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Sometimes asking for help is the bravest decision you can make. During this difficult time, Oneida County Department of Social Services is here to assist individuals that may be experiencing hardships. With our partners, the IM Central Consortium, we are here to assist you with your health care, Foodshare and child care needs.
Self-sufficient people living in a safe, financially secure environment.
In partnership with our community and in response to public need and legal mandates, our mission is to serve and assist Oneida County residents in ways that strengthen families, encourage personal responsibility, and foster independence. We recognize the rights of each individual. Our goal is to serve all persons with dignity, respect, and confidentiality.
- OCDSS Service Listing Guide
- Oneida County Website
- Oneida County Sheriff’s Department
- Rhinelander Police
- Minocqua Police
- Northwoods Transit Services
- Human Service Center
- Hope Consortium (Help for Opioid Addiction)
- Wisconsin Addiction Recovery Helpline 2-1-1
Job Opportunities
None at this time.
Energy Assistance
The fuel season for 2022-2023 starts on October 1st. For information on income limits and what you will need to apply, please call our office at (715) 362-5695 and ask to speak with an Energy Assistance worker to schedule an appointment.
Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources: https://energyandhousing.wi.gov
To apply online: https://energybenefit.wi.gov/OnlineApps/OnlineApp/Default
Oneida County Department of Social Services is in compliance with the equal opportunity policy and standards of the Department of Workforce Development, Department of Children and Family Services, Department of Health Services and all applicable state and federal statutes and regulations relating to nondiscrimination in employment and service delivery.
Click here to view our Nondiscrimination Statement in Employment & Service Delivery.
To view our Limited English Proficiency Policy statements click here.
Your privacy is important to us, please click here for our Notice of Privacy Practices (HIPAA).