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OFFICE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES (OPD)

Milwaukee County Courthouse 901 North 9th Street Room 307-B Milwaukee, WI 53233 (414) 278-3932 711 (TRS) fax: (414) 278-3939

Office for Persons with Disabilities Website

FEBRUARY 2020

#OneCountyMKE Empowering People I Strengthening Community

February Fun!

ICE FISHING CLINICS FOR CHILDREN Saturday, February 8, 2020, 9am-3pm @CountyParks @WDNR Bring your children, age 15 and under, to a FREE ice-fishing clinic in your Milwaukee County Parks. Kids age 15 and under get hands-on learning about ice safety, safety equipment, fish identification, and, if the weather and ice cooperate, fishing! Local fishing club members provide instruction. Fishing equipment is available but bring your own if you wish. Get more details here. Attend a clinic at these locations: Brown Deer, 7835 N. Green Bay Rd, Milwaukee Greenfield Park, 2028 S. 124th St, West Allis Kosciuszko, 2201 S 7th St, Milwaukee McGovern Park, 5400 N. 51st Blvd, Milwaukee Scout Lake ***, 5902 W. Loomis Rd, Greendale Sheridan Park, 4800 S. Lake Dr, Cudahy *** Wheelchair Accessible

SNOWMOBILE FEST @EasterSealsSEWI Saturday, February 1, 11am-4pm Wil-O-Way Underwood, 10602 Underwood Pkwy., Wauwatosa, WI Grab a friend and join us for FREE Snowmobile Rides with members of the Rolling Dice Snowmobile Club! Sit on the back of a snowmobile or ride behind in a sleigh. You can also warm up inside with hot chocolate, hot dogs and chili, as well as enjoy FREE entertainment and music. Members of the Rolling Dice Snowmobile Club will be available to transfer riders from their wheelchair to the sleigh and to ride along with the participant if needed. REGISTER by calling Mikayla S. at (414) 449-4952.

ELECTION DAY! February 18 Tuesday, February 18 is the Spring Primary election. Exercise your right and vote.

30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ADA! July 26, 2020 Milwaukee County government will be celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) between now and the end of July 2020. Look for details of events and/or opportunities coming soon. Attached to this issue you’ll find the second of seven flyers that will be included in Handy News & Notes (one each month between now and July). Feel free to post these flyers and/or share them with others. If you’d like a pdf or a jpg of these flyers for your use (newsletters, social media, etc.) please contact Tim by email at timothy.ochnikowski@milwaukeecountywi.gov

STEVE CULLEN HEALTHY HEART RUN/WALK @CullenRun The Steve Cullen Healthy Heart Run/Walk began in 1997 to raise funds for heart disease research and awareness in memory of former Milwaukee Alderman Steve Cullen who died at 40 of a heart attack. In 24 years, they’ve donated more than $475,000 to the cause, putting every dollar raised in the hands of researchers who are battling the #1 killer in the United States, heart disease. The 8k competitive run and 2-mile fun run/walk in Wauwatosa, WI draw about 1,000 participants and volunteers every year, with hot Cullen Family & Friends chili awaiting all at the finish line! Join them for the 24th Annual Steve Cullen Healthy Heart Club Run/Walk on February 15, 2020! https://cullenrun.com/

SLICE OF ICE! @CountyParks Red Arrow Park 920 N. Water St, Milwaukee 414-289-8791 Skate for FREE when you bring your own skates - weather and conditions permitting! NOTE: When the National Weather Service issues a cold-weather, blizzard or wind-chill advisory, the Skate Rental Counter will be closed. Ice Sled Rental: FREE upon request - limited supply! Reserve at least 24 hours in advance by calling 414-289-8791. Skate Rental for Companion Who Transfers Person with Disability to Sledge: See rates. Skate Rental: sizes range from toddler size 8, to women's size 11 and men's size 14 Age 18 & Up: $9 Age 17 & Under: $7 Sharpening: $6 Click here for more information.

GREAT SKATE 2020 & MILWAUKEE ADMIRALS February 8, 1pm-4pm @mkeadmirals The Admirals will hold their third annual Great Skate event at Red Arrow Park, located on the corner of State and Water St. The Great Skate is FREE and open to the public. The Great Skate gives fans an opportunity to skate with Admirals players on the Milwaukee County Parks Slice of Ice. Each hour there will be different groups of players for fans to skate with, get pictures and autographs as well. Adaptive Ice Sledges available upon request. Get more information here.

COMPUTER WORKSTATIONS AVAILABLE! @newhorizonsmke

New Horizons Un-Limited is now accepting applications from individuals that have a permanent physical disability that significantly limits their mobility and/or individuals that have a lifelong intellectual/developmental disability (I/DD). Our program is also available to family caregivers that reside with their family members with disabilities. We are offering Windows 10 desktop computer workstations with computer monitor, keyboard and mouse. Interested applicants can call New Horizons Un-Limited for complete eligibility requirements, application approval process, application procedures and request application at 414-299-0124 or visit our website at https://www.new-horizons.org/pdf/compap.pdf

CELEBRATE THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ADA WITH THE ADMIRALS! February 19, 7pm @mkeadmirals Join us as we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) at the Milwaukee Admirals game on Wednesday, February 19 (7pm). Get 2 FREE tickets – additional tickets are available at a discount rate. To get your FREE tickets simply visit http://fevo.me/ada30

THIS IS A REMINDER! You are ILLEGALLY PARKED! @MKECoOPD The Milwaukee County Office for Persons with Disabilities (OPD) has a supply of these cards. If you’d like some, please contact Tim at 414-278-3930 or email Tim with your complete name and mailing address.

