ADRC of Florence County WI

06/08/2026

🚗🧠 Dementia & Driving: A Tough but Important Conversation

One of the hardest decisions after a dementia diagnosis is knowing when it’s no longer safe to drive. It’s not just about a car—it’s about independence, identity, and freedom.

Think of driving like a traffic light:

🟢 Green: Driving remains safe, but start planning ahead.
🟡 Yellow: Warning signs appear—getting lost, dents on the car, slower reactions, or nervous passengers. Time for an evaluation.
🔴 Red: Serious safety concerns—running stop signs, confusing pedals, accidents, or getting lost in familiar places. It’s time to stop driving.

The goal isn’t to wait until someone gets hurt. It’s to protect safety while preserving dignity.

If driving ends, replace what’s being lost: rides from family, community transportation, church support, and meaningful activities can help maintain connection and purpose.

❤️ Safety and dignity are not opposites. The best dementia care protects both.

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06/05/2026

Healthy Aging with a Healthy Brain! 🧠

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month 💜

Did you know there are everyday actions that may help lower your risk for dementia? Check out these 10 Things You Can Do For Your Brain!

Visit https://wihealthyaging.org/brain to discover simple, practical steps to support lifelong brain health. Together, we can help build healthier futures for all of us as we age. 💚

06/05/2026

Join us next week!!

06/02/2026

The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Florence County will be distributing these vouchers at the following locations:

Tipler Meal Site (11102 Dream Lake Rd) Upon Appointment Request
Florence Meal Site (749 Central Ave) June 10th at 1:00pm
Aurora Meal Site (Woodland Cafe 2030 Calvary Drive) June 11th at 1:00pm
Fence Meal Site (588 Memory Lane) June 17th at 11:00am

You may also contact the ADRC at 715-528-4890 for an office appointment to receive a voucher.

06/01/2026

UW Extension is offering free refurbished laptops to those in need. If you or someone you know is a Florence County Resident and could benefit, please reach out to reserve a pickup time.

Call Tierany Rugg at 715-528-4480 ext. 5 to schedule.

There are a limited number of laptops available, so don’t wait to call!

05/29/2026

Next week's menu! Call in your reservations. 😊

05/27/2026

It was a beautiful morning with our ADRC Hiking Group out on an adventure in Florence County today! 🌳
Interested in joining on the next hike or learning more about our Older Adults Hiking Group? Contact the ADRC at 715-528-4890

05/22/2026

The ADRC will be closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. On this day, we pause to remember and honor those who have served and sacrificed for our country. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful holiday. ❤️

05/22/2026

Next week ❤️💙

05/21/2026

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➡ Take the one-minute risk test at dhs.wisconsin.gov/prediabetes/index.htm, then talk with your primary care provider about your next steps.
➡ Find more ways to protect your health and reduce your stroke risk at dhs.wisconsin.gov/coverdell/index.htm -stroke-risk