Department on Aging

The GO Pass is available for eligible seniors or persons with disabilities. The pass allows eligible riders one-day, unlimited rides for $2 on MCTS buses. The Aging and Disability Resource Centers of Milwaukee County process applications for a one-time fee of $5 at the Marcia Coggs Center, 1220 W. Vliet Street between the hours of 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call (414) 289-5800.

MCDA Transit vans provide door-to-door transportation to medical or dental appointments, grocery shopping and Senior Dining sites. There is a charge of $3 each way for rides to medical and dental appointments. All other rides are free. Rides are provided Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. within Milwaukee County. To be eligible, you must be a Milwaukee County resident, 60 or older, able to walk but unable to drive and unable to use public transit. Call (414) 289-6874 to register.

Individuals with a physical or cognitive disability that prevents them from using public transit or MCDA Transit vans may be eligible for Transit Plus. Transit Plus vans provide door-to-door transportation. Transit Plus vans have a lift to help riders enter the van. Rides through Transit Plus cost $4 each way. Call (414) 343-1700.

The Disabled American Veterans offers rides to and from the Milwaukee VA Medical Center. Call (414) 384-2000 ext. 45715 two weeks before your appointment to schedule.

Volunteer drivers may be available through Eras Senior Network for rides to the doctor, pharmacy and grocery shopping. This is based on volunteer availability. Call (414) 488-6500.

This workshop is designed to help adults with type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes or living with someone with diabetes, learn self-management skills and increase their confidence in managing their diabetes. Individuals that attend the workshop learn techniques to deal with the symptoms of diabetes, learn about appropriate exercise, use of medication and healthy eating strategies. Former workshop participants have reported improved health, health behavior, and a sense of confidence in managing their diabetes. The workshop meets once a week for six weeks for 2-1/2 hours each session.

This workshop is designed to help adults  who have on-going, persistent pain learn self-management skills to manage their pain and maintain active and fulfilling lives.  Former workshop participants have reported improved health, health behavior, and a sense of confidence in managing their chronic pain. The workshop meets once a week for six weeks for 2-1/2 hours each session.

Virtual Workshop - Hosted online by Department on Aging
Tuesdays, 10:00a.m. - 12:30p.m.
October 27- December 1
To register:  (414) 289-6352 or jennifer.lefeber@milwaukeecountywi.gov

Living Well With Chronic Conditions is an evidence-based workshop for people who have one or more chronic conditions. A chronic condition is an ongoing health problem or disease such as diabetes, heart disease, arthritis and other long-term problems. The workshops are facilitated by two trained leaders in a classroom style, but most of the learning comes from sharing and helping others with similar challenges. Workshops meet for 2-1/2 hours a week for six weeks.

Mind Over Matter is a one month (once a week every other week) program designed to help older women prevent or iprove their bladder or bowel incontinence.  It is researched and proven to improve bladder leadkage for 71% of women and bowel leakage for 55% of women.

Physical Activity for Lifelong Success (PALS) is a program specifically designed for older adults who either don't exercise or haven't exercised in a long while. Gathering with your peers and going at your own pace, PALS has been researched and proven to improve walking speed and distance in participants. The program meets 3 times a week for 10 weeks, followed by 6 months of coaching sessions (calls or in person) to facilitate behavior change and improve physical activity levels of participants.

This workshop is designed to help caregivers cope with the challenges that come up while they are providing care. Individuals who attend the workshop learn to reduce stress, guilt, anger and depression; manage their time, set goals and solve problems; make tough decisions; communicate more effectively; and master care-giving transitions. The workshop meets once a week for six weeks for 2-1/2 hours each session.

Workshops Offered in Spanish

Stepping On is a program proven to reduce falls and build confidence in older people. Participants gain specific knowledge and skills to prevent falls in community settings. It is designed specifically for people who are:

• At risk of falling
• Have a fear of falling
• Who have fallen one or more times

Workshops are facilitated by trained leaders as well as professional guest speakers including: physical therapists, pharmacists, vision specialists and safety specialists. Stepping On workshops meet for two hours a week for seven weeks.

Workshops Offered in Spanish