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05/03/2026

Notice from Energy Assistance: Take Immediate Action. Failure to pay outstanding bills may result in utility shut-off. You don't have to lose your power.

03/03/2026

Important Notice Regarding Energy Assistance Applications.

We kindly urge you to submit your application promptly, as the moratorium is scheduled to conclude next month. Please be aware that outstanding electricity bills may result in service disconnections.

For your convenience, a local office is available in Elkhorn, or you may apply online at access.wi.org. To be eligible for assistance, a payment of any amount is required on overdue bills.

We encourage you to take action to maintain your power supply.

18/12/2025

ROCK COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES
P.O. Box 1649 | Janesville, WI 53547-1649
608.757.5200 | www.co.rock.wi.us/departments/human-services
2025-2026 Rock County (WI) Daytime Warming & Overnight Warming Sites Updated: 10/27 /2025
When forecasted temperatures, real temperatures, or wind chills drop below zero degrees in Rock County, WI, these locations shall automatically authorize use as a warming site during their normal business hours only. These daytime site locations will not extend or alter their hours so citizens should plan
accordingly. Warming sites may close without notification and are not obligated to participate. Citizens are responsible for their own belongings. Food and water are not provided. Overnight warming sites will only open during a county emergency activation.
Location Address City Days Open Hours Open Appointment

Building upon the strengths of consumers to encourage independence by providing quality services with respect for the dignity of all persons served.

17/12/2025

17/12/2025

Call TODAY to order a FREE Christmas Meal for delivery or carry-out courtesy of the Elkhorn Chamber and their partners.

21/11/2025

Please pass this to anyone in need

**Complimentary**Walworth County Community Thanksgiving Dinner’s 18th Year! Thursday, November 27, 2025 11am – 2pm We are again serving a free… Read More

17/11/2025

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01/11/2025

🎉🍂 **FREE Thanksgiving Community Dinner!** 🍂🎉

👉 **Register online by November 16 to secure your meal:** https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLScVjvAitELQUJ.../viewform or call 262-723-5788.

Southern Lakes Church, along with the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Center, Annie's Burger Town, and the Nicholas D. Sergi Foundation, is offering a FREE Thanksgiving meal for anyone in the community. 🦃❤️

🗓 **Date:** Wednesday, November 26
⏰ **Pick-Up:** 9 AM - 11 AM at Southern Lakes Church, N6686 US-12, Elkhorn
🚚 **Delivery:** Available within 10 miles of the church!

01/11/2025

To reserve a homemade meal during our weekly pick-up, sign up using the link below or call or text FYS at 608-931-4640. Read the FAQ below for more details on our meals and pick-ups.

07/04/2025

Important News for Those Requiring Utility Assistance.

In Walworth County, residents can access energy assistance through the Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP), which helps with heating and electric costs, and crisis assistance during energy emergencies, with a one-time payment during the heating season.
Here's a more detailed breakdown of the energy assistance available in Walworth County:
Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP):
Purpose: WHEAP assists eligible households with heating and electric costs, as well as providing crisis assistance during energy emergencies.
Benefits:
Heating Assistance: A one-time payment during the heating season (October 1st to May 15th) to help cover heating costs.
Electric Assistance: A one-time payment to help with non-heating electric costs.
Crisis Assistance: Assistance for households facing energy emergencies, such as disconnection or lack of heat.
HE+ HVAC Program Services: Provides assistance to eligible households when their primary heating system is inoperable or unsafe.
How to Apply:
Online: Energybenefit.wi.gov
Phone: 866-HEATWIS (432-8947)
In-Person: Contact the local WHEAP agency or Community Action Agency
Weatherization Assistance Program:
Purpose: Provides energy efficiency improvements to eligible homes, helping reduce energy bills.
Services:
Energy audits to identify areas for improvement.
Energy-saving improvements, such as air sealing, insulation, and heating system repairs.
Eligibility: Open to homeowners, renters, and landlords who rent to income-eligible tenants.
Keep Wisconsin Warm/Cool Fund:
Purpose: A statewide nonprofit charitable effort to help vulnerable Wisconsin residents with energy-related emergencies.
Contact: 1-800-891-WARM (9276) or visit kwwf.org.
West CAP Energy Assistance:
Purpose: Provides energy assistance to households in specific counties, including those in Walworth County.
Contact: Visit westcap.org.
We Energies:
Purpose: Offers payment arrangements and energy assistance options for customers in their service territory.
Contact: Visit we-energies.com.

This application is for regular Energy Assistance, HE+ Program Services (HVAC and Water Conservation), and Weatherization benefits. See below for more information: