We are Society’s Assets
Established in 1974, Society's Assets is a private, nonprofit organization.
What is Independent Living Services?
Independent living (IL) services help people with disabilities achieve greater independence in the home and community. We are a non-residential, nonprofit organization that helps people with disabilities achieve their independent living goals. There are 7 other nonprofits like ours in Wisconsin. We serve all people, regardless of their disability type.
All 8 of us provide, at a minimum:
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Peer Support: Meeting with other people with disabilities in a group or individual setting for mentoring
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Information and Referral: Helping people get the information they need to live independently)
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Individual and Systems Advocacy: Speaking out to pursue personal rights and policy change
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Independent Living Skills Training: Education on the many elements for a successful life in the community
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Transition Support: Bridging high school to college and/or work, and assist individuals living in a nursing home that want to return to their homes in the community
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Home care includes any professional support services that allow a person to live safely in their home. Home care services can help someone who is aging and needs assistance to live independently; is managing chronic health issues; is recovering from a medical setback; or has special needs or a disability. Professional caregivers such as nurses, aides, and therapists provide short-term or long-term care in the home, depending on a person's needs.
Society's Assets provides In-Home Care, which is non-medical care. Services primarily help individuals with the activities of daily living. The main goal is to allow them to be safe and comfortable in their own homes.
This type of care helps older adults recover at home from a serious health issue. It’s usually less expensive, more convenient, and as effective as care from a facility.
How to pay for services?
There are many payment options including private pay (credit card or check), Medicaid, long-term care insurance, Veterans’ benefits, Workers’ compensation, government grants and donations.
Offices are open from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday (excluding holidays).