THE JOURNEY OF AGING RESOURCE GUIDE
SAFE & HEALTHY AT HOME
Adult Day Centers
Assistive Techology
Care Managers
Emergency Response Systems
Home Modification
ADULT DAY CENTERS
These are nonresidential facilities providing activities for the elderly and special-needs individuals. Most centers operate 10 to 12 hours a day and provide meals, social/recreational activities, and general supervision. These centers enable caregivers to go to work or to obtain a break from their responsibilities.
ADULT DAY CENTER
5401 Fen Oak Dr., Madison 53718
(608) 826-8106
adultdaycentermadison.org
We provide an affordable alternative to in-home healthcare with support and respite for you while your loved one is in a safe, social, fun environment and receiving care from professional staff. Services for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
BARABOO AREA SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER
(608) 356-8464
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COLONIAL CLUB SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER
(608) 837-4611
colonialclub.org
ELITE DAY SERVICES LLC – JEFFERSON
(920) 988-2524
HOMEWARD BOUND – BARABOO
(608) 356-4666
hwbcare.com
MADISON AREA REHABILITATION CENTER
(608) 223-9110
marc-inc.org
NATIONAL ADULT DAY SERVICES ASSOCIATION
(877) 745-1440
nadsa.org
NORTHWEST DANE SENIOR SERVICES – CROSS PLAINS
(608) 798-6937
nwdss.org
OREGON AREA SENIOR CENTER
(608) 835-5801
oregonareaseniorcenterwisconsin.com
REMINISCE ADULT DAY SERVICES – REEDSBURG
(608) 495-1344
ramchealth.com/services/adult-day-services
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
This is equipment or technology that helps a person function better or more comfortably, perform Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), or live more independently.
ACCESS TO INDEPENDENCE, INC.
3810 Milwaukee St., Madison 53714
(608) 242-8484 or (800) 362-9877
accesstoind.org
Over 1,000 devices for a variety of needs are available to try out for free, and many can be borrowed at no cost. Technology services also include assistance locating, financing, setting up, and learning to use a variety of devices.
CAPTEL, INC.
CapTel® Captioned Telephone
450 Science Dr., Madison 53711
(800) 233-9130
captel.com
Ideal for people with hearing loss, the CapTel Captioned Telephone works like any other telephone with one important addition: it displays every word the caller says throughout the conversation.
SSM HEALTH AT HOME
(800) 924-2273
ssmhealthathomewi.com
TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT PURCHASE PROGRAM (TEPP)
(608) 231-3305
psc.wi.gov/pages/programs/tepp.aspx
WISCONSIN RELAY SYSTEM - 711
(608) 234-4781
wisconsinrelay.com
CARE MANAGERS
Generally fee-based providers who assist patients and families in evaluating and coordinating available support systems needed now or in the future to assist with healthcare needs for aging adults.
ATEMPO LLC
(608) 335-8218
Nancy Nie RN, CCM, CLNC, CNLCP
BRIGHTSTAR CARE®
(608) 441-8620
brightstarcare.com/madison
EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEMS
Below are listings for emergency response systems; remote monitoring/sensing; and off-site, direct-care response systems for use at one’s residence.
ADT SECURITY SERVICES
(608) 216-2292
adt.com/senior-safety
LIFE ASSIST USA
(608) 831-1688 Middleton office
lifeassistusa.com
PROJECT LIFESAVER - BEAVER DAM POLICE DEPARTMENT
Lieutenant Brandon Stommel
(920) 887-4613 x504
STOUGHTON HEALTH
Life Assist Medical Alert System
900 Ridge St., Stoughton 53589
(608) 873-2372
stoughtonhealth.com
HOME MODIFICATION
ADAPTIVE REMODELING SOLUTIONS
(608) 234-7440
adaptiveremodelingsolutions.com
DESIGN COALITION
(608) 246-8846
designcoalition.org
HOME SAFETY MODIFICATION
(608) 268-9643
PROJECT HOME
(608) 246-3737
projecthomewi.org
HOME ORGANIZATION
MOVING MAUDE SENIOR MOVE MANAGEMENT
3905 Monona Dr., Monona 53716
(608) 333-8653
movingmaude.com
Offering downsizing and organizing with meticulous planning and management of your move. Additionally, space planning and décor, selling and dispersing items, cleaning up and out, and home staging. Task pricing avoids surprises. Call for a free consultation.
