Alzheimer's Association
6130 W. National Avenue, Suite 200
Milwaukee, WI 53214
414-479-8800/ 800-272-3900 (24-hour Information and Referral Helpline)
www.alz.org/sewi
Support groups provide families and care partners the opportunity to explore feelings and share solutions to the challenges posed by dementia. Early Stage support groups are offered for Individuals who have been diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's or another form of dementia. Offers a variety of ongoing educational opportunities (seminars, workshops, in-service trainings, conferences) targeted to specific audiences as well as customized speaking engagements upon request. ResourceCenter houses a collection of books, publications and videos on Alzheimer's disease, related disorders, and caregiving strategies. Materials are available for loan. 24-hour Information and Referral Helpline provides emotional support as well as information about Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. Common topics include: concerns regarding memory loss; assessment; diagnosis and treatment; coping with changes and planning for future care needs; respite option; facility placement; and end-of-life care.
Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups
Prescription Drug Helpline
2601 W. Howard Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53221
866-456-8211
www.cwag.org
Helpline counselors are available to provide assistance to Wisconsin Medicare beneficiaries (including those under age 65 and receive Medicare coverage due to a disability) regarding prescription drug benefits. Offers public education concerning choices and options in prescription drug coverage under Medicare, SeniorCare, and other prescription drug benefits.
Family Caregiver Support Network
600 W. Virginia Street, #300
Milwaukee, WI 53204
414-220-8600
www.caregiversupportnetwork.org
A free resource center that helps family caregivers of older adults (age 60 plus) and professionals who assist caregivers. The Network helps caregivers sort through their personal and older adult care options and provides comprehensive, unbiased resource information. FCSN also helps older adult relatives (age 60 plus) who care for minor children 18 and under.
Hmong American Friendship Association, Inc.
3824 W. Vliet Street
Milwaukee, WI 53208
414-344-6575
www.hmongamer.org
Dedicated to improving the quality of life for Southeast Asian refugees and the larger community by bridging culture and language barriers to identify resources and meet the needs of low income and moderate income residents. Programs and services include job placement; a food pantry; home buyer counseling; interpretation and translation; youth; and elderly services.
Interfaith Older Adult Programs
Neighborhood Outreach Program
600 W. Virginia Street, #300
Milwaukee, WI 53204
414-291-7500
www.interfaithmilw.org
Helps older adults (60+) remain independent in their own homes. Provides services including direct services such as transportation; shopping; in-home and telephone visits; information and referral; and advocacy. 15 neighborhood locations. Open to all 60 and above; no income guidelines.
Medicare
1-800-MEDICARE (633-4227)
www.medicare.gov
Federal health insurance program for people age 65 and older; people under 65 with certain disabilities; people with End-Stage Renal Disease. For general information, ordering Medicare booklets, and information about health plans, contact 1-800-MEDICARE (633-4227) 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week.
For questions about Medicare Part D or Medicare drug plans, contact one of the following:
Wisconsin Prescription Drug Helpline at 1-866-456-8211. This Helpline is sponsored by the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups' Elder Law Center.
Milwaukee County Department on Aging at 414-289-6874.
Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division
Geriatric Psychiatric Crisis Service
9455 Watertown Plank Road
Milwaukee, WI 53226
414-257-7440
Confers with the older adult, significant others or professionals to help individuals cope with the mental health problems of the aging. Services provided by telephone conference and/or in-home assessment by a Geriatric Psychiatric Registered Nurse on issues including depression; dementia; paranoia; and anxiety that may be complicated by a variety of medical and social problems of the aging person. Provides referrals to a broad range of medical, social services and mental health providers. 24-hour crisis line.
Milwaukee County Department on Aging
Aging Resource Center
310 W. Wisconsin Ave., 5th Floor
Milwaukee, WI 53203
414-289-6874 or 866-229-9695/ 414-289-8591 (TTY)
aging_webinfo@milwaukeecounty.com
www.milwaukee.gov/county/aging
Providing a single point of access to information and services that help people over 60 years of age and older remain active and independent. Services are designed to provide a mix of resources to meet long-term care needs. Operates a 24-hour program with on-call social workers who assist older adults experiencing a non-medical crisis after after normal business business hours and weekends. Bilingual: Spanish; Russian.
Milwaukee County Department on Aging
Senior Centers
Locations throughout Milwaukee
414-289-6874
Offers a wide variety of recreational and educational activities for older adults age 60 and older. Activities include crafts; discussion groups; fitness; entertainment; computer classes; informational seminars; and more. Senior Meal Programs are offered at a majority of the centers. 21 locations throughout Milwaukee. Call 414-289-6874 to find the location nearest you.
SeniorLAW
230 W. Wells Street, Room 800
Milwaukee, WI 53203
414-278-1222 or 888-278-0633
www.badgerlaw.net
Provides assistance to Milwaukee County residents 60 years old and above on problems with public benefits such as Medicare; Medical Assistance; Long-Term Care; Social Security; SSI; or Subsidized Housing. May also be able to provide representation in some cases involving guardianship; elder rights; housing; and consumer scams. Walk-in hours Tuesdays 9 a.m. to noon and Fridays 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.; telephone hours available throughout the week.
United Community Center
1028 S. 9th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53204
414-384-3100
www.unitedcc.org
Provides programs and services for Hispanic and near south side residents of all ages in the areas of education, cultural arts, recreation, community development, and health and human services. Programs include a Senior Center and Adult Day Center for the elderly; a full range of health and fitness activities for youth and adults; a health clinic; and AODA services.
