Social Services

In less than a week, many Wisconsinites will be unable to apply for Social Security benefits over the phone, which could lead to potential disruptions and challenges for millions as the nationwide change takes effect

Starting January 1st, the social services departments in Oneida, Vilas, and Forest Counties will officially transition to human service departments.The change moves more services under Oneida County with the goal of having more flexibility and better service.

Since 1984, Oneida, Vilas, and Forest Counties have agreed to operate their human services center together.

Local governments are urging lawmakers to share some of the wealth as they create the next state budget.Assembly Republicans introduced their shared revenue proposal Thursday. WXPR’s Katie Thoresen spoke with government officials in Forest County about the struggles they’re working to overcome and how increased shared revenue would help.

One in four people in Wisconsin faces hunger according to Feeding America.Food insecurity impacts a lot of people in the Northwoods.Some local organizations and agencies are teaming up to shine a spotlight on what food insecurity looks like and the resources available.

Social Security recipients soon will find out how much their benefits will increase for 2023. A big jump is expected, but some senior advocates fear it still won't help most older Americans living on a tight budget. They hope for policies to expand and protect the program.

The State of Michigan has renewed a partnership with GetSetUp, an online learning platform, which can help seniors learn how to stay social and connected from home.

Many workers in the construction industry, once a source of stable income for working-class Wisconsinites, aren't making a living wage, according to a new report, and experts say some employers are using illegal methods to cut labor costs by any means necessary.

The difficult but rewarding career as a social worker was honored this week at the Oneida County Board meeting.Governor Walker proclaimed March as Social…

There are a number of agencies in the Northwoods that help people in need, but when you’re faced with a crisis, it can be difficult to figure out where to…