The Eau Claire ADRC Team

Management

Linda Struck, Director

Betsy Henck, ADRC Manager

Lisa Riley, ADRC Manager

Sheryl Sadzewicz, Kitchen Manager

MEAL DELIVERY DRIVERS

Doug Salter

Gordy Geurink

Kris Bertrand

Norm Brunkow

Sue Klauck

MEAL SITE WORKER

Jon Samolinski

OPTIONS COUNSELORS

Barb McRae

Brianna Werner

Jenna Belter

Jennifer Solfest

Liz Net

Maddie Ketner

Molly Yang

Sue O’Branovich

PREVENTION COORDINATOR

Deb Bruning

RESOURCE SPECIALISTS

Carmelita Hogan

Heather Craker

RESOURCE SPECIALISTS II

Karen Hauck

Kate Telschow

Lindi Engedal

Adaptive Equipment can make everyday tasks easier and safer!

The ADRC Loan Program allows individuals to borrow devices for up to three months. This allows a person see if it works well and have time to fnd a permanent solution.

We ask for a $10.00 non-refundable contribution for larger items and $5.00 for smaller items. This can be waived in cases of hardship.

Items in the loan closet include wheelchairs, walkers, canes, lighted magnifers, large playing cards for those with visual impairment, shower chairs, bed transfer rails, and much more!

When space allows we also accept donations for the loan closet if items are in very good condition. Items are thoroughly cleaned upon receipt back to the ADRC.

Please call for details and availability 715-839-4735.

Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

Stella Pagonis, County Board (Chair)

Sue Miller, Citzen Member (Vice Chair)

Heather Deluka, County Board

Tami Schraufnagel, County Board

Amanda Babb, County Board

Allen Myren, County Board

Jean Doty, Citzen Member

Ron Hon, Citzen Member

Sandra Romey, Citzen Member

Terri Stanley, Citzen Member

William Libberton, Citzen Member

ADRC Equity Statement:

The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County is welcoming and safe for all. We are committed to serving with equity in mind. No judgement, assumptions or shame.

There are no income requirements to utilize the services of the ADRC. ADRC's assist anyone age 60 and over, as well as adults age18-59 living with disabilities.

ADRC services are also available to family members, friends, caregivers and professionals working with these populations.

The ADRC and Eau Claire County Government Center offces will be closed Monday, May 29th in observance of Memorial Day.

Eau Claire County Senior Nutrition Program Suggested Contribution Increase on May 1st, 2023

By Betsy Henck, Aging & ADRC Manager

Beginning May 1st 2023 the suggested contribution for senior dining meals and home delivered meals will increase to $5.00 per meal. L.E. Phillips Senior Center Evening Meal will increase to $6.00 per meal.

Our goal is always to fnd ways to reduce or maintain our costs without lowering the quality or nutritional value of our meals. Volunteers have continued to give their time helping our nutrition program and we work hard to keep cost down as much as possible. Keeping the costs down allows us to be able to serve the increasing senior population within Eau Claire County. Our average cost to prepare, serve, package and deliver is $8.80 per meal.

Our meals are partially funded through federal legislation called the Older Americans Act. This is very important legislation that specifcally says we cannot charge older adults over the age of 60 for their meals and must offer older adults an opportunity to contribute toward the cost of their meals. All contributions are voluntary and are kept confdential regardless of amount. Nobody will be denied meals if they are unable or choose not to contribute. You may contribute more or less than the suggested amount. Families may purchase gift meals or dining site tickets to help a loved one. Thirty-fve percent of the nutrition program revenues come from participant and community contributions, so they are very important to the sustainability of this program.

For more information about senior dining, home delivered meals, or the increase in suggested contribution, please contact Meals on Wheels at 715-839-4886.

Thank you for your support and understanding.

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Conflict of Interest Statement

The primary purpose of the ADRC is to provide the customer with unbiased information about services that will meet their needs. This includes sharing information with customers about agencies that provide needed services. The ADRC may operate programs that provide direct services to customers.

The ADRC Specialist:

• Cannot attempt to influence customers for fnancial gain or other self-interests.

• Cannot attempt to influence customers in the interest of any service or program provider, including the ADRC itself. The ADRC is prohibited from using revenue generated from direct service programs to support the ADRC Specialist program.

1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year and more than half of them did not receive any treatment. Stigma around mental illness is often a barrier for folks to get help. We seek help when our bodies are sick, why do we treat our brains any differently? There are resources in our community that can help!

Mental Health Resources

Eau Claire County Human Services (715) 839-2300

The Wellness Shack (715) 855-7705

National Alliance on Mental Illness, Wisconsin namiwisconsin.org/resources

NAMI Helpline: 1-800-950-6264

SAMHSA Treatment Finder: https://fndtreatment.samhsa.gov/

Crisis Services

Northwest Connections Crisis Line – (888) 552-6642

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 9-8-8

For more information on any of these resources, feel free to contact ADRC staff.

*Information adapted from National Alliance on Mental Illness