ABOUT US
Our Re-entry Service Center is based in Wausau, WI since 2010. With a team of highly qualified and experienced volunteers offering wrap around services, we have reforming recently released inmates
Your Trusted Reentry Service Center in Wausau, Wisconsin
On Friday, November 26, 2010, Open Door opened their doors for the first time. It was 5:00 a.m. and we had 3 volunteers. The coffee was on and slowly the guests started trickling in. We were able to offer them weather appropriate clothes, toiletries and a hot cup of coffee and conversation.
Fast forward almost 10 years, we still open our doors at 5:00 a.m. Sometimes there are people waiting at the door when our volunteers arrive. Besides clothes, coffee and conversation; we offer hygiene products, use of a computer, use of a telephone, a chance to sign up for a mentoring program or attend life skills classes.
The Open DoorMCW-CW student Shane White shares his work with The Open Door of Marathon County, a local organization dedicated to helping recently released inmates. Come learn more about Shane’s partnership with The Open Door at MCW-CW’s Student Project Showcase event on Wednesday, September 18! Poster presentations start at 5:00 pm at UW CCE, 625 Stewart Ave, Wausau.
Posted by Medical College of Wisconsin- Central Wisconsin on Friday, September 13, 2019
Creating a lower rate of recidivism in the state.
We Provide a Personal Approach to ReEntry
We have gone from serving 400 people our first year to serving over 4000 in 2016, and over 7,000 visitors in 2019.
A hub of resources. We have become a clearing house of community resources to help the newly released meet their immediate needs and help them achieve their long term goals.
After ten years, our outreach has broadened, our services have expanded but our focus is still the same.
We provide the newly released with a second chance and the tools to be successful.
Over 10 Years Reputation For Excellence
With a professional team and the latest innovations and most advanced technology, we’re proud to give our guests the best resources possible.
MEET OUR STAFF/ VOLUNTEERS
Anne Drow
When she’s not at work, she can be found at home with her husband and family, reading a book or anywhere near water. She can be reached during normal business hours at 715-848-4044 or email us or stop by at 319 N 4th Street, Suite 2 (entrance is in the back).
Sarah Westberg
When not in the office, Sarah can be found with her family or playing with her two rambunctious cats. She can be reached during normal business hours at 715-848-4044 or at opendoor319@gmail.com.
Meet Our Board of Directors
President: Cynthia Diesen
Vice President: John Prey
Secretary: Linda Glazner
Treasurer: Sarah Westberg
Executive Director: Anne Drow
Past President: Linda Glazner
Board Member: Bill Panzigrau
Board Member: Mark "Oddball" Lemma
Board Member: Christina Nutter
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Contact Us
We have many programs available for you. Reach out to us today.
GET IN TOUCH WITH US!
Thank you for your interest in our reentry service center. If you have any question regarding how you can donate or volunteer, we encourage you to call us today.
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+1 (715) 848-4044
LOCATED BEHIND
St Paul’s United Church of Christ
426 Washington St, Wausau, WI
Entrance behind church, off of 5th Street parking lot
OUR MAIN OFFICE
319 4th St, Suite Number 2
Wausau, WI 54403
Our reentry service center is based in Wausau since 2010. With a team of highly-qualified and experienced volunteers, we created an unique environment for recently released inmates.
QUICK LINKS
CONTACT
Phone number
(715) 848-4044
opendoor319@gmail.com
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday-Friday: 5:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Sunday: 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Holidays: Open