Wisconsin Community Services, Inc.

We’re proud to spotlight Megan Skaggs , Director of Youth Behavioral Health and Community-Based Peer Specialist Programs at Wisconsin Community Services. With nearly 18 years of experience in social work, Megan has dedicated her career to supporting youth and families across a range of settings, from direct service to clinical crisis work. Today, in her leadership role at WCS, she supports both staff and the individuals served through youth behavioral health and community-based peer specialist programs. Approaching 7 years with WCS, Megan is passionate about being part of an organization that truly meets people where they are. She is driven by the impact she sees every day, whether big or small, as individuals make progress and move forward in their journeys. Her leadership reflects a deep commitment to care, community, and creating meaningful change. #WCS #EmployeeSpotlight #BehavioralHealth #CommunityImpact

At Wisconsin Community Services, we believe everyone deserves access to care that meets them where they are. Unlimited Potential (UP) is an Integrated Behavioral Health Clinic, providing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring services for children, adolescents, adults, and families across our community. Through a person-centered, recovery-oriented approach, UP supports individuals navigating needs such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and more, offering care that is both compassionate and evidence-based. Our experienced therapists work alongside each individual to create a treatment plan that reflects their goals, strengths, and lived experiences, because recovery and healing is not one-size-fits-all. At its core, Unlimited Potential is about creating a welcoming space where individuals feel seen, supported, and empowered to move forward in their life and recovery. Learn more about WCS programs at https://lnkd.in/g7yvH6fb #WCS #BehavioralHealth #MentalHealthMatters #CommunityCare

Curious about what community building really looks like in action? 👀 Join us and experience it for yourself. Our programs are interactive and designed to help you build real connection, trust, and collaboration skills you can use anywhere—work, school, or everyday life. ✨ Upcoming FREE opportunities: 60-minute Intro Session — Tuesday, 6/9 3-Day Workshop — June 10–12 1-Day Skills Training — Saturday, 6/13 All events are open to the public, free to attend, and Continuing Education credits are available. Come learn by doing and be part of something meaningful. Spots are limited, so don’t wait to sign up! https://lnkd.in/g9kZkkDG

Happy Mother’s Day! We honor the mothers, caregivers, and maternal figures who provide strength, support, and stability in the lives of those around them. At Wisconsin Community Services, we see every day the powerful role caregivers play in building resilience and creating pathways forward, often while navigating challenges of their own. To all the mothers in our community: thank you for your care, your perseverance, and the impact you make every day. #MothersDay #WCS #CommunityCare #FamilySupport

Congratulations to the incredible team at Bakari Center on being recognized at the 26th Annual WACYCP Youth Work Awards Celebration held at 88.9 Radio Milwaukee! We are proud to celebrate: - Teri Palmer-Stanback, MS, LPC-IT: Youth Worker of the Year in Mental & Behavioral Health Youth Work - Shaquan Dickerson: Youth Worker of the Year in Out of Home Care - Rick Wojciechowski: Nominee for the Youth Work Lifetime Achievement Award - Wesley Hicks: Nominee for Youth Work Supervisor of the Year - Ian Wilson: Nominee for Youth Work Newcomer of the Year We also want to recognize Star DeLuca for her leadership and service as a board member for WACYCP. These recognitions reflect the passion, dedication, and impact Bakari Center staff bring to youth and families every day. We’re proud to see their work celebrated across the community. #WCS #BakariCenter #YouthWork #CommunityImpact #Milwaukee

Program Spotlight: Peers Empowering Peers At Wisconsin Community Services, we know that recovery is stronger with connection. The Peers Empowering Peers program pairs individuals in treatment with trained peer specialists, people who bring lived experience with mental health and substance use recovery. Through one-on-one support, coaching, and connection to resources, participants are empowered to turn their recovery goals into action. This person-centered program supports individuals by: - Navigating transitions between treatment providers - Building supportive relationships and community connections - Connecting to essential resources like housing, employment, and transportation - Staying engaged with care and follow-up appointments Peer specialists walk alongside participants, not just during treatment, but also after to help ensure continued stability and success. Because recovery doesn’t happen alone, it happens in community. #WCS #RecoverySupport #PeerSupport #MentalHealth #CommunityCare

Mental Health Awareness Month Mental health is the #1 health issue in Milwaukee County and the need continues to grow. Every year, more than 17,000 individuals come to Wisconsin Community Services seeking support, stability, and a path forward. This month, we’re raising awareness and reaffirming our commitment to meeting people where they are, with care, dignity, and compassion. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #WCS #MentalHealthMatters #Milwaukee

Thanks Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, for coming by our Wisconsin Ave. Campus to talk about updates and renovations to our second floor program space. Please check out the link and learn more about our future and how you can get involved!

From Conflict to Confidence When T.C. first connected with WCS’s Violence Reduction Program at Vincent High School, it was through a peer mediation that could have escalated. Instead, she chose growth. With mentorship and support, T.C. has transformed that moment into a powerful journey, maintaining a 3.4 GPA, exploring college opportunities, volunteering in her community, and building confidence as a leader. What started as conflict became an opportunity for success. We’re proud of her progress and the impact of VRP in supporting students every day. #WCS #SuccessStory #YouthLeadership #CommunityImpact #Milwaukee

National Youth Violence Prevention Week This week, Wisconsin Community Services recognizes the importance of prevention, intervention, and support in addressing youth violence in our communities. At WCS, we work alongside young people every day through programs focused on mentorship, behavioral health, restorative justice, and workforce development, providing the tools, resources, and support they need to build safe, stable, and successful futures. Preventing youth violence starts with opportunity, connection, and care. It means investing in young people, listening to their experiences, and creating pathways that empower them to thrive. We remain committed to building safer communities by supporting youth where they are and helping them move toward where they want to be. #YouthViolencePreventionWeek #WCS #CommunityImpact #YouthSupport #Milwaukee