Janesville
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Local offices in Janesville
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Housing help · City office
Neighborhood and Community Services, Housing Services Division
18 N. Jackson St., City Hall, First Floor, Janesville, WI 53545
Help here
- Rent assistanceContact the city about its rent assistance program and how to apply.Apply online
- Home improvement and home ownership helpAsk the city about home improvement loans, homeownership help, and housing workshops.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on janesvillewi.gov
Utilities · City office
Utility Billing Office
18 N. Jackson St., City Hall, Main Floor, Janesville, WI 53545
Help here
- Utility bills and paymentsGet help with your water, wastewater, stormwater, fire protection, and sanitation bill or make a payment.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on janesvillewi.gov
Local office · City office
City of Janesville Customer Service
Help here
- City information and service requestsCall the city switchboard or use the online service directory to find the right city office or report a service issue.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on janesvillewi.gov
Older adults · City office
Janesville Senior Center
69 S. Water St., Janesville, WI 53545
Help here
- Senior activities and membershipAdults age 50 and older can join activities, classes, trips, and events at the Senior Center.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on janesvillewi.gov
Jobs and training · State office
Rock County Job Center
1717 Center Ave., Janesville, WI 53546
Help here
- Job center servicesVisit the Job Center for help connecting with employment and workforce services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dwd.wisconsin.gov
Library · City office
Hedberg Public Library
316 S. Main St., Janesville, WI 53545
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library for books, research help, and other library services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hedbergpubliclibrary.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Janesville Recreation Division
18 N. Jackson St., City Hall, First Floor, Janesville, WI 53545
Help here
- Recreation programsFind and register for recreation programs, sports, classes, camps, and pool activities.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on janesvillewi.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks Division
2200 U.S. Highway 51 N., Janesville, WI 53545
Help here
- Parks and trailsAsk about city parks, trails, park facilities, and park reservations.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on janesvillewi.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Janesville first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
BLW Food Pantry
Bridge-Lake Point-Waunona Neighborhood Center
30 miles from the center of Janesville1917 Lake Point Drive, Madison, WI 53713
Hours
- Thu11 AM to 12:30 PM (1st of the month)
What to bring: No ID or proof of address is required; call to register
Listed on blwcenter.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
BLW Retail Pantry
Bridge-Lake Point-Waunona Neighborhood Center
30 miles from the center of Janesville1917 Lake Point Drive, Madison, WI 53713
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 12 PM
- Fri10 AM to 12 PM
What to bring: No registration required
Listed on blwcenter.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
Mobile Food Pantry
Bridge-Lake Point-Waunona Neighborhood Center
30 miles from the center of Janesville1917 Lake Point Drive, Madison, WI 53713
Hours
- Wed11 AM to 12:30 PM (3rd of the month)
What to bring: No registration required
Listed on blwcenter.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Madison
32 miles from the center of Janesville2033 Fish Hatchery Road, Madison, WI 53713
Hours
- Mon10:30 AM to 2:30 PM
- Tue10:30 AM to 2:30 PM
- Thu2:30 PM to 6 PM
- Fri10:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Who can come: Dane County residents
What to bring: One household member must show a valid ID
Listed on svdpmadison.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Luke House
33 miles from the center of Janesville310 South Ingersoll Street, Madison, WI 53703
Hours
- Mon11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch; 5:45 PM to 6:30 PM. Dinner
- Tue11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch; 5:45 PM to 6:30 PM. Dinner
- Wed11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch; 5:45 PM to 6:30 PM. Dinner
- Thu11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch; 5:45 PM to 6:30 PM. Dinner
- Sun5:45 PM to 6:30 PM. Dinner
Listed on lukehousemadison.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Grace Food Pantry
Grace Episcopal Church
33 miles from the center of Janesville116 West Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703
Hours
- Tue1 PM to 3 PM
- Wed1 PM to 3 PM
- Thu1 PM to 3 PM
- Sat10 AM to 12 PM (1st and 3rd of the month)
What to bring: Information for each household member and proof of Wisconsin address are required
Listed on gracechurchmadison.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Janesville
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin
2802 Dairy Drive, Madison, WI 53718
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Action of Wisconsin, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Community Action, Inc. of Rock and Walworth Counties
20 Eclipse Ctr, Beloit, WI 53511-3550
Listed on dcf.wisconsin.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Rock County
Janesville is in Rock County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Rock County Human Services Department
1717 Center Avenue, Janesville, WI 53546
Help here
- Benefits and economic supportGet help with FoodShare, health care benefits, and other economic support.
- Mental health and substance use servicesFind county mental health, substance use, and crisis support services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rockcountywi.gov
Child support · County office
Rock County Child Support Services
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help establishing or enforcing child support and establishing paternity.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rockcountywi.gov
State office · Regional office
Nutrition and Health Associates WIC
32 E Racine Street, Janesville, WI 53546
Help here
- WIC nutrition assistanceAsk about WIC food and nutrition support for eligible women, infants, and children.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rockcountywi.gov
State office
Wisconsin DHS Eligibility Management, Rock County
1717 Center Avenue, Suite 600, Janesville, WI 53546
Help here
- Health and food benefit applicationsApply for, renew, or make changes to FoodShare, Medicaid, BadgerCare Plus, and other benefits.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.wisconsin.gov
Public health · County office
Rock County Public Health Department
3328 N US Highway 51, Janesville, WI 53545
Help here
- Public health servicesGet information about disease prevention, immunizations, environmental health, and other local health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rockcountywi.gov
Courts and legal help · State office
Wisconsin Court System Self-Help Law Center
Help here
- Court self-help informationFind court forms and learn about Wisconsin court procedures for representing yourself.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wicourts.gov
Wisconsin programs by kind of help
These are run by Wisconsin and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- 211 Wisconsin
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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