ADRC of Racine County, Wisconsin

 

The Caregiver Support team at the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Racine County, along with providing ongoing support for caregivers, facilitates several classes for older adults and caregivers throughout the year. Below is a very basic understanding of the classes offered. The classes for each year are published both in our newsletter and on the ADRC website. If you are interested in learning more about any of these classes, registering for a scheduled class, or being added to a waitlist, please contact the ADRC 

 

Classes and Programs

 

Caregivers/Caregiving

 

Powerful Tools For Caregivers*

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a six week, two-hour per week course. Caregivers learn many different tools to work with their loved one and others during their caregiving journey. There are communication techniques, relaxation options, and many other things that are very helpful along any caregiving journey.

In Person Class

Mondays

September 23rd- October 28th

1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m

Yorkville United Methodist Church1

7645 Old Yorkville Rd.Union Grove, WI 53182

Flyer

Suggested Donation for textbook $10.00

Register today by calling 262-833-8764 or email Ruth.stauersbol@racinecounty.com

 
For Information on the next session check back

 

Wellness/Self Care

 

Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes Online*

During this FREE ONLINE program you will:
  • Attend live, interactive classes online from your computer or mobile device.
  • Receive weekly support from your instructor, a trained lifestyle coach.
  • Connect with others working on the same goals as you.
  • Learn ways to manage stress.
  • Overcome barriers to healthy eating and physical activity.
Please indicate if Internet service is a barrier. FREE Hot
Spots are available.All participants must be Racine County residents and over 60+ years of age.
 
New series begin frequently and occur weekly for 12 months see the - Flyer  For details and to register, please email Taylor Scherer taylor.scherer@racinecounty.com
 

Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less Online*

Check it out!—a 15-week weight management program that works because it is not a diet—it’s a lifestyle!
All weekly classes are conducted online by a live instructor, fostering interaction between the instructor and all participants.
Participants can conveniently attend classes from home or office using a computer or mobile device.
ADRC of Racine County is covering the full cost of the program.
 
All participants must be Racine County residents and
over 60+ years of age.
 
New series begin frequently- Flyer 
For details and to register, please email Taylor Scherer
 
Please indicate if Internet service is a barrier. FREE Hot
Spots are available.All participants must be Racine County residents and over 60+ years of age.

Healthy Living with Chronic Pain*

A researched and proven program to improve health and well-being for people with chronic pain.
Join a HLCP workshop to explore ways to better manage your chronic pain. Take the time to make the changes you want to make. Build your “pain management toolbox”, practice new concepts, and share your experience with others. Set your own goals and priorities. Week-by-week, you’ll see what works for you and take steps toward healthier living.
 
 
Coming Soon - Check below under Partner Programs or this section
 
 

Stepping On*

Stepping on is a seven week, two-hour per week course for older adults about falls prevention. During the course, participants learn exercises specific to balance and falls prevention, along with discussing a multitude of other topics that relate to falls prevention, such as footwear, medication, and vision. 

Join Us for Stepping On! 

Yorkville United Methodist Church
17645 Old Yorkville Rd, Union Grove
Tuesday’s August 6th – September 17th
10:00AM - Noon
 
Trinity Terrace 2132 Center St, Racine
Tuesdays October 8 – November 19th
1:00PM - 3:00PM

 

Register: 

Contact Ruth at 262-833-874 or email Ruth.stauersbol@racinecounty.com

 

Medicare Programs

 

Medicare Workshops for those 60+

Workshop Features:

  • The Basic Overview of Medicare
  • Medicare Supplements –vs– Medicare Advantage
  • Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Medicare Plan Finder
  • What is new with Medicare 

 

Workshops - Check back for new schedule

Call to Register in advance 262-833-8777 or email adrc@racinecounty.com
 

   Check out our Medicare Workshops above, but if you want to go online:

Several Videos about how Medicare works.  See: https://youtu.be/WZVQSFBq2uw?list=PLaV7m2-zFKpjt7jXQYFjiy6fZ9qstPlxJ  You can also find information on enrollment. See more information on our Medicare page.

 

Information Series and Other Opportunities

 

 

Annual Caregiver Conference Resumes! 

Kudo's For Caregivers - Joy in Your Journey. 

September 13th 2024  See the Flyer for details.+

 

Memory Screen Event in Racine 

August 7th 10 am to 3 pm

at the Racine Public Library. 

See the Flyer for details.

 

Sip & Swipe

Sip & Swipe is a four-week, one hour per week course that teaches older adults how to use a tablet computer. The learner needs no prior experience with any type of computer and does not need to bring their own. A coach is at each session to help guide learners through the tutorial program.  Know your way around a tablet computer? Become a volunteer coach for the Sip and Swipe Cafe Tablet training program. 

Programs coming soon

Wednesdays in October & November
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Racine Public Library – The Innovation Lab
75 7th St, Racine
See the Flyer and register by calling Taylor S at
262-833-8777

 

Partner Programs

 

Healthy Living with Chronic Pain

If living with ongoing pain is keeping you from doing the things you want to do, Healthy Living with Chronic Pain can help by giving you the tools and strategies to manage your pain. Email communityeducation@aah.org for more information. 

Healthy Living with Chronic Pain

Sept 10 – Oct 15, 2024

Telephonic

aurora.org/events

Keyword: chronic pain

 

Check back for upcoming programs

 
 
*Evidence-based class through the Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging
All of the classes are informative not only because of the facilitation by the leaders, but also because each person who comes to the class has their own wisdom and experiences that they bring to the table. In this way, the participants and co-leaders all learn from each other. Each class is a rich experience that can be remembered long after the class is over, and each class has information that can be used all throughout your life.