211 Racine: Services for Disabled
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A Ministry of Racine Dominican Sisters Senior Companion Program 5635 Erie Street Racine 53402 262-639-3067 ext1299 Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Free Provides volunteer visitors who call or visit clients where they live to provide friendship and social interaction for older adults.  Administration also offers help in connecting older adults with needed resources in the community for the quality of life.  No personal, home care, or transportation is provided by the volunteer. scp@racinedominicans.org www.racinedominicans.org
Aalto Enhancement Center, S.C.- Kenosha Aalto Enhancement Center 3734 7th Avenue Kenosha 53140 262-654-9370 Monday - Friday 9:00am - 8:00pm Sliding scale, insurance, Medicare with or without Title 19 Counseling services including cognitive behavioral, solution focused, insight oriented, relaxation therapy, biofeedback, massage, EMDR, ADD/ADHD assessments/treatment/counseling, and addictions counseling assessment and treatment.  Also provides psychiatrist assessments and medication management. aeckathy@tds.net N/A
All Saints Healthcare Lifeline 1320 Wisconsin Avenue/St Lukes Racine 53403 262-687-2400 Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Varies A personal emergency response system that summons aid by a button worn on a chain.    24 hour services available. cdegroot@allsaintshealthcare.org N/A
Alliance on Mental Illness of Racine County NAMI Racine 2300 De Koven Avenue Racine 53403 262-637-0582 Varies but usually Monday - Friday - 9:00am - 4:00pm None Support, education, and advocacy on behalf of persons with mental illness; their family and friends. namiracine@tds.net www.namiracine.org
Alpha Homes of Wisconsin, Inc. Residential Care 6216 Washington Avenue, Ste. D Racine 53406 262-886-3328 Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Varies; sliding scale Offers group and independent living programs for head injured, and developmentally disabled adults. bbrown@wi.net www.alphahomeswi.com
Amera-Care Transport, Inc Disabled and Medical Transport 355 East Rosedale Avenue Milwaukee 53207 414-482-3113 Monday - Friday 6:00am - 6:00pm Title 19 or private pay. Transportation for the physically challenged.  Title 19 Certificate of Need from primary physician that Amera-Care Transport, Inc. will obtain with fax information. N/A N/A
American Homepatient Home Healthcare Supplies 8338 Washington Avenue Racine 53406 262-633-1111 Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm Varies Respiratory therapy, internal and nutrition services, respiratory diagnostic equipment, and patient home medical equipment available. N/A www.ahom.com
ARC of Kenosha County Swim Program 1218 79th Street Kenosha 53143 262-658-9500 Tuesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm; Wednesday 5:00pm - 6:00pm Membership in ARC and $20 fee Recreation and therapeutic swim on Tuesdays at Jane Vernon Elementary School from 4:30pm - 5:30pm and Wednesdays at the Downtown YMCA (720 59th Place) from 5:00pm - 6:00pm.  Program runs from September through May. knoff@execpc.com N/A
ARC of Kenosha County Friday Evening Recreation Program 1218 79th Street Kenosha 53140 262-658-9500 Every other Friday 7:00pm - 9:00pm September through May Local ARC chapter membership. Alternative games and dances, theme dances for holidays, and spring formal wrap up at end of May.  Held at the YMCA 7101 53rd Street Kenosha. grannysuzy@msn.com N/A
Arthritis Foundation, WI Chapter Arthritis Foundation 1650 South 108 Street West Allis 53214 414-321-3922 Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm Free Exercise classes, public forums, information and referrals, speaker's bureau, professional education, advocacy and support groups for arthritis. mhlattne@arthritis.org www.arthritis.org
Aurora Pharmacy Delivery Services 2210 Rapids Dr. Racine 53404 262-633-0543 Monday - Friday - 9:00am - 7:00pm, Saturday 9:00am - 3:00pm, Sunday 9:00-1:00pm Varies Complete pharmacy services and delivery. legalpusher@voyager.net N/A
Badger Association of the Blind Adaptive equipment & home health care supplies 912 N. Hawley Road Milwaukee 53213 414-258-9200 Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Varies, sliding fee scale, title 19, fee, and insurance. Vision rehabilitation, resident options, support services, and recreational activity. info@badgerassoc.org www.badgerassoc.org
Barry Healthcare Services, Inc. 8 Home Care 312 East Wisconsin, Suite 414 Milwaukee 53202 414-272-9990 Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Varies, Medicare Skilled nursing, medical management, administration, IV's, Tube feeding, teaching, assessment, HHA's/RCW's, supportive care, and bathing. bhuettig@barryhealthcare.com N/A
Becker-Shoop Center Skilled Nursing Care and Alzheimer's Care 6101 16th Street Racine 53406 262-637-7486 24/7/365 Varies 110 bed facility specializing in the care of older persons with Alzheimer's Disease and other forms of dementia.  Provides physical, occupational and speech therapy, private or semi-private rooms, chaplaincy program, religious services, and activities. cmay@llor.org www.lincolnlutheran.com
