Society's Assets

11/26/2025

Hear from Jackie Slana, Vice-Chairperson on the Society's Assets Board of Directors. Jackie talks about the goal of the Society's Assets organization along with its services.

Hear from Vice-Chairperson on the Society's Assets Board of Directors, Jackie Slana. Jackie talks about the goal of the Society's Assets organization along w...

11/25/2025

We made a YouTube channel! Follow us for the latest video series. It is a project where you will hear from our community partners, staff, board members, and local business owners. We invite you to get to know us and our mission of serving people with disabilities in Southeastern Wisconsin. The first image is our YouTube handle which is The second image is a sneak peek inside The Hub Digital Media Lab where the accessible videos were created. Picture of inside the control room with editing equipment. On the computer monitor screen is Ashley and Peter from Look for their video to come next week.

11/25/2025

In this video, Ralph with Kenosha Community Media introduces himself and shares about his disabilities. There is a logo in the upper left corner of the screen that is of a blue and pink swirl with a grey triangular play symbol in the center and text that says "Kenosha Community Media."

In this video, Ralph with Kenosha Community Media introduces himself and shares about his disabilities. There is a logo in the upper left corner of the scree...

11/24/2025

Nikki talks about the partnership between Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (SWRPC) and Society's Assets.

Nikki talks about the partnership between Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (SWRPC) and Society's Assets.

11/22/2025

Cynthia talks about her role as a Lead Independent Living Coordinator and how you can support our mission.

Cynthia talks about how you can support our mission. "I am passion about my position as I get to help our consumers maintain their independence in the commun...

11/21/2025

A message from our Chairperson on the Board of Directors, Terri Gilliland. 2nd video in the Giving Tuesday film project series at Society's Assets.

"We [at Society's Assets] are dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling and productive lives." - Terri Gilliland, Chairperson ...

11/21/2025

1st video in the Giving Tuesday video series at Society's Assets. Learn what a Center for Independent Living is (CIL), gain an understanding of the importance of creating accessible content, and get introduced to what the Giving Tuesday film project is all about. "This video introduces some of the wonderful people I have met over the last couple of years while out in the community." - Kalli, Community Engagement Coordinator at Society's Assets

1st video in the Giving Tuesday film project series at Society's Assets. Learn what a Center for Independent Living is (CIL), gain an understanding of the im...

11/18/2025

Are you living with a disability? Is there an accessible device like a van, hearing aid, or motorized scooter that would make your life easier? WisLoan can help. Contact Society's Assets, your local Independent Living Center to see if you qualify 262-637-9128

11/18/2025

11/14/2025

Family caregivers were celebrated today at the Racine ADRC's Kudos for Caregivers Conference. Society's Assets staff are pictured sharing resource information along with information about personal care and housekeeping services. Conference attendees enjoyed exploring a table full of adaptive equipment for fall prevention and other equipment to keep people being cared for as independent as possible.

11/13/2025

Thank you to all previous contributing sponsors, donors, and event volunteers. Please save Thursday, June 18, 2026 on your calendar for our next Dollars For Scholars event: A Fundraiser Hosted by Society's Assets. This fundraiser provides students with disabilities financial assistance to reach their academic goals.

This coming year's Honorary Chairperson is Hamza Jaka. Hamza is a past Society's Assets scholarship winner. He attended UC-Berkely for both his undergraduate degree and law school. Hamza says, "The Society's Assets scholarship helped boost my confidence, gave me security, and showed me that people care about my future outside of academics. I will never forget that support.”

Please consider becoming one of our sponsors or increasing your sponsorship contribution level for 2026. We hope to see you in June whether returning or joining us for the first time!

11/10/2025

WisTech is Wisconsin's assistive technology program funded under the AT Act of 1998. WisTech provides information on selecting, funding, and using assistive technology.

Assistive technology is any item, device, or piece of equipment used to maintain or improve the functionality of people with disabilities, allowing them to be more independent in education, employment, recreation, and daily living activities. Assistive technology includes the services necessary to get and use the devices, including assessment, customization, repair, and training.

For more information on how to utilize our assistive technology Loan Closet (Supported by WisTech), call Society's Assets at 800-378-9128.