Dane County Resources

211 Wisconsin (Dane County)

24/7 information and referral to health, human, and social service organizations throughout Wisconsin. Dial 211.

211

ADRC of Dane County

Aging and Disability Resource Center for benefits counseling, long-term care options, caregiver support, and transportation coordination.

608-240-7400

Dane County Behavioral Health Resource Center (BHRC)

Free non-crisis navigation connecting Dane County residents to mental health and substance use services regardless of insurance. 818 W. Badger Rd., Ste. 102, Madison.

608-267-2244

Dane County Comprehensive Community Services (CCS)

Medicaid-funded community-based mental health and substance use rehabilitation for eligible Dane County residents.

608-242-6415

DAIS — Domestic Abuse Intervention Services

24-hour domestic violence help line, emergency shelter, and legal advocacy for Dane County residents. Text line: 608-420-4638.

608-251-4445

Dane County Department of Human Services

County department providing behavioral health, aging, disability, economic support, and protective services. 1 W. Wilson St., Madison.

608-242-6200

Journey Mental Health Center Crisis Line

24/7 Dane County suicide prevention hotline with walk-in crisis assessment and hospital response. 49 Kessel Court, Madison.

608-280-2600

Journey Mental Health Center Outpatient Services

Outpatient mental health and substance use counseling, psychiatry, and case management for Dane County residents. 25 Kessel Court, Madison.

608-280-2720

Madison Metro Paratransit

ADA complementary paratransit for riders who cannot use fixed-route buses due to a disability. Serves Madison and surrounding metro-area communities.

608-266-4466

Madison Metro Transit

Fixed-route public bus service throughout Madison and surrounding Dane County communities including Fitchburg, Middleton, and Sun Prairie.

608-266-4466

MTM Medical Transportation (Dane County)

Wisconsin Medicaid and BadgerCare Plus non-emergency medical transportation for eligible members without other travel options.

866-907-1493

NAMI Dane County

Peer support groups, education, and advocacy for mental health recovery serving Dane County residents.

Journey Mental Health — OWI Assessment (CAU)

Court-ordered intoxicated driver program assessments and driver safety plans for Dane County residents. 49 Kessel Court, Madison.

608-280-2630

Dane County OWI Treatment Court

Court-supervised treatment program for eligible repeat OWI offenders. Applications submitted to JusticePoint at DCReferral@JusticePoint.org.

608-895-3865

RCC Sexual Violence Resource Center

24/7 confidential helpline and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence in Dane County. Spanish line: 608-258-2567.

608-251-7273

RSVP Driver Escort Program (Dane County)

Volunteer driver escort rides to medical appointments for adults age 60+ and people with disabilities in Dane County.

608-238-7787

Safe Communities of Madison–Dane County

Community coalition for suicide prevention, drug harm reduction, recovery coaching, and overdose spike alerts in Dane County.

608-441-3060

Public Health Madison & Dane County — Syringe Services

Free Narcan, fentanyl and xylazine test strips, and safer-use supplies at 2705 E. Washington Ave. and 2300 S. Park St., Madison.

608-243-0411

Tellurian Behavioral Health — Outpatient Treatment

County-approved outpatient and intensive outpatient substance use treatment for Dane County IDP driver safety plans. Madison locations.

608-222-7311

Dane County Transportation Call Center

Single point of entry for specialized transportation information, eligibility, and referrals for seniors and people with disabilities in Dane County.

608-242-6489

Wisconsin Addiction Recovery Helpline (Dane County)

24/7 confidential support for substance use concerns. Call 211 or 833-944-4673. Listed in Dane County behavioral health resource guides.

833-944-4673

Wisconsin 511 — Road Conditions

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

511

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.