Bella Home Medical Supplies- Kenosha Durable Medical Supply Retail Store 4625 Sheridan Road Kenosha 53140 262-657-3333 Monday - Friday 8:00am - 6:00pm; Saturday 9:00am - 12:00pm Varies Retail showroom providing medical products including wheelchairs, hospital beds, power wheelchairs, and scooters as well as dialing living aids, compression hosiery, and oxygen, concentrators, and C-PAPP/B-PAPP machines.  Offers twenty four hours services with technicians providing evaluations for equipment.  Also carry portable ramps and install car, van and stair lifts.  Can do steering wheel conversions on cars. Larybalkin@bellahomemed N/A
Belle City Senior Center Senior Center 201 Goold Street Racine 53403 262-632-5629 Varies $12 membership fee for single; $20 membership fee for couple Provides activities, volunteering, educational programs and referrals for seniors.  Foot clinic for additional fee and blood screenings. N/A N/A
Beverly Living Center- Kenosha Medical Care 1703 60th Street Kenosha 53140 800-585-4125 24/7/365 Medicare, title 19, and insurance. Medicare approved skilled nursing facility offering 24 hour nursing staff with a complete rehabilitation program including physical occupational and speech therapy.  Two Alzheimer units with 24 beds each- one for early stages and one for late stages of Alzheimer's. N/A N/A
Caledonia/ Mount Pleasant Health Department Public Health Nursing 10005 Northwestern Avenue Franksville 53126 262-835-6429 Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Free Public health nursing consultation and home visits. kvesel@calmpjthealth.com N/A
Caravans, Inc Caravans, Inc 1525 North 4th Street Milwaukee 53212 414-264-2000 Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Varies Sales and installation of mobility equipment in vehicles. N/A N/A
Careers Industries, Inc. Integrated Day Services 3502 Douglas Ave. Racine 53402 262-752-4100 Monday- Friday 8:00am- 4:00pm Per hour rate Services for adults with severe and/or multiple disabilities.  Focus on independent life skill development, community experiences, the arts, recreation, and leisure. marybeth@careersindustries.com www.careersindustries.com
Careers Industries, Inc. Senior Day Service 3502 Douglas Ave. Racine 53402 262-752-4100 Monday- Friday 8:00am- 4:00pm Per hour rate Retirement option for adults age 45 and older who have a developmental or similar disability.  Program takes place in the community and includes volunteering, sight seeing, and recreation. marybeth@careersindustries.com www.careersindustries.com
Careers Industries, Inc. Affirmative Industries 3502 Douglas Ave. Racine 53402 262-752-4100 Monday- Friday 8:00am- 4:00pm Per hour rate Paid job training and employment for adults with developmental or similar disabilities. marybeth@careersindustries.com www.careersindustries.com
Careers Industries, Inc. Fulfillment Services 3502 Douglas Avenue Racine 53402 262-752-4100 Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm Varies Fulfillment Services provides vocational training and employment for adults with developmental disabilities and other barriers to work. marybeth@careersindustries.com www.careersindustries.com
Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing UniversLink 10243 W. National Avenue Milwaukee 53227 414-541-5465 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm; Wednesday 9:00am - 7:00pm Private pay/ WI TEPP Program Consultations, sales and rental of assistance devices such as amplified telephones, listening devices, visual signalers, speech and mobility devices.  Also provides trainings and classes to the community related to hearing loss.  Clients may try out any equipment in showroom. universalink@cdhh.org www.cdhh.org
Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Communication Link 10243 W. National Avenue West Allis 53227 800-542-9838 Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm $54 regular/ $70 legal Provides sign language interpreting services throughout Wisconsin. comlink@cdhh.org www.cdhh.org
Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing CDHH 10243 West National Avenue West Allis 53227 414-604-2200 Monday- Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm Sliding fee scale, Title 19, insurance, WI Tepp Program, and Private Pay. Comprehensive programs and services for individuals who have hearing loss from birth through elderly.  Programs include Birth to 3, aural rehabilitation, support groups, parent education, social activities, assistive technology consultations and sales, interpreter services, community outreach and education including sign language classes. kmalak@cdhh.org www.cdhh.org
Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Kellogg Child and Family Program 10243 West National Avenue West Allis 53227 414-604-2200 Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm Free, sliding fee scale, Title 19, and insurance. Services provided include Birth to 3 program, auditory-verbal therapy for school aged children, parent education, enrichment activities for deaf and hard of hearing children and families, and sign language classes to community and in daycares. ckometer@cdhh.org www.cdhh.org
Center for Veterans Issues Vets Place Southeast 1501 Villa Street Racine 53403 262-633-5180 Call for details N/A Provides services to homeless veterans. N/A N/A
Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America Wisconsin Chapter 1126 South 70th Street West Allis 532144 414-475-5520 Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm Free Crohn's disease and colitis educational brochures, conferences, support groups, and camps for children ages 10-17. jlenx@ccfa.org N/A
Department of Commerce WI Front Door Housing and WI Front Door 201 W Washington Ave Madison 53707 608-266-5363 Monday- Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm by phone; 24 hours a day by website. Free Provides a statewide directory of Wisconsin's affordable housing units available for low to moderate income households.  It also lists community social services offered throughout Wisconsin including rent assistance, emergency shelter, eviction prevention, and similar services. Melisa.Perez@Wisconsin.gov www.wifrontdoorhousing.org
Department of Workforce Development Equal Rights Equal Rights PO Box 646 Racine 53401 262-638-6703 By appointment Free A person who believes he or she has been discriminated against because of unlawful employment discrimination, may file a complaint with the Equal Rights Division within 300 days of the alleged discrimination. N/A N/A
Developmental Disabilities Information Service Community Assistance Program 1220 Mound Avenue Ste. 312 Racine 53403 262-637-2707 Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm Private Pay/Free for some programs The Community Assistance Program has been designed as a supplement to the long-term care system for individuals who are developmentally disabled but able to maintain themselves in the community with minimal supports. The consumers of this program will be ineligible for other funding through Racine County or be on a waiting list for funding. The available services will include: advocacy, education or training, housing assistance, medical support referral to other community services, protective payee services, informal case management and transportation. fell@ddisracine.org www.ddisracine.org
Developmental Disabilities Information Service Daily Living Skills 1220 Mound Avenue Ste. 312 Racine 53403 262-637-2707 Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm Private pay or free depending on program The Daily Living Skills training program will provide supportive services to participants throughout Racine County who need instruction and guidance to successfully complete routine tasks. Services are focused on skill development and are not designed to provide substitute task performance. Daily Living Skills training will include skill development in the following areas: Money management, home upkeep and maintenance, food preparation, accessing and using community resources, community mobility training and personal hygiene. fell@ddisracine.org www.ddisracine.org
Developmental Disabilities Information Service Long Term Support Case Management 1220 Mound Avenue Ste. 312 Racine 53404 262-637-2707 Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm Private Pay/Varies on Program/Free This program provides case management for Human Services Department, BIW, CIP 1A, 1B, CIPII waiver clients. Support and Service Coordination includes assistance with establishing Medicaid financial eligibility, assisting participants gain access to Waiver supports and services, Medicaid State Plan services, medical, social and educational assessments and services. Long Term Support identify the supports necessary to ensure the participant's health and safety.  Wavier will phase out in 2007.  Clients will enroll in the Family Care program.  Services will generally be the same  but will be assessed by Social Workers and RN's. fell@ddisracine.org www.info@ddisracine.org
Developmental Disabilities Information Service Protective Payee/Fee for Service 1220 Mound Avenue Ste. 312 Racine 53403 262-637-2707 Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm Private pay or free depending on program This program is designed to assist persons with their financial affairs when they are unable to do so independently. This program is jointly run with the Social Security Administration, whose regulations must also be followed as it pertains to the program. The contracted payee program should be used only as last resort when there is no interested and appropriate family member, guardian, residential provider willing to handle the payee duties. Participant's accounts will reflect a positive balance at the end of each month. fell@ddisracine.org www.ddisracine.org
Developmental Disabilities Information Service Family Support Program 1220 Mound Avenue Ste. 312 Racine 53403 262-637-2707 Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm Private pay or free depending on program The Family Support Program provides case management, coordination of services and extra monetary support for families that have a minor child with a disability living with them. That child must also meet the state screening process for this program. Family Support allows flexibility in buying goods and services to meet the needs of that child and his/her family. Every eligible family's needs will be reassessed and prioritized on an annual basis. fell@ddisracine.org www.ddisracine.org