MILWAUKEE COUNTY OFFERS AIRA! First County in the Country! @airaio @MKECoOPD Milwaukee County is the first county in the country to offer FREE Aira technology services (to Aira users) at the airport, on public transportation & in destination locations (see list). GENERAL GOVERNMENT Coggs Human Service Building Criminal Justice Facility Milwaukee County Courthouse, + Grounds Milwaukee County Transit System Mitchell International Airport Safety Building Vel Phillips Youth & Family Justice Center PARKS & RECREATION Art Museum Boerner Botanical Gardens, + Grounds Bradford Beach, Beach, Bathhouse, Tiki Huts, North

Point Snack Bar Cathedral Square Park, Grounds Estabrook Park, Beer Garden, + Grounds Forest Exploration Center Grant Park, Grounds Greenfield Park, Cool Waters, + Grounds Hoyt Park, Beer Garden, Pool, + Grounds Humboldt Park, Beer/Wine Garden, Band Shell, +

Grounds Kelly Senior Center, + Grounds Lake Park, Stage, Lighthouse, + Grounds Lincoln Park, Schulz Aquatic Park, + Grounds McKinley Marina, Yacht Club, + Grounds Milwaukee Community Sailing Center Milwaukee County Historical Society Milwaukee County Zoo Milwaukee Public Museum Mitchell Park, The Domes, + Grounds Pere Marquette Park, Gazebo, + Grounds Sheridan Park, Grounds South Shore Park, Beer Garden, + Grounds Veterans Park, Grounds War Memorial Warnimont Park, Grounds Washington Park, Band Shell, Senior Center, Urban

Ecology Center, + Grounds Wehr Nature Center, + Grounds Whitnall Park, Beer Garden, + Grounds Wil-O-Way Grant, + Grounds Wil-O-Way Underwood, + Grounds Wilson Park, Senior Center, Ice Rink, Pool Wisconsin Avenue Park, Ability Center Offices, +

Grounds Zoofari Conference Center

Get the list of Milwaukee County building / facilities offering free Aira services by visiting the OPD website.

What is Aira? Aira is today’s fastest growing assistive community. One tap of a button instantly connects you with a sighted professional agent who delivers visual assistance anytime and anywhere. Using augmented reality, Aira connects people who are blind or low vision to a trained professional agent who is dedicated to further enhancing their everyday experience – completely hands-free assistance at the touch of a button. To find out more information, including individual pricing plans, equipment, services, etc., contact Aira at 800-835-1934 or visit https://aira.io/ .

2020 DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL CONVENTION – MILWAUKEE VENUES July 13-16 @DNC @milwaukee2020 @airaio @MKECoOPD WE’RE READY FOR A PARTY The Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee is working to connect local venues of all shapes and sizes with organizations and individuals interested in hosting events around the Democratic National Convention. We've built this Venue Portal tool to help you find the right place for your event, whether you need an intimate, private restaurant space, a massive catering hall, or something else that suits your unique needs. Check out what Milwaukee has to offer below! If you have any questions, please email us at events@milwaukee2020.com. These businesses have identified their support for the Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee's mission and are working to promote the Milwaukee metropolitan region and the Host Committee’s community outreach efforts.

FYI – Milwaukee County is

offering FREE Aira services at 13 locations for the 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee (July 13-16). To see a list of these locations please visit the Milwaukee County Office for Persons with Disabilities (OPD) website, here.

MASSAGE THERAPY CAN BENEFIT JUST ABOUT EVERYONE @StAnnCenter Many people associate “massage” with stress relief… or maybe pro athletes. They’re not wrong! But massage therapy can be a powerful means of help for all of us dealing with conditions like fibromyalgia, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, after-effects of a stroke, post-operative pain, restricted range of motion, high blood pressure, depression and anxiety, diabetes, lower back pain, poor circulation and sleep disorders. As research supporting the benefits continues to grow, healthcare professionals are recommending massage to patients of all abilities. Massage can do for an immobile body what it can’t do for itself. “If someone has a spinal cord injury and is unable to feel massage on their lower limbs, massage improves blood circulation and can prevent other medical problems,” says Sandy Anderson, a certified massage therapist and vice president of wellness at St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care. “I’ve had people tell me after a stroke, ‘oh, you don’t need to massage my left side, I can’t feel that’ -- and I tell them, ‘just because you can’t feel it doesn’t mean it’s not beneficial.’” Also, she says, it can help people with severe contracture, such as cerebral palsy can cause, relax briefly before they contract again – and there’s relief in that respite. “Everyone with CP needs massage,” she says. People with disabilities can face challenges in finding a therapist experienced in using adaptive techniques – or finding an accessible location. Massage therapy school classes typically cover adaptive techniques on a limited basis, Anderson says; a therapist may accept clients with disabilities only after trying massage on a relative or friend with a disability.

In Milwaukee, St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care has offered a variety of massage techniques to its adult day clients for more than 20 years, as well as to community members of all abilities. Anderson says prospective new clients are often thrilled to hear the center has elevators and is accessible throughout. Working with clients with various physical and cognitive disabilities has honed the skills of St. Ann Center’s three massage therapists, who are prepared with a high-low table, a portable headrest unit, an assortment of beveled foam wedges, stools of various sizes … and their own ingenuity, experience in adaptive techniques and commitment to care. A client may need to communicate via an alphabet board, have a caregiver remain with them during massage or be massaged right in their power or manual wheelchair – none of it fazes the team. It’s worth checking with a healthcare provider to see whether massage could be part of an overall treatment plan, covered by insurance. But even if it’s not, people often find the benefits worth paying out of pocket. St. Ann Center massage therapists accept weekday appointments, at both campuses, at 2801 E. Morgan Ave. and 2450 W. North Ave., and Saturday morning appointments at the Morgan Avenue location. To learn more about the types of massage and costs, visit https://stanncenter.org/community/massage-wellness/. Or contact Anderson at (414) 977-5056 or SandyAnderson@stanncenter.org.

OPD / FISERV FORUM TicketPASS! @FiservForum @MKECoOPD The Milwaukee County Office for Persons with Disabilities (OPD) has again joined the Fiserv Forum TicketPASS program! TicketPASS allows employees, friends and family of OPD to purchase single game Bucks tickets, as well as tickets to other select events at the Fiserv Forum at exclusive Friends & Family prices using a unique link and promo code. To access our TicketPASS page, please visit FiservForum.com/TICKETPASS and enter promo code MCOPD.

LOOKING FOR A HALL? @MKECoOPD Are you looking for a hall for your next function? Would you like to rent a beautiful hall in a woodsy setting near you? If you answered yes, please use the links below (or call the Office for Persons with Disabilities at 414-278-3930) to check out the Wil-O-Way Grant and Wil-O-Way Underwood facilities. These facilities may be just what you’re looking for. You can even review the facilities, check the calendar, review the guidelines, and apply right on your smartphone.

Wil-O-Way Grant (South Milwaukee)

Wil-O-Way Underwood (Wauwatosa)

Check out the Facility Guidelines & Facility Rentals Calendar. CONFERENCE ROOM – WIL-O-WAY UNDERWOOD Need a meeting place during the day away from work? FREE! Contact us about our conference room at Wil-O-Way Underwood (Wauwatosa). The conference room seats 20, offers a 50” flat screen TV, a whiteboard & WiFi.

OTHER RENTAL FACILITIES – COUNTY PARKS For your special family gathering, community-group event, or business function, you'll find a Milwaukee County Parks site to complement your event. Visit the Park Department “Rent a Venue” webpage here.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION EXCHANGE (ETE) @etereman Engine and Transmission Exchange (ETE) locations offer all types of mechanical repairs and vehicle maintenance on almost any type of mobility equipped vehicles. PERFORMANCE Our talented and experienced technicians can check your vehicle's engine for defects that may be causing a reduction in performance. ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSIS Electrical faults can result in performance issues or make your engine inoperable. Our team can diagnose electrical faults and recommend solutions. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE It is recommended that you have maintenance performed on your vehicle's engine every 30K miles to prevent damage and keep performance consistent. HEATING & COOLING ETE can diagnose and service your vehicle's A/C and cooling systems, including belt, hose, and filter replacements. ENGINE REPLACEMENT ETE's technicians can perform the work to replace a damaged or inoperative engine in your vehicle to restore its functionality. TRANSMISSION ETE can provide transmission services including replacement, sales, or complete transmission service repairs. Milwaukee: 2727 S 27th St, Milwaukee WI 53215 414-645-7000 Waukesha: 1604 S West Ave, Waukesha WI 53189 262-548-0000 For a FREE quote, email ETE at vf@enginetrans.com

2020 WIL-O-WAY KEY CARD! Don’t forget to renew your Wil-O-Way Key Card membership. The 2020 application is attached to this newsletter or you can get the application on the OPD Recreation webpage.

Al e r t !

DATE NIGHT AT THE H-D MUSEUM Thursday’s February 6, 13, 20 & 27 5pm-8pm @hdmuseum Show that special someone how much you “wheelie like them” by bringing them to the Harley-Davidson Museum for Date Night on Thursday evenings throughout February. Love is in the air at the H-D Museum campus as we invite all couples to see how passionate life behind (handle) bars can be. Enjoy two-for-one admission* to the H-D Museum and participate in a “Love Potion” themed scavenger hunt. During each Date Night event, MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant will feature menu items built for two and The Shop will offer coupons for special paired items. Feeling particularly amorous? Stop by the (airbrush) tattoo station to get some ink spilled to show your love. Whether you’re rolling two-up or solo, make tracks to the crossroads of 6th & Canal in February. *Receive one (1) Harley-Davidson Museum General Admission pass with purchase of Harley-Davidson Museum General Admission pass of equal value. Valid from 5:00 - 8:00 PM only on February 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2020 for in-person use at the Harley-Davidson Museum. Not valid for online purchases. Limited to one offer per customer. While supplies last. Cannot be redeemed for cash or cash equivalent. Offer not valid on previously purchased Harley-Davidson Museum passes. Cannot be combined with any other offer, discount or promotion. Offer can be changed at any time without notice. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. Get more details and buy tickets here. Have fun!

HAPPENING AT THE ZOO! @MilwaukeeCoZoo February 1 Family Free Day February 2 Groundhog Day celebration at the Zoo

SUMMER SAILING 2020! @MCSCSailing We know it doesn’t look like it right now, but Summer Sailing 2020 will be here before you know it. Look for dates and reservation deadlines in future issues of Handy News & Notes.

