Community Resources

The below resources are available to Near West Side community members facing immediate insecurities in terms of food, housing, or other basic necessities.

Community Support Services


  • 24/7 assistance and information on a wide variety of non-emergency family, financial, health and social service issues.
    Phone: 211

  • Near West Side Homeless Intervention Team
    Coordinates efforts to support the health and welfare of the community and establishes pathways to permanent quality housing for all residents. Led by the Near West Side Community Prosecutor, the Homeless Intervention Team use a collaborative, multi-sector approach that aims to create a healthy and safe environment for everyone by focusing on outreach, engagement, and community connections for long-term, sustainable results.
    Jesica Ballenger
    Community Prosecutor 鈥� Near West Side
    Milwaukee District Attorney's Office
    (414) 232-6630


  • Resources and programs around economic development, housing, unified neighborhood identity and greater safety for residents and businesses.
    (414) 933-0640
    outreach@nearwestsidepartners.org

Safety and Law Enforcement

Food Services

  • continually updates an interactive map of emergency food distribution sites throughout Milwaukee.
  • , operated by Hunger Task Force, helps match eligible seniors with food distribution programs.
  • operates a food pantry.
  • serves hot dinner six days a week.

Housing and Rental Assistance

  • provides access to emergency services for residents including housing, energy and rent assistance, and family services.
  • Near West Side Partners'  provides a list of well-maintained rental properties with reputable landlords.

Emergency Shelters

 provides a search tool for homeless shelters by county and city. Homeless shelters in or close to the Near West Side include:

  • 830 N. 19th Street
    Milwaukee, WI 53233
    (414)-344-2211
  • 1216 N. 13th Street
    Milwaukee, WI 53205
    (414) 345-3240
  • 830 N. 19th Street
    Milwaukee, WI 53233
    (414)-344-2211 
  • 1131 N. 21st Street
    Milwaukee, WI 53233
    (414)-344-5745

Personal Safety and Domestic Violence

If you are in immediate danger, please call 911.

  • of Aurora Health Care offers support for domestic violence and sexual assault survivors with emergency services, counseling, and emotional support.
  • provides various forms of support those dealing with domestic violence and helps create a path to safety for victims.
  • The City of Milwaukee Health Department, Commission on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault compiled a list of .

Mental Health

  • Times of crisis often take an emotional toll on individuals. Those experiencing anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions can locate professional mental health services available in Milwaukee through .

Business Resources

  • The Near West Side Safety Working Team developed the to help small businesses implement best practices to improve safety and security of their properties and the neighborhood. The guide shares commonly accepted best practices to address security challenges, and includes a reference section, which businesses may use for further advice on particular security and safety situations.
  • Milwaukee Police Department  are available to report criminal or nuisance activities.