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2021 ADRC Resource Directory Page 7Alzheimer’s Association Helpline24/7 Helpline: 1-800-272-3900TDD: 1-866-403-3073The Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline(800.272.3900) is available around the clock, 365days a year. Through this free service, specialistsand master’s-level clinicians offer confidential supportand information to people living with the disease,caregivers, families and the public.Contact the Helpline day or night to: Speak confidentially with master’s-level careconsultants for decision-making support, crisisassistance and education on issues families faceevery day. Learn about the symptoms of Alzheimer’s and otherdementias. Find out about local programs and services. Get general information about legal, financial andcare decisions, as well as treatment options formanaging symptoms. Tips for providing quality care. Recommendations for finding quality care providers. Strategies to reduce caregiver stress. Receive help in your preferred language throughour bilingual staff or translation service, whichaccommodates more than 200 languages. Legal and financial documents for future care. Access support through our TTY service (TTY:866.403.3073) if assistance is required via a teletypedevice. Referrals to local community programs andservices.Our professional staff has the knowledge to address avariety of topics: Memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Medication and treatment options that may help withcognitive and behavioral symptoms for a time. Safety issues. Aging and brain health.In collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association theADRC offers free classes throughout the year abouttopics related to Alzheimer’s disease and otherdementias. Topics for the free classes can include:Know the 10 Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease, The Basicsof Alzheimer’s disease, Effective Communication,Caregiver Stress and many more!Please Contact the ADRC at 1-855-492-2372 forinformation on upcoming classes in your area.Advertisements in this resource directory are for information only. Endorsements should not be implied or assumed.The ADRC is committed to providing unbiased services.GeneralAlzheimer’s Association Helpline

GeneralPage 8 2021 ADRC Resource DirectoryLong Term Care ProgramsFamily careFamily care is a public program that offers individualsa wide variety of long-term care services, makingit possible for seniors and adults with physical anddevelopmental disabilities to live at home and stayindependent as long as possible.Family Care members receive support from a caremanagement team made up of a care manager andnurse. They perform a comprehensive assessment ofyour needs, abilities, preferences and values to developa personalized plan to meet your outcomes and goals.Members continue to choose their own physicians whileFamily Care provides the added long-term care supportyou need. Your team may make suggestions and assistIRIS (INCLUDE, RESPECT, I SELF-DIRECT)IRIS allows for self directed services and puts theindividual in charge of his/her own long-term care.An individual creates a plan outlining long-term caresupports and services with an assigned monthlybudget. Individuals are able to hire their own serviceworkers directly or may utilize an agency or communityprovider. Individuals enrolled in IRIS work with an IRISin coordination, but you and your doctor will continue tobe responsible for managing your health and medicalcare decisions.Long Term Care Programscan help if you: Have a long term care need expected to lastmore than 90 days; and Are at least 18 with a physical or developmentaldisability; or Are at least 65 years of age; and Meet functional eligibility criteria; and Are Medicaid eligible (ADRC can assist withapplication process)Consultant and the IRIS Financial Service Agency whichpays for the services participants have authorized.Persons enrolled in IRIS manage goods and services tomeet their long-term care needs and use IRIS-funded,waiver eligible supports and services to remain in thecommunity and avoid institutional care. IRIS programparticipants are supported in self-direction by IRISConsultants and Fiscal Employer Agents.Energy assistance programWho qualifies forenergy assistance? Households whose total gross income for thethree months immediately preceding the month ofapplication is below the amount for their householdsize. Households that are responsible for paying heatingcosts directly to fuel or utility company. Households whose heating costs are included intheir rent may still qualify.Grant amounts are determined according to energycosts, household size, income, dwelling type, etc.Households that pay their energy costs to a utility orfuel company will receive a payment made directly totheir utility or fuel company.Energy AssistanceInformation is availableby contacting: Shawano County Department of HumanServices 715-526-4740 Stockbridge-Munsee Community 715-793-4862 Oconto County Department of Health andHuman Services 920-834-7055 Menominee County Human ServicesDepartment 715-799-3861Aging & disability resource center (ADRC) of the Wolf River Region(855) 492-ADRC (2372) 7-1-1 TTY www.adrcwolfriver.org

