Connecting Communities with Vital Resources
Research and experience have proven that when a family has all of its basic needs met, they are better able to thrive as a family, as well as individually. That’s why Wellpoint Care Network’s Community Connections team provides the community with resources that can lead to strong, stable lives.
Community Connections is a FREE, voluntary program that can connect you to the resources and support that families need the most. We focus on key areas of basic needs we call the Five Pillars of Stability. We’re happy to provide families with useful resources in any (or all) of the pillars they may need to thrive.
How the Five Pillars Can Help You and Your Family Thrive
The Five Pillars of Stability are Employment, Education, Housing, Health and Caring Connections. These pillars describe what it takes for an individual to truly thrive. That’s where we come in. Wellpoint Care‘s Community Connections team will partner with you one-on-one to help you achieve stability and reach your family’s fullest potential in areas like:
- Education: We can connect you to learning opportunities that build everyday skills. This includes help with GED or HSED programs, tutoring, parenting classes and college prep.
- Employment: We’ll support you in finding and keeping suitable employment that can provide financial stability. Get help with job training, resume building, money management and more.
- Housing: We’ll help you find safe, stable housing — and keep it. This could include affordable housing options, assistance with rent or energy bills, access to local shelters or financial advice.
- Health: Coaching on the importance of identifying providers in the community for health needs, as well as support in accessing mental health services.Your health matters — both body and mind. We’ll help you find access to clinics, dentists, mental health care, addiction recovery, food programs and other health services.
- Caring Connections: We help you build and keep strong, supportive relationships. This could mean joining a parenting or faith group, getting mental health support or taking part in community events.
We’re Here Whenever You’re Ready
Curious about what the Community Connections team can do for you? We’re happy to help. Reach out to us directly using one of the below options, based on your comfort and preference:
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Additional Resources Available to Wisconsin Residents
- 211 Relative Caregiver Guided Search is a database for caregivers to find local resources based on keywords and specific topics of interest.
- Hunger Free America lets you search for food assistance programs near you.
- Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee ensures equal access to legal representation to advance a more just Milwaukee for all residents.
- Job Center of Wisconsin is a free online portal that connects job seekers with employment opportunities throughout Wisconsin.
- Employ Milwaukee connects job seekers to employment opportunities, provides education and training options in high-growth, high-demand sectors, and provides a skilled and sustainable workforce to attract, retain and grow diverse businesses.
- Emergency Assistance provides cash assistance and resource connections for families facing a setback due to an emergency, such as homelessness, impending homelessness, domestic violence, natural disaster, fire, or an energy crisis.
- Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee provides high-quality housing options to over 11,000 households throughout Milwaukee’s neighborhoods.
It’s Time to Build a Better Cycle
Unresolved trauma can lead to a host of challenges for children, adults and families — the most concerning being the instability it causes in key areas of life. Our Five Pillars of Stability framework describes the key elements it takes for an individual to reach their fullest potential. When needs are unmet in any of these five areas, it’s impossible to truly thrive.