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Preparing to Care Posted 10/17/2019
No one is ever prepared to become a caregiver for a loved one diagnosed with dementia. The financial and emotional strain, as well as the time commitment are significant and draining. A new educational series is designed to help you prepare and plan for the eventuality of this situation. It will also benefit individuals already immersed and trying to getting a handle on their situation. This is a series so each week builds on the previous one. It is most beneficial to attend all three. If you need respite care in order to attend, call Jane DeBroux at 240-7400. Read more » -
September 23rd is National Falls Prevention Day Posted 08/27/2019
National Falls Prevention Day, is a day set aside to educate others on how to prevent fall related injuries, the impact of falls, and to make the community aware of falls prevention programs in the community. Per the National Council on Aging “Falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. Wisconsin has one of the highest rates of death from unintentional falls in the nation. In fact, the death rate due to unintentional falls in Wisconsin is twice the national average. Read more » -
Crimes of the 21st Century Posted 08/14/2019
If you search “crime of the 21st century” on the internet, what do you think would be the results? Did elder financial abuse and scams cross your mind? Unfortunately, these crimes have become so prevalent that they have earned this title. Financial scams typically go unreported, but they are incredibly devastating to many older adults and can leave them in a vulnerable position. The Dane County Financial Abuse Specialist Team (FAST) provides consultation on cases of financial abuse of older adults to professionals in the community who serve this population. Read more » -
Dementia Friendly Communities Posted 03/05/2019
What is a Dementia Friendly community? A dementia friendly community is a village, town, city or county that is informed, safe and respectful of individuals with the disease, their families and caregivers and provides supportive options that foster quality of life. Joining DFA means a community is engaging in a process to become more dementia friendly. Read more » -
From the Desk of Sally Jo Spaeni Posted 02/20/2019
Hello Center Participants! As we head in to March and we start to witness the on-again-off again signs of Spring, I often find myself thinking about new opportunities and activities. Read more » -
AMP - Aging Mastery Program Posted 01/23/2019
Welcome to your playbook for aging well! As children, we’re taught how to be successful adults. By contrast, no one teaches us how to age well. As a result, most are unprepared for this new stage in life. Read more » -
Building Momentum - September is National Senior Center Month Posted 08/16/2018
Today’s senior centers are a vibrant, action-packed combination of life engagement, cognitive and physical stimulation, and learning and doing what they can about avoiding disease and disability. During National Senior Center Month, the Madison Senior Center is celebrating these shared experiences that build momentum in the lives of everyone around them. Read more » -
Naming the Senior Center in Your Will Posted 07/13/2018
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Wise Words from MSC Director, Christine Beatty Posted 05/31/2018
Engaging WI Seniors During Older Americans Month Read more » -
Anniversaries to Celebrate Posted 02/27/2018
In late June of 1983 the Madison Senior Center opened with a week-long celebration. This one million dollar facility was the first building in Madison designed specifically as a center for older people and built as a public and private collaboration. Read more » -
Homeless … and don’t know where to start? Posted 07/28/2017
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Memory Cafés Posted 07/19/2017
Did you know? Memory Cafés are social gathering places for people with memory loss, mild cognitive impairment, early Alzheimer’s or other Dementia. Friends and family are welcome to attend. Every café is unique based on the interests of participants, and features a program or activity that is stimulating and fun. Below is a list of Memory Cafés in the Madison area. Read more » -
Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane County Posted 07/12/2017
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Dane County Cultural Diversity Program Posted 06/29/2017
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