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WERA: IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 20, 2023 Please see the attached statement from the Wisconsin Department of Administration announcing the closing of the Wisconsin Emergency Rental Assistance program (WERA).  Locally, between February 2021 and November 2022, Lakeshore...

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Community Needs Assessment, 2022-2024

Community Needs Assessment, 2022-2024

The Lakeshore CAP Community Needs Assessment is a brief survey that we use to determine what the community needs when planning our programming. Please, take the time to complete the needs assessment survey! It helps us find the real needs in our area and direct our...

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Home Buying Seminar

Home Buying Seminar

    How much money will you need? What can you afford? Have you talked to a lender? What does a realtor do? Do you really need an inspection? What happens at closing? All these questions can seem confusing and overwhelming for a home buyer, but the Bank of...

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Lakeshore CAP Tid Bits

Lakeshore CAP Tid Bits

JAK's Place success story, one individual who was Volunteering at JAK's Place, was able to find Full-Time employment.  Which he recently obtained locally.  We now have two more Peer-Support Groups led by Volunteers, who are also participants of JAK's Place. JAK Place...

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Lakeshore CAP Tid Bits

Lakeshore CAP Tid Bits

Testimonials from clients that were in the GED Program through Lakeshore Community Action Program.   "The pandemic has been difficult for my family and me for many reasons. Our greatest struggle has been money. I recognize the need to earn a high school diploma to...

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Lakeshore CAP WRAP Results/New WERA!

Lakeshore CAP WRAP Results/New WERA!

2020 "WRAP" (WISCONSIN RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM) RESULTS ARE IN! \ See below for information and link to Lakeshore CAP's 2021 WERA (Wisconsin Emergency Rental Assistance) program running through November — for households negatively impacted by...

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WERA Provides Help with Utilities

WERA Provides Help with Utilities

LAKESHORE CAP WERA THE WISCONSIN EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM INCLUDES JUST UTILITY ASSISTANCE!   If your utilities have been shut off or if you have a past due balance with your provider, please apply for Lakeshore CAP's WERA Program if you live in...

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Lakeshore CAP Mission & Programs

Lakeshore CAP Mission & Programs

Mission The Lakeshore Community Action Program (CAP) mission is to promote economic and personal self-sufficiency and well-being of low to moderate income persons and families through service programs, advocacy, community education and resource development in Door,...

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FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance

FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance

FEMA Offers COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Find Funeral Assistance information in your language: 中文 | Español | Kreyòl Ayisyen | 한국어 | Tiếng Việt |Français | عربي | हिन्दी | Português | Pусский | Tagalog | Bengali The COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming grief to...

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Crisis Respite Providers Needed!

Crisis Respite Providers Needed!

CRISIS RESPITE PROVIDERS NEEDED Interested persons should send a cover letter and resume to: Manitowoc County Human Services Department Attn: Karen Zahn, Foster Care Coordinator 926 S 8th Street, PO Box 1177 Manitowoc, WI  54221-1177 Or email:...

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Manitowoc Salvation Army Food Pantry

Manitowoc Salvation Army Food Pantry

The Salvation Army Food Pantry Mobile Pantry for Subsidized Senior/Disabled Apartments Starting May 7th and scheduled at several subsidized senior/disabled apartment units the first three Fridays of the month -- a Mobile Pantry! Feel free to check with your apartment...

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Home Buyer Assistance

Home Buyer Assistance

STEPS TOWARD HOME OWNERSHIP For persons in Door, Kewaunee, Manitowoc, Sheboygan and Calumet counties  Dreaming of owning a home? Have you talked with a lender? Are you looking for a DOWN PAYMENT? If you are willing to participate in our program, we have assistance for...

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Let Us Fill Your Apartments!

Let Us Fill Your Apartments!

ATTENTION LANDLORDS: DO YOU OWN RENTAL HOUSING? We are happy to announce that we received a grant to hire a Housing Navigator. Welcome Lava Phillips-De Spain. She can help fill your units! This position allows Lakeshore Community Action Program to more quickly locate...

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Manitowoc Employer Survey!

Manitowoc Employer Survey!

Manitowoc Housing Survey of Employers The City of Manitowoc is taking a look at the local housing market, how it impacts your employees, and potential for business growth. To help us better understand employee and business needs, please complete the survey here:...

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CESA 7 Head Start Resource Fair

CESA 7 Head Start Resource Fair

MANITOWOC CESA 7 HEAD START RESOURCE FAIR KaZoua KUe, UWGB Social Work intern at CESA 7 Head Start, has been working on a Virtual Community Resource Fair and it has come together!  The fair will begin next week, April 5th and run a few different times each day through...

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WIRCO Sheboygan/AODA Resources

WIRCO Sheboygan/AODA Resources

WIRCO AND THE BRIDGE GO VIRTUAL! As a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, WIRCO and The Bridge Recovery Community Center now offers virtual options for all of our meetings and programs.  Staying connected is vital in recovery and we are here for you!  Please check our...

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End-of-Life 2-Part Series

End-of-Life 2-Part Series

Conversation: Think, Talk, Act! FREE: End-of-Life Two Part Series Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice, along with community partners, bring you a two-part series to inspire honest and meaningful conversations about end-of-life with practical steps you can take...

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Complete the Manitowoc Housing Survey!

Complete the Manitowoc Housing Survey!

CITY OF MANITOWOC NEEDS YOUR HELP IN DEFINING HOUSING CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES! The City of Manitowoc is taking a look at the local housing market and how it functions. They need your help to get a better understanding of challenges and opportunities you see and...

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WI Respite Care Provider Workshops

WI Respite Care Provider Workshops

THERE IS A GREAT NEED FOR MORE RESPITE PROGRAMS IN WISCONSIN! Respite Care Association of Wisconsin is offering a free six-week virtual workshop so that you can explore the idea of bringing respite to your community. You will walk through the steps with other...

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UW Extension Free Rent Smart Classes

UW Extension Free Rent Smart Classes

"Rent Smart" Taught by UW Extension Educators Helping to make renting a great experience for you! Rent Smart focuses on the knowledge and skills essential for a successful renting experience.  It challenges participants to know and understand their rights and...

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Lakeshore CAP and The Crossing Partner

Lakeshore CAP and The Crossing Partner

Thanks to a grant from the WI Department of Children and Families and Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board, Lakeshore Community Action Program is able to partner with The Crossing of Manitowoc County to provide support items to families. If you are in need of baby...

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UW Extension Manitowoc Health Classes

UW Extension Manitowoc Health Classes

UW EXTENSION MANITOWOC HEALTH AND WELL-BEING CLASSES Menu of Programs: *Please note, due to COVID-19 Safer at Home recommendations, all programs are being taught via zoom until further notice.  Highlights of Taking Care of You (TCOY) course The “Highlights of Taking...

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