Economic Support

Buffalo County Economic Support is part of the Wester Region for Economic Assistance (WREA). WREA is an 8 county consortium which includes Buffalo, Pepin, Trempealeau. Jackson, Vernon, Monroe, Clark, and La Crosse Counties.  

 To apply or complete a review for Food Share, Medicaid, BadgerCare Plus or child Care Assistance, to report changes or with questions, call WREA at 1-888-627-0430 or visit access.wisconsin.gov.
   

Services Available: 

• Badger Care Plus for Families  
• Child Care Assistance 
• Emergency Assistance 
• Energy Assistance 
• Food Share 
• Gas Cards 
•  Medicaid

How to Apply:

Apply by phone:   1-888-627-0430
Apply on-line: https://access.wisconsin.gov/
Apply in Person: Buffalo County Health & Human Services
                                407 S. Second Street - 3rd Floor
                                Alma, WI 54610

For more information on FoodShare program and income guidelines visit
http://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/FoodShare/index.htm