Live Well with SAIL

SAIL supports independence with community. Enjoy educational and social offerings, and benefit from trusted home and professional services. Anyone age 55 or better can join. Choose from two membership levels. Visit sailtoday.org or call 608-230-4321.

Social Services

COMMUNITY LIVING ALLIANCE (608) 242-8335 clanet.org

JEWISH SOCIAL SERVICES OF MADISON (608) 442-4081 jssmadison.org

MIDDLETON OUTREACH MINISTRY (608) 826-3410 momhelps.org

OUTREACH LGBT COMMUNITY CENTER SENIOR ADVOCATE PROGRAM SERVING DANE COUNTY (608) 255-8582 lgbtoutreach.org

Veteran Services

ADDICTIVE DISORDERS TREATMENT PROGRAM

William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital (608) 280-7073 madison.va.gov/services/adtp.asp

MCFARLAND SENIOR CENTER & OUTREACH

(608) 838-7117 mcfarland.wi.us

MIDDLETON SENIOR CENTER

(608) 831-2373 ci.middleton.wi.us

MONONA SENIOR CENTER

(608) 222-3415 mymonona.com

MT. HOREB SENIOR CENTER

(608) 437-6902 mounthorebwi.info

NEWBRIDGE

(608) 512-0000 newbridgemadison.org

NORTHWEST DANE SENIOR SERVICES - CROSS PLAINS

(608) 798-6937 nwdss.org

OREGON AREA SENIOR CENTER

(608) 835-5801 oregonareaseniorcenterwisconsin.com

SENIOR CITIZEN’S CENTER

(608) 676-4600

SOUTHWEST DANE SENIOR OUTREACH

(608) 437-6902

STOUGHTON AREA SENIOR CENTER

(608) 873-8585 ci.stoughton.wi.us/senior

SUGAR RIVER SENIOR CENTER

(608) 424-6007

VERONA SENIOR CENTER

(608) 845-7471 ci.verona.wi.us

WATERTOWN SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER

(920) 262-8099

WAUNAKEE SENIOR CENTER (608) 849-8385 waunakee.com/seniorcenter

DANE COUNTY VETERANS SERVICE OFFICE (608) 266-4158 danevets.com

GERIATRIC PRIMARY CARE CLINIC (GEM) William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital (608) 280-7011

US DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS benefits.va.gov/benefits

WILLIAM S. MIDDLETON MEMORIAL VETERANS HOSPITAL (608) 256-1901 madison.va.gov

WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (WDVA) (800) 947-8387 dva.state.wi.us

CAREGIVER & FAMILY PROGRAMS

ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA ALLIANCE OF WI PROGRAMS

(608) 232-3400 or (888) 308-6251 alzwisc.org

Alzheimer’s & Dementia: First Steps for Families: Learn about dementia-related diseases, what families can do, and resources to help.

Boost Your Brain Health: Tips to reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s & dementia: Learn how the brain works and receive tips on improving your brain health and how to lower your risk of developing dementia through nutritional and lifestyle advice.

The Caregiving Journey: An intensive program for family members caring for someone with middle- to late-stage dementia to increase understanding of the effects of dementia, gain insights into caregiver strengths and challenges, enhance problem-solving skills, and develop an individualized care plan.

Communication Tips and Strategies: Learn ways to effectively and compassionately communicate with someone who has dementia.

End of Life and Dementia: Discuss the critical decisions often faced at end of life and ways to communicate and stay connected in the later stages.

Family Dynamics in the Dementia Journey: Discover ways dementia impacts families and the value of recognizing and accepting each person’s strengths and weaknesses as caregivers.

Is it Time for Facility Care?: This program will review things to consider when making the decision to move to facility care.

Legal and Financial Planning Workshop: A seminar for families providing a general overview of legal and financial issues to consider for loved ones with memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease, or other dementia.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia: Learn the difference between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, the causes of dementia, and receive practical things you can do, whether you’re concerned about yourself or a loved one.

Understanding & Responding to Behavior Changes: Understand reasons why behavior changes occur and get problemsolving tips to help prevent and cope with them.

We All Forget: Is it normal aging or should I be concerned?: We all forget names occasionally and misplace keys and wallets. Learn what is normal for our brains as we age, how our memories work, and what we can do if we are concerned for ourselves or others.

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION

Alzheimer’s & Dementia

Caregiving Center alz.org/care

Dementia Friendly

To become a dementia-friendly business or organization, the business or organization must commit to certain criteria. For more information, please visit alzwisc.org.

DEMENTIA FRIENDLY MIDDLETON (608) 515-8663 facebook.com

/dementiafriendlymiddleton

HASKINS SHORT & BRINDLEY, LLC

5113 Monona Dr., Monona 53716 (608) 237-6673 receptionist@hsbelderlaw.com hsbelderlaw.com

Haskins Short & Brindley, LLC specializes in providing professional and compassionate legal services in the areas of estate planning and elder law. Substantial expertise includes powers of attorney, wills, trusts, guardianships, medical assistance planning (Medicaid), veterans benefits assistance, and estate administration (probate).

SUGAR RIVER PIZZA

(608) 497-1800 sugarriverpizza.com

WILLY STREET CO-OP

(608) 251-6776 East (608) 709-5445 North (608) 284-7800 West willystreet.coop

Programs For Individuals With Dementia Issues

ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA

ALLIANCE OF WISCONSIN

(608) 232-3400 or (888) 308-6251 alzwisc.org

Memory Cafés: A social gathering place for persons with memory loss, mild cognitive impairment, early Alzheimer’s, or other dementia and their family and friends offering an opportunity to visit, share common interests, and enjoy refreshments. Visit alzwisc.org for locations and times.

