Ozaukee County Department of Human Services

06/15/2026

"Today, the state of Wisconsin joins dedicated individuals, advocates and organizations across the state, throughout the country, and around the world in raising awareness of elder abuse, taking action to address and prevent abuse, and encouraging all people to celebrate and appreciate the countless contributions of older adults and their role in the success of communities across the state."

06/02/2026

Attention Ozaukee County Residents, an E Cycle event is set for June 13 at 1777 W Grand Avenue Port Washington beginning at 9 am - 12 pm. This is a chance to get rid of older unwanted electronics and collect non perishable items for the Port Washington Food Pantry. See below for more information.

06/02/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Port Washington Boys' Tennis Teams and their Coach, Keely Welton for the generous donation to our foster care program. 🎾❤️ Your kindness and willingness to give back will help make a meaningful difference in the lives of local children and families. We are grateful that you chose to support our mission and help change a family's story for the better. Thank you for serving your community both on and off the court!

05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, Ozaukee County Department of Human Services will be closed on Monday, May 25th.

We will return Tuesday, May 26th at 8:00 AM.

If you need Crisis assistance outside of our business hours, please call (262) 284-7172.

If you or someone you know needs mental health assistance or has substance abuse concerns, you may reach out to the Su***de and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. This service is free, confidential, and is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

If you are experiencing a physical or mental health emergency, please call 911.

Wishing you all a safe Memorial Day weekend.

-Ozaukee County DHS-

05/12/2026

May is National Foster Care Awareness Month.

Foster Care is temporary care provided in a licensed home for children who cannot live with their family for a period of time due to safety concerns, family crisis or other serious circumstances.

We believe every child deserves a safe, loving and supportive environment to grow and learn in. Without our foster families, this would not be possible.

This month we honor the incredible foster families who have opened their hearts and homes to children in our community.

These families allow a child the ability to remain at school with their friends and keep them connected to their community.

If you would like more information about Foster Care in our community, please visit: www.ozaukeecounty.gov/foster

05/01/2026

Join us for the Washington Ozaukee Mental Health Coalition meeting this Monday. This coalition supports the 2026-2028 Community Health Improvement Plan. To view the CHIP report, visit: https://shorturl.at/ySZMH

05/01/2026

The Children and Families Division will be hosting their quarterly Children Come First Advisory Committee meeting on Wednesday May 13th from 5:30 PM until 7:00 PM.

Where: Grafton Public Library- Lower Meeting Room

This meeting is open to the public and all are encouraged to join.

Snacks and beverages to be provided.

Free childcare will be available on-site.
Please RSVP by May 8th if you need childcare for this event.

If you have questions or would like to RSVP please contact Sam Asselin:

Phone: 262-284-8146
Email: [email protected]

Planning ahead? The next committee meeting will take place Wednesday, August 12th, 2026!

04/29/2026

04/21/2026

FREE COMMUNITY EVENT at St. Kilian Parish & School in Hartford, WI!!

Parents, Grandparents, Teachers, Youth Leaders, Teens/Preteens and anyone working with children …THIS EVENT IS FOR YOU!!!

No registration needed… Just come!

*Tuesday, April 21, 6:30pm.

04/21/2026

Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department is hosting a Drive-Thru Drug Take Back Day

Date: Saturday April 25, 2026

Time: 10:00AM until 2:00PM

Multiple Locations:
Ozaukee County Transit Center
Concordia University
Washington County Highway Facility

If you have any expired/unwanted prescriptions or over-the-counter medications you would like to dispose of, you may bring them to any of the three drop-off locations.