Aging & Disability Resource Center of Columbia County

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The Aging & Disability Resource Center's sole purpose is to empower and support seniors, people with disabilities and their families by providing personalized assistance for those seeking help navigating the private and public long-term care system.

We are excited for our FAST team to be celebrating their one-year anniversary! Our APS team has been hard at work the pa...
12/19/2025

We are excited for our FAST team to be celebrating their one-year anniversary! Our APS team has been hard at work the past year connecting with different organizations and working together to create a safer community for older adults. We look forward for many great years to come!

🎉 Congratulations to the Columbia County Financial Abuse Specialist Team (FAST) on celebrating one year of impact!

As Wisconsin’s 6th-oldest FAST, your continued commitment—meeting regularly to address scams, financial exploitation trends, and complex cases—makes a real difference in protecting older adults and strengthening prevention across the community.

Thank you for going strong and leading the way! 💜

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Stay safe out there and do not go out if you do not have to!
12/18/2025

Stay safe out there and do not go out if you do not have to!

It is going to be a cold one this weekend, please be extra careful as you go out. Wear warm clothes, hats and gloves to ...
12/12/2025

It is going to be a cold one this weekend, please be extra careful as you go out. Wear warm clothes, hats and gloves to keep the frost off your skin. If you can, stay in this weekend.

We wish you a warm and safe weekend!

The ADA is an important part of accessibility in all parts of life. It is important to know and understand what it does ...
12/12/2025

The ADA is an important part of accessibility in all parts of life. It is important to know and understand what it does and how it helps the people it is meant to serve. The ADA helps to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to participate in their communities. Here is a quick graphic from adata.org to get a better understanding of the ADA.

12/11/2025
12/10/2025

❄️ All meal sites are closed today due to the weather. They will be back to serving meals tomorrow. Stay safe! ❄️

There is a winter weather advisory for tonight going into Wednesday morning. Make sure you are slowing down if you have ...
12/09/2025

There is a winter weather advisory for tonight going into Wednesday morning. Make sure you are slowing down if you have to go out and have some supplies stored away in case you lose power or cannot leave your house. It is better to be over prepared and not need it than the alternative.

Stay safe, warm, and check in on your friends and neighbors to ensure they have what they need. In case of any emergency be sure to call 911.

If you are struggling to keep warm, reach out to the Community Action Coalition ((608) 742-3320, 9-5, M-W) or the Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program ((866) 432-8947, 8-4, M-F) for help.

12/08/2025

Traveling to friends and family can be draining and stressful, here are some tips to help ease holiday travel stress.
12/05/2025

Traveling to friends and family can be draining and stressful, here are some tips to help ease holiday travel stress.

Stay healthy, active and stress-free during holiday travel with these simple wellness tips. From staying active and hydrated to managing stress and prioritizing self-care, discover how to maintain your physical and mental well-being on the go.

SAFETY TIPS AND WARMING CENTER-SHELTER INFORMATIONColumbia County Emergency Management is encouraging residents to prepa...
12/04/2025

SAFETY TIPS AND WARMING CENTER-SHELTER INFORMATION

Columbia County Emergency Management is encouraging residents to prepare for the cold weather. These weather conditions can be dangerous to humans and animals.

The following actions are recommended during extreme cold temperatures:

➡Check on the elderly (they slip and fall going out to get mail)
➡If you have to travel, make sure to have an emergency kit, extra blankets and plenty of warm clothing
➡Check on pets (make sure they have proper shelter)
➡Do not let children play outside, frostbite can begin on exposed skin within 5-10 minutes
➡Make sure intoxicated persons get home safe and don’t wander
➡Keep fuel tanks full
➡Do not run heaters from extension cords (this is the cause of many fires as the cords are not heavy enough to handle the electric load)

If you see someone out in the cold that is under-dressed, appears confused, is shivering, or is having difficulties speaking, check on them and call for help! You may save a life!!

See attached Warming Shelter Locations. If you need shelter accommodations outside of these designated times, please notify your local municipality or the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office at 608-742-4166 Extension 1 and request Emergency Management.

12/04/2025

The Senate Special Committee on Aging is holding a hearing next week on the importance of community living, and they’re asking for real stories from people who rely on Medicaid home and community-based services (HCBS). If HCBS support you or someone in your life to live and fully participate in the community, now is the time to share your story! The deadline is December 8, so make sure Congress understands what these services make possible. https://bit.ly/4rzzHl8

12/02/2025

Connection starts with small steps! Looking to feel more connected in your community? Try:
🤝 Volunteering with a local group
☕ Sharing coffee with a neighbor
🚶 Joining a walking club or fitness class
📚 Visiting your library or community center
🎶 Attending a local concert, market, or festival

Every “hello” builds a stronger community and helps you—and your neighbors—be more socially connected.

Address

111 E. Mullett Street , P. O. Box 136
Portage, WI
53901

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18887429233

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The Aging & Disability Resource Center's sole purpose is to empower and support seniors, people with disabilities and their families by providing personalized assistance for those seeking help navigating the private and public long-term care system.

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