Housing Assistance
Wisconsin offers a variety of housing support programs and resources tailored to assist pregnant women, mothers, and families in need. These initiatives aim to provide safe, stable, and supportive living environments during critical times.
State and Local Housing Programs
Wisconsin Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources (DEHCR)
The DEHCR provides a broad range of assistance programs addressing homelessness, affordable housing, public infrastructure, household energy needs, and economic development opportunities. They partner with local governments, non-profit agencies, housing authorities, and developers to deliver these services.
211 Wisconsin
211 Wisconsin is a free statewide resource connecting individuals to local services, including housing assistance, shelters, and transitional programs for pregnant women and families. You can call 2-1-1 or visit their website for more information.
Emergency Shelters and Transitional Housing
The Elizabeth House (Madison)
A safe, supportive transitional home for pregnant and parenting single women to make a new start and build the resources they need to thrive.
Nia Imani Family, Inc. (Milwaukee)
Milwaukee's only long-term transitional living facility, where women and their children can stay for up to two years. The Young Mothers Transitional Housing Program serves young women aging out of foster care, young mothers (ages 18-25), and their children (birth to 5 years old) by providing transitional housing and personal growth opportunities.
New Beginnings – A Home for Mothers (Milwaukee)
Provides a loving and supportive place for single mothers to start a new life. This Christian-based residential setting is designed to help new mothers become responsible parents by raising their new babies in a caring environment.
Marion House (Green Bay)
Provides semi-independent and transitional living housing for pregnant and parenting young mothers and their children in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Aurora's Safe Home Environment Program (Milwaukee)
Helps pregnant women and new moms whose lives have been affected by domestic violence. Beyond providing shelter, the program guides survivors along a path of healing and personal growth, allowing a smooth transition to the next chapter in life.
These resources and programs are designed to support pregnant women, mothers, and families in Wisconsin, ensuring they have access to safe housing and the necessary support services during critical times.
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