Local Senior Resources
Senior Resources in Wisconsin
Statewide aging services, benefits programs, and caregiver support available to older adults anywhere in Wisconsin, in addition to the county-level resources on each town's page.
Reviewed by Valerie VanBooven, RN, BSN
Wisconsin Aging & Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs)
Information & Referral
Free, unbiased information and connection to aging, disability, benefits, long-term care, caregiver, dementia, transportation, housing, nutrition and other local services.
Wisconsin residents, older adults, adults with disabilities, caregivers and families.
Elder Benefit Specialists
Benefits & Legal Counseling
Free confidential help for adults 60+ with Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, SeniorCare, FoodShare, housing, utilities and other benefits.
Wisconsin residents age 60+; contact local ADRC or Tribal partner.
Wisconsin SHIP / Medigap Helpline
Medicare Counseling
Free, unbiased Medicare counseling on Medicare Advantage, supplements, employer coverage and related insurance questions.
Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers statewide.
Medigap Part D & Prescription Drug Helpline
Prescription Drug / Medicare
Answers questions about Medicare Part D and other prescription drug coverage options.
Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers statewide.
Family Caregiver Support Programs
Caregiver Support & Respite
Connects family and friend caregivers with respite, counseling, education, support groups, home safety help and other local supports.
Family and informal caregivers across Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Elderly Nutrition Program
Meals & Nutrition
Supports congregate dining and home-delivered meals for older adults through local aging programs.
Primarily adults age 60+ and eligible spouses/caregivers under program rules.
SeniorCare Prescription Drug Assistance
Prescription Assistance
Wisconsin prescription drug assistance program for eligible older adults.
Wisconsin residents age 65+ who meet program requirements.
Family Care
Medicaid Long-Term Care
Managed long-term care program providing services that help eligible adults live in their homes or communities.
Eligible adults with long-term care needs who meet functional and financial criteria.
IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct)
Self-Directed Long-Term Care
Medicaid self-directed long-term care option allowing eligible participants to choose and manage services and supports.
Eligible Wisconsin adults who meet long-term-care and Medicaid criteria.
Wisconsin Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Long-Term Care Advocacy
Confidential advocacy and problem resolution for adults 60+ in nursing homes, assisted living and managed long-term-care programs.
Adults age 60+ receiving covered long-term care services and their families.
Wisconsin Elder Abuse Hotline
Elder Abuse / Safety
Information and help related to suspected elder abuse, neglect or financial exploitation; local reports are routed to county or tribal protective services as appropriate.
Older adults, families, caregivers and concerned community members.
Wisconsin Senior Medicare Patrol
Medicare Fraud Prevention
Helps Medicare beneficiaries prevent, detect and report suspected Medicare fraud, errors and abuse.
Medicare beneficiaries, families and caregivers statewide.
Wisconsin Senior Employment Program
Employment
Part-time community service employment and job skills support for eligible older job seekers.
Generally low-income Wisconsin residents age 55+ who meet program criteria.
WisTech Assistive Technology Program
Assistive Technology
Information and access to assistive technology devices and services that support independence.
Wisconsin residents with disabilities, older adults and caregivers.
Wisconsin Guardianship Support Center
Legal / Guardianship Information
Information and technical assistance on guardianship, supported decision-making, powers of attorney and related issues.
Older adults, families, professionals and others with guardianship questions.
Wisconsin 211
Community Resource Navigation
Connects callers with local food, housing, utility, transportation, health, crisis and other community resources.
Wisconsin residents statewide.
County & Town Resources in Wisconsin
Choose a town to see senior centers, meals on wheels, parks, and other local resources near you.