Elderly Services | Adult Disability Services | Benefits
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Who We Are
We’re here to help older people and people with disabilities – along with their families and caregivers – find services and resources to keep them living well and independently.We help: Adults age 60 and older, Adults with physical or developmental disabilities
Our Mission
The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Southwest Wisconsin is dedicated to providing older adults and people with physical or developmental/intellectual disabilities with the resources needed to live with dignity and security, and achieve maximum independence and quality of life. The goal of the ADRC is to empower individuals to to make informed choices and to streamline access to the appropriate services and supports.
Hand In Hand
Adult Day Center
Our mission is to provide older adults the opportunity to build and maintain social, cognitive, and physical skills.
Tuesday & Friday * 9:30 am – 2:30 pm *
Program Location:
2227 4th Street
Monroe, WI 53566
(United Methodist Church)
What services do we offer?
- An inclusive, warm, ‘family’ atmosphere
- Fun physical exercises to keep joints/muscles flexible
- Stimulating mental activities
- Crafts
- Group games
- Delicious full noon meal
- Medication reminders
- Nutritious snacks
- Transportation available
- Musical entertainment
- Community outings
- Local speakers
Positive Outcomes for participants:
- Foster a sense of belonging, purpose
- Rekindle old hobbies and learn new ones
- Reduce depression
- Improve mental agility
- Stronger, more flexible joints & muscles
Who can attend?
- Older adults facing health and social changes who want to participate in fun, stimulating, and meaningful activities
What about cost?
- Scholarships available
- Other funding options possible
- Complimentary first visit
For more information contact the Aging Programs Coordinator at 608-328-9499.
Taking care of someone can be hard, even when it’s someone you love. Caring for a loved one can impact every aspect of your life. Preparing and protecting yourself, working to understand your loved one’s experience, and embracing help from others can help to enhance the joys of your caregiving experience. Contact the ADRC is you or someone you know could use a little extra help. Our support group meets monthly on the Third Tuesday from 10:30 to Noon at the Dodgeville Public Library. Refreshments are served.
ADRC TAXI – The ADRC Taxi provides transportation to City of Dodgeville residents on Wednesdays and Fridays. The hours of operation for the ADRC Taxi are 7:45am – 3:45pm on Wednesdays and Fridays. The taxi service is limited to stops within Dodgeville city limits plus Blain’s Farm & Fleet. Fees are charged for this service. Please call 608-553-0590 to organize your taxi service needs.
Reservations are required and can be made by calling the ADRC at (608) 328-9499. Priority is given to older people and people with disabilities. If space is available, we provide transportation to anyone of any age who requests a ride. Reservations can be made at any time, but must be made at least one day prior to the trip.
These are open to any Green County resident with priority given to those age 55+ or disabled. Please call the ADRC at 608-328-9499.
ADRC TAXI – The ADRC Taxi provides transportation to City of Dodgeville residents on Wednesdays and Fridays. The hours of operation for the ADRC Taxi are 7:45am – 3:45pm on Wednesdays and Fridays. The taxi service is limited to stops within Dodgeville city limits plus Blain’s Farm & Fleet. Fees are charged for this service. Please call 608-553-0590 to organize your taxi service needs.
Hand In Hand
Adult Day Center
Our mission is to provide older adults the opportunity to build and maintain social, cognitive, and physical skills.
Tuesday & Friday * 9:30 am – 2:30 pm *
Program Location:
2227 4th Street
Monroe, WI 53566
(United Methodist Church)
What services do we offer?
- An inclusive, warm, ‘family’ atmosphere
- Fun physical exercises to keep joints/muscles flexible
- Stimulating mental activities
- Crafts
- Group games
- Delicious full noon meal
- Medication reminders
- Nutritious snacks
- Transportation available
- Musical entertainment
- Community outings
- Local speakers
Positive Outcomes for participants:
- Foster a sense of belonging, purpose
- Rekindle old hobbies and learn new ones
- Reduce depression
- Improve mental agility
- Stronger, more flexible joints & muscles
Who can attend?
- Older adults facing health and social changes who want to participate in fun, stimulating, and meaningful activities
What about cost?
- Scholarships available
- Other funding options possible
- Complimentary first visit
For more information contact the Aging Programs Coordinator at 608-328-9499.
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Talk with a friendly professional toll-free:
800.514.0066
Or contact a local office:
Iowa County - Dodgeville, WI608.930.9835Green County - Monroe, WI608.328.9499
Grant County - Lancaster, WI608.723.6113
Lafayette County - Darlington, WI608.776.4960