Older Adults

Volunteers with AARP will be at the library Thursdays from 12:15-4:00 to help low- to moderate- income taxpayers and seniors prepare their tax returns.

Unfortunately, do to unforeseen circumstances, this event had to be cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience!

This program provides information that everyone should know about memory loss and what that means for all of us. Explore memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Learn about risk factors, research, treatments and steps to a proper diagnosis/assessment.

Sponsored by the Fox Valley Memory Project, Alzheimer's Association Greater Wisconsin Chapter, United Way Fox Cities, Thrivent and the Neenah Public Library.

When someone is showing signs of dementia, it’s time to talk. Often, conversations with family about changing behaviors can be challenging and uncomfortable. This program provides tips for breaking the ice with your family so you can address some of the most common issues that are difficult to discuss: going to the doctor for a diagnosis or medical treatment, deciding when to stop driving, and making legal and financial plans for future care.

Healthy Living for your Brain & Body is the first in the Understanding the Dementia Journey presented by Fox Valley Memory Project and the Alzheimer's Association.

Cynthia Moorcroft, physical therapist with MotionWorks Physical Therapy, will discuss easy and practical ways to reduce your risk of falls, improve your balance and determine your need for a cane or walker.  Also learn what medical conditions are likely to increase your risk of falling.

When planning the care of your loved one with Alzheimer's or other dementia communication is crucial. Difficult conversations are often postponed because they cross into thorny territory. Ideally, you should have these conversations when the person is still clear-minded enough to reason. If that does not happen, however, you may reach a point where you must act. Jen Thompson from Alzheimer's Association will help you with these difficult conversations.

Communicating with a person with Alzheimer's and other dementia can be difficult. Kim Patterson with Brookdale Senior Living Solutions will give tips and tricks on how to communicate effectively.