HearthStone of WI

HearthStone of WI HearthStone is a self-help and advocacy organization for people with disabilities and their families.

More information on becoming a member can be found here: https://hearthstonewi.org/free-hearthstone-membership-request/ In October of 1995, a small group of family members and friends in the Sheboygan area were drawn together for a common concern they shared about how we as a society were caring for disabled individuals in our community. The initial focus of this group was directed mostly to the residential care facilities we had in the county. The concern and grassroots efforts by this group lead to the creation of “HearthStone of Wisconsin”, which filed Articles of Incorporation with the State of Wisconsin as a non-stock, non-profit organization in December of 1996. Our mission is to make our communities a welcoming place for people with disabilities and to support and encourage positive life experiences. Our members are people with developmental and/or physical disabilities, their families, friends and people within our communities who care about them. We offer assistance, guidance, advocacy and support in transition to and in perpetuation of community-based living. We believe in working together to help dreams come true; Dreams of Independence, Dreams of Respect, Dreams of Achievement, and Dreams of Laughter. In the past, HearthStone has helped provide and obtain funding which enabled individuals and families with a disabled member to have their own home. We have helped families obtain funding for specialized equipment and or respite care. We continue to hold quarterly community educational meetings and seminars for the disabled and their family members. In addition we regularly provide social opportunities for our young people including an annual summer outing, bowling party, Christmas party, and spring dance. We continue to be a strong advocacy voice for the disabled in our community and throughout the state attempting to influence legislative policies that improve services and promote greater independence for individuals with disabilities.

02/06/2026
02/06/2026

Join us for a 4-part webinar series on future planning for people with disabilities, family members, and professionals. The first two sessions will cover decision-making options including Supported Decision-Making (SDM), powers of attorney, and guardianships. The second two sessions will go over basic financial planning including special needs trusts, ABLE accounts, and other options that help protect benefits while saving and planning for the future.

All sessions will be held from 12-1 pm on the dates listed below. Registration is free and you will only need to register once as all sessions will use the same zoom link. You will receive an email with the zoom link and a reminder before each session.

Session Dates and Registration:
Session 1 (March 4): Supported Decision-Making and Alternatives to Guardianship.
Session 2 (March 11): Lived Experience with Decision-Making: Young Adult Panel
Session 3 (March 25): Financial Planning for People with disabilities and Family Members
Session 4 (April 1): Understanding Work and Benefits

You can register by using the link below or clicking the button. You will receive an email with the zoom link which will be used for all four sessions.

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02/04/2026
Saturday 2/7/26
02/02/2026

Saturday 2/7/26

Enjoy a Sensory-Friendly Afternoon at the Milwaukee Public Museum with Autism United! Bring the whole family and join us on Saturday, February 7, from 3–5 pm for a special sensory-friendly experience at the museum. During this time, exhibits will feature adjusted lighting and quieter soundscapes, ...

02/02/2026

Growing into adulthood means learning how to make real-life decisions.

Help your child today by practicing decision-making skills that build confidence, independence, and self-advocacy. 💙

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02/02/2026

Ain’t that the truth!!

Looks like winter isn't over yet. We know something else stuck on repeat: direct support professionals doing a highly skilled, high-responsibility job while wages still lag far behind what that work requires.

02/02/2026

“Nothing about us without us.”
This powerful slogan has long been a rallying cry in the disability rights movement — and for good reason.

It means that decisions that affect people with disabilities should never be made without their direct input, leadership, and lived experience at the table. It's about voice, representation, and respect.

At Options, we don’t just believe in that philosophy — we embody it. Over 50% of our staff and board are people with disabilities. That lived experience shapes EVERY program we offer, EVERY solution we build, and EVERY barrier we work to remove. Because inclusion isn’t real unless the people most impacted are leading the way.

If you or your organization want to ensure lived experience has a seat at your table, connect with Autumn at 920-393-1035 — we’re here to help.

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02/02/2026

It’s important to call someone out if they use the “r-word”.

Are you familiar with Wispact and what it can do for people with disabilities?💲🏦💵💲🏦💰💲
02/01/2026

Are you familiar with Wispact and what it can do for people with disabilities?
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The Wispact Office will be closed December 24,25, 26 and January 1. The Wispact Office will be closed on Dec. 24, 25, and 26 and Jan. 1 for the Holidays. Please plan your distributions, accordingly. Contact your Beneficiary Specialist.   living beyond limitationsWe improve the lives of people of al...

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01/30/2026

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By using takiwatanga, autism is understood not as a limitation but as a different way of being, deserving patience, understanding, and respect. This reflects Māori values of whānau, mana, and belonging.

01/29/2026

After years struggling to find staff to support people with IDD living in the community, an influx of federal dollars allowed service providers to make headway, but the gains could be short-lived.

01/29/2026

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P. O. Box 1444
Sheboygan, WI
53082

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