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NOTICE !
To Grant County Citizens
Unified Community Services of Grant & Iowa Counties
Grant County Department of Social Services
WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING
When: Monday, July 7th
Time: 5:00pm
Where: Community Services Bldg. Lobby Conference Room
8820 Hwy. 35/61 South
Lancaster, WI 53813
OR
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88250643355?pwd=G1vWgtfSafOiqCkPOrFSqPTldBJ7da.1
Meeting ID: 882 5064 3355
Passcode: 023947
• +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
Topic: 2026 budgets & programs for the above departments
Programs and services to be addressed: Abused and neglected children and adults, community mental health, developmental disabilities, alcoholism and drug abuse services, juvenile delinquents, elderly, children and families, and the Alzheimer’s Program.
This is your opportunity to express concerns, expectations, and proposals of services and programs for Grant County. Federal programs are NOT subject for discussion; examples are Food Stamps, General Relief, Fuel Assistance, and Medical Assistance.
Written comments must be received by August 31, 2025. Please send to:
Grant County Department of Social Services OR Unified Community Services
ATTN: LeaAnne Smith ATTN: Holly Knapp
PO BOX 447 200 W Alona LN
Lancaster WI 53813 Lancaster, WI 53813
For further information, call:
LeaAnne Smith
(608) 723-2136, Ext. 1141
The building is handicapped accessible.
Notice
TO ALL INTERESTED GRANT COUNTY CITIZENS
Your help is needed to develop the 2026 programs and plans for the Grant County Department of Social Services, Unified Community Service of Grant and Iowa Counties.
Public Hearing
A public hearing will be held on Monday, July 7th at 5:00pm Via Zoom and at the Community Service Building, 8820 Hwy 35/61 South, Lancaster, Wisconsin. If you are unable to attend this hearing, please complete the following questionnaire or send your personal letter to Grant County Department of Social Services, ATTN: LeaAnne Smith, PO Box 447, Lancaster WI 53813 or ATTN: Holly Knapp, 200 W Alona LN, Lancaster, WI 53813 by August 31, 2025.
This questionnaire and the hearing do not apply to financial assistance programs administered by the Department of Social Services.
Questionnaire
The following groups of citizens receive services from Unified Community Services, Department of Social Services. For each group, please check if you believe that the current level of services to the following target groups should remain about the same, be increased, or be decreased.
If you check “increase” or “decrease,” please specify which services and/or give examples under that group.
- Abused or neglected children: same increase decrease
Comments:
- Mental Health: same increase decrease
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- Delinquents: same increase decrease
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4. Substance use treatment: same increase decrease
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5. Victims of Domestic abuse: same increase decrease
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6. Developmental Disabilities: same increase decrease
(Examples: Autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual disability, or other neurological condition.
Comments:
7. Unmarried Parents: same increase decrease
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- Elderly: same increase decrease
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9. Physically Disabled: same increase decrease
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10. Children and Families: same increase decrease
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11. Transportation: same increase decrease
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Additional Comments:
In the past year, have you or your immediate family received services from:
Unified Community Services Yes No
Department of Social Services Yes No
Please comment on the services received:
Thank you for your help. Sign your name if you wish:______________________________
PLEASE FOLD AND MAIL TO ADDRESS BELOW
Grant County Department of Social Services OR Unified Community Services
ATTN: LeaAnne Smith ATTN: Holly Knapp
PO BOX 447 200 W Alona LN
Lancaster WI 53813 Lancaster, WI 53813
Learn how VA can help you prioritize your mental health so you can be the best version of yourself. Do it for yourself, do it for your health. Learn more about resources for Veteran at VA: Mentalhealth.va.gov/mental-health-recovery/index.asp
Grant County Historical Museum FREE ADMISSION on Saturday, April 26th, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
135 E Maple Street, Lancaster, WI 53813
This is worth celebrating! The week of April 21-26, 2025 is designated “Sonny Days in Lancaster.” It will be a week full of giving back, paying it forward, and spreading some sunshine throughout the community in honor of Sonny Tiedemann and his family.
Charles “Sonny” Tiedemann was a disabled boy, born to Charlie and Iva Tiedemann in 1914. Sonny got his nickname because of his sunny disposition, despite his disabilities. Charlie was the baker at the Purity Bakery here in Lancaster from 1916-1946. Sonny’s parents had a special car built for Sonny that allowed him to pedal short distances on sidewalks and interact with people.
Long story short, because the people of Lancaster were so nice to Sonny, his family left part of their estate, $4.33 million, to the Lancaster Community Fund in 2014. The people of Lancaster have benefited greatly from this generous donation and will continue to do so far into the future. Join us at the museum on Saturday, April 26th to see Sonny’s peddle car and celebrate!
Interested in learning more about addiction?
Watch this 4 minute video to learn more about addiction and how it is a physiological disease.
https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/how-an-addicted-brain-works
Free Parenting Classes!
Triple P is often mentioned in research as a good program. They are offering it for free, and it’s virtual! This is a great opportunity, as it is expensive to implement programs like this. Click on explore our upcoming classes for more information.
Thank you, Snowplow Drivers!
Grant County Thanks Our Snowplow Heroes!
Today, December 2, 2024, we honor the incredible dedication of our snowplow drivers, who work tirelessly to help keep 2,128 miles of state, county, and local roadways clear and safe each winter, even in the harshest weather. These unsung heroes sacrifice time with their families to ensure we can get to work, school, medical appointments, and beyond.
Let’s show gratitude by driving cautiously, slowing down, and giving them the necessary space to do their vital work. Together, we can stay safe this winter. Thank you, snowplow drivers, for keeping our community moving! 
