Empowering Your Next Chapter: Community Resources
Find local services, programs, and opportunities designed for adults 55+. From health and wellness to social connections and learning experiences, this hub helps you stay active, engaged, and thriving in your community.
ADRC of Central Wisconsin
The ADRC-CW works to provide peace of mind and quality of life to individuals and families through information and access to resources. Services include:
- Benefits for Seniors & Adults with Disabilities
- Support for Caregivers
- Meals for Seniors
- Classes for Healthy Living
- Volunteering
Managing Caregiver Stress- Wausau Workshop
March 26, 2026 | 10:00-11:00am
Wausau ADRC Office
1100 Lake View Drive, Suite 600
Call 888-486-9545 to register
United Way of Marathon County
United Way of Marathon County is an independently governed non-profit organization. United Way focuses on lifting community members to financial stability.
Resources:
- United Way 211: United Way's 211 is a free, confidential information and referral service, available 24/7.
- AT RISK: Call or Text 211 anytime for free Assistance.
- UNSAFE: Call 988 for access to trained crisis counselors.
- DANGER: Call 911 to request immediate assistance.
- Community Closet: Provides clothing to the community offering in-person shopping and a wide variety of clothing styles. They give new and gently used closing to anyone who needs it. Each household member can get up to 10 items of clothing and one pair of shoes.
- Hunger Coalition: The Untied Way Hunger Coalition works to eliminate food insecurity in our community by taking fresh, healthy produce directly to families in need.
Faith in Action of Marathon County
Faith in Action is a non-profit organization that welcomes all senior residents. Services provided include friendly visits in your home, essential transportation to medical appointments, personal errands. etc. and they partner with The Neighbor's Place to deliver food items to those who qualify.