FoodShare: News for Members
FoodShare and Medicaid in the news
Government programs have been in the news lately as lawmakers work on budget proposals. Nothing has changed at this time. For now, continue to take care of your health and well-being, and:
- Use your benefits for prescriptions, doctor’s visits, ongoing treatments, and more.
- Make sure we have your current contact information on file. Log into ACCESS (ACCESS in Spanish) to check your address, phone, and email.
- Read any mail, texts, and email messages you get from us. We'll let you know if there are changes to FoodShare, BadgerCare Plus, or other Medicaid programs that impact you.
You can always check back here for the latest information.
Other news
Replacement benefits available
FoodShare members who lost food due to storms or power outages can request replacement benefits within 10 days of the food loss.
Log in to ACCESS (ACCESS in Spanish) and click “Food Benefits Replacement Request” in the left menu. Or call your agency to request them by phone. | July 7, 2025
Additional support programs are available to you
If you get FoodShare, you might also qualify for other types of help.
Check out some of the available programs for health care, housing and utilities, and prescription drugs. You can even look into additional food programs like school meals and the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). | July 1, 2025
Restart FoodShare by meeting the work requirement
Lost FoodShare due to not meeting the work requirement?
You can get benefits again by meeting the work requirement for 30 days, showing you will meet the work requirement in 30 days, having an exemption, or having good cause. You may need to reapply to get benefits again. | July 1, 2025
Explore the MyACCESS app to view FoodShare information
Did you know that you can use the MyACCESS mobile App to get information about your FoodShare benefits?
Within the app you can check your current QUEST card balance, learn more about your next deposit, and review 90 days of past activity. | June 30, 2025
Free Certified Direct Care Professional (CDCP) Training Available
FoodShare members can train to become a certified direct care professional through the WisCaregiver Careers program.
Participating in WisCaregiver Careers is free, and the training could help you find a job. It could also help you meet the work requirement. | June 1, 2025
FSET program referral letter updated
To assist members with enrolling in FSET, we updated our referral letter. The letter now contains more information about the FSET agency you were referred to, and tells you the first month when you can enroll.
FoodShare members over 15 can participate in FSET, and being in FSET meets the work requirement. | May 1, 2025