SNOW REMOVAL - DID YOU KNOW? Did you know that it is illegal to plow snow into an “accessible parking” stall? Wisconsin law calls for fine of up to $40.00 for the first offense and up to $100.00 for the second and subsequent offenses. WI statute 346.503 Parking spaces for vehicles displaying special registration plates or special identification cards. (2e) The owner or lessee subject to the requirements of sub. (1m) shall keep the parking spaces reserved for vehicles designated under sub. (1m) or (2m) clear of snow and ice in a timely manner and make other reasonable efforts to ensure that the spaces are available for use by a motor vehicle used by a physically disabled person. 346.56 Penalty for violating sections 346.503 to 346.55. (1g) Any person violating s.346.503 (2e) shall forfeit not less than $20.00 nor more than $40.00 for the first offense. For a 2nd or subsequent conviction within 3 years, person shall forfeit not less than $50.00 nor more than $100.00.

FREE DAYS! Milwaukee County Zoo @MilwaukeeCoZoo February 1, 9:30am-4:30pm Charles Allis Art Museum @CharlesAllis February 5, 1pm-5pm Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum @VillaTerrace February 5, 1pm-5pm Mitchell Park Domes @CountyParks February 6, 9am-5pm Milwaukee Public Museum @MKEPublicMuseum February 6, 9am-8pm Milwaukee Art Museum @MilwaukeeArt February 6, 10am-8pm Milwaukee County FREE Days

MILWAUKEE COUNTY ON SOCIAL MEDIA! #OneCountyMKE Follow your Milwaukee County government on Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Flickr, Pinterest, Linkedin). Get the lists here.

12TH ANNUAL WISCONSIN VISIONWALK @fightblindness The 2020 Walk Committee welcomes all residents of Wisconsin to our FREE 12th Anniversary Wisconsin VisionWalk in Veteran’s Park on the lakefront in Milwaukee on Sunday, May 17, 2020. They hope to welcome over 700 people this year, and they are asking for your help! VisionWalk is in support of the Foundation Fighting Blindness, which is the world’s largest private funder of retinal degenerative diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa (RP), macular degeneration, Usher syndrome, Stargardt disease, and LCA. The Foundation has been part of some very exciting new research, which may someday soon lead to a cure for these diseases that affect more than 10 million Americans. Walk Chairs Kelly Savasta and Nicole Everson are supporting VisionWalk because the cause is very near to them, as they are both personally affected. Until the last couple years, there hasn’t been much promising research and potential for a cure. The Foundation has given them, and many others hope that there is a cure in sight. The 5K walk is a family-friendly event benefitting the entire state of Wisconsin and its residents, and is free to anyone and everyone, including pets! There will be bounce houses and giant inflatable slide, provided by Music On the Move Plus, the largest event management company in Milwaukee. The family of owner Taj Jordan has five members affected with vision loss and has jumped on board to provide much of the equipment for the walk. There will also be a lot of other fun stuff, including popular Milwaukee entertainer Eric Barbieri. VisionWalk will also have fire trucks, a face painter, mascots from area sports teams (Roscoe from the Admirals, Brad Beach from the Wave, and Star Wars characters), and a whole lot more. There will also be a free lunch served after the walk. If you would like to find out more about the walk, you can access through the Foundation's walk website at www.VisionWalk.org and go to the Wisconsin walk page. If you would like more information about the Foundation, and the 12th Annual Wisconsin VisionWalk, please contact Events Manager Steve Sroka at (847) 549-1477, or e-mail at SSroka@FightingBlindness.org .

EMPLOYMENT STATS! @BLS_gov The December 2019 Bureau of Labor Statistics report: Labor Force Participation Rate Persons w/ disabilities = 33.3% (+0.0%) (33.0%, ‘18) Persons w/ no disabilities = 77.3% (+0.5%) (76.9%, ’18)

Employment – Population Ratio Persons w/ disabilities = 30.6% (+0.7%) (30.4%, ‘18) Persons w/ no disabilities = 74.8% (+0.9%) (74.1%, ’18)

See the current report here: http://www.bls.gov/news.release/empsit.t06.htm

FREE IEP & SPECIAL EDUCATION WEBINARS @wifacets

WI FACETS offers several workshops for families of children with disabilities and those who support them. You can access these trainings from any location using your smart phone, laptop, or landline. Pre-registration is required. Sign up online at www.wifacets.org/events, or call 877-374-0511. *Requests for reasonable accommodations are needed 2 weeks prior the training. BLACK- webinars BLUE – in person trainings RED–telephone workshops. 2/3 WSEMS: Facilitated IEPs, 12-1 pm 2/5 Tribal Community and School Liaisons: How

They Are Helpful, 12-1 pm 2/11 IEP 3: Evaluation and Eligibility in the IEP

Process, 12-12:30 pm 2/12 Addressing Homelessness & Poverty in the

Schools, 12-1 pm 2/13 Individual Education Program Part I (Spanish),

12-1 pm 2/18 IEP 4: Reevaluation & Independent Educational

Evaluations, 12-12:30 pm 2/19 ABLE Accounts and Financial Advising for

Families with Special Needs Children, 12-1 pm 2/26 The Importance of Educating At-Risk Youth &

Alternate Educational Programming, 12-1 pm POPULAR WEBINAR RECORDINGS: Starting the IEP Process: Special Education Basics (30-minutes) How to File an IDEA Complaint

MARCUS CENTER MC ACCESS @MarcusCenter The Office for Persons with Disabilities (OPD) and the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts have teamed up to offer discounted tickets to selected shows for county employees and their families and friends, as well as readers and followers of Handy News & Notes. To access this opportunity, please visit www.marcuscenter.org/mcaccess and enter group code “countytix.”

