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National Assistive Technology Day is April 17
National Assistive Technology Day is April 17 Assistive Technology (AT) is any tool or technology that helps a person complete functional tasks with ease and efficiency. While these are most commonly used by older adults or those with disabilities, people may use them and not even realize it! (Are you wearing glasses right now? This […]
Free Online Gardening Programs
Join Wisconsin Horticulture Extension for the next series of free online gardening programs! These free online gardening programs typically consist of a presentation, followed by time for live Q&A with the presenter. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. If you can’t attend during the scheduled time slot, we will send the […]
Aging Mastery Program Registration now Open
Build your own personal playbook for aging well. This fun, innovative program empowers you to take key steps to improve your well-being, add stability to your life, and strengthen ties to your community. Meet new friends and provide encouragement to one another as you take the Aging Mastery journey together! Every Monday beginning April 22 […]
Statewide Planning AHEAD
Planning AHEAD is a virtual 7-session course (one hour each) that guides participants through 7 topics. This course features a free workbook to help people with the tasks and decisions associated with end-of-life. You can register here or by calling 920-834-6845.
Stop Scammers with Credit Check
By law, everybody can obtain free credit reports each week at AnnualCreditReport.com. It is important to check your report regularly to make sure it is accurate and up to date. Scammers often desire to open credit in your name. By regularly monitoring your credit report, you can prevent scammers from using your credit profile to their […]
Focus on Forage Webinar Series 2024
Focus on Forage Webinar Series 2024 Join the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension for the 2024 Focus on Forage webinar series. Webinars are free and run from 12:30 to 1:30 pm. Pre-registration is required.Register here or by using the button below. You only need to register once and you will receive access to all four webinars. Certified […]
Community Economic Development Statewide Programs
Money Smart Small Business Series | February-April, 1-2 pm (Virtual) – Join the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin District Offices for the FDIC Money Smart for Small Businesses. Make a plan for growing your business smarts as well as for your business. Sign up for this weekly webinar series developed […]
Register Now For The FREE Online Small Ruminant Webinar Series!
Sheep and goat producers: Access the latest research to enhance your operation during the Small Ruminant Webinar Series The Small Ruminant Webinar Series provides research-driven solutions to popular sheep production issues. It also connects sheep and goat producers to useful tools, techniques, and tricks of the trade & tips from the field. Learn from experts […]
Strength Training Class
Join us for a strength training class! Strength training helps with physical health (lifting, bending, balance, fall prevention) as well as mental health (improves mood and attitude, decreases depression, sound sleep). After each class, enjoy a social at the Suring Public Library! You can register here or call 920-834-6845.
Planning AHEAD
Planning AHEAD is a virtual 7-session course (one hour each) that guides participants through 7 topics. This course features a free workbook to help people with the tasks and decisions associated with end-of-life. You can register here or by calling 920-834-6845.
Strong Bodies
Exercise and movement for your care recipient and yourself has many health benefits – physically, emotionally, and mentally. A progressive strength training program offered in Oconto County is Strong Bodies. Strong Bodies is a community-based strength training program aimed at mid-life and aging individuals. The benefits of strength training for older individuals have been studied […]
Falls Free Wisconsin
Aging adults commonly fear falling. Limit risk of injury through exercise and home safety strategies. Are you able to find all the hazards from Falls Free Wisconsin Safety Challenge?? https://fallsfreewi.org/prevent-falls/surround/interactive-home-walk-through/
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4-H
Giving youth a chance to learn important skills, contribute to their communities and gain experience in teamwork and accountability
Agriculture
Helping urban and rural people use research and knowledge to solve problems and take advantage of new opportunities
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Community Development
Discovering well-rounded solutions to community-based needs
Families & Finances
Promoting aging-friendly communities, coaching effective parents and helping families put technology, mindfulness and financial awareness to use
FoodWIse
Helping families, children and youth learn to make the healthy choice, the easy choice
Teen Court
Benefiting youth by providing an alternative method for adjudicating first-time juvenile offenders and giving them a chance to take accountability for their actions