In addition to books, we also provide access to reliable online content.
If you have a quick question, call (608) 835-3656, email orelib [at] oregonlibrary.org (subject: Tech%20Help) (orelib[at]oregonlibrary[dot]org), or stop by. If you think help will take more than 15 minutes, Request a 1 on 1 Learning Session.
| Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| 2024 Oregon Public Library Community Resource Guide (PDF) | This locally created guide includes local social services and other relevant community resources. |
| ACCESS Wisconsin | Connection to programs for health, nutrition, child care, and employment. |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County | Matching children with caring adults to help guide them to success. |
| Child Care Resources and Referrals | An accredited Wisconsin Child Care Resource and Referral agency. |
| Dane County Human Services | Social services for Dane county residents. |
| Oregon Area Food Pantry | Serves residents who need assistance supplementing their supply of food. |
| United Way 2-1-1 | An information and referral service that connects people to a variety of resources. |
Crisis Intervention
| Resource | Description | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Briar Patch | Provides housing services for at-risk and homeless teens, and services for teen-parent conflicts and runaways. | (608) 251-1126 2720 Rimrock Rd, Madison |
| Child Protective Services | Offers an array of services for families and children who experience child abuse and/or neglect. | M-F 7:45-430pm: (608) 261-KIDS After hours: (608) 255-6067 |
| Dane County Rape Crisis* | Provides services to the survivors (and their family and friends) of all forms of past or recent sexual violence. | 24/7 Helpline: (608) 251-7273 |
| Domestic Abuse Intervention* | Offers a wide array of crisis intervention services including community education, prevention programs, legal advocacy, and the only domestic violence shelter for all of Dane County. | 24/7 Helpline: (608) 251-4445 |
| Elder Abuse Hotline | Call the Elder Abuse and Neglect Helpline to report suspected abuse or neglect of adults age 60 and older. These situations may involve physical, emotional, financial or sexual abuse, neglect by others or self neglect. danecountyhumanservices.org/aging/ElderAbuse | (608) 261-9933 |
| Journey Mental Health Center* | Provides services to children and adults suffering from mental health crises. | (608) 280-2700 |
| Neighbors in Need of Assistance | The NINA Fund assists families in the OregonBrooklyn School district who have children under 18 with funding for rent and utilities. | Contact Ryan Estrella estrella [at] countyofdane.com or (608) 273-6342 |
| OutReach | Works to create a community where the presence and contributions of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender persons are welcomed and celebrated and where civil rights of all people are valued and respected. | (608) 255-8582 2701 International Ln #101, Madison |
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Housing & Food Resources
| Resource | Description | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| ACCESS Wisconsin | Apply for and manage your state of Wisconsin benefits and programs in one place, at any time. | (888) 362-3002 |
| The Beacon | A comprehensive day resource center for people who are experiencing homelessness in Dane County. Along with basic needs services, also provides access to social services agencies. | (608) 826-8040 615 E Washington Ave, Madison |
| Briarpatch | Provides housing services for at-risk and homeless teens, and services for teen-parent conflicts and runaways. | (608) 251-1126 2720 Rimrock Rd, Madison |
| Community Action Coalition | Offers a free clothing center, housing case management and programs supporting those in need (such as Koats for Kids). | (608) 246-4730 1717 N. Stoughton Rd, Madison |
| Dane County CORE | A partnership between the City of Madison, Dane County and the Tennant Resource Center to provide emergency rental assistance to those impacted by COVID-19 which is different than the assistance provided by the CARES Act. | core.tenantresourcecenter.org |
| Joining Forces for Families | A community-based voluntary program that works together with local partners to assist families. Information regarding local housing and financial assistance is also available. | Contact Ryan Estrella estrella [at] countyofdane.com or (608) 273-6342 |
| Neighbors in Need of Assistance | The NINA Fund assists families in the OregonBrooklyn School district who have children under 18 with funding for rent and utilities. | Contact Ryan Estrella estrella [at] countyofdane.com or (608) 273-6342 |
| Oregon Area Senior Center | Works with residents age 60 and over on housing issues of all sorts. | (608) 835-5801 219 Park St, Oregon |
| Oregon Area Food Pantry | People living in the Oregon School District that need some help with food, can come to the Pantry to pick up their choice of perishable and non-perishable foods at no cost. | 107 Alpine Pkwy, Oregon (608) 246-HELP oregonfoodpantry [at] hotmail.com (oregonfoodpantry[at]hotmail[dot]com) |
| OSD Housing Resource | If you have a student(s) attending Oregon School District and are struggling to maintain regular housing, you may be eligible for educational related support | Students K-6 Teresa Nicholas mnicholas [at] oregonsd.net (mnicholas[at]oregonsd[dot]net) (608) 835-4180 Grades 7-12 Amie Mitchell ammitchell [at] oregonsd.net (ammitchell[at]oregonsd[dot]net) (608) 835-4471 |
| Tellurian UCAN | Works directly with homeless individuals and families in breaking the cycle of homelessness. Tellurian has operated a continuum of homeless services including emergency shelter, transitional housing, permanent housing, street outreach and training. | (608) 222-7311 |
| Tenant Resource Center* | Promotes positive relations between tenants and landlords throughout Dane County. Provides information and referrals, education about rental rights and responsibilities, and access to conflict resolution. No walk in services due to COVID-19 | (608) 257-0006 |
| Wisconsin Department of Veteran Affairs | Provides benefits, programs and services to state residents who entered active duty from Wisconsin and continue to reside in the state. | (800) 947-8387 |
| Emergency Assistance | Emergency Assistance is a one-time payment that can help low-income parents pay an emergency housing or utility-related expense available through our local Wisconsin Works (W2) Agency. | dcf.wisconsin.gov/ea |
*Servicios ofrecidos en Español
Education & Childcare Resources
| Resource | Description | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Community Coordinated Child Care Inc (4-C)* | A network of Child Care Resource & Referral agencies focusing on childcare (including sitters) and education. | (608) 271-9181 |
| Early Head Start | Home visitation program for pregnant women or families with a child under the age of 3 who meet federal income guidelines. | (608) 695-4455 |
| Literacy Network* | Teaches reading, writing, communication, and computer skills to Dane County adults so they can achieve financial security, well-being, and deeper engagement with their families and the community. | (608) 244-3911 701 Dane St, Madison |
| Oregon School District | Serves over 4,100 students from 10 municipalities in 3 counties. | (608) 835-4091 123 E. Grove St, Oregon |
| Oregon Youth Center | Offers activities, homework help, snacks, and a safe, supervised space for young people in grades 5-9. It is free, drop-in afterschool program. | (608) 886-9093 110 N. Oak St, Oregon |
| RISE Wisconsin | Offers instruction, support, emergency child care, respite childcare, in-home visits and resources that parents need to meet the challenges of parenting, and create a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for their children. | (608) 250-6634 |
*Servicios ofrecidos en Español