Douglas County

Local offices in Douglas County

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

• Human services · County office

  Douglas County Health and Human Services

  1316 N 14th St, Suite 400, Superior, WI 54880

  Help here

  • Economic supportGet help applying for food and other public benefits.Read more
  • Mental health and substance use servicesAsk about county mental health and substance use services.
  • Family and youth servicesGet information about services for children, youth, and families.
  Call 715-395-1304DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on douglascountywi.gov

• Public health · Nonprofit

  Northwest Wisconsin Community Services Agency WIC

  1805 N 14th St, Suite 4, Superior, WI 54880

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programApply for food and nutrition support if you are pregnant, recently gave birth, or have a young child.
  Call 715-394-2750DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Douglas County Child Support Agency

  1313 Belknap St, Room 202, Superior, WI 54880

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help establishing, changing, or enforcing child support orders.Apply online
  Call 715-395-1420DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on douglascountywi.gov

• Human services · Nonprofit

  211 Wisconsin

  Help here

  • Local help and referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, utilities, health care, jobs, and other needs.Read more
  Call 211Website

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

• Housing help · Regional office

  Superior Housing Authority

  1219 N 8th St, Superior, WI 54880

  Help here

  • Housing Choice Voucher ProgramApply for rental assistance for an eligible home or apartment in Douglas County.Read more
  Call 715-394-6601DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Douglas County Clerk of Courts

  1313 Belknap St, Room 309, Superior, WI 54880

  Help here

  • Court forms and filing informationGet court forms and information for small claims, restraining orders, divorce, and other cases.
  Call 715-395-1203DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on douglascountywi.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Aging and Disability Resource Center of Douglas County

  1316 N 14th St, Room 327, Superior, WI 54880

  Help here

  • Aging and disability information and assistanceGet help finding services and benefits for older adults and people with disabilities.Read more
  • Long-term care options counselingTalk with staff about care options at home or in a facility.Read more
  Call 715-395-1234DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on douglascountywi.gov

• Veterans · County office

  Douglas County Veterans Services Office

  1316 N 14th St, Room 385, Superior, WI 54880

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
  Call 715-395-1331DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on douglascountywi.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Douglas County Emergency Management and Communications

  1316 N 14th St, Suite 10, Superior, WI 54880

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness informationFind information to prepare for emergencies and disasters.Read more
  Call 715-395-1636DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on douglascountywi.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  Superior Job Center

  1805 N 14th St, Suite 1, Superior, WI 54880

  Help here

  • Job search and employment supportGet help finding work, training, and employment services.
  Call 715-392-7800DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · City office

  Superior Public Library

  1530 Tower Ave, Superior, WI 54880

  Help here

  • Library cards and materialsGet a library card and borrow books and other materials.Read more
  Call 715-394-8860DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Northern Waters Library Service

  3200 Lakeshore Dr. E., Ashland, WI 54806

  Help here

  • Regional library resourcesGet help accessing library materials, shared resources, and digital media through member libraries.Read more
  Call 715-682-2365DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nwls.wislib.org

Douglas County, Wisconsin website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Douglas County

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

Cities and towns in Douglas County

• Lake Nebagamon
• Olivernot checked yet
• Poplarnot checked yet
• Solon Springsnot checked yet
• Superior
• Superiornot checked yet

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