ICE FISHING IN THE PARKS! @CountyParks Challenging ice-fishing opportunities await you in the following park lagoons when weather conditions permit. Ice on lagoons must be 6 inches thick in order to be open for ice fishing. Pay attention to "Thin Ice" signs posted at the lagoons. Brown Deer, 7835 N. Green Bay Rd. ** Greenfield, 2028 S. 124 St. Humboldt, 3000 S. Howell Ave. ** McCarty, 2567 S. 79 St. ** McGovern, 5400 N. 51 St. Scout Lake, 5902 W. Loomis Rd. Washington, 1859 N. 40 St. Wilson, 1601 W. Howard Ave. ** Do not fish in areas designated for skating

WINTER SPORTS! @CountyParks Your Milwaukee County Parks are available year-round for your enjoyment! Enjoy Cross-Country Skiing, Dog-Sled Rides, Snowboarding, Snowtubing, Ice Fishing, Ice Hockey,

Ice Skating, Sledding & More! Get details here: https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/Parks

CURATIVE ADULT DAY SERVICES @CurativeCareWI Curative’s Adult Day Services programs provide a safe and supportive environment for adults 18 or older who have a developmental disability or other limiting condition

o A place to hang out with friends to laugh and socialize

o Goal-oriented activities that promote independence

o Daytime respite for caregivers o Highly qualified, caring staff

Our programs have a new curriculum! We help our clients thrive by offering a wide variety of activities to reach their individual life-experience and employment readiness goals We have immediate openings for clients interested in our Adult Day programs in Milwaukee, Wauwatosa and Menomonee Falls Call 414-479-9399 to set up a private tour

ADAPTED SWIM LESSONS NOW AVAILABLE Want to learn to swim or be more comfortable in the water? Check this out! St. Ann Center is offering adapted swim lessons for adults or children (ages 5 and older) who have a cognitive, physical or developmental disability. Lessons take place in the warm-water, wheelchair-accessible pool at the St. Ann Center Stein Campus, 2801 E. Morgan Ave. A swimmer will work one-on-one with an instructor to learn swimming skills at their own pace to increase the swimmer’s confidence, be safer in the water and improve swimming skills. Among the skills worked on: blowing bubbles, submerging under water, floating (front and back), kicking, front crawl and jumping in the water. Water in the pool is a comfortable 89 degrees. Four 30-minute weekly sessions, at a time to be scheduled with the instructor, will cost $80. To learn more, contact Aquatics Director Kristen Schmalfeldt, (414) 977-5015.

OVERNIGHT RESPITE CARE OPEN ON NORTH SIDE St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care’s new Overnight Respite Care Unit is now open at its north side Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave., for frail elders, those with dementia and adults with disabilities. Open Friday nights through Monday mornings, hours will expand as demand increases until it operates seven days a week year-round, as the Stein Campus program on the south side has for 12 years. St. Ann Center also offers day care services for frail elders and adults with disabilities. The respite area features nine cozy bed and-breakfast-style rooms, a large gathering room with fireplace, large flat-screen TV and comfy chairs, a cheery dining room for fresh-cooked meals, and whirlpool baths with bathing assistance. Cost varies with level of care needed. St. Ann Center accepts private pay and payment assistance from Family Care, Community Care, Care Wisconsin, IRIS, Department on Aging and more. To learn more, visit StAnnCenter.com/respite; to arrange a tour, call (414) 977-5079, or email dtaylor@stanncenter.org.

REPORT AN ACCESSIBILITY ISSUE The Office for Persons with Disabilities (OPD) has an on-line form where you can submit a report of an accessibility issue within Milwaukee County government (buildings, grounds, employment, etc.). You can submit a report by going to the OPD ADA webpage.

WIL-O-WAY - WINTER PROGRAMMING @EastersealsSEWI To see the latest Wil-O-Way winter programming (dances, bowling, community outings, and more) provided by Easter Seals, click here.

POWER WHEELCHAIR & SCOOTER – FOR SALE!

Power Wheelchair – Quantum. Needs batteries.

Adult small. Charger and cords included.

ASKING $800

Scooter. Needs batteries. Charging cord included.

ASKING $100

Contact Dorothy at 414-852-1447 (South Milwaukee WI)

Newly installed shelter on Layton

& S.13th

LET MCTS BE YOUR FREEDOM ON WHEELS IN 2020

@RideMCTS 2020 is only a month old, but our resolution to make transit more accessible is just beginning for Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS)! Don’t forget to Shovel! With the snowy season in full swing and Mother Nature reminding us who is boss, MCTS gives a friendly reminder and encourages all riders and residents to spread the word on the importance of snow removal at bus stops, as well as sidewalks and curb ramps. So far, everyone has done a superb job of keeping their bus stops clear, so keep up the great work! Just remember that keeping the ice and snow clear from sidewalks and curb cuts is crucial to people who have difficulty with mobility, as well as strollers and carts. The lack of a cleared path can prevent someone from even leaving their home, so remember to shovel and salt!! New Bus Stops Construction is now complete on new bus stops on Layton Avenue, between Howell Avenue and South 27th Street for Route 55. Construction continues on South 92nd Street for Route 67 as well as 87th Street in the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center. Freedom on Wheels Program Mobility Management Team staff will come out to your location (e.g., school, agency, senior center or residence, etc.) to present information on transportation, at no cost to your organization. Freedom on Wheels is a two-part presentation for groups of individuals that would like a comprehensive introduction to how to ride the bus:

• Part One is a classroom type setting, focusing on transportation options, acceptable fare forms, proper bus etiquette rules, safety concerns, trip planning demonstration using the Ride MCTS website and app, as well as an introduction to the Travel Training Program.

