Written by: Brenna Gwiazdon TMG is one of 4 IRIS consultant agencies in the area and one of the few that is statewide. An IRIS consultant works with individuals with disabilities whether cognitive/intellectual/physical and frail elders to assist them with finding services for individuals to stay in their home, find day services, pay caregivers, find transportation, and many other needs. IRIS is one of the long-term care programs offered by the department of health and human s

By: Outagamie ADRC Here is a list of resources available through Outagamie County that may help you in your caregiving journey. FoodShare Wisconsin Contact East Central Income Maintenance Partnership 1-888-256-4563 or access.wi.gov Provides supplemental income to purchase food from a Quest card. Gross monthly income limit - single $2,610 or couple $3,526 No asset test. Minimum benefit per month is $24 BadgerCare Plus Medicaid Contact East Central Income Maintenance Partnershi

Written By: Michelle Graf, Certified Senior Advisor There are only 24 hours in the day and yet so many demands on family caregivers who are providing important daily care for their loved one. The pressure to do it all is real and can have a dramatic effect on the health and overall wellbeing of the caregiver. But, what is a person to do? The pressure to “do it all” is deeply ingrained in our culture. Sadly, far too many caregivers feel cultural norms or personal obligations a

Written by: The OCC Caregiver Chat Team Caring for a loved one can be both rewarding and challenging. Caregiver Chats provide a welcoming virtual space where family caregivers can connect, learn, and find support from others who understand their journey. The Outagamie Caregiver Coalition has been hosting Caregiver Chats in various configurations and locations for more than ten years. To offer flexibility in the comfort of your own home, Caregiver Chats typically occur on the

Written by: Wendi Butkovich - Service Coordinator Since 1985, Round House Manor has been providing affordable housing to its residents using funds from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. Rents are based on income, minus medical expenses. All utilities are included in the rent, so residents pay 30% of their adjusted gross income and usually only have a phone or cable bill to pay for out of pocket. The property is located on the Fox River and is surr

Written by: David Chapman (Past President) The Outagamie Caregiver Coalition was created to empower caregivers, families and communities with tools that they never knew they needed. These gifts provide an effective balance in life. Often individuals are unaware of community resources that are available and the magnitude of a difference that they can make. The Coalition is about advocating and assisting even when individuals are uncertain about what their needs are. If we do

Caregivers tend to undervalue the support they give, but it makes a huge difference to the ones who are cared for.