When we first met Larissa, she was working a minimum wage job in retail with unstable hours. She was also taking odd jobs as a serve for different jobs just to make extra money to help with monthly expenses. Every month was a struggle, and she was getting tired of not making enough money to … See details
Know someone who needs help but can’t make it to our office? We’ll be at the below locations this month to talk about our services that will help you achieve your dreams. We will also be able to enroll you into our FSET program almost instantly! Check us out at an event near you: Day … See details
On Thursday, February 15th, we held a Forward Thinking session covering Preparing for Tax Season: A Conversation About the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). Speaker Jonathon Ferguson, Financial Capability Specialist with University of Madison Division of Extension, walked us through how to prepare people for tax season, what the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is, … See details
Maryjane recently achieved something she never thought was possible, when she became the first person in her family to earn her High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED). “I have worked hard toward my HSED, and I greatly appreciate this opportunity,” she says. The opportunity Maryjane is referring to are the resources offered by our newest addition … See details
On Thursday, January 17th, we held our first Forward Thinking session of 2024 covering ABAWD Work Requirements. Speaker Megan Sawall, Program Coordinator for FSC, was on hand to walk us through the requirements and exemptions of the specific requirements for Able Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWD). Some key takeaways from the session: If someone does … See details
This list of ACCESS WI resources answers most questions. If you need further assistance, expert help is only a call away [will link to “What to do if you get stuck” article]. Wisconsin benefits are only a few steps away!
Through the MyACCESS app, you can connect to your Wisconsin benefits. The app was designed for people who have already applied for or receiving benefits to view and manage their account. You cannot currently apply for benefits through the mobile app, only manage them. To apply for benefits, go to: access.wisconsin.gov Downloading the App After … See details
The ACCESS WI system is designed to connect people more easily to benefits. If you are having trouble at any point in the account creation or application process, or have questions about the status of your application, you can find expert help. For technical difficulties, call technical assistance toll-free: 1-800-362-3002 For questions about account creation, … See details
