Contact information changing for Health, Nutrition and Child Care Benefits in Milwaukee Cnty

MADISON – The Department of Health Services emphasizes that important phone numbers will be changing beginning July 1, 2009 in Milwaukee County for the following programs: • FoodShare • BadgerCare Plus • Medicaid (Title 19) • Caretaker Supplement • Wisconsin Shares (child care) Individuals who need to report changes to their case can do so online at access.wi.gov or contact the call/change center at 1-888-947-6583 (voice) or 711 (TTY). The contact information to mail or fax verification or proof will also change on July 1, 2009 to:

Milwaukee Enrollment Services Center P.O. Box 05676 Milwaukee, WI  53205-0676 FAX: (414) 438-4580

For customers who need to schedule an appointment or to check on child care eligibility and authorizations, the number to call is (414) 289-6464.

"Fill the Purse" for CWAG Fundraiser

Help CWAG with their luncheon fundraiser. "Fill" a purse and you will be recognized in the event program and on the card that will accompany the purse you donated. More information

Save the Date, Wed. September 9, End-of-Life Conference

Flyer with more information.

Educational Forums for Seniors, July 21 & August 7, Fox Point-Bayside LX CLub

Specialists in Aging in Place, Real Estate, Will/Estates, Caregiving Services will hold an educational forum on July 21 & August 7 from 1 - 4 pm at 217 W. Dunwood Road, Fox Point WI 53217.  For more information or contact Paul Kintz, 414-351-6060.

Alzheimer's Memory Walk , October 3, 2009. Sponsorship information

We wanted to alert you to a wonderful marketing/sponsorship opportunity that supports our Memory Walk events this coming fall.  The attached PDF outlines the sponsorship levels and includes a commitment form. Please share with others that may be interested in supporting Memory Walk.

Your support and participation in Memory Walk is crucial to our Mission and we appreciate your ongoing support.  Please see the attached sheet for more information.  If you are interested, please respond no later than August 1, 2009.

Additionally, it is time to register your team!  Click here http://www.alz.org/sewi/in_my_community_memorywalk.asp to register your team, create your own webpage, email others to join your team or support you as a walker, and access fundraising tools.  Let’s make this the best year yet!

Earn a Doctotate in Social Work with a Specialty in Applied Gerontoloty

The Helen Bader School of Social Welfare at UWM is accepting applications for its Doctor of Philosphy in Social Work degree. Generous financial assistance is available. For more information

or visit www.hbsswphd.uwm.edu.

Latest Research in Detection and Treatment of ALzheimer's Disease - Aug 25th

Learn about the latest breakthroughs in detection and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease from front-line researchers, followed by a panel discussion on clinical observations and information on how individuals can get involved in research and clinical trials: 8:30 am to Noon, Tuesday, August 25, MCFI Conference Center, 2020 W. Wells Street, registration/flyer

Waukesha County Caregivers eligible for Caregiver Retreat September 25 & 26

Are you a caregiver in need of a FREE vacation with your family? Anyone from Waukesha County who is providing any type of assistance to an adult 50 years or older is considered a caregiver. We know you are busy taking care of your friend, neighbor, or family member and we want to honor YOU!! Come join us for a weekend at Camp WhitcombMasonfor a fun filled getaway on beautiful Lake Keesus. Not only will youhave some quality time with your family but you will also meet other caregivers too.

SPACE IS LIMITED so reserve your spot TODAY!!!

For More Information and to Register

Call Tammy Hahn at (414) 8998672

or email sparks@wi.rr.com

Flyer

"Effectively Communicating with Persons with Dementia" -State Fair Park

The Alzheimer's Association is conducting a 3 hour session for direct care professionals that will cover the social needs of persons with dementia and provide tools and techniques for ways to have meaningful interactions.  The presentation is highly interactive and will provide the opportunity to use skills learned. July 22, 1-4pm, cost $50.00. Tommy Thompson Youth Center, State Fair Park, Registration/flyer

What should MCDA be doing in the next few years to make Milwaukee a better place for older adults?

Please share your thoughts and ideas at a public hearing planned specifically for service providers of older adults on Thursday, July 16th from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the Washington Park Senior Center (4420 W. Vliet Street).  Feedback from this hearing will help shape the Department on Aging’s Area Plan for 2010 – 2012.  The Milwaukee Aging Consortium is co-sponsoring this event – please plan to attend!

Other locations and times.

Festa Lights for Alzheimer's, July 16th

The organizers of Festa Italiana and the Alzheimer's Association are teaming up to present "Festa Lights for Alzheimer's" at Festa Italiana on July 16th. Join us for an evening of lights that will include a candlelight vigil starting at 8:45 p.m. on the south end of the Festa grounds, followed by a very special fireworks display at 10:00 p.m. The Alzheimer's Association will be at Festa Italiana all four days of the event with information about Alzheimer's disease, brain health, support groups, Memory Walk, volunteer opportunities, programs and services offered by the Alzheimer's Association. Festa Italiana tickets are available from the Alzheimer's Association for $10; for information call 414-479-880. Some proceeds go to the Alzheimer's Association. 

Save the Date, P.U.R.S.E. Fundraiser, Thursday, September 24th

11:00 am - 1:30 pm, Italian Community Center, For more information contact Carmen Pangilinan, CWAG, 414-817-0030.

Pets are Lifesavers: The Benefits of Pets for Seniors

Learn about the social, physical and mental benefits pets offer seniors.

Lynn Olenik, Executive Director of Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County (HAWS) will share suggestions to help seniors retain and maintain their pets for a healthy and fulfilling mutual relationship. Learn about pet services available for assisting seniors. “Sika”, Certified Therapy Dog, will demonstrate and entertain.

Thursday, July 9th, 10:00 am - Noon, New Berlin Library, Community Room.