HOME SAFETY ASSESSMENTS
ACCESSIBILITY PLUS
Dane, Columbia, Jefferson, and Dodge Counties
(608) 230-5836
accessibilityplusonline.com
IN-HOME MEDICAL ASSISTANCE/LICENSED MEDICAL PRACTITIONERS
Only licensed agencies are allowed to provide medical services including medication management; medical social services; skilled nursing; medical staff; bathing; home health aide services; and occupational, physical, and speech therapies. Agencies may be certified to invoice Medicare, Medicaid, or long-term care insurance. Contact the agency for services and billing information. Some may offer respite care in your home. Check the Palliative Care category in the Health section too.
BRIGHTSTAR CARE®
(608) 441-8620
brightstarcare.com/madison
SSM HEALTH AT HOME
(800) 924-2273
ssmhealth.com/athome
Home health can aid in recovery and healing for those living with chronic conditions and those recovering from an illness, surgery, or recent hospitalization in the comfort and convenience of home. Services include skilled nursing, physical/occupational/speech therapy, medical social services, infusion/enteral therapies, and home telemonitoring.
STOUGHTON HEALTH HOME HEALTH
3162 County Hwy. B, Stoughton 53589
(608) 873-2366
stoughtonhealth.com
Provides comprehensive services, including 24/7 on-call registered nurses; home health aides; social services; and physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Also provides skilled nursing care, case management, medication monitoring, wound care, IV therapy, and education regarding chronic disease management. Medicare and Medicaid certified/Joint Commission accredited.
VISITING PHYSICIANS ASSOCIATION
(608) 807-1600
visitingphysicians.com/vpa-locations/wisconsin
IN-HOME NONMEDICAL ASSISTANCE
Listings offer a variety of nonmedical care and assistance in one’s residence. Examples include:
• Chore Care—typically light housekeeping, laundry, gardening, home repair, meal preparation,
and shopping.
• Companion Care—typically companionship for a patient, allowing the caregiver to run errands, perform chores, sleep, or enjoy a break.
• Personal Care—typically aid for individuals experiencing difficulties with activities of daily living. Services include bathing, grooming, meals, walking, dressing, and toileting.
AGRACE AGE AT HOME
(608) 327-7456
ageathome.org
Agrace Age at Home is nonmedical in-home care from a trusted, local nonprofit. Our kind, capable staff can help with personal care, housekeeping, transportation, medication reminders, and more—so you can stay independent at home.
BRIGHTSTAR CARE®
3240 University Ave., Ste. 3A, Madison 53705
(608) 441-8620
brightstarcare.com/madison
Your loved one deserves care that’s extraordinary. At BrightStar Care, our Registered Nurse Director of Nursing leads experienced, trustworthy, compassionate caregivers who provide a full range of medical and nonmedical services in the comfort and safety of home.
COMFORCARE
Home Care Services
8383 Greenway Blvd., Ste. 600, Middleton 53562
(608) 836-1868
comforcare.com/madison
ComForCare Home Care Services provides assistance with activities of daily living, such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, dressing, bathroom assistance, home maintenance, and other services. ComForCare is an effective solution for the elderly who prefer to remain at home.
COMFORT KEEPERS
(608) 218-4861
madison-231.comfortkeepers.com
HOME AND PERSONAL CARE SERVICES
(608) 268-9643
HOME CHORE ASSISTANCE - MIDDLETON OUTREACH MINISTRY
(608) 826-3410
momhelps.org
JEWISH SOCIAL SERVICES OF MADISON
(608) 442-4081
jssmadison.org
NORTHWEST DANE SENIOR SERVICES – CROSS PLAINS
(608) 798-6937
nwdss.org
SHARING ACTIVE INDEPENDENT LIVES (SAIL)
6209 Mineral Point Rd., Ste. 210, Madison 53705
(608) 230-4321
sailtoday.org
SAIL is a nonprofit membership organization of people 55+ living in the Madison area. As a member, one can obtain referrals to high-quality vendors who offer home healthcare. Members can receive automated daily check-in services at no additional charge.
