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  • What Voting Looks Like This Year Posted 10/07/2020

     According to U.S. Census Bureau statistics, 71% of Americans 65 and older voted in the 2016 Presidential election. This is an outstanding turnout compared to the 46% voting rate for 18-29 year olds in the same year. Keep it up, seniors! Because what we learn time and time again is that every vote counts. Of course, this is clear in small elections, but do you remember that the 2000 Presidential election between George W. Bush and Al Gore was ultimately decided by 537 votes? This is not to mention that once again, issues that could dramatically help or hurt seniors are up for debate. Read more »

  • Celebrating National Senior Center Month and Delivering Vital Connections Posted 09/10/2020

     Happy National Senior Center Month! The Madison Senior Center is spending this month celebrating all that has been accomplished in terms of making sure that Madison’s seniors are supported in successful aging despite being unable to gather at the Center. This year’s theme is Senior Centers: Delivering Vital Connections. We all know that one of the biggest challenges this year has been staying connected. So how is the Madison Senior Center helping older adults make connections to the mind, body, spirit, and community? Connecting the Mind Read more »

  • Celebrating National Senior Center Month and Delivering Vital Connections Posted 09/03/2020

     By Ellen Vaillant Happy National Senior Center Month! The Madison Senior Center is spending this month celebrating all that has been accomplished in terms of making sure that Madison’s seniors are supported in successful aging despite being unable to gather at the Center. This year’s theme is Senior Centers: Delivering Vital Connections. We all know that one of the biggest challenges this year has been staying connected. So how is the Madison Senior Center helping older adults make connections to the mind, body, spirit, and community? Read more »

  • Juneteenth - A Message from Mayor Rhodes-Conway Posted 06/19/2020

     Today is Juneteenth. On this day in 1865, the people of Galveston Texas were told the war had ended and that enslaved people were now free. This news came to Texas 2 ½ years after President Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. Read more »

  • Summering with COVID-19 Posted 05/29/2020

     Sheltering at home when it is cool, rainy and not that great outside was kind of cozy. Whether you were still working or retired, you could hang out all day in your PJ’s or sweats, and not have to worry about who was going to drop by. Even if you had a Zoom or a Skype appointment, you only had to do brush your hair and put on a clean shirt. Read more »

  • Can’t Garden? What about a CSA? Posted 05/15/2020

     Community-supported agriculture (CSA) is “a system that connects the producer and consumers within the food system more closely by allowing the consumer to subscribe to the harvest of a certain farm or group of farms.” What this means is CSA is a way for people to buy delicious local food directly from a farmer.  Read more »

  • Avoiding Scams While in Quarantine Posted 04/10/2020

     As we know, scammers are always an issue. However, during this time scammers are even more on the prowl to take advantage of vulnerable people due to COVID-19. Possibly one of the most helpful services during this time is people that help with errands, whether that be delivering your groceries, prescriptions, etc, and for as nice as this may sound, there are also people who take advantage of this opportuning. There are some scammers that are offering help with errands and taking your money without fulfilling the service. Read more »

  • All 2020 Census Systems Go: How Smart Planning, Thorough Testing, and Backup Systems Will Deliver a Secure and Successful Count Posted 03/05/2020

     WRITTEN BY: DR. STEVEN DILLINGHAM AND DR. RON JARMIN The 2020 Census is important because responses help determine congressional representation for each state, and guide how billions of dollars in public, private, and not-for-profit resources are distributed across the country for the next 10 years. Those funds are used for critical services like emergency response, fire departments, schools, health care, and transportation.  Read more »

  • Winter Safety Posted 02/10/2020

     Winter Safety It is finally that time of the year…negative degree temperatures, icy sidewalks, and lots and lots of hot chocolate. It is important to be conscious of some general tips for staying safe and happy during the winter season. Read more »

  • Cybersecurity Tips for the Holiday Season Posted 12/03/2019

     Our Top 5 Online Shopping Tips Read more »

  • 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

     Preparing for the Future Read more »

  • 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

     The Housing Resource Line Can Help: Read more »

  • 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

     What is ADRC? Read more »

  • Dane County Cultural Diversity Program Posted 06/29/2017

     Did you know? Read more »

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