has safeguards in place to address concerns about privacy.

10/12/2022

We have an URGENT need for an Emergency Foster Home. Won't you please consider opening your home to kids in need?

Brown County Health and Human Services Department has an urgent need for an emergency foster home for abused and neglected children during their greatest time of need. Please share.

10/12/2022

🎃 October is National Youth Substance Use . Help is available if you or someone you know is struggling with substance use and is seeking support.

🧡 Help yourself & share to help others: https://samhsa.gov/find-help

10/12/2022

Happy Tip Tuesday!
? You can use MyACCESS to view your household’s HMO enrollment anywhere, anytime.
✔ Search for “MyACCESS Wisconsin” in the app store to get the free download.
✔ Then, set up push notifications so you can get important updates anywhere, anytime.
➡ Learn more: dhs.wisconsin.gov/forwardhealth/myaccess.htm

10/07/2022

Monday 10/10 is 🌎 World Mental Health Day, take time to talk with your kids about the negative impacts alcohol and other drugs can have on their mental health. Having short, frequent conversations early on is the first step to preventing underage drinking and other substance use. Even the park 🌳 can be the perfect place to start the conversation.

Visit for tips on how to get the conversation started 💬 https://fal.cn/3sycp

10/05/2022

Happy Tip Tuesday!
Can’t find your or card? You can use a digital version of these benefits cards when you have MyACCESS on your phone.
✔ Search for “MyACCESS Wisconsin” in the app store to get the free download.
✔ Then, set up push notifications to see your benefit information anywhere, anytime.
➡ Learn more: dhs.wisconsin.gov/forwardhealth/myaccess.htm

09/30/2022

may be coming to an end, but recovery happens every day! You got this, and we’re here to support you every step of the way! Learn more: https://samhsa.gov/find-help/recovery

09/28/2022

Do you have an interest in caring for children involved in the Brown County Child Protection system? Brown County is recruiting for emergency foster homes for children. Please consider opening your home to a child in need. Placements are short term, up to 60 days at a time.

For more information: https://tinyurl.com/emergencyfosterhome
You can also call or email Ronette Cox [email protected] (920) 448-6038

Not sure if becoming an emergency home is right for you? Contact [email protected] to learn more about becoming a general (non-emergency) foster home instead!

09/28/2022

Happy Tip Tuesday!
Are you a member? Before you go to the grocery store, use MyACCESS to check your balance and see upcoming deposits.
✔ Search for “MyACCESS Wisconsin” in the app store to get the free download.
✔ Then, set up push notifications so you can get important updates anywhere, anytime.
➡ Learn more: dhs.wisconsin.gov/forwardhealth/myaccess.htm

09/27/2022

Our co-workers in Public Health are hosting a Vaccination Clinic for children!

09/27/2022

EVERYONE can play a role in su***de prevention. Some warning signs may help you determine if a loved one is at risk for su***de.
💙 Know the su***de warning signs and offer support
💚 Seek help by calling or texting 988 or by chatting https://988Lifeline.org for help

09/25/2022

Thank you Brown County Foster parents!

09/23/2022

Thank you Brown County Kinship Providers! You are making a difference in the lives of so many children!

September is Kinship Care Month! We recognize relatives, members of tribes and clans, and non-related extended family members who provide round the clock care and nurturance for their younger family members. Keeping children with relatives can help them maintain connections to family, community, and culture.

Whether informally arranged among family members or formally supported by the child welfare system, it is essential to affirm and support the considerable contributions of kinship caregivers.

Thank you for all you do for your family and community!

09/23/2022

Photos from Sober Green Bay 's post

09/21/2022

? is the mobile app that makes keeping up with your benefits easier than ever. You can see your benefits, find out your renewal is due, and find a digital version of your or card that you can use.
✔ Search for “MyACCESS Wisconsin” in the app store to get the free download.
✔ Then, set up push notifications so you can get important updates anywhere, anytime.
➡ Learn more: dhs.wisconsin.gov/forwardhealth/myaccess.htm

09/12/2022

A great community turnout for our first and listening session!

09/12/2022

Thank you County Executive for recognizing our Child Welfare employees!

Today, we recognized the hard work and dedication that Brown County HHS - Community Services' Child Welfare employees display each and every day. I declared this week Worker Appreciation Week in Brown County to thank them for the work they do and remind everyone that Child Welfare is a vital component of ensuring our most vulnerable are protected.

09/10/2022

Community Listening Session on fentanyl, overdose & substance use

Community Listening Session on fentanyl, overdose & substance use

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/406831783817

08/19/2022

Photos from Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach's post

08/19/2022

Looking for an adult to be matched with a 12-yr-old girl in our Pals program. Could it be YOU?

Be the inspiration. Become a mentor!
https://www.browncountywi.gov/.../volunteer.../pals-program/