by smommaerts | May 25, 2021 | Advocacy, Blog, Caregiver Information, Scam
June is World Elder Abuse Month, and ADRC is committed to being a part of the fight against the exploitation and abuse of our senior population. During the month, many agencies promote events and educational opportunities to alert community members to the signs of...
by smommaerts | Apr 26, 2021 | Advocacy, Blog
May is Aging and Disability Resource Center month! Have you ever wondered how ADRCs came to exist and serve vulnerable older adults and people with disabilities throughout Wisconsin? Our creation dates back to the 1960’s when, for the first time, congress took a...
by smommaerts | Apr 16, 2021 | Advocacy, Blog
Governor Evers’ current budget proposal includes a number of critical items that would assist family caregivers throughout Wisconsin. As the state legislature begins drafting their own budget proposal, please consider reaching out to your elected officials to...
by smommaerts | Apr 5, 2021 | Advocacy, Blog
DID YOU KNOW? One of the services provided by ADRCs is to support young adults with disabilities while they are still in school and as they make the transition to adulthood by helping them connect to programs and services in the community. Students are supported in...
by smommaerts | Mar 29, 2021 | Advocacy, Blog, Caregiver Information
“One person caring for another represents life’s greatest value.” -Jim Rohn Odds are, at some point in your life you have been a caregiver for a friend or family member. If so, you are likely aware of what an incredible joy and challenge it can...
by smommaerts | Feb 22, 2021 | Advocacy, Blog
History and Future of ADRCsIf you are used to spending time at your local ADRC or have perhaps worked with an Information and Assistance Specialist or a Benefit Specialist, it may surprise you to learn that ADRCs are relatively new to Wisconsin. The first ADRCs opened...