2021 ADRC Resource Directory Page 9Serving: Brown, Door, Shawano,Oconto and Marinette CountiesEconomic Support Services for Food Share,Child Care Assistance (excluding Menominee County)BadgerCare Plus and all other Medicaid Programs.The following can be done online and/or byphone: Apply for Benefits Report Changes Ask Questions Make an AppointmentFor Menominee County ResidentsCommunity Resource CenterPO Box 910, Keshena, WI 54135Physical Address:W3236 Wolf River Drive, Keshena, WI 54135Phone: 715-799-5137 Online: Access.wi.govCall Toll-Free: 1-888-794-5747Fax Proof/Verification: 1-855-293-1822Address for Mailing Verification/Documents:CDPU, PO Box 5234Janesville, WI 53547-5234Fax: 715-799-4470Stockbridge-Munsee Economic SupportN8705 MohHeConNuck Road,Bowler, WI 54416Phone: 715-793-4032 Fax: 715-793-4865access: Your Key to Health and Nutrition ProgramsACCESS is an Internet tool that can helpyou see if you might be able to get health,nutrition and other benefits, including: FoodShare Wisconsin Medicaid BadgerCare SeniorCare and Other Prescription DrugAssistance Programs WIC - Special Supplemental NutritionProgram for Women, Infants and Children Free/Reduced-Price School Meals Summer Food Service Program The Emergency Food Assistance Program(TEFAP) Tax CreditsHow to Use ACCESS in 5 easy steps!1. Open a web browser and go to www.access.wisconsin.gov2. Click the “Begin ACCESS” button to continue.3. After you read the Welcome Page, click on “Next”to begin. If you would like to learn more about usingACCESS, click the link at the bottom of the WelcomePage.4. You will be asked between 6 and 25 questions about thepeople in your home, their income and their bills. Youranswers will stay private and secure. You can alwaysclick on “Help” if you want to know more about anyquestion.5. When you are done with the questions, ACCESS will letyou know if you or other people in your home may beeligible for state and federal programs listed.Advertisements in this resource directory are for information only. Endorsements should not be implied or assumed.The ADRC is committed to providing unbiased services.Generalbay lake consortium

GeneralPage 10 2021 ADRC Resource DirectoryLocal Veteran’s ServicesDid you know that you have access to alocal County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO)or Tribal Veteran Service Officer (TVSO)?County Veterans Service Officers Associationof Wisconsin Mission Statement:Our mission is to provide veterans, theirfamily members and survivor’s informationabout federal and state VA benefits andassist them with applying for the benefitsthey earned through their service. We will dothis to the best of our ability using all meansavailable. We strive to provide customerservice that is unparalleled, and we treat ourcustomers with the respect and dignity theydeserve.Contact your local CVSO/TVSO for assistance in the following areas:Health Benefits Service-connected disability compensation VA Healthcare CHAMPVA Mental Health CounselingFinancial Benefits Non-Service connected pension Assistance to Needy Veterans (ANV) grants Veteran’s Service Commission grants Subsistence aid grant Retraining grants Property Tax CreditLoan Benefits Federal home loan guaranteeInsurance Benefits Service-Disabled Veterans Insurance Life Insurance SGLI and VGLI conversionsDeath Benefits Dependents Indemnity Compensation (DIC) Death pension Burial flag Government grave marker Burial Allowance Presidential Memorial Certificates (PMC) Grave registrationOther Services Transportation Recording of DD form 214 Obtaining discharge papers Obtaining military awards Obtaining personnel records Obtaining service medical records Veterans’ Home applications State park and trail passes “Veteran” identifier on driver’s license** Please note that not every veteran is eligible for every benefit**Aging & disability resource center (ADRC) of the Wolf River Region(855) 492-ADRC (2372) 7-1-1 TTY www.adrcwolfriver.org

2021 ADRC Resource Directory Page 11Ho-Chunk NationTribal ServiceOfficerW9814 Airport Rd.Black River Falls, WI 54615715-284-4563Oconto County Service Officer301 Washington St.Oconto, WI 54153920-834-6817Shawano County Service Officer311 N. Main St.Shawano, WI 54166715-526-9183Stockbridge-Munsee TribalService Officer203 W. Main St, PO Box 70Bowler, WI 54416(715) 793-4036medicare part dMedicare has expanded its coverage to includeprescription drugs as of January 1, 2006. Any personwho receives benefits through Medicare (Part A and/or B) is eligible for the Medicare Part D drug benefit.However, Medicare Part D is a voluntary programand if you want the benefit you will need to enroll in aMedicare Part D plan. Please be aware that if you donot enroll in Medicare Part D or have other “creditablecoverage” you will be subjecting yourself to a premiumpenalty if you decide to enroll at a later time. Unliketraditional Medicare coverage, private insurancecompanies whose plans have been approved by theMEDICARE PART D HelpContact the Aging and Disability Resource Center(ADRC) of the Wolf River Region to speak with aBenefit Specialist by calling (855) 492-2372 orvisit the website at www.adrcwolfriver.org. Medigap Part D& Prescription Drug HelplineFor 60 & older 855-677-278359 & younger 800-926-4862 Medicare 800-633-4227 SeniorCare Hotline 800-657-2038 Social Security 800-772-1213 Medigap Helpline 800-242-1060federal government offer drug coverage throughMedicare Part D. The private insurance companywill administer the drug coverage not the federalgovernment. A Benefit Specialist can meet with you todiscuss your prescription drug coverage needs andhelp you enroll in a Medicare Part D plan - if you chooseto enroll.Medicare SavingsPrograms - Extra HelpMedicare Savings Programs can help Medicarerecipients with limited income and assets pay fortheir Medicare Part B premium. Some Medicarereceipients may also qualify for Prescription ExtraHelp to pay for the costs of the monthly premiums,annual deductibles, and prescription co-paymentsthat are related to a Medicare Part D prescriptiondrug plan. Many people qualify for these potentiallybig savings and don’t even know it, so it is worthasking the question.To find out if you qualify for Prescription Extra Helpfor the Medicare Savings Programs, contact theADRC and ask about these low income Medicareprograms. We can assist with a financial assessmentto see if you qualify and help with the application ifyou meet the guidlines.Advertisements in this resource directory are for information only. Endorsements should not be implied or assumed.The ADRC is committed to providing unbiased services.GeneralMenominee County/Tribal Service OfficerW3191 Fredenburg Dr.Keshena, WI 54135715-799-3729

