Columbia County Resources

211 Wisconsin (Columbia County)

Free statewide information and referral for health, housing, food, transportation, and crisis resources.

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Columbia County ADRC Transportation

Non-emergency medical, nutrition, and wellness transportation for Columbia County residents age 60+ and people with disabilities.

608-742-9233

Columbia County Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)

Information, benefit counseling, and long-term care options for older adults and people with disabilities. 111 East Mullett Street, Portage.

888-742-9233

Columbia County Behavioral Health Services

County mental health and substance abuse services on a sliding fee scale for eligible residents. 111 East Mullett Street, Portage.

608-742-9227

Columbia County Comprehensive Community Services (CCS)

Medicaid-funded psychosocial rehabilitation for eligible Columbia County youth and adults with mental health or substance use needs.

608-742-9227

Columbia County Crisis Services

County behavioral health crisis linkage and follow-up for Columbia County residents. 111 East Mullett Street, Portage.

888-552-6642

Columbia County Health and Human Services

County hub for behavioral health, aging, disability, and social services. 111 East Mullett Street, Portage.

608-742-9227

HOPE House of South Central Wisconsin (Columbia County)

24/7 confidential helpline, shelter, and advocacy for domestic violence and sexual assault survivors in Columbia, Adams, Sauk, Juneau, and Marquette counties.

800-584-6790

MTM Medical Transportation (Columbia County)

Non-emergency medical transportation for Medicaid and BadgerCare Plus members in Columbia County.

866-907-1493

NAMI Wisconsin (Columbia County)

Statewide mental illness education, support, and advocacy. Virtual support groups available.

800-950-6264

Northwest Connections Crisis Line (Columbia County)

24/7 mental health and substance use crisis line contracted by Columbia County. Mobile crisis services available when needed.

888-552-6642

Columbia County Outpatient AODA Services

County-funded outpatient substance abuse counseling and treatment coordination for eligible Columbia County residents.

608-742-9227

Columbia County OWI Assessment (IDP)

State-designated intoxicated driver program assessments through Pauquette Center for Psychological Services. 2901 Hunters Trail, Portage. Assessment fee $300.

608-742-5518

Columbia County OWI Treatment Court

Post-conviction treatment court for high-risk OWI offenders with phased sobriety monitoring and treatment. Coordinator Jamie Ziegler, Portage.

608-742-9720

Pauquette Center — AODA Counseling (Columbia County)

Outpatient AODA counseling and psychological services in Portage. Also serves as state-designated OWI assessment provider for Columbia County.

608-742-5518

Wisconsin Addiction Recovery Helpline (Columbia County)

Free statewide support for substance use concerns, treatment options, and recovery resources.

211-877-947-2211

Wisconsin 511 — Road Conditions

Real-time traffic, incidents, and winter road conditions.

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Wisconsin DOT — Impaired Driving

Official statistics, laws, and safety education.

Tavern League of Wisconsin — SafeRide Program

Free rides home from participating TLW-member taverns statewide. Ask your bartender if their establishment offers SafeRide.

608-270-8591

TLW SafeRide Mobile App

Find nearby Tavern League members and SafeRide providers on Apple or Android.

Uber / Lyft

On-demand rides available in most Wisconsin metro and suburban areas.

SAMHSA National Helpline

Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information.

1-800-662-4357

Wisconsin DHS — Treatment Directory

State directory of certified alcohol and drug treatment providers.

Wisconsin BAC Limits Explained

Legal limits, implied consent, and what BAC levels mean for drivers in Wisconsin.

What Happens After a First OWI

Typical penalties, license consequences, and ignition interlock requirements.

Planning a Safe Ride Home

Rideshare, designated drivers, and staying overnight — practical options before you go out.

Ignition Interlock Devices in Wisconsin

Who needs one, how they work, and approved providers in Wisconsin.

SAMHSA National Helpline

Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral — 1-800-662-4357.

Wisconsin Impaired Driving Data

Official crash statistics and safety resources from Wisconsin DOT.

NHTSA Drunk Driving Facts

National data, research, and prevention resources from NHTSA.

Community Prevention Programs

Local coalitions, school programs, and community education initiatives.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Free, confidential 24/7 support for people in distress — call, text, or chat 988.

988

TLW SafeRide Mobile App

Find nearby Tavern League members and SafeRide providers on Apple or Android — free.

Tavern League of Wisconsin — SafeRide Program

Free rides home from participating TLW-member taverns. Ask your bartender if their establishment offers SafeRide.

608-270-8591

Crisis Text Line

Free, confidential 24/7 mental health support by text — text HOME to 741741.

Wisconsin DHS — Crisis Services

State directory of county crisis lines, mobile crisis teams, and emergency mental health resources.

Wisconsin DOT — Bureau of Driver Services

Official OWI assessment, driver safety plans, and license reinstatement information.