by ADRC SW WI | Apr 1, 2020 | Caregiving, Dementia, Latest News, Senior Care
We, at the ADRC of Southwest Wisconsin, are committed, now more than ever, to providing the same services we always have. Our staff are still available to offer a myriad of services to consumers in our area.We have adjusted our processes and some of our procedures to...
by ADRC SW WI | Mar 30, 2020 | Caregiving, Community, Dementia, Latest News
Dementia caregivers are often solo caregivers of a Person with Dementia (PWD) for ten or more years before reaching out for help from skilled nursing facilities or assisted living and memory care communities. The stress, exhaustion, and intense level of care involved...
by ADRC SW WI | Mar 30, 2020 | Caregiving, Community, Dementia, Latest News
Strategies for Caregivers during Isolation by Pam Kul-Berg, Dementia Care Specialist, ADRC of Southwest WI To combat the isolation, frustration and restlessness that comes with being “cooped up” with the corona quarantine, consider the following advice: Keep or...
by ADRC SW WI | May 5, 2017 | Caregiving, Latest News, Prevention
CAREGIVERS HAVE RIGHTS, TOO! By Jane Mahoney, Older American’s Act Consultant, Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources It happens gradually. She needs a little help balancing the checkbook. There are other bills on the counter not getting paid. The layer of...