• Part Two consists of a demonstration using a training bus, which includes participants boarding an MCTS bus, using an MCARD on the farebox and how to use the bike rack. This is followed by a short

ride to enhance the hands-on-feel of riding the bus and practicing what was discussed in the classroom. This can also be done on an in-service bus with small groups.

** The Freedom on Wheels Presentation can be tailored to each organization's specific needs ** Don’t forget to “Like” our group on Facebook, “MCTS Travel Training,” and you can follow our outreach presentations, ask us questions and request an individualized or group travel training session. If you see any barriers that need the attention of the Bus Stop Barrier Remover, please contact Chris Fox at 414-937-3256, or cfox@mcts.org .

REC ON DECK NEWSLETTER, REC ROOM CALENDAR, DISCOUNTED TICKET OFFERS, WIL-O-WAY PROGRAMMING & MORE!!! Get access to the latest Rec on Deck newsletter, Rec Room Calendar, discounted ticket offers, Wil-O-Way programming, and much more recreation information by going to the OPD Recreation webpage.

ADA INFORMATION ON YOUR SMARTPHONE! Would you like easy access to the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines, or ADA Resources, or ADA Checklists, or ADA Enforcement Agencies? If you said yes, you can get all that & more by bookmarking our website on your smartphone. https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/Office-for-Persons-with-Disabilities/ADA

HAPPENINGS AT ST ANN CENTER @StAnnCenter Caregiver Support Group (Stein Campus) Wednesday, Feb. 5 & 19 | 1:30-3 pm Chapel, Stein Campus, 2801 E. Morgan Ave. Caregivers meet to share experiences difficulties, insights and resources in this free support group. They laugh and cry over what is happening in their lives, and accept each other fully. No registration is necessary. If you can’t attend, but want to talk about your situation, contact Rodican Rose at (414) 210-2490. Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group (Bucyrus Campus) Friday, Feb. 7 | 1 pm - 2:30 pm Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave. Caregivers meet to share experiences, difficulties, insights and resources with each other in this free support group. They laugh and cry over what is happening in their lives; they accept each other fully. Come and experience how good it is to be understood. If you cannot attend but wish to talk about your situation, contact Tony Phillips, (414) 210-2490. Parkinson’s Support Group (Bucyrus Campus) Friday, Feb. 14 | 1-2:30 pm Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave. If you are living with Parkinson’s Disease or know someone who is, consider joining thisfree support group. Topics include brain stimulation surgery, progress in medicine and exercises that can help with symptoms. Questions are always encouraged, snacks and beverages are always served. No registration is necessary. For more information, contact Tony Phillips, (414) 210-2490. Parkinson’s Support Group (Stein Campus) Tuesday, Feb. 18 | 1:30-3:30 p.m. Board Room, Stein Campus, 2801 E. Morgan Ave. If you are living with Parkinson’s Disease or know someone who is, consider joining this support group. Topics include brain stimulation surgery, progress in medicine and exercises that can help with symptoms. Questions are always encouraged, snacks and beverages are always served. No registration is necessary. For more information, call Kathy Jaap at (414) 212-8255. Family Caregiver Support Group for Women – NEW! Friday, Feb. 21| 1-2:30 pm Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave. If you are caring for a child or adult with a disability, medical needs or aging issues…who is caring for you? This free discussion and support group offers women who are family caregivers a little breathing space and a chance to talk. This is an opportunity to develop friendships, share feelings with others who understand, receive emotional support and discussion solutions to caregiving issues. For more information, contact Tony Phillips, (414) 210-2490.

Family Fun Nights at the Pool Friday, Feb. 7 & 21 | 6-7:30 p.m. Aquatic Center, Stein Campus, 2801 E. Morgan Ave. Twice the fun in January! Fight back against that wintry weather with a little trip to our warm up in our wheelchair-accessible pool, where it's always 89 degrees. Or relax in our hot tub spa. Theme is Oscars & the Movies on Feb. 7 and on Feb. 21, we’ll be celebrating the Mardi Gras. . Just $5/swimmer (exact change is so appreciated!) or $20 for a family of 5. Children 2 and younger swim free. Kids under 10 always need an adult in the water with them . Locker room is family style, with private rooms for changing and showering; bring a lock for your locker. Hair dryers are available. Call ahead to learn if there are any last-minute closures: (414) 977-5015. All closures are posted on voicemail. Please enter using aquatic center doors on the west side of the building. To learn more: https://stanncenter.org/for-the-community/aquatic-center/ Parkinson’s Support Group (Stein Campus) Tuesday, Feb. 18 | 1:30-3:30 p.m. Board Room, Stein Campus, 2801 E. Morgan Ave. If you are living with Parkinson’s Disease or know someone who is, consider joining this support group. Topics include brain stimulation surgery, progress in medicine and exercises that can help with symptoms. Questions are always encouraged, snacks and beverages are always served. No registration is necessary. For more information, call Kathy Jaap at (414) 212-8255. Open Swim Aquatic Center, Stein Campus, 2801 E. Morgan Ave. Three times daily, M-F Swim in our warm-water pool, always a comfortable 89° or enjoy our hot top spa! Both can be used by community members for just $5 per person per session at these times every Monday through Friday: 7:30-8:45 a.m.; 11 a.m.-noon; and 3-4 p.m. The pool, locker room and showers are wheelchair-accessible. Children younger than 14 must be supervised by an adult. No early arrivals, please. To learn about adult classes in warm- water or low-impact aerobics, or swimming lessons for children, see https://stanncenter.org/pool or call (414) 977-5015.

