ADRC of Waukesha County - Insights and Newsroom

A Division of Waukesha County's Department of health and Human Services

  • Celebrating Senior Moments

    When someone says, “I’m having a ‘senior moment’”, what comes to mind?  Something positive, inspiring, or fun? Or something negative, embarrassing, or a mistake?  A “senior moment” should make us smile - not cringe. Too often, aging is framed as something to resist or reverse. We’re told to look younger, not live fuller. Cards joke about decline rather than applaud another year of growth.” These are everyday signs of ageism, which is defined as discrimination against older people due to negative and inaccurate stereotypes. We can change the story with your help.

  • Ask Ina: How to Contact the Social Security Administration in Waukesha County

    Dear Ina,
    All of this talk about contacting Social Security and I feel like I am still having issues contacting them! Any update on this? 

    From,
    Mora Changes

  • Skilled Care vs. Custodial Care: Taking Care of You Inside Your Home

    Medicare does not cover custodial care but will cover skilled care under specific circumstances. Knowing the differences between custodial care and skilled care will help you better understand your medical care choices and financial obligations. First, it is important to know what custodial care is...