Economic Support Programs
Economic support programs are intended to assist people who are unemployed, disabled, have low income, or experiencing other economic hardship. The goal of the Economic Support staff is to assist individuals and families in obtaining benefits with the outcomes of self-sufficiency and enhanced well-being.
Click the program name to learn more:
If you would like more information about any of these programs, you can also call our Southern Consortium Call Center at #1-888-794-5780.
To apply for BadgerCare Plus, Medicaid, Child Care, and/or FoodShare you can do one of the following:
Apply online at: https://access.wisconsin.gov/access/
Apply by phone by calling the Southern Consortium Call Center at #1 (888) 794-5780 during the times listed below:
Monday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Thursday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
To apply in person, please visit Crawford County Human Services during regular business hours (Monday-Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm):
Crawford County Human Services
225 N Beaumont Rd, Suite 326
Prairie du Chien, WI 53821
Apply via paper application:
Medicaid (EBD)
Send the completed application and any proof/verification to:
CDPU (Centralized Document Processing Unit)
PO Box 5234
Janesville, WI 53547-5234
or Fax to: # (855) 293-1822
Or drop off in person at:
Crawford County Human Services
225 N Beaumont Rd, Suite 326
Prairie du Chien, WI 53821
*Dropbox available during non-business hours
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https://www.crawfordcountywi.org/aging--disability-resource.html