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation - Racine DVR PO Box 7852 Madison 53707 1-800-442-3477 Monday - Friday. 7:45 am - 4:30 pm Free Designed to assist individuals with disabilities to obtain, maintain, or improve employment by providing career counseling/guidance, employment planning, case management, and employment related services (i.e.: job development, job placement, job coaching, and linkage to job training/education. N/A http://dwd.wisconsin.gov/dvr
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation - Waukesha Assistance with Disability and Hearing Impaired 141 NW Barstow St Rm 157 Waukesha 53188 262-548-5850 Monday - Friday 7:45am - 4:30pm Varies Assists with employment, hearing impaired needs, schooling in order to find work assistance depending on the person with the disability. N/A www.dwd.state.wi.us/dvr
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation- Kenosha DVR 8600 Sheridan Road Suite 900 Kenosha 53143 262-697-4690 Monday - Friday 7:45am - 4:30pm Free Designed to assist individuals with disabilities to obtain, maintain, or improve employment by providing career counseling/guidance, employment planning, case management, and employment related services (i.e.: job development, job placement, job coaching, and linkage to job training/education. N/A http://ddwd.wisconsin.gov/dvr
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation- Walworth DVR 1000 East Centralia St. Elkhorn 53121 262-741-5185 Monday - Friday 7:45am - 4:30pm Free Designed to assist individuals with disabilities to obtain, maintain, or improve employment by providing career counseling/guidance, employment planning, case management, and employment related services (i.e.: job development, job placement, job coaching, and linkage to job training/education. N/A http:ddwd.wisconsin.gov/dvr
Family Resource Connection Parent to Parent of Wisconsin 1020 Kabel Avenue Rhinelander 54501 888-266-0028 Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Free Provides parent matching by connecting a parent new to having a child with special needs, experiencing a time of stress, or seeking emotional support, resources and information with and experienced, trained support parent.  Also provides Support Parent Trainings for parents raising children with special needs that feel they are ready to become a support parent. rmathea@shsmh.org www.familyresourceconnecct.org/ptpow.htm
Free Medicine Program Patient Assistance Program PO Box 630217 Miami 33163 1-800-921-0072 24/7/365 $5 per prescription processing fee If you're seeking relief from the rising cost of prescription medicines, look no further. Established by volunteers, Free Medicine Program can provide you with the assistance you need, and the help you deserve. Our dedication to assisting individuals who have no insurance and can't afford to purchase their medicines has brought us great success in his area, and has resulted in substantial savings on monthly prescription drug bills for countless families nationwide. N/A www.freemedicineprogram.com
Free S.P.I.R.I.T Riders, Inc Special People in Riding Therapy PO Box 1291 Fond Du Lac 54936 920-924-9920 Call for hours. Sliding scale and riderships can be applied for. Safe therapeutic interaction with horses. info@freespiritriders.org www.freespiritriders.org
Gentiva Healthcare Services Homecare Services 1300 S. Green Bay Road Racine 53406 262-636-9036 Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm office; 24/7 nursing Varies; Title XIX, Insurance, Medicare Provides regular nurse services with licensed practitioner nurses, home health care worker, (occupational - speech - physical therapist in the home) victoria.prochaska@gentiva.com www.gentiva.com
Goodwill Industries of SE WI, Inc. Benefit Counseling Services 5420 21st St Racine 53406 262-554-3155 Monday - Friday 7:45am - 4:30pm Private Pay/referral Goodwill offers a variety of Benefits Counseling Service to individuals on the following topics: Benefits Analysis Writing and Counseling, Work Incentive Application Process and Assistance, Assistance with Waivers and Overpayments, Plan for Achieving Self Support (PASS), and Monitoring of the Plan for Achieving Self Support. N/A www.goodwill.sew.com
Goodwill Industries of SE WI, Inc. Employment Services 5420 21st Street Racine 53406 262-554-3155 Monday - Friday, 7:45 am - 4:30 pm Free Goodwill offers Employment Services which encompasses community and supported employment, job placement and work adjustment training. What makes Employment Services successful is the ability to match an individual's skills and interests with the needs and expectations of the employer. Goodwill has developed employment options and support network of professional staff to create customized, effective solutions for local companies. N/A www.goodwill.serw.com
Goodwill Industries of SE WI, Inc. Day Services 5420 21st St. Racine 53406 262-554-3155 Monday - Friday, 7:45am - 4:30pm Private pay/referral A component of Goodwill's vision is to help persons with disabilities achieve full participation in society. Goodwill operates Day Services programs in Milwaukee, Racine, Sheboygan and Waukesha Counties, which are consistent with that vision and provide services that respect the right of every individual to control his or her own destiny. For many years, Goodwill has operated programs that serve adults and seniors with developmental disabilities. The primary focus of these services is to provide a safe, nurturing environment for men and women who need specialized care throughout the day. Participants are encouraged to become active in a variety of community integration activities, as well as develop personal and vocational skills. N/A www.goodwill.sew.com
HALO- Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization Emergency Shelter 2000 DeKoven Avenue Racine 53403 262-633-3235 24/7/365 None 120 bed emergency shelter for men, women, and children. A referral service that helps meet our client's basic needs, leading to self sufficiency. info@haloinc.org N/A
Health Care Network Pharmaceutical Assistance 904 State Street Racine 53404 262-632-2400 Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:45pm; Closed 12:-00pm - 1:00pm daily Free or low cost Variety of resources depending on patient's income and type of medication needed.  Must call for details. hcn@healthcarenetwork.org www.healthcarenetwork.org
Heartland Home Health Care and Hospice Home Health Care 13255 W. Bluemound Rd. Brookfield 53005 262-641-6620 24/7/365 Varies; Title 19, Insurance Home care, hospice and in home infusion therapy. hcr-manorcare.com N/A
Home Helpers Kenosha Home Health Care (non-medical) PO Box 0073 Kenosha 53140 262-605-2099 Monday - Friday 9:00am - 6:00pm Private pay or insurance Services include personal care, companionship, assistance with meals, light housekeeping, transportation and errand services. desireeveasey@aol.com www.homehelpers.cc
Home Instead Senior Care Senior Care 3701 Durand Avenue Racine 53405 262-598-0290 Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm; 24 hours via cell phone Sliding scale and private pay Provides non-medical services to seniors in their homes to help them remain independent. victor.erato@homeinstead.com www.homeinstead.com
Housing Authority of Racine County Section 8 Rental Assistance 837 South Main Street Racine 53403 262-636-3405 Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm (Closed 12:00pm - 12:30pm) N/A Rental assistance for low income families through Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program.  Applications are handed out on Tuesdays only 10am- 12pm and from 1pm-2pm.  No emergency assistance available. dcordova@rcha.org www.rcha.org
Independence First WisLoan 600 West Virginia Street 4FL Milwaukee 53204 414-291-7520 Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Free Any Wisconsin resident with a disability in need of assistive technology or home modifications to live more independently may apply for a loan. pkraemer@independencefirst.org N/A
Inspiration Center Camp and Respite Programs PO Box 948 Walworth 53184 262-275-5753 Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm Fee based; scholarships available. Eight weeks of residential summer camp for adults and youth with physical and cognitive disabilities.  Respite care camps all seasons, field trips, nature center, pool, talent shows, crafts, and chapels.  RN's and counselors on site.  Special education field trips and programs. bgoodson@inspirationministries.org www.inspirationministries.org
Inspirational Ministries Residential Services PO Box 948 Walworth 53184 262-275-6131 Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm Title 19, COP-waiver, Private Pay Sixteen unit CBRF, twenty five RCAC (assisted living apartments), 25 independent living apartments, assisted living services (personal, health, and supportive care), employment opportunities for the disabled, indoor pool, 160 acre campus with paved nature trails, transportation, and resale shop. N/A www.inspirationministries.org
Jail Chaplaincy of Racine County Educational Support 717 Wisconsin Avenue Racine 53403 262-636-3803 Monday - Friday 9:00am - 2:0pm Free While incarcerated provides GED, anger management, self esteem promotion, tutoring, mentoring, women's group, AA, life skills, communication sills, counseling, grief management and bible studies. merritta@racineco.com www.racinecounty.com/chaplain
Kenosha Achievement Center Transportation 1218 79th Street Kenosha 53143 262-658-9500 Monday - Friday 6:00am - 6:00pm by phone; service hours vary Sliding fee scale, varies. Transportation to appointments to eligible recipients. rlincoln@thekac.com www.thekac.com
Kenosha Achievement Center Early Intervention 12189 79th Street Kenosha 53143 262-658-9500 Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Cost share, Title 19, and insurance. Provides therapy including speech, language, occupational and physical.  Provides special education service coordination. N/A www.thekac.com
Kenosha Achievement Center Adult Vocational and Day Service 1218 79th Street Kenosha 53143 262-658-9500 Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm County/state funding and private pay. Vocational training, evaluation, placement, job coaching and day service programming. cweyker@thekac.com www.thekac.com
Kenosha Co. Division of Aging Services Aging and Disability Resource Center of Kenosha Co 8600 Sheridan Road Ste. 500 Kenosha 53143 262-605-6646 Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Free