Crossing Bridges: Four-week educational support group for people who have mild memory loss, are in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, or are a primary care partner. Meeting Minds: A memory enhancement program for people with mild memory impairment, early Alzheimer’s, or other dementia that includes stimulating activities, intellectual exercises, and tai chi-based exercise.

My Choice Wisconsin

1617 Sherman Ave., Madison 53704 (800) 963-0035 mychoicewi.org/JA

My Choice Wisconsin offers governmentfunded programs to frail seniors and adults with disabilities. We match members to the health and long-term care supports and services they need.

Visiting Angels

2001 W. Beltline Hwy., Ste. 110 Madison 53713 (608) 819-0665 infomadison@visitingangels.com visitingangels.com/madisonwi

Local family-owned business offering flexible hourly care, 24/7 care, and respite care for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Our services include bathing, dressing, walking assistance, grooming, medication reminders, errands, shopping, light housekeeping, meal preparation, friendly companionship, bed-bound care, and end-of-life care.

SUPPORT SYSTEMS & LOCAL RESOURCES

ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA ALLIANCE OF WISCONSIN

3330 University Ave., Ste. 300 Madison 53705 (608) 232-3400 or (888) 308-6251 support@alzwisc.org alzwisc.org

The Alzheimer‘s & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin provides hope for people facing Alzheimer’s or other dementias through education, support, and personalized guidance to understand the diseases, learn how to continue living a satisfying and rewarding life, and plan for the future. All donations stay local to support individuals and families in Wisconsin.

BRIGHTSTAR CARE®

3240 University Ave., Ste. 3A Madison 53705 (608) 441- 8620 brightstarcare.com/madison

BrightStar Care is your solution for all stages of dementia care. Whether you need respite, overnights, or roundthe-clock care, our team of dementia specialists will work closely with you to create a customized plan of care for your loved one.

Diabetes Support Groupstoughton Health

This group meets the second Monday at 6:00 p.m. Contact Stoughton Health Community Education at (608) 877-3498.

Memory Cafestoughton Health

Meets first Tuesday of the month from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Stoughton Hospital Bryant Health Education Center. Contact Stoughton Senior Center at (608) 873-8585.

Visiting Angels

2001 W. Beltline Hwy., Ste. 110 Madison 53713 (608) 819-0665 infomadison@visitingangels.com visitingangels.com/madisonwi

Local family-owned business offering flexible hourly care, 24/7 care, and respite care for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Our services include bathing, dressing, walking assistance, grooming, medication reminders, errands, shopping, light housekeeping, meal preparation, friendly companionship, bed-bound care, and end-of-life care.

WISCONSIN ALZHEIMER’S INSTITUTE

(608) 263-2862 wai.wisc.edu

FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES

CRESS FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICE

Locations to serve throughout Dane County (608) 238-3434 cressfuneralservice.com

Cress has been serving and supporting families in their time of loss for more than 150 years. Traditional Funerals; Cremation, including viewing and witness in our custom viewing suite; and Natural Burials. We serve all faith communities and are knowledgeable on their different customs. Modern facilities. Preplanning available.

GUNDERSON LIFE CELEBRATION CENTERS

5203 Monona Dr., Madison 53716 (608) 221-5420 gundersonFH.com

Dedicated to meeting the wishes of the families we serve. Our priority is to provide personalized and meaningful celebrations of life at a fair value. We offer comfort and attention our clients deserve, and support them in one of the most difficult times in their lives.

GRIEF & SPIRITUAL SUPPORT

AGRACE

(608) 327-7118 agrace.org/griefgroups

AGRACE GRIEF

SUPPORT CENTER

2906 Marketplace Dr., Fitchburg 53719 (608) 327-7110 agrace.org/griefcenter

Anyone is welcome to come to the Agrace Grief Support Center for guidance and support after loss, regardless if the person who died had hospice. We serve both adults and children, so many of our spaces are designed to help kids feel comfortable.

CRESS FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICE

Locations to serve throughout Dane County

(608) 238-3434 cressfuneralservice.com

Cress has been serving and supporting families in their time of loss for more than 150 years. Traditional Funerals; Cremation, including viewing and witness in our custom viewing suite; and Natural Burials. We serve all faith communities and are knowledgeable on their different customs. Modern facilities. Preplanning available.

THE GREAT CIRCLE COLLABORATIVE

(608) 444-8327

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GUNDERSON LIFE CELEBRATION CENTERS

5203 Monona Dr., Madison 53716 (608) 221-5420 gundersonFH.com

The death of someone we love leads us on a journey most of us would not choose: a journey through grief. We hope as you walk and work through this time of loss, you have the care and support you need for this to be a healing journey.

SEASONS OF LIFE LLC

PO Box 620563, Middleton 53562

(608) 770-2730 liz@seasonsoflifemadison.com seasonsoflifemadison.com

Seasons of Life. Dignity, Honor, Kindness. That is our mission for senior home care. Owned and operated by a geriatric nurse of 25 years, bringing experience, compassion, and integrity home to seniors. Assistance with daily living, including end of life “Death Doula” care.

SSM HEALTH AT HOME

(800) 924-2273 ssmhealthathomewi.com