MARCH DEMENTIA SUPPORT

For more information and program

fyers, check out the ADRC calendar events at www.adrcevents.org

Cofee Group for Men

Connections and cofee for men caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other type of dementia.

Wednesdays, 3/1 and 3/15, 11:00 am - Noon

Peace Lutheran Church, 501 E. Fillmore, Eau Claire. Contact Bob at 414-378-2114 or beevee6610@gmail.com

Powerful Tools for Caregivers 6 Week Class

A 6-week (once a week) educational workshop for people who are taking care of a family member or friend designed to support the family caregiver and improve his or her well-being. It does not teach hands-on care or focus on disease or other conditions, but rather helps the caregiver cope with the physical, emotional, and fnancial challenges of being a caregiver.

Thursdays, March 23 - May 4, 1:30 - 3:00 pm Will be held virtually; to register contact: Becky Kamrowski becky.kamrowski@co.trempealeau.wi.us

715-538-1930

Lewy Body Dementia Support Group

This support group is for people caring for a person living with Lewy Body Dementia.

Wednesday, 3/8, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Porter Place, 914 Porter Avenue, Eau Claire

For more information contact Janell at romatowskij@comcast.net or Amy at amy@mudmodular.com

Questions about brain health, dementia, and/or caring for a person with dementia?

Contact Lisa Wells, Dementia Care Specialist, at the Aging & Disability Resource Center at 715-839-4750 or lisa.wells@eauclairecounty.gov

Stand in the Light Memory Choir

People in the early to mid-stages of memory loss, their care partners, and singing volunteers come together to share their love of music!

Thursdays, January 5 - April 20, 2023

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd

1120 Cedar Street, Eau Claire. For more information, call 715-210-4165 or standinthelightmemorychoir@gmail.com

Virtual Support Group for Working Caregivers

Monday, 3/6, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Contact Scott at 715-261-6066 scott.seeger@adrc-cw.org

Date Saver - Hobby Hands and Healing Hearts

A monthly support group for older adults who are experiencing any type of grief and loss.

Third Monday of the month, 1:00 - 3:00 beginning in April. More to come next month.

Brain Health Check-Ups

A brain health check-up is a wellness tool that helps identify possible changes in memory and cognition. It creates a baseline so future changes can be monitored. Appointments are 15-20 minutes.

March 15, 2023

1:00 - 4:00 pm

L.E. Phillips Senior Center

1616 Bellinger Street, Eau Claire

To register, visit www.adrcevents.org or call the ADRC at 715-839-4735 to set up appointment

Memory Loss and Caregiver Support Group

This support group is for people with memory loss and caregivers.

Wednesday, 3/29, 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Lake St. Methodist Church, 337 Lake Street, Eau Claire. For more information, contact Lisa at 715-839-4750 or lisa.wells@eauclairecounty.gov

Vehicle Modification Grant Available

Do you have a vehicle that needs modifications for accessibility?

The Vehicle Modification Grant has money available, up to $5,000, to make a vehicle accessible for caregivers, adults 60 and over, or adults living with a disability. This may also help with the purchase of a new/used modified vehicle. Applications are reviewed and granted based on funding availability. Must be an Eau Claire County Resident to qualify.

Examples of possible modifications: lifts, ramps, left foot accelerator, right hand turn signal, modified-effort steering, swivel seat…and so much more!

Contact the ADRC at 715-839-4735, we may be able to help pay for those modifications.

Vehicle Repair Grant Available

Do you have a vehicle that needs to be repaired and you can’t afford to fix it?

The Vehicle Repair Grant has money available, up to $2,500 for caregivers, adults 60 and over, or adults living with a disability. Applications are reviewed and granted based on funding availability. Must be an Eau Claire County Resident to qualify.

Examples of possible repairs: brakes, tires, non-cosmetic fixes etc.

This grant does not qualify for general maintenance such as oil changes.

Contact the ADRC at 715-839-4735, we may be able to help pay for those repairs.

March is National Nutrition Month!

March is celebrated as national nutrition month, every year since 1973. The purpose of the campaign is to help the public become aware of the importance of good nutrition and physical activity. This year’s theme is “Fuel for the Future”. Nutrition is not a one size fts all. We are each unique with diferent bodies, goals, backgrounds, and tastes! Eating a healthy diet may look diferent from one plate to another depending on your preferences, culture, and cooking abilities. Each week in March highlights a diferent skill to work on to help you personalize your nutrition. Consider focusing on the following goals each week:

Include healthful foods from all food groups- include protein, dairy, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Eating balanced meals will keep you full longer, give you more energy throughout the day, and help you get all the nutrients your body needs to stay healthy and strong. Get creative and make your plate colorful with nutrient dense foods.

Hydrate healthfully- aim to drink a minimum of 8 cups of water each day! Keep a water bottle nearby, replace sugar sweetened beverages with water, milk, black cofee and tea, try sparking water or add natural favoring such as lemon or fruit to water.

Plan your meals each week- use a grocery list to shop for healthful foods, plan a weekly menu and try a new meal, be menusavvy when dining out and plan meals before you get to the restaurant, and pack a healthy lunch for a busy day.

Be physically active your way- pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can. Every bit adds up and health benefts increase as you spend more time being active. Aim for 30 minutes of moderate exercise fve times per week. Even ten minutes three times per day adds up!

The benefts of personalizing your plate for good nutrition are invaluable, but it doesn’t have to be an all or nothing approach. Focus on one nutrition goal per week. Have your friends and family join in on the fun and help you reach your goals. Creating small and consistent changes is the key to creating healthy habits. How will you personalize your plate today?

For more information on National Nutrition month visit: https://www.eatright.org.

Diagnosing and treating age-related health conditions. Offers counseling to help prevent and manage health issues that can arise later in life including memory loss, falls, frailty, and incontinence.

Assisting in managing multiple medical issues such as memory loss, incontinence, Parkinson’s disease, falls, arthritis, or polypharmacy.

Help to maximize function and improve Quality of Life as one ages.

Dr. Severson will also provide counseling to patients wishing to discuss end of life decisions.