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10/13/2026

October Showers of Hope Schedule! 💜

10/11/2026

We are sharing this again! One of our most popular posts and such an important topic.

What does housing stability mean? 📢

10/08/2026

Important Resource Alert 📢 See Below! ⬇

10/06/2026

Sharing from WI FACETS:

Have questions about IEP reevaluations or IEEs? This quick 30-minute session can help you better understand your options and rights.
Register: https://tinyurl.com/yhnmmw5b

10/04/2026

Sharing from Milwaukee County Department of Health & Human Services
Discover how the CCS program supports recovery and well-being, meet our diverse network of service providers, and experience live demonstrations in meditation, music therapy, and R&B flow.
📅 October 7, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 The King Center, 1531 W. Vliet St., Milwaukee

09/30/2026

available rentals listed below ⬇💜

09/28/2026

Sharing from Southwest Suburban Health Department they are offering a vaccine clinic for the flu. See dates below.

📅 Thursday, October 8th
📍 West Allis Senior Center (7001 W. National Ave. West Allis)
🕐 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

📅 Friday, October 16th
📍 Greenfield Public Library (5310 W. Layton Ave.)
🕐 2 - 3 p.m.

📅 Thursday, October 22nd
📍 West Allis Public Library (7421 W. National Ave.)
🕐 10 a.m. - Noon

📅 Wednesday, October 28th
📍 Greenfield City Hall (7325 W. Forest Home Ave.)
🕐 1:30 - 3 p.m.

09/26/2026

💙 COMMUNITY RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT: OWEN'S PLACE 💙

Looking for a safe space, resources, or support?

Owen's Place is a FREE drop-in community resource center for young people, with programming primarily focused on ages 16–24. Their goal is to help young people access resources, build skills, connect with others, and navigate the transition into adulthood.

🧠 What does Owen's Place offer?

✨ A welcoming space to connect and socialize
💻 Computer access
🧺 Laundry facilities
🍽️ Kitchen access
📚 Small library and resources
🎵 Music studio
🎨 Arts, recreation, and wellness activities
💼 Employment and interview opportunities
🤝 Help connecting to community resources and services
👕 Access to available basic needs items and community giveaways

Owen's Place also hosts workshops, support groups, career-related events, resource events, and other community activities.

📍 TWO MILWAUKEE LOCATIONS:

4610 W. Fond du Lac Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53216
📞 414-977-4249

504 W. National Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53204
📞 414-312-7821

🕙 Hours may vary:
Monday–Friday: 10 AM–6 PM
Alternating Saturdays: 10 AM–2 PM
Check with Owen's Place for current hours and programming.

09/24/2026

Wisconsin Department of Health Services shared some important information recently- see below:

Covering up a gambling problem becomes a game of its own. You try to hide it from family, friends, employers, or even yourself, until the day comes when you realize – it’s a game you just can’t win.
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, talk with the Wisconsin Council on . Folks there have heard it all and can .
➡ Call 800-426-2535
➡ Go to

The Wisconsin Council on Problem Gambling provides resources, public awareness, and education on gambling disorders while maintaining strict neutrality on the issue of legalized gambling.