GeneralPage 12 2021 ADRC Resource DirectoryHealthcare and Advance planningHealthcare and advance planning allows you to makechoices regarding your medical care and/or financesin the event that you become incapacitated. This isyour opportunity to express your wishes rather thanpotentially having a court appoint a guardian to dothis for you. Advance Planning may be made by anycompetent individual 18 years and older.may want to seek legal advice from an attorney. Theforms available online are:The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS)has healthcare and advance planning forms availableonline. These forms are designed to be completedwithout the assistance of an attorney. Given yourparticular circumstances or concerns, however, youIf printing these forms from the Internet, pleaseassure that you print and complete all pages of theforms you are using. To be valid, the forms must becomplete and signed. The Declaration to Physicians(Living Will) and the Power of Attorney for Health Carehave accompanying letters that are not part of thelegal forms but contain information that should beread prior to completing the forms.Copies of the formsmay be obtained by: These forms, or variations of these forms, mayalso be available from your attorney, physicianor hospital Pick-up forms at the Aging & Disability ResourceCenter Printing forms from the internet-www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/search advanced directives gwaar.org/click on WI Guardianship supportcenter D eclaration to Physicians (Wisconsin Living Will) P ower of Attorney for Health Care P ower of Attorney for Finance and PropertyThe forms contain standardized wording specifiedin the Wisconsin Statutes. If these forms are filledout and signed correctly, the completed forms arepresumed to be valid in the State of Wisconsin. Donot change the preprinted wording of the formsunless instructions for the forms indicate you may doso. Changing the forms, contrary to their instructionsmay invalidate the completed forms. If the forms arenot sufficient for your needs, consult an attorney.Supported Decision-MakingSupported Decision-Making (SDM) is a recognized alternativeto guardianship through which people with disabilities use friends,family members, and professionals to help them understand thesituations and choices they face, so they may make their owndecisions. Simply, it’s the way most of us make decision; by askingtrusted friends and allies to help explain things we don’t understand.SDM can help people understand information, issues and choices,weigh all their options, ensure that their personal preferences areconsidered and help them communicate those preferences andchoices to the right people. It is a less restrictive alternative to fullguardianship of the person.For more information, see www.wi-bpdd.org/SupportedDecision-MakingAging & disability resource center (ADRC) of the Wolf River Region(855) 492-ADRC (2372) 7-1-1 TTY www.adrcwolfriver.org

2021 ADRC Resource Directory Page 13PREPARING MAKES SENSE. GET READY NOW.Get a Kit ofEmergency SuppliesThe first step is to consider how an emergency mightaffect your individual needs. Plan to make it on yourown for at least three days. It’s possible that youwill not have access to a medical facility or even adrugstore. It is crucial that you and your family thinkabout what kinds of resources you use on a dailybasis and what you might do if those resources arelimited or not available.EMERGENCY SUPPLY KIT ITEMS: Water, one gallon of water per person per day for atleast three days, for drinking and sanitation Food, at least a three-day supply of nonperishablefood Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAAWeather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries First aid kit Whistle to signal for help Dust mask to help filter contaminated air and plasticsheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties forpersonal sanitation Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food) Local mapsADDITIONAL

the AdRc is committed to providing unbiased services. Aging & disAbility ResouRce centeR (AdRc) of the Wolf River egion (855) 492-AdRc (2372) 7-1-1 tty www.adrcwolfriver.org Advertisements in this resource directory are for information only. endorsements should not be implied or assumed. the AdRc is committed to providing unbiased services.