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Phil Mickelson, Pro Golfer,

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Ray Charles, Award Winning Musician

(Visual Impairment)

Montel Williams, Talk Show Host

(Multiple Sclerosis)

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Thomas Edison, Inventor

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James Brady, U.S. Press Secretary,

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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT - JULY 26, 1990

DON’T LET A disABILITY STOP YOU

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OFFICE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

Milwaukee County TIMOTHY J. OCHNIKOWSKI DIRECTOR

901 N. 9th Street, Rm. 307-B, Milwaukee, WI 53233, (414) 278-3932 (Voice), 711 (TRS)

http://county.milwaukee.gov/OPD

Join us to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the ADA with the Milwaukee Admirals

Milwaukee Admirals | 30th Anniversary of the ADA February 19th | 7:00pm

Milwaukee Admirals vs Iowa Wild

July 26th marks the 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) signed into law by President George H.W. Bush. The ADA assures equal access for people who have disabilities to businesses, employment, transportation, state and local government programs and services, and telecommunications. In honor of the 30th ADA anniversary on July 26 and throughout the year, in your workplaces, schools and communities, share and join in celebrations, stories, and advances in inclusion and access since this historic civil rights legislation became law in 1990. To help commemorate this anniversary come join us on February 19th at the Milwaukee Admirals game while they celebrate Hockey is for Everyone month. With this special offer, you can get two free tickets to the game with additional discounted tickets available for purchase. If any seating requires ADA accessibility, please contact Ryan Harrington at RHarrington@milwaukeeadmirals.com. There are also a limited number of tables available on our concourse during the games if you would like to promote your organization and your impact in the community. Please contact Ryan Harrington with those requests as well.

2 FREE Tickets – Additional Tickets available at a discounted rate!

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Wisconsin Adaptive Sports Association’s 6th Annual Big Cheese Classic!

25+ youth and adult teams from all over the country competing to earn the Big Cheese title.

February 1-2, 2020

Brookfield East High School

www.wasa.org

Instruction, geared towards kids age 15 & under, will be held indoors (rain or shine/ice or no ice) on the following topics:

Ice Safety & Proper Safety Equipment.

Fish Identification & Regulations.

Knot Tying.

Some locations also have cleaning & cooking demonstrations.*

Clinics begin at 9 am with the last clinic starting at 2 pm.

Fishing equipment is available, but bring your own if you wish.

Hands-on fishing instruction given, dependent on weather and ice conditions.

No pre-registration is necessary, but to accomodate groups of 20 or more, call (414) 416-0591.

Taught by members of local fishing clubs. Young children must be accompanied by an adult.

Milwaukee County ParksBrown Deer Park 7835 N. Green Bay Rd. Hosted by Okauchee Fishing Club.*McGovern Park 5400 N. 51st Blvd.Hosted by Inner City Sportsmen’s Club and Midwest Crappie Hunters

Greenfield Park 2028 S. 124th St. Hosted by Great Lakes Sport Fishermen*

Sheridan Park 4800 S. Lake Dr. Hosted by Southside Sportsmen Club.*Scout Lake Park 5902 W. Loomis Rd. Wheelchair accessible. Hosted by Walleyes For Tomorrow.*Kosciuszko Park 2201 S. 7th St.Hosted by Wisconsin Fishing Club

29th Annualfree

Ice Fishing Clinicsfor KidsSaturday, February 8, 2020 from 9 am to 3 pm

For more information, go to dnr.wi.gov and search for “fishing clinics” or call (414) 416-0591 or (414) 263-8494

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Council of Sport Fishing Organizations, Hunger Task Force Fish Hatchery, and Milwaukee County Parks

Instructions for ordering:1) Go to www.marcuscenter.org/mcaccess2) Create your Login using your Group Code:

countytix3) Order your tickets!

Please contact Keri Hough at:414-273-7121 ext. 213 or

khough@marcuscenter.orgfor more information.

*Ticket locations may be substituted due to high demand.Specific seat locations are not given, it is not a live sale.Tickets are assigned on a best available basis.Not valid on previously purchased tickets.No exchanges or refunds.Please specify any special needs or requests in the additional comments box at the bottom of the order page.

Special dates: February 11-12, 2020Marcus Center - Uihlein Hall

Save with this Priority Purchase Opportunity for Milwaukee County!

Instructions for ordering:1) Go to www.marcuscenter.org/mcaccess2) Create your Login using your Group Code:

countytix3) Order your tickets!

Please contact Keri Hough at:414-273-7121 ext. 213 or

khough@marcuscenter.orgfor more information.

