Welcome to another episode of Senior Soundwaves, the show where we help seniors and their loved ones be in the know, sponsored by Visiting Angels. In this episode, client care liaison Yadira sits down with Alyssa Sommerfeldt, the first Dementia Care Specialist for the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Fond du Lac County.Are you or a loved one navigating the complexities of aging, dementia, or disability? Alyssa shares invaluable insights into the free resources and support systems available right in your community.

In this episode, we cover:

• • What is the ADRC? Learn about the free services offered to seniors, disabled individuals, and caregivers, including Meals on Wheels, adult protective services, transportation assistance, and Medicare guidance.
  • Caregiver Support & Financial Help: Discover financial assistance options, including long-term care screenings and grants like the Alzheimer's Family Caregiver Support Program (AFCSP) and the National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP). Alyssa also shares the exciting news that a previous income requirement for caregiver grants has been lifted to help even more families.
  • Upcoming Free Classes: Get the details on upcoming community programs like "Powerful Tools for Caregivers," "Boost Your Brain and Memory," and a special series on Healthy Living with Mild Cognitive Impairment.
  • When to Reach Out: Alyssa explains why you shouldn't wait for a crisis to call the ADRC and how early planning can help seniors safely age in place.

• • Phone: 920-929-3466
  • Direct Line for Alyssa: 920-929-3419
  • Location: 400 University Drive, Fond du Lac (look for the blue Human Services sign, facing the soccer fields)

Whether you are a senior, a caregiver, a professional, or an adult child living out of state worried about your parents, this episode is packed with essential information to help you navigate the future. Contact the Fond du Lac ADRC: Tune in and discover why it's always better to reach out to the ADRC sooner rather than later!