STOUGHTON HEALTH TRUSTED HANDS
3162 County Hwy. B, Stoughton 53589
(608) 873-2366
stoughtonhealth.com
Provides affordable and professional personal care and companionship services. Services include cooking, light cleaning, laundry, errands, grocery shopping, and respite for caregivers. Trusted Hands employees are hired and screened by Stoughton Health.
VISITING ANGELS
6401 Odana Rd., Ste. 15, Madison 53719
(608) 819-0665
visitingangels.com/madisonwi
Local, family-owned business offering flexible, hourly care, 24/7 care and respite care for families. Our services include bathing, dressing, walking assistance, grooming, medication reminders, errands, shopping, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and friendly companionship. Call today for
a free consultation.
VISITING ANGELS LAS
Serving Jefferson, Dodge, Rock, and Walworth Counties
(877) 276-7039
visitingangels.com/fortatkinson
Nationally known, locally owned business offers flexible hourly care and respite care. Services include bathing, dressing, grooming assistance, medication reminders, errands, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and companionship. Call today for a free consultation.
LIVE-IN SUPPORT
BRIGHTSTAR CARE®
(608) 441-8620
brightstarcare.com/madison
MEAL PLANS/DELIVERY
EVENING MEALS ON WHEELS
606 N. Segoe Rd., Madison 53705
(608) 204-0923
Great meals delivered to your door! Fresh, healthy, chef-prepared meals are made daily and delivered by trained volunteers between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Customized diets include
diabetic, low sodium, and gluten sensitive. Accredited program with menus reviewed by a dietitian.
SSM HEALTH AT HOME–MEALS ON WHEELS
(Madison, Middleton, Monona, Sun Prairie only)
(800) 924-2273
ssmhealth.com/athome
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES
Suppliers listed typically sell, rent, or loan a range of home medical equipment and supplies. Check also the Health and Aging & Caregiver Resources sections.
CAPTEL® CAPTIONED TELEPHONE
CapTel, Inc.
450 Science Dr., Madison 53711
(800) 233-9130
captel.com
Ideal for people with hearing loss, the CapTel Captioned Telephone works like any other telephone with one important addition: it displays every word the caller says throughout the conversation.
MADISON GAS & ELECTRIC
Life-Sustaining Equipment
(608) 252-7000
mge.com/lifesupport
SSM HEALTH AT HOME
(800) 924-2273
ssmhealth.com/athome
We provide a variety of equipment, supplies, and services to help patients live as safely and independently as possible at home. Medical equipment specialists are available to assist in navigating insurance requirements on prescribed equipment.
RESPITE CARE
Respite care provides temporary relief to the primary caregiver. This care is to relieve unpaid primary caregivers whose patients require constant supervision and cannot be left alone due to mental or physical problems. This care can be provided at an Adult Day Center, in your own residence, or at a facility.
ALL SAINTS NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE
519 Commerce Dr., Madison 53719
(608) 827-2990
allsaintsneighborhood.org
All Saints Assisted Living and Memory Care offer short-term care designed for seniors who need supportive services for a brief time. Respite services can provide a caregiver a deserved break, plus licensed nurses available 24/7 can help you or a loved one recover from an illness or injury.
THE PINES ASSISTED LIVING
1050 Prairie St., Prairie du Sac 53578
(608) 643-5433
pinesprairiedusac.com
The Pines Assisted Living in Prairie du Sac offers short-term care designed for seniors who need supportive services for a brief time. Licensed nurses available 24/7, experienced staff members, and a life rich with social opportunities can help a senior regain their zest for life.
VISITING ANGELS
6401 Odana Rd., Ste. 15, Madison 53719
(608) 819-0665
visitingangels.com/madisonwi
Local, family-owned business offering flexible, hourly care, 24/7 care and respite care for families. Our services include bathing, dressing, walking assistance, grooming, medication reminders, errands, shopping, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and friendly companionship. Call today for
a free consultation.

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