WRPS CARES - Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools

Connecting families with support. Strengthening our community.

At Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools, we care about the well-being of every child and family. WRPS CARES brings together school and community resources to help families find support, meet everyday needs and navigate challenges.

Explore the resources below to connect with services and opportunities for your family. Whether you need assistance today or are planning for the future, we’re here to help you take the next step.

Housing/Food Resources

FOCUS Food Pantry:
2321 West Grand Ave (Sparhawk Building) Curbside pick-up ONLY.
Call 715-422-2050 with questions.
Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri: 12 pm-4 pm
Tues: 4 pm-7 pm

FOCUS Neighborhood Meals:
Thursdays Only
4:30-6:00 pm
2321 W. Grand Ave

Christian Life Fellowship Food Pantry:
Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 pm; Thursdays
1-3 pm. 600 7th St, Port Edwards

Ruby’s Pantry:
Held the 3rd Saturday of every
month $20 to participate.
501 17th St S, Wis. Rapids
715-423-3260

P.A.N.S (Pittsville Area Neighbors Shelf):
Every Saturday from 10-11:30am
Call 715-884-2931 for more information

FoodShare:
Call 888-794-5722 or visit
www.access.wisconsin.gov

WIC:
Assistance can be accessed by calling 715-421-8950 or the link above.
FOCUS Family Backpacks: A school-based meal in a backpack program Contact your school social worker or counselor

North Central Community Action Program:
2111 8th St S Suite 102, Wis. Rapids
715-424-2581
kschumer@nccapinc.com

Wisconsin Rapids Housing Authority:
Provides subsidized housing and rental assistance to qualifying individuals and families.
2521 10th St S., Wis. Rapids
Call 715-423-7288 for assistance.
https://www.wisrapha.org/

The Salvation Army Hope Center:
(Stevens Point)
Call 715-341-2437 for assistance.

211 Wisconsin
2-1-1: Community Resource Center available 24/7.
Connects callers to proper services or organizations. Call 2-1-1 or 877-947-2211, or text your zip code to 898211.

Mental Health Services

NAMI Wood & Portage:
https://namiportagewoodcounties.org/
Advocate Psychotherapy Services:
800-681-2374

Central Wisconsin Counseling Associates:
320 W Grand Ave, Suite 304A
715-424-6960

Wood County Human Services
Mental and Behavioral Health Programs:
111 W. Jackson St (River Block Building)
715-421-8840

Wood County Human Services:
111 W. Jackson St
715-421-8600
https://www.woodcountywi.gov/departments/humanservices/

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Consulting (CAPC)/Empower Mental Health Clinic:
3930 8th St S, Suite 101
715-423-2030
Clinical Services:
420 3rd St S
715-712-1370

Compass Counseling:
2811 8th St S
715-298-6364

Plover Behavioral Health Marshfield Clinic:
https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/specialties/psychiatry-and-psychology

Gaggle Therapy (virtual):
Contact your student’s school counselor or school social worker for a referral.
Gaggle Referral