The Senior Caregiver's Resource Guide is a valuable and practical Reference for Aging Adult Services in Dane County. Included is an abundance of Information, Support Systems, Organizations, Businesses, Senior Housing Facilities, useful Articles, Referral Sources, Agencies, as well as Programs pertaining to Adults 50+.
This annual Guide, an online and print publication, is for Family Members taking care of their Parent(s) locally or outside of Dane County, Active Aging Adults, Caregivers, Baby Boomers, Case Managers, Elder Care Professionals, Social Workers, Older Adults, Discharge Nurses or anyone exploring the wide array of services for Aging Adults as well as Adults with Disabilities.
We strive to enlighten individuals with the necessary educational tools to make informed decisions regarding the aging process, this includes updating the website as well as discovering new resources.
If it's important to the active 50+, it's in the Caregiver's Resource Guide.
NAVIGATING THIS WEBSITE
Below is a brief description of the Website pages, listed above (in the blue section), from left to right.
Home is this page, the page you are currently reviewing.
There are a variety of Articles pertinent to Aging Adults, organized by topic and in alphabetical order.
The Aging Adult information is separated into the following Sections. Each Section contains helpful Categories. If you are new to this subject or just beginning your research for Adult Aging Services, the Category terms may seem confusing or overwhelming. Therefore, there is a description and additional information next to each Category.
Housing: Senior Housing Communities & Facilities
Health: Health & Wellbeing Services
Community Resources
Enrichment & Educational Opportunities
Nutrition
Terminology is a separate glossary of common words related to Aging.
Profiles are advertorials featuring 24 local Businesses.
Calendar features events of interests to Seniors and/or Caregivers
At the upper top left of this page, there is additional information:
About Us
Advertising
Contact Us
We hope this information is helpful in your search.
FEATURED ARTICLES
Communicating With Dementia Patients
Tips & Strategies for All Stages
Communicating effectively with someone who has Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia can be challenging. Early on, he or she may be more...
By Alzheimer's & Dementia
Alliance of Wisconsin
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Protecting Your Loved Ones from Scams
It's late when the phone rings. The stressed young voice on the other end of the line identifies himself as your grandson and explains that he's lost his passport and is desperate for...
By Kimberly Hazen, Southwest Regional Director
Better Business Bureau
EVENTS & NEWS ITEMS
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Wisconsin Seniors Hit with Medical Alarm Scam
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Seniors Find Age can be an Advantage When Dating
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Reverse Jumbo Mortgages are on the Rise for Seniors
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Wisconsin Seniors Hit with Medical Alarm Scam
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Seniors Find Age can be an Advantage When Dating
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Reverse Jumbo Mortgages are on the Rise for Seniors
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Wisconsin Senior Games
June 1 - June 11th, 2013
in Madison & Dane County
For Men and Women 50+
Register until May 10, 2013
June 1 - June 11th, 2013
in Madison & Dane County
For Men and Women 50+
Register until May 10, 2013
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RSVP of Dane County
is Sponsoring a 3 day Series,
Citizen Advocacy Workshop
May 29, June 5 & June 12,
9am - 12:30p
This is for anyone interested in learning about how government works, how it affects Senior Adults, and how to advocate to effect change at the local, state and national level.
Register by 4/15 and the cost is $7/per session without lunch or $17/per session with lunch.
Call Mary at RSVP of Dane County (608) 441-7897
is Sponsoring a 3 day Series,
Citizen Advocacy Workshop
May 29, June 5 & June 12,
9am - 12:30p
This is for anyone interested in learning about how government works, how it affects Senior Adults, and how to advocate to effect change at the local, state and national level.
Register by 4/15 and the cost is $7/per session without lunch or $17/per session with lunch.
Call Mary at RSVP of Dane County (608) 441-7897
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Caregiver Medical ID Jewelry
If you became hurt and couldn't speak, who would know to help your loved one?
The National Family Caregiver's Assoc (NFCA) & American Medical ID have partnered to promote the use of medical identification jewelry for family caregivers.
If you became hurt and couldn't speak, who would know to help your loved one?
The National Family Caregiver's Assoc (NFCA) & American Medical ID have partnered to promote the use of medical identification jewelry for family caregivers.
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