During the pandemic, states had to keep people enrolled in Medicaid so they didn’t lose their insurance. Now that the health emergency declaration is over, that requirement has been phased out — which means people eligible for Medicaid have to re-enroll in their state’s program or find new insurance, if they’re not eligible. So, where […]
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Think the techy young people in your life are too techy to be scammed? Think again. According to data from the FTC, people in their twenties reported losing money to fraud at a higher rate than people in their seventies. So, if you count yourself an older adult, let’s use your accumulated knowledge this Older American’s Month. Reach […]
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Ever had a bad online shopping experience? Maybe you ordered one thing but got another. Or that new company never shipped your order, despite charging you. So, what do you do? If you can relate, you’re not alone. In 2022, online shopping scams were the second-most reported type of scam to the FTC. The good news […]
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Come out to Upham Woods on Saturday, April 22nd, from 10 am – 2 pm, to experience Earth Day fun! Sign-up for a guided activity or explore the property on your own: Sign-up to attend Upham Woods Earth Day! Location:N194 County Rd NWisconsin Dells, WI Earth Day Community Day Schedule: All-Day ActivitiesYou may stop-in for any […]
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You get a call. There’s a panicked voice on the line. It’s your grandson. He says he’s in deep trouble — he wrecked the car and landed in jail. But you can help by sending money. You take a deep breath and think. You’ve heard about grandparent scams. But darn, it sounds just like him. […]
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You could receive $ to replace, reconstruct, treat, or abandon your well or water system. Apply by December 24, 2024.
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The Affordable Connectivity Program was created by the FCC to help households struggling to pay for internet service. As part of that effort, the FCC is mobilizing people and organizations to help raise awareness about the ACP. The materials below are available for public use, and you can download and customize them to meet your […]
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Want your relationship to go the distance? Being in a relationship is not always easy- love takes learning. Whether you need help or just want to strengthen your relationship, finding trustworthy support can be difficult. UW-Madison Division of Extension is partnering with the University of Illinois Extension to provide an educational program for couples here […]
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Supporting youth and their mental health needs have been a growing concern for some time, and the pandemic only amplified the staggering needs of youth struggling to cope. Rates of anxiety, depression, and self-harm reported by young people have been increasing, and only one in four Wisconsin youth report that they receive the help they […]
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Scammers can be very convincing. You need to stay up to date with ideas about recognizing and avoiding scams. They call, email, and send text messages trying to get our money or personal information. They often target specific communities, including Latinos, and frequently use scare tactics. And, unfortunately, they’re good at what they do. So […]
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