Racine County, WI

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a six week, two-hour per week course. Caregivers learn many different tools to work with their loved one and others during their caregiving journey. There are communication techniques, relaxation options, and many other things that are very helpful along any caregiving journey.

Fridays - starting October 3rd to November 7th, 1:30 PM- 3:00 PM    Flyer

Aging and Disability Resource Center Racine County - Auditorium

14200 Washington Avenue - Sturtevant

$10 one-time contribution suggested but not expected

For information call 262-833-8764 or email Ruth.stauersbol@racinecounty.com.

This class is currently unavailable.  

Please refer to Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less for another opportunity. 

Check it out!—a 15-week weight management program that works because it is not a diet—it’s a lifestyle! All weekly classes are conducted online by a live instructor, fostering interaction between the instructor and all participants. Participants can conveniently attend classes from home or office using a computer or mobile device.
ADRC of Racine County is covering the full cost of the program.

All participants must be Racine County residents and over 60+ years of age.

New series begin frequently- Flyer  

For details and to register, please email Taylor Scherer taylor.scherer@racinecounty.com.

Stepping on is a seven week, two-hour per week course for older adults about falls prevention. During the course, participants learn exercises specific to balance and falls prevention, along with discussing a multitude of other topics that relate to falls prevention, such as footwear, medication, and vision. 

Check back for future offering and join Us for Stepping On! 

Several Videos about how Medicare works.  Watch Video You can also find information on enrollment. See more information on our Medicare page.

Sip & Swipe is a four-week, one hour per week course that teaches older adults how to use a tablet computer. The learner needs no prior experience with any type of computer and does not need to bring their own. A coach is at each session to help guide learners through the tutorial program.  Know your way around a tablet computer? Become a volunteer coach for the Sip and Swipe Cafe Tablet training program.

Programs coming soon

Healthy Living with Chronic Pain 

If living with ongoing pain is keeping you from doing the things you want to do, Healthy Living with Chronic Pain can help by giving you the tools and strategies to manage your pain. Email communityeducation@aah.org for more information. 

45 min a week for six weeks; a total of 4.5 hours provides a lifetime of opportunities.
If living with ongoing pain is  keeping you from doing the things you want to do, Healthy living with chronic pain can help by giving you the tools and strategies to manage your pain. If you're 18 or older and have, or live with someone who has chronic pain, this program is for you!

What is healthy living with chronic pain?  This is a proven workshop...

• Designed for those with on-going (chronic) pain
• Teaches skills to effectively manage pain
• Helps you to develop a better ability to understand pain, gain confidence, and use coping skills
• Helps to improve your quality of life!

The workshop, facilitated by a trained leader, meets for 45 minutes once a week for six weeks. The workshop does not replace existing treatments but serves to compliment a participant's medical treatment.

Check Aurora, or this space for future offerings 

Stepping On

See the Flyer for dates and more information.

Check back for upcoming programs

Tai Chi for Fall Prevention

Thursdays, October 16th- December 11th | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Mount Pleasant Place dining room, 5820 Lincoln Village Dr, Mount Pleasant, I 53406

For those age 60 or older                                                                                                                                      $10 contribution is suggested but not expected.

Please join instructor Peter Joy for this program developed by Dr Paul Lam, an expert and world leader in the field of Tai Chi for Health Programs. (TCFP)

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese practice of slow, continuous, whole-body movement strung together in "forms."  Classes are held 1 x weekly for 8 weeks and are taught by Certified TCFP instructors. 

To Register connect with Tayor Scherer at the ADRC 262-833-8762 or email taylor.scherer@racinecounty.com

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NEW!  ViVo + ADRC

Stronger Together!  Get Fit. Feel Great. Be Stong.

Classes meet virtually 2 x per week.  See the Flyer for more information or connect with Tayor Scherer at the ADRC 262-833-8762 or email taylor.scherer@racinecounty.com

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