*Ticket locations may be substituted due to high demand.Specific seat locations are not given, it is not a live sale.Tickets are assigned on a best available basis.Not valid on previously purchased tickets.No exchanges or refunds.Please specify any special needs or requests in the additional comments box at the bottom of the order page.

Available for Select Performances March 17-22, 2020

Marcus Center - Uihlein Hall

Save with this Special Discounted Opportunity for You!

Reasons To See it

• Broadway’s funniest and longest-running play!• A classic murder mystery chocked-full of mishaps and mania, including an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines)• J.J. Abrams loved the show so much in London that he decided to make this is Broadway producing debut

Recommended for ages 8 and upRun time is 2 hours and 5 minutes

Josiah Cook. Photo Eric Olson

Instructions for ordering:1) Go to: www.marcuscenter.org/mcaccess2) Create your Login using your Group Code:

countytix3) Order your tickets!

Please contact Keri Hough at:414-273-7121 ext. 213 or

khough@marcuscenter.orgfor more information.

*Ticket locations may be substituted due to high demand.Specific seat locations are not given, it is not a live sale.Tickets are assigned on a best available basis.Not valid on previously purchased tickets.No exchanges or refunds.Please specify any special needs or requests in the additionalcomments box at the bottom of the order page.

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Milwaukee Ballet’sPUSH.March 26-29, 2020

iCare Medicare PlanIf you are on both Medicare and Medicaid, the iCare Medicare Plan (HMO D-SNP) gives you FREE added benefits — above what Original Medicare covers at no cost to you!

And the OTC benefit is even better for 2020 with our NEW prepaid benefits card and a HUGE increase in the monthly allowance to $120 a month/$1,440 a year! You can purchase OTC items in a retail store or pharmacy. Or, using our product catalog, order through DrugSource, Inc. by phone or online with FREE shipping to your home. It’s your choice!

Independent Care Health Plan (iCare), which insures iCare Medicare Plan (HMO D-SNP), is an HMO with a Medicare contract and a contract with the State Medicaid program. Enrollment in iCare Medicare Plan depends on iCare’s contract renewal. Questions? Call 1-800-777-4376 (TTY: 711) for more information. Independent Care Health Plan complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, or sex. ATENCIÓN: Si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-800-777-4376 (TTY: 1-800-947-3529). LUS CEEV: Yog tias koj hais lus Hmoob, cov kev pab txog lus, muaj kev pab dawb rau koj. Hu rau 1-800-777-4376 (TTY: 1-800-947-3529). H2237_IC2266_M 9/15/2019

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Acting andMindfulness5:30-7:00 pm

Ages 8-13

10-week session$200

Location:

Plymouth UCC,Milwaukee

Acting5:30-7:00 pm

Adults (18+)10-week session

$200

Location: Luther Manor,Wauwatosa

Acting andMovement

5:30-7:00 pm

Ages 13-2210-week session

$200

Location: Jewish

CommunityCenter, Fox Point

www.pinkumbrellatheater.org

Classes startJanuary 21!

Registertoday!

Accessible theater for individuals who identify with a disability.

Musical Theater5:30-7:00 pm

Adults (18+)10-week session

$200

Location: Plymouth UCC,

Milwaukee

12TH ANNUAL

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VISIONWALK

Join your VisionWalk community! Together, we step closer to fighting blindness.

May 17, 2020 • Veteran’s Park at the Lagoon • Milwaukee, WI 9:00 a.m. Registration • 10:30 a.m. Walk Begins

Give.FightingBlindness.org/WisconsinVisionWalk

For more information, contact Steve Sroka at (847) 680-0100 or SSroka@FightingBlindness.org

VisionWalk is a signature fundraising event of the Foundation Fighting Blindness, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.

2020 Wil-O-Way Key Card The Wil-O-Way Key Card is a product of the Milwaukee County Office for Persons with Disabilities and the Wil-O-Way Recreation Program. Membership in the Wil-O-Way Key Card program expands recreational opportunities for persons with disabilities at a reduced or no cost. Yearly Membership runs from January 1st – December 31st ALL communication by EMAIL ONLY!!!

KEY CARD MEMBERSHIP ($25)

KEY CARD MEMBERSHIP ($35)

• Discounted / free ticket offers to Admirals, Bucks, Brewers, Milkmen, & Wave games

• Wil-O-Way Recreation Program Discounts

• Discounted ticket offers to other local / special events

• Monthly emails regarding additional recreational opportunities

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ORGANIZATION:

ADDRESS:

CITY: STATE: ZIP:

DAY PHONE: EVENING PHONE:

DISABILITY:

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MOBILITY DEVICES USED: Wheelchair Scooter Walker Cane

Crutches Long Leg Braces Other

DOCTOR’S NAME: PHONE:

DOCTOR’S ADDRESS:

Checks: Should be made payable to: Milwaukee County Treasurer

Credit Cards: (Please circle appropriate card) MasterCard VISA

Name on Card: Acct. #:

Charge Authorized: $ Exp. Date:

Signature: Sec. Code (3 digits):

Mail: Office for Persons with Disabilities, Wil-O-Way Key Card, 901 N. 9th Street, Room 307-B, Milwaukee, WI 53233 Fax: 414-278-3939 Email: michael.bonk@milwaukeecountywi.gov Questions: Call 414-278-3938

Please Type or Print EMAIL ADDRESS NEEDED!!!

* * * AFTER August 1, 2020* * * ($12)

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