Contact the ADRC Wolf River Region
Contact the ADRC Wolf River Region

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Toll-free: 1-855-492-ADRC (2372)

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

 

Walk With Ease

Walk with Ease is designed to help those living with arthritis better manage their pain, but it’s also ideal for people without arthritis who want to make walking a regular habit. Classes are one-hour each, three times per week, for six weeks. This group meets at the Matsche Community Center in Birnamwood on Mondays, Wednesday, and Fridays (May 4 – June 12) from 9:00 am – 10:00 am. Contact Melissa to register by calling 715-524-6837.

 

Medicare 101

Join the ADRC for this free class regarding the basics of Medicare. Contact 1-855-492-2372 to register.

 

  • April 22: Shawano County Human Services from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
  • May 7: North Lakes Community Clinic in Lakewood from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

 

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.

 

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.

 

Fresh Hope for Mental Health – Every Monday

Fresh Hope for Mental Health is an international network of Christian peer-to-peer mental health support groups whose mission is to empower those with mental health challenges, along with their loved ones, to live full and rich lives in spite of having a mental health diagnosis. The group meets every Monday at Hope Church in Shawano at 7:00 pm. Contact Julie for more information by calling 920-290-1856 or Tim at 920-277-5095.

 

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.

 

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 from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm at the Shawano Civic Center. Contact Debbie at 715-851-4614 for more information.

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