Wood (Marshfield)

Wisconsin Works (W-2)

Employment support for parents with training, job search, resume help, and cash payments on the way to a new career. Also support for new or expecting mothers.

Emergency Assistance

Cash assistance for families facing a crisis , like homelessness or other housing emergencies. Funds can be used for security deposit, first month’s rent, to prevent an eviction for nonpayment of rent or utility disconnection.

Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA)

Connections to employment resources for people looking for a new, high-paying career. Program participants are provided opportunities for education, training, and job preparation.

Job Access Loan (JAL)

Short-term, no interest loans for work-related items to help workers with families get or keep a job, including work clothes, tools, cars, housing, and other expenses.

WETAP

No-interest loans for car repair or car purchase to help workers to stay on the job or find a new one.

Worker Advancement Initiative (WAI)

Help for workers who have had employment affected by the pandemic  through job searching services, training, and connections to employers.

Job Skills Training

Free job training for program participants with courses in job seeking, financial management, and careers in call centers and offices.