Melrose

Local offices in Melrose

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Utilities · City office

  Melrose Water and Sewer Departments

  112 N Washington St, Melrose, WI 54642

  Help here

  • Water and sewer service helpContact public works for help with village water or sewer service and report a service problem.
  Call 608-865-9048DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on melrosewi.gov

• Local office · City office

  Village Hall

  112 N Washington St, Melrose, WI 54642

  Help here

  • Village services and clerk assistanceContact the clerk for village records, elections, licenses, and other local government services.Read more
  Call 608-488-3191DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on melrosewi.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Melrose Recreation Department

  Help here

  • Parks, pool, and shelter reservationsResidents can use village parks and pool and ask the clerk to reserve a park shelter.
  Call 608-488-3191Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on melrosewi.gov

Village of Melrose, Wisconsin website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Melrose

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Jackson County

Melrose is in Jackson County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Jackson County Health and Human Services

  421 County Road R, Black River Falls, WI 54615

  Help here

  • Economic supportGet help applying for FoodShare, health coverage, and other public benefits.
  • Behavioral healthAsk about county mental health and substance use services.
  • Children and family servicesGet help with child welfare and family support services.
  Call 715-284-4301DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.jackson.wi.us

• Public health · County office

  Jackson County WIC

  421 County Road R, Black River Falls, WI 54615

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportApply for food and nutrition support if you are pregnant, recently gave birth, or care for a young child.
  Call 715-284-4301DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhs.wisconsin.gov

• Child support · County office

  Jackson County Child Support Agency

  421 County Road R, Black River Falls, WI 54615

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help establishing or enforcing child support and establishing paternity.
  Call 715-284-4301DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dcf.wisconsin.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Wisconsin

  Help here

  • Local help and referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, bills, health care, jobs, and other needs.
  Call 877-947-2211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211wisconsin.communityos.org

• Public health · County office

  Jackson County Public Health Department

  421 County Road R, Black River Falls, WI 54615

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet health information, prevention services, and help with environmental health concerns.
  Call 715-284-4301DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jcpublichealthwi.org

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Jackson County Clerk of Court

  307 Main Street, Black River Falls, WI 54615

  Help here

  • Court forms and case informationFind court forms and get information about filing documents and court cases.
  Call 715-284-0208DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.jackson.wi.us

Everything in Jackson County

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