Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County

10/22/2026

Memory Loss and Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Wednesday, October 28th
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Lake Street Methodist Church
337 Lake St., Eau Claire

If you are caring for someone with Alzheimer's or a related dementia you are not alone. This group is designed to support caregivers with education, resources and connection with others who understand the journey.
Individuals living with dementia are welcome to attend alongside their caregiver.

Contact the ADRC at 715-839-4735 for more information.

10/21/2026

Develop Your Advocacy Skills!
The Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Network (WAAN) is hosting three Aging Advocacy 101 trainings this fall. Are you an older adult or family caregiver who wants to learn how to advocate? This is the perfect opportunity for you!
These 90-minute, virtual trainings will teach the basics of advocacy, how to share your story, and explore ways to engage with legislators and policymakers. During the training, you will learn skills, practice them with others, and ask questions.

Training dates are:
• Monday, November 16 from 9:00-10:30 a.m.
• Wednesday, December 2 from 5:00-6:30 p.m.
• Saturday, December 5 from 10:00-11:30 a.m. *CAREGIVER FOCUSED*

You only need to register for one of the training dates. Learn more and find the registration form at:

10/20/2026

Coffee Group for Men
Connections and Coffee for Men Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer's Disease or Other Type of Dementia

1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, next one is tomorrow October 21st.

11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Peace Lutheran Church
501 Filmore, Eau Claire

Questions, contact Bob at [email protected]

10/19/2026

Brain Health Check Up
A closer look at memory changes

Wednesday October 21st - 8:30 am - 11:30 am
L.E. Phillips Senior Center
1616 Bellinger St. Eau Claire

To schedule an appointment, call the ADRC at 715-839-4735, 888-338-4636 or [email protected]

A brain health check-up (memory screen) is a wellness tool that helps identify possible changes in memory and cognition. We screen for other things, why not your memory?

This screen creates a baseline of where a person is at so that future changes can be monitored.

It's FREE, confidential and only takes 15 minutes.

10/17/2026

You're invited! Caring Across Generation and filmmaker Liz Sargent are hosting a FREE special community screening of the award-winning feature film Take Me Home at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepard in Eau Claire on November 6th at 6:00 pm. A reception will follow, with a 1 Million Care Conversations listening session. For more information, visit careconversations.com

About the film: Anna (Anna Sargent, in her acting debut), a middle-aged Korean adoptee with a cognitive disability, cares for her aging parents as they balance each other’s needs. Alongside her sister Emily (Ali Ahn) and her father (Victor Slezak), Anna must confront challenging questions about the future, but she remains determined to build a life where they can all thrive.

10/16/2026

Grief and Loss Support Group for Older Adults
3rd Wednesday of the Month
October 21st, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Trinity Lutheran Church, Fireside Room
1314 E. Lexington Blvd, Eau Claire

* Facilitated by individuals with lived experience.
* A supportive and compassionate group
* For older adults experiencing grief and loss in any form: death, health and life transitions.
* Find comfort, connection and healing.
* A safe and understanding environment
* Grief related education and resources.

Contact the ADRC at 715-839-4735 for more information.

10/09/2026

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Medicare fraud and abuse can happen anywhere, and usually results in higher health care costs and taxes for everyone.

10/07/2026

A non-partisan effort to increase voting turnout and participation in the electoral process among members of Wisconsin’s disability community. The WDVC is funded by Disability Rights Wisconsin and the Board for People with Developmental Disabilities.

10/01/2026

The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County is looking for a full-time Options Counselor. This position provides counseling about options available to meet long-term care needs as well as factors to consider when making long-term care decisions.
To apply follow the link here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/eauclaire/jobs/5498824/options-counselor?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

If you have questions about the position, you can contact Lisa Riley at 715-839-6919 or [email protected]

09/30/2026

The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County is looking for a full-time Options Counselor. This position provides counseling about options available to meet long-term care needs as well as factors to consider when making long-term care decisions.
To apply follow the link here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/eauclaire/jobs/5498824/options-counselor?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

If you have questions about the position, you can contact Lisa Riley at 715-839-6919 or [email protected]