Aging and Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin

We serve Langlade, Lincoln, Marathon, and Wood counties. Mission: The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin promotes choice and independence through personalized education, advocacy, and access to services that prevent, delay, and lessen the impacts of aging and disabilities in the lives of adults. Vision: We are widely recognized as the preferred choice for initial contact and early access to information and resources that prevent, delay and lessen the impacts of aging and disabilities in the lives of adults. Our regional resource center promotes easy access to innovative ADRC services so that our consumers participate in the community as they desire, and live with dignity, respect, health, and purpose. Values: The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin uses trauma-informed principles to carry out its mission. These principles include: WELCOMING – be warm, inviting, comfortable, and welcoming for ALL – provide a safe place to share thoughts and ideas – ensure every interaction conveys a sincere desire to help TRUSTWORTHY – commit to honesty, objectivity, clarity, and consistency – present accurate and unbiased information – commit to promises made – ensure all actions explained so ALL know what to expect RESPECTFUL –be inclusive, accepting, compassionate, non-judgmental and empathetic to ALL – practice civility – focus on strengths – value diversity COLLABORATIVE – partner and work side by side – identify common ground – identify and value differences – value teamwork – recognize the importance of relationships – work to get to know each other EMPOWERING – sincerely listen – honor choices – help to identify strengths – share ideas – help craft solutions – recognize and celebrate successes – instill hope

The ADRC-CW works to provide peace of mind and quality of life to individuals and families through information and access to resources. Community Resources for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities: You and your family have choices. Have an open dialogue to discover the options and resources available to you so you can plan your future. We will listen to your concerns and answer your questions, acting as a connection to information, programs and services for individuals with aging and disability needs. It is about your choices, rights, and plan your future Benefit for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities: We listen to and advocate for individuals in understanding benefits and programs, assist with paperwork and applications for benefits and programs, collaborate to problem solve and determine which benefits and programs are suited for the individual, and empower individuals with the best possible options. We can provide help for understanding and navigating through information for private and public benefits and programs. Support for Caregivers: Caring for loved ones is rewarding. It can also be overwhelming. Call us and let us help you provide the best possible care for your loved one. Meals for Seniors: Preparing meals alone is not always easy or enjoyable. Seniors have the opportunity to meet in the community for a hot meal and conversation. If getting out of the house is difficult, perhaps you would like a meal delivered. Senior Dining Sites and Meals on Wheels might be right for you. Classes for Healthy Living: We are living longer and the ADRC-CW wants to help you enjoy this time. Providing evidenced based health promotion programming such as Healthy Living with Diabetes, Stepping On and Powerful Tools for Caregivers. Improve your overall health and quality of life.