AARP is a nonprofit organization that helps people 50+ have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them.

Access Ability Wisconsin, Inc., (AAW) is a grassroots 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to facilitating and providing the means for individuals with mobility challenges to access and enjoy Wisconsin’s natural resources. AAW’s objective is to provide recreational opportunities for physically challenged people, including wheelchair users, who want to enjoy Wisconsin outdoors.

Access Ability Wisconsin provides rentals of an outdoor all-terrain wheelchair. These chairs are available for all ages and those with temporary or permanent mobility issues.

People reserving/using the chairs have been daily wheelchair users, those with walking difficulties, kids, and adults from 21 to 65+. Learn more at https://www.accessabilitywi.org.

A public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging connecting you to services for older adults and their families.

Independent living services for individuals and families engaged in farming and coping with a disability. Provided at your home or farm.

Resource Links:

https://agrability.bse.wisc.edu/

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79vxIvxkKMs

Cancer support and resources link: https://www.cancer.org/support-programs-and-services.html

Menasha Office: 1477 Kenwood Drive, Menasha, WI 54952

Madison Office: 437 S. Yellowstone Drive, Suite 219, Madison, WI 53219

Free reading help for adults.

Secondary email: mollssusan@yahoo.com

Main purpose is to provide information and resources to brain injury survivors and secondly to advocate for people with brain injuries.

Advocacy/Community Organization:

Assistive Technology-general, loans (including hearing impairment), used equipment for sale;
In-home help; in-home safety assessments
Hearing General;
Homes: Accessibility, organization, moving assistance, and relocation help;
Medication Management (dispensers and reminders available for loan);
Transportation Services – non-medical & Local; transportation voucher program (volunteer drivers);
Vision-Blind/Low Vision; WisLoan.

Provides information about Wisconsin programs and services for children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities, including eligibility, support options, and resources for individuals and caregivers.

Provides programs and services for individuals with Down syndrome and other disabilities and their families, including education, support, social activities, employment services, and resources across Wisconsin.

Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin State Headquarters
1214 Kavanaugh Place
Wauwatosa, WI 53213

Professional staff provides services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to survivors of domestic violence, intimate partner violence, child abuse, and sexual violence. Embrace is also a resource for survivors’ families, friends, and partners who want to learn more about providing support.
If you need support at any time, call our toll-free phone at:
1 (800) 924-0556 or text us at 1 (715) 532-6976.
Rice Lake Office: (715) 537-6334
24/7 Office and Safe Shelter, 107 Lindoo Ave E, Ladysmith, WI 54848

Professional staff provides services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to survivors of domestic violence, intimate partner violence, child abuse, and sexual violence. Embrace is also a resource for survivors’ families, friends, and partners who want to learn more about providing support.
If you need support at any time, call our toll-free phone at:
1 (800) 924-0556 or text us at 1 (715) 532-6976.
Barron Office: 715.803.6381
24/7 Office and Safe Shelter

Education, support, programs, resources, and community connections

Mailing Address: 6666 Odana Rd., #108, Madison, WI 53719

For complaints, questions and/or concerns regarding the care and the rights of people (ages 18-59) receiving Family Care or IRIS.

• WI Governor Tony Evers: evers.wi.gov/Pages/Connect.aspx
• Senator Tammy Baldwin: www.baldwin.senate.gov/contact
• Senator Ron Johnson: www.ronjohnson.senate.gov/contact
• Senator Tom Tiffany: https://tiffany.house.gov/
• Find your state representatives: legis.wisconsin.gov
• Find your federal representatives: https://www.congress.gov/members/find-your-member
• Find other representatives, including County Governments: https://www.usa.gov/local-governments
• For information on federally recognized tribes in Wisconsin: https://www.glitc.org/tribes-serve

Free Laundry Program
First Friday of each month 9:00 -11:30 am
Third Monday of each month 4:00 – 6:30 pm
Clothespin Laundromat 329 N. Main St. Rice Lake, WI

For complaints, questions and/or concerns regarding the care and the rights of residents in nursing homes, group homes, and people age 60 and older receiving Family Care and IRIS.

Regulates and enforces insurance laws, agent licensing and investigates complaints.

Meets monthly at 4:30 p.m. on the 2nd Tues of each month. A light meal will be provided. RSVP via www.facebook.com/PinkRibbonAdvocacy is not necessary, but appreciated!

Mailing address: 2071 9 1/2 St, Cumberland, WI, 54829.

Developmental disabilities.

Loan closet, respite care, grants.

Prevention -HIV, hepatitis C and syphilis testing for high risk groups, condom distribution and needle exchange. Resources for HIV positive people.

WAAN’s Mission Statement

The Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Network (WAAN) is a collaboration of organizations and individuals working with and for Wisconsin’s older adults to shape public policy and improve the quality of life for older people. WAAN advocates for all older adults by educating the community and policymakers on particular issues impacting older adults; mobilizing people on priority issues; and advocating for change.

WAAN Issue Papers and Fact Sheets

www.facebook.com/WAAN.ACTION

From this page, you can access a variety of information on programs and services in Wisconsin for older adults and caregivers. A brief description of each program and service is available.

Find your state representatives at this link: https://maps.legis.wisconsin.gov

Federal representatives: https://www.congress.gov/members/find-your-member

Financial assistance to cancer patients. Applications available on Facebook @Women With Courage Foundation.