LOCAL HOUSING AUTHORITIES

Hudson Housing Authority 1015 2nd Street Hudson WI 54016 715.386.5301

New Richmond Housing Authority 370 Odanah Avenue New Richmond WI 54017 715.246.2130

River Falls Housing Authority 625 N Main Street River Falls WI 54022 715.425.7640

 

KEY SERVICES

Information & Assistance: Information & Assistance Specialists serve persons age 18 and older. I&A Specialists are Certified Wisconsin Social Workers who are available to provide accurate and unbiased information on all aspects of life related to aging or living with a disability. I&A Specialists assist the public to plan for long and short term care needs and provide current information about local, regional, and State resources to eet the care needs of callers and their friends or family members. I&A Specialists also assist with community outreach, health promotion, and prevention services, as well as help eligible persons enroll in long term programs available through the State of Wisconsin. Elderly & Disability Benefit Specialist Programs: The Elderly Benefit Specialist provides advocacy and assistance to St. Croix County residents 60 and older under the supervision of the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups Elder Law Center. The Elderly Benefit Specialist provides information about Medicare, Medicaid, supplemental insurance and all other public benefits, as well as assistance with grievances and appeals when necessary. The Disability Benefit Specialist provides services to people ages 18 to 59 with physical disabilities, developmental disabilities, mental illness and substance use disorders under the direction of the Program Attorneys at Disability Rights Wisconsin. The Disability Benefit Specialist provides information about public and private benefit programs including assistance with application and appeal procedures. Adult Protective Services: The purpose of the Adult Protective Services is to provide protection and advocacy to St. Croix County residents who are elderly or adults at risk. An adult at risk is an adult, of any age, who has any physical or mental impairment that restricts his or her ability to care for his or her needs and who has experienced or is at risk of abuse or neglect. Abuse includes physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, treatment without consent, unreasonable confinement or restraint. Other reportable instances include financial exploitation, neglect and self-neglect. Services provided by the Adult Protective Services include but are not limited to: protection, advocacy, outreach, information, intervention, assessment, short term case management, guardianship and protective service coordination. Senior Nutrition Services: The Nutrition Program provides a nutritionally balanced hot meal and place to socialize. We are funded by Federal, State and County, along with individual donations. The nutrition sites are open to persons 60 and older and their spouse regardless of age. Ten senior dining nutrition sites are located within St. Croix County.   Baldwin Site 400 Cedar St, Baldwin 715.684.2979 Serves Monday-Thursday New Richmond Site 351 South Arch Street, New Richmond 715.246.6221 Serves Monday, Wednesday, Thursday Deer Park Site 121 Front Street, Deer Park 715.269.5301 Serves Monday-Thursday River Falls Site 119 Union Street, River Falls 715.425.9932 Serves Monday-Thursday (Home-delivered Monday-Friday) Glenwood City 217 Oak Street, Glenwood City 715.265.7242 Serves Monday-Thursday Roberts Site 312 N Park Street, Roberts 715.749.3755 Serves Mondays & Wednesdays Hammond Site 1280 Charlotte Street, Hammond 715.796.8811 Serves Tuesdays & Thursdays Somerset Site 748 Highway 35, Somerset 715.247.5354 Serves Monday-Thursday Hudson Site 1320 Wisconsin Street, Hudson 715.386.8709 Serves Monday-Friday (Home-delivered Tuesday-Friday) Woodville Site 102 South Main Street, Woodville 715.698.2152 Serves Monday-Thursday     Home-Delivered Meals & Liquid Supplement: The Home-Delivered Meals program provides a hot, nutritious meal to persons who are: aged 60 and over and are unable to prepare adequate meals on their own, caregivers or spouses who are in need of respite meals, disabled-co-resident of an individual aged 60 or over who receives meals. Disabled person under the age of 60 may receive meals at full cost. Persons are referred by social workers, doctors, family members or self. Meals are provided on a short or long term basis. Short term meals are typically provided for those recovering from surgery or illness. Anyone who receives this service is asked to contribute toward the cost of the meal. Contributions are confidential and no one will be denied because of their inability to pay. In order to ensure satisfaction with this program and to provide additional nutritional support and education, the Aging & Disability Resource Center Outreach Coordinator conducts home visits with individuals served by the Home-Delivered Meal Program. Liquid supplement is available for persons unable to maintain a stable weight. Volunteer Medical Transportation Program: The program provides door to door transportation, to medical appointments only, for persons who are age 60 and older. The program is designed for those individuals who need minimal assistance but are no longer able to drive to medical appointments. Drivers are reimbursed by the ADRC for the mileage accrued during the transport. Individuals will be asked to donated, what they are able to afford, to the ADRC to help defray those reimbursement costs. Specialized Van Transportation: The purpose of the Specialized Van Transportation program is to provide transportation to person 60 and older and to persons with disabilities, or the spouses of either. The general public may ride on a “space available” basis. The vans provide transportation to local senior centers/nutrition sites, medical, employment, shopping and social destinations within each community. The vans in three communities are handicapped accessible. Days and times of van service vary by community. Requests for service are made by contacting the senior center location in the community in which the van service is needed. Requests must be made 24-48 hours in advance. Interfaith Volunteer Program: Interfaith (Faith in Action) is a private, non-profit volunteer program which collaborates with the ADRC to provide volunteer services to those who are age 60 and older. The mission is to assist individuals in ways that help them retain their independence and remain at home. Services include: companionship, light housekeeping, transportation, chore service, respite, telephone reassurance, yard work, and snow removal.  Vision Impairment & Hard of Hearing Support Programs: VIOP provides information about available resources, large print and taped materials, and someone to talk to who has a similar visual impairment. VIOP meets on a monthly basis with transportation available. Local newspapers and the ADRC News are available on tape along with applications for talking books. Special outings are planned as well. A limited number of Closed Caption Televisions are available for short term loan. Family Caregiver Support Program & Support Groups: The National Family Caregiver Support Program offers a variety of services to support caregivers. This includes information and assistance, caregiver support, education, support groups, respite care services, peer to peer support, and an annual Caregiver Conference. The New Richmond and River Falls meetings focus on memory and cognitive issues. The caregiver group in Hudson is for caregivers and friends of persons with chronic illness. If you would like to receive a reminder card please notify the office. 1st Tuesday in New Richmond from 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. at the New Richmond Civic Center, Main Floor Conference Room – 156 E. 1st Street, New Richmond, WI 54017. 2nd Friday in River Falls from 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the St. Bridget’s Catholic Church – Westview Room 211 E Division St, River Falls, WI 54022. 3rd Thursday in Hudson from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the St. Croix County Government Center – 1101 Carmichael Road, Hudson, WI 54016. DayAway Club/Adult Day Respite: The Adult Day Respite Program is a public service, social model respite care program. The 6 hours structured day with activities, morning snack and noon meal is designed for those who are frail or have cognitive problems related to dementia. The Adult Day staff and volunteers provide a stimulating, healthy, caring, safe environment and meaningful activities. Activities include: physical exercise, socializing, games, puzzles, card games, crafts and artistic projects, music, baking, movies, and occasional outings. A morning snack, and hot, nutritious lunch is provided each day. There is a daily fee for the program. The program is offered four days a week at various locations in St. Croix County. An in-home assessment and physician’s form are completed prior to acceptance to the program. Transportation may be possible.