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Serving Shawano, Oconto and Menominee Counties and the Stockbridge-Munsee Community

Events

From Support Groups to Health and Wellness Clinics

The Wisconsin-based ADRC of the Wolf River Region connects you with upcoming local events in Shawano, Oconto and Menominee Counties and the Stockbridge-Munsee Community. Take a look through the list below and follow any instructions for registration.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesdays – Social Hour

Join the ADRC for a social hour event the 1st Wednesday of each month from 9:00 am – 10:00 am at the ADRC office in Oconto Falls. This is a great way to get out of the house to socialize with others. Activities include board games, puzzles, reading, and more. Contact Nicole if you have any questions by calling 715-526-4687.

Memory Cafe

The Memory Cafe provides an innovative form of social engagement for people living with dementia, cognitive decline or other memory loss. This event is intended to be enjoyed by those with memory loss as well as their caregivers, family and friends. For more information, contact Liz at 715-526-4708.

Menominee County – 1st Wednesday of the month from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Oconto County – 1st Monday of the month from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Shawano County – 4th Tuesday of the month from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Click here to view the list of upcoming memory cafe activities.

Caregiver Support Groups

This support group is designed to help caregivers share stories, learn tips and interact with others who are in similar situations.

1st Monday of the month from 10:00 am – 11:00 am at the ADRC office in Oconto Falls
3rd Thursday of the month from 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm at the Lakewood Library
4th Monday of the month from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm at the FACE Center in Keshena
4th Monday of the month virtually via Microsoft Teams from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Contact Liz at 715-526-4708 for login information.
4th Wednesday of the month at The Drip Coffeehouse in Shawano on Main Street from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

ONGOING EVENTS

The following events are regularly scheduled and ongoing – see each item for details regarding meeting days/times.

ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) Support Group – 3rd Wednesday of each month

Meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month at Options for Independent Living in Green Bay from 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm. Contact Carolynne for more information at 920-288-7095.

Caregivers Stronger Together Support Group – 4th Thursday of each month

The Caring Tree Adult Day Center in Oconto Falls offers a support group called Caregiver Stronger Together. This support group provides a safe, comfortable environment where people who are caregivers can connect with others in similar situations. This support group meets the 4th Thursday of each month from 10:00 am – 11:00 am pm at The Caring Tree Adult Day Center. Contact Bonnie for more information by calling 920-848-8885.

Caring Tree Adult Day Services – Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

Adult Day Services (ADS) are designed to meet the needs of adult participants who are functionally, physically or cognitively impaired, socially isolated, frail, or may be suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or other type of memory loss. These services are provided at The Caring Tree Adult Day Center, located at 512 Caldwell Avenue, Oconto Falls (inside the Oconto Falls Senior Center). The hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.

Community Dinner – 4th Tuesday of each month

First Presbyterian Church in Shawano offers a free community dinner the 4th Tuesday of every month at 5:30 pm. First Presbyterian Church is located on Main Street next to the Post Office. Click here to view their informational flyer.

Epilepsy Support Group – 3rd Tuesday of each month

Meetings are held at Options for Independent Living in Green Bay the third Tuesday of every month (Sept – June) from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm. For more information contact Ariel at 920-471-2134.

Golden Girls – Tuesdays
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., Rainbow House Domestic Abuse Services in Oconto, More info

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group (Shawano) – Meets every Monday

This support group meets every Monday at the Shawano Civic Center beginning at 6:00 pm. Contact Colleen for more information at 715-851-9969.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group (Green Bay) – 4th Tuesday of each month

This support group meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at Options for Independent Living in Green Bay from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. Care partner breakout secessions are available at most meetings. Contact Lisa Van Donsel for more information at 920-621-0949.

Parkinson Support / Early Stages of Dementia Group Shawano Area – 2nd Tuesday of each month

The Parkinson Support Group for the Shawano area meets the second Tuesday of every month from 10:00 am – 11:00 am at the Shawano Municipal Building located at 127 South Sawyer Street. Contact Liz for more information at 715-526-4708.

Visually Impaired People (VIP) Support Group (Shawano WI) – 4th Monday of each month

This support group for the visually impaired meets the 4th Monday of each month at 1:00 pm at the Shawano Library. There is no cost to attend. For more information contact Caroline at 715-851-1076.

We Are People

The We Are People support group meets the fourth Wednesday of every month at 11:00 am at the Shawano Civic Center. Contact Debbie at 715-526-6789 for more information. Click here to view their brochure.

Social Security
Medicare
Bay Lake Consortium/ACCESS
The Marketplace
Wisconsin Department of Health Services

County/Community Websites:
Menominee County
Oconto County
Shawano County
Stockbridge-Munsee Community

Locations:
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Events

From Support Groups to Health and Wellness Clinics

UPCOMING EVENTS

ONGOING EVENTS

Oconto County Elder Benefit Specialist Relocates to Oconto Falls ADRC Offices

NOTICE: Shawano County Aging Department Merges with ADRC Wolf River