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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!!
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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To register, contact the ADRC at 608-328-9499.
A wheelchair accessible, lowered floor mini van is used to transport people of ALL ages in Lancaster are Tuesdays & Thursdays from 7:30 a.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 608-723-6451 for more information.
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.
A wheelchair accessible, lowered floor mini van is used to transport people of ALL ages in Boscobel on Wednesday mornings 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 608-375-2275 for more information.
A wheelchair accessible, lowered floor mini van is used to transport people of ALL ages in Fennimore on Wednesday afternoons from 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 608-822-6644 for more information.
Dementia Support Group
Build a support system with people who understand. Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for caregivers, family and friends of persons with dementia to:
- Develop a support system.
- Exchange practical information on caregiving challenges and possible solutions.
- Talk through issues and ways of coping.
- Share feelings, needs and concerns.
- Learn about community resources.
Contact Bonnie Nutt at the Alzheimer’s Association at 608-852-0616 or bnutt@alz.org or ADRC Dementia Care Specialist Whitney Thompson at 608-328-9372.
LATEST NEWS
Strategies for Caregivers During COVID-19 Isolation
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...
Watch for Traveling Contractors!!
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