Resources
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Village of West Milwaukee |
City of Greenfield |
City of New Berlin |
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414-645-1530
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414-543-5500
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262-797-2446
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211
By calling 2-1-1, you can be connected with thousands of nonprofit and government agencies in the area. The 211 social services hotline can be called at no charge 24 hours a day. Operators will provide callers with information on a wide variety of non-emergency family, financial, health and social service issues.
Alcohol and Substance Use
Experts advise against using substances such as marijuana or alcohol to help reduce stress, anxiety, and loneliness. Marijuana and other inhaled substances including cigarettes and e-cigarettes or vaping devices can be acutely dangerous because of the stress they place on the pulmonary system. Alcohol use can affect the general health of the body, leading to potential outcomes like sleeping less, and a weakened immune system.
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Substance Abuse: SAMHSA’s National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) and TTY 1-800-487-4889
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Live Another Day - Extensive information on mental health and substance use resources for People of Color. Their mission is equal access to life-saving resources.
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Detox Local - An excellent resource that features abundant information including mental health and substance use resources specifically for the AAPI (American Asian and Pacific Islander) community.
Community Closets
Community Closets are a resource available to all West Allis-West Milwaukee community members. The Community Closets are filled with many items (e.g., non-perishable food, clothing from birth through adults, school supplies, etc.) to help families in need. All items have been donated by the community, staff, and parents.
Food Pantries
Crimson Way Church
6125 W. National Avenue
Feeding His Flock
2828 S. 76th Street
First Lutheran Church
7400 W. Lapham Street
First United Methodist Church Of West Allis
1574 S. 76th Street
Good Samaritan Outreach
5924 W. Burnham Street
Holy Assumption - St. Augistine
1525 S. 71st Street
Mother of Perpetual Help
1121 S. 116th Street and 1414 S. 93rd Street
Mount Hope Lutheran Church
8633 W. Becher Street
St. Florian Church
1210 S. 45th Street
St. Johns Lutheran Church
8633 W. Becher Street
St. Matthias Catholic Church
9306 W. Beloit Road
St. Peter's Episcopal Church
7929 W. Lincoln Avenue
St. Rita's Catholic Church
2318 S. 61st Street
Woodlawn Lutheran Church
2217 S. 99th Street.
Homelessness
Shelters remain open and serve those in need. HERE
Hunger Task Force
Hunger Task Force has created a list of confirmed, trusted sites that are providing food safely and reliably. The map below lists public senior sites, school meal sites and outdoor emergency food distribution sites in Milwaukee. Search by zip code in the upper left hand corner to see a list of all the sites in your area. Then, click on individual sites to see details: days and times of service, type of program, etc. This resource is updated daily. Check with your local community food pantry directly for hours of operation. Click here to view the interactive Google map
Stress & Anxiety
The COVID-19 pandemic has been stressful for people of all ages. Fear and anxiety about a new disease and what could happen can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Public health actions, such as social distancing, can make people feel isolated and lonely and can increase stress and anxiety. Stress during an infectious disease outbreak can sometimes cause the following:
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Fear and worry about your own health and the health of your loved ones, your financial situation or job, or loss of support services you rely on.
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Changes in sleep or eating patterns.
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Difficulty sleeping or concentrating.
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Worsening of chronic health problems.
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Worsening of mental health conditions.
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Increased use of tobacco, and/or alcohol and other substances.
Take time to actively manage stress:
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Take care of your body– Try to eat healthy well-balanced meals, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep. Avoid alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.
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Connect with others– Share your concerns and how you are feeling with a friend or family member. Maintain healthy relationships, and build a strong support system.
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Take breaks– Make time to unwind and remind yourself that strong feelings will fade. Try taking in deep breaths. Try to do activities you usually enjoy.
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Stay informed– When you feel that you are missing information, you may become more stressed or nervous. Watch, listen to, or read the news for updates from officials. Be aware that there may be rumors during a crisis, especially on social media. Always check your sources and turn to reliable sources of information.
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Avoid too much exposure to news– Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories. It can be upsetting to hear about the crisis and see images repeatedly. Try to do enjoyable activities and return to normal life as much as possible and check for updates between breaks.
Suicide Prevention
Look out for these common signs of distress:
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Feelings of feelings of fear, anger, sadness, worry, numbness, or frustration
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Changes in appetite, energy, and activity levels
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Difficulty concentrating and making decisions
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Difficulty sleeping or nightmares
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Physical reactions, such as headaches, body pains, stomach problems, and skin rashes
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Worsening of chronic health problems
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Increased use of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs
If you experience these feelings or behaviors for several days in a row and are unable to carry out normal responsibilities because of them, talk to someone -- parents, teachers, counselors, clergy members, or doctors can help. You are not alone.
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Teen Crisis Line: (414) 271-9523
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Suicide Prevention 24-Hour Crisis Line: (414) 257-7222
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Suicide Helpline: (800) 273-8255
Violence in the Home
With heightened levels of stress and more time at home, incidents of family violence may increase. If an incident begins, try to remove yourself to a safe place and call for help. Dial 911 for immediate help for you or someone else.
If the incident is over, call 414-933-2722 for 24/7 support through Sojourner Family Peace Center: HERE
If adolescents need a safe place to stay, and there are no options with other family or friends: