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Keyword Details: Advocacy

Programs that intercede on behalf of individuals and/or groups to ensure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible and that organizations within the established service delivery system meet the collective needs of the community; that attempt to marshal public support for a particular issue or cause; or that seek to influence legislation, local ordinances or administrative rulings in order to benefit specific interest groups or achieve specific social, political or environmental goals.

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AARP Wisconsin
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that helps people 50+ have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them. With over 800,000 members and several local AARP Wisconsin community chapters across the state, AARP Wisconsin is making a differen... (Click here for more)
Client Assistance Program (CAP)
The CAP program can provide information about your rights under the Rehabilitation Act, including your rights to Vocational Rehabilitation services from the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. CAP can explain the DVR processes and procedures and can advocate for you with DVR and in limited circum... (Click here for more)
Coalition of Wisconsin Aging and Health Groups
The Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups is a strong advocate on behalf of seniors. Provides direct victim services around issues affecting seniors through the programs of the Elder Law Center : - Elder Financial Empowerment Project and the - Wisconsin Identity Theft Coalition CWAG also provides e... (Click here for more)
Disability Rights Wisconsin
Provides advocacy, advice, information and referral services to people with disabilities who have been discriminated against, neglected, abused or denied a needed service or program based on a disability. Priority areas include abuse/neglect, patient rights,employment and housing discrimination, sp... (Click here for more)
Family Care, Partnership and IRIS Ombudsman Program
Provides ombudsman services to IRIS enrollees, potential enrollees. An Ombudsman is an advocate. The ombudsman can assist individuals living in their own homes, supported apartments or any other residential settings. The IRIS Ombudsman Program offers many free services, including: - Provide info... (Click here for more)
Independent Living Center - Society's Assets, Inc.
Provides information and referral, independent living skills training, loan closet (to try equipment before purchasing), advocacy services for people with disabilities. ADA consultation, adaptive equipment and home modifications, and financial and benefits consultation. Education and training in th... (Click here for more)
Information, Assistance and Access
The Information and Assistance (IAA) Specialists can help with a variety of concerns. Services can be provided in the ADRC office, over the phone, by email, or in a person’s home. IAA Specialists provide: -Access and eligibility to publicly funded Long Term Care programs -Information on a wide ran... (Click here for more)
LGBT National Help Center
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) National Help Center, provides vital peer-support, community connections and resource information to people with questions regarding sexual orientation and/or gender identity. Utilizing a diverse group of LGBT volunteers, operates three national hotl... (Click here for more)
National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging
The National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging is the country's first and only technical assistance resource center aimed at improving the quality of services and supports offered to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBTQ+) older adults. The National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging providers t... (Click here for more)
National Spinal Cord Injury Association SE- WI Chapter
Provides advocacy, fundraising activities, and other supportive services for people with spinal cord injury and their families. Provides counseling and advice to newly injured individuals and their families. To act as an advocate to help make sure public places are accessible and they are not disc... (Click here for more)
Ombudsman Program
An Ombudsman is an advocate for long term care consumers. The Ombudsman Program has, by law, the authority to have contact with any resident or tenant of a Wisconsin nursing home, Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF), Residential Care Apartment Complex (RCAC), Adult Family Home (AFH), or per... (Click here for more)
Ombudsman-BadgerCare Plus or Medicaid SSI HMO
The BadgerCare Plus or Medicaid SSI HMO Ombudsman will answer questions about programs and look into complaints about access to good medical care. Ombudsman can assist with: - Research and resolve grievances about the care or services provided. - Help enrollees understand their rights and responsi... (Click here for more)
Senior Action Council Bingo and Lunch
The Senior Action Council is an organization dedicated to making life better for all generations through education, advocacy and fun. Offers meetings to discuss and learn about concerns of senior of Kenosha county, education opportunities and sponsored events. Meeting details: First Wednesday of the... (Click here for more)
Sharing Center, Inc.
The Sharing Center serves Kenosha County residents, living west of I-94 by providing food pantry, employment assistance, housing assistance, rental assistance, domestic violence intervention, homeless services, clothing, household items, holiday assistance programs, school supply giveaway in August,... (Click here for more)
Volunteer Guardian Services
Volunteer guardians play an important role in the life of an at-risk elderly or disabled adult. A volunteer guardian is appointed by the court to make health, welfare and/or financial decisions for an adult in need. Volunteer guardians make important decisions and advocate for adults who can no long... (Click here for more)
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