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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.

 Please call us before planning to attend to be sure events are still scheduled as noted!!

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May
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Thu
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Caregiver Support Group – Night Time ~ Virtual Via Zoom
Tickets
May 13 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

For family, friends, and other caregivers who are caring for a person with chronic illness or disability.

-Ask questions
-Share tips
-Learn creative problem-solving techniques
-Find out about resources
-Discover that you are not alone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Categories: Green County
Survivors of Suicide Support Group @ Health & Human Services Center
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May 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Survivors of Suicide Support GroupThis group is open to any and all adults that have lost someone to suicide. Sue Judd, Facilitator.

2nd Thursday of each month

7:00 – 9:00 PM

Health & Human Services Center

303 W. Chapel Street, Dodgeville

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Categories: Iowa County
Evening Conversations ~ Virtual Via Zoom
Tickets
May 13 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Caring for someone living with dementia?

Connect with us virtually from the comfort of your home!

Join to ask questions, gain support, and brainstorm strategies to get through this time together with a local Dementia Care Specialist.

After registering you will receive the Zoom Video Conferencing Link and directions on how to connect.

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Categories: Green County
May
14
Fri
2021
ADRC Taxi @ City of Dodgeville
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May 14 @ 7:45 am – 3:30 pm

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 – 3:30pm 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.

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Categories: Iowa County
Grant County Taxi in Fennimore (Morning)
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May 14 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm

A wheelchair accessible, lowered floor mini van is used to transport people of ALL ages in Fennimore on Friday afternoon from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Cost is $2.00 each way and 50 cents for stops between the first and last one. Please contact 608-822-6644 for more information.

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Categories: Grant County
Hand In Hand Day Center @ Monroe United Methodist Church
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May 14 @ 9:30 am – 2:00 pm

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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Categories: Green County
Grant County Taxi in Boscobel (Afternoon)
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May 14 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

A wheelchair accessible, lowered floor mini van is used to transport people of ALL ages in Boscobel on Friday afternoons 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Cost is $2.00 each way and 50 cents for stops between the first and last one. Please contact 608-375-2275 for more information.

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Categories: Grant County
May
17
Mon
2021
ADRC-Rural TAXI @ ADRC, Iowa County
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May 17 @ 8:15 am – 4:00 pm

New to Iowa County! The ADRC Rural Taxi is available to Iowa County Residents on Mondays and Tuesdays, 8:15 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. It will travel anywhere throughout Iowa County. Call 608-930-9835 to schedule a ride and receive more details. Price is determined by mileage.

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Categories: Iowa County
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