News & Updates
In honor of National Caregiver Awareness Month, our Caregiver Bootcamp is just over a week away.
NEXT Friday, November 22nd 10:30am-2pm at the Superior Public Library, 1530 Tower Avenue.
There will be goodie bags, a light lunch, and refreshments provided to all who attend along with amazing community resources and professionals to help answer any caregiver questions you may have.
If able, please sign up in advance but all are welcome at the door.
We hope to see you there!!
Essentia Health to remain in-network for UnitedHealthcare’s Medicare Advantage insurance plan
November 11, 2024 By: Louie St. George
Essentia Health has reached an agreement with UnitedHealthcare (UHC) to remain an in-network provider for UHC's Medicare Advantage insurance plan in 2025.
Patients with questions can speak with an Essentia representative by calling (800) 985-4675 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday or 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Fridays.
Senior Connections has a variety of FREE incontinence products available for residents of Douglas County, Wisconsin.
**To register for this event, please click on the REGISTER button within the link at bottom of this post**
This event will include inspiring keynote addresses, dynamic breakout sessions, and a local resource fair to uncover tips for aging well and forging strong community connections. The event will tackle pressing issues such as social isolation, loneliness, and overall well-being within our 55+ community. While this event is catered to those aged 55 and older, it may offer valuable insights for caregivers, providers, family members, and anyone interested in healthy aging. Don't miss out on this opportunity to flourish together!
Click on the SPONSORS button at the top of event page to register your organization for table space at the resource fair or to support this event in other ways. Event registration is included in all sponsorship levels!
~We're Hiring~ This is a substitute position working to cover if an employee is off. Great part time hours from approximately 8:30am to 12:30pm, Monday through Friday, $13.68 per hour. You would be plating & serving meals to seniors at the Lew Martin Senior Center in Superior, WI. To apply, please call Senior Connections at 715-394-3611.
Thank you so much to the following supportive businesses, residents of Superior & wonderful volunteers for helping to make the 2024 Senior Picnic a fun afternoon!
From the entire staff at Senior Connections we'd like to give a big thank you to everyone that visited us at our Superior Farmers Market Cook-Out yesterday. Whether you made a purchase, donation, or simply stopped by to say hello--- with your help, we raised $521.00 for the
Walk to End Alzheimer's - Twin Ports Area! Many thanks to Luann Teige,
Denise Kovaleski, Kay Johnson, and
Kathy Schulties for volunteering at our cook-out and providing the delicious homemade desserts.
One in four people 65+ has a fall each year! 'Stepping On' has been researched and proven to reduce falls by 31%!
Please join us for the 'Stepping On Falls Prevention' workshop, starting September 4th – October 23rd at the Village of Superior Town Hall, 6702 Ogden Avenue.
This workshop is designed for individuals 60+.
If you have any questions or would like to register for the class, please contact Kylie Rhode at the ADRC 715-395-1234.
#PackersGiveBack Our Executive Director Dale Johnson & his fabulous wife Amy were so proud and thankful to accept a $5,000 grant from the Green Bay Packers Foundation. The grant will go towards Senior Connections, Inc. shelf stable meals for all Meals on Wheels recipients.
Photo: Left to right: Bill Schroeder (Packer Alumni), Dale, Amy, and Mark Murphy (Packer’s President/CEO).
GO PACK GO!
