NCOA's information on senior centers and the National Institute of Senior Centers. Built for active older adults, retirees, and seniors at risk of isolation looking for community, classes, fitness, or volunteer work. Volunteer programs (AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP, Foster Grandparent, Senior Companion) include modest stipends in some cases. Most senior centers serve a
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Educational adventures for adults 50+ in 150 countries — formerly Elderhostel. Built for active older adults, retirees, and seniors at risk of isolation looking for community, classes, fitness, or volunteer work. Adult day programs offer 4-8 hour days with activities, meals, and supervision — often Medicaid-covered for those who qualify. Most senior centers serve a -5 suggested-donation lunch and treat the meal as a social anchor for the day. Free, confidential, and available to any Wisconsin...
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Promotes successful aging through lifelong learning, healthy living, and volunteer engagement. A starting point for caregivers needing to get the senior out of the house for adult day care or peer connection. Senior centers welcome drop-ins for tours, meals, and classes; most ask only a one-time membership form ($0-25/year). Social isolation has the health impact of smoking 15 cigarettes a day — these aren't optional add-ons, they're medicine. Free service; donations support but never gate access.
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OLLI — university-based learning communities for adults 50+ at 125+ campuses. Built for active older adults, retirees, and seniors at risk of isolation looking for community, classes, fitness, or volunteer work. Adult day programs offer 4-8 hour days with activities, meals, and supervision — often Medicaid-covered for those who qualify. Social isolation has the health impact of smoking 15 cigarettes a day — these aren't optional add-ons, they're medicine. Free, confidential, and available to any...
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Fitness program included in many Medicare Advantage plans. Gym access and senior classes. Built for active older adults, retirees, and seniors at risk of isolation looking for community, classes, fitness, or volunteer work. Adult day programs offer 4-8 hour days with activities, meals, and supervision — often Medicaid-covered for those who qualify. Social isolation has the health impact of smoking 15 cigarettes a day — these aren't optional add-ons, they're medicine. Free service; donations support...
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UnitedHealthcare's senior fitness program, included in many Medicare plans. Useful for seniors who've lost a spouse, retired recently, or moved to a new city and need new community. Many senior centers offer transportation; ask about pickup zone and schedule when calling. SilverSneakers is included free in most Medicare Advantage plans and covers thousands of gyms nationwide. Free, confidential, and available to any Wisconsin resident who needs the information.
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Promotes intergenerational programs that bring older and younger people together. Built for active older adults, retirees, and seniors at risk of isolation looking for community, classes, fitness, or volunteer work. Many senior centers offer transportation; ask about pickup zone and schedule when calling. Most senior centers serve a -5 suggested-donation lunch and treat the meal as a social anchor for the day. Open at no cost to Wisconsin seniors and the families supporting them.
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Online courses and tools to help adults 50+ learn new skills. A starting point for caregivers needing to get the senior out of the house for adult day care or peer connection. Adult day programs offer 4-8 hour days with activities, meals, and supervision — often Medicaid-covered for those who qualify. Encore careers and "unretirement" programs help retired seniors return to meaningful work or volunteering aligned with their skills. All services free of charge to qualifying seniors and family caregivers.
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NSGA — biennial Senior Games for athletes 50+ in over 20 sports. Worth contacting for any senior who wants to learn something new — language, technology, art, history, dance — at low or no cost. Senior centers welcome drop-ins for tours, meals, and classes; most ask only a one-time membership form ($0-25/year). Most senior centers serve a -5 suggested-donation lunch and treat the meal as a social anchor for the day. All services free of charge to qualifying seniors and family caregivers.
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Promotes encore careers and social purpose work in the second half of life. A starting point for caregivers needing to get the senior out of the house for adult day care or peer connection. Adult day programs offer 4-8 hour days with activities, meals, and supervision — often Medicaid-covered for those who qualify. Encore careers and "unretirement" programs help retired seniors return to meaningful work or volunteering aligned with their skills. All services free of charge to qualifying seniors and...
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Senior-focused tech training and online community by Older Adults Technology Services (OATS). Worth contacting for any senior who wants to learn something new — language, technology, art, history, dance — at low or no cost. Online classes (Senior Planet, GetSetUp, AARP) cover technology, fitness, and topics on demand — many are free. SilverSneakers is included free in most Medicare Advantage plans and covers thousands of gyms nationwide. Open at no cost to Wisconsin seniors and the families supporting...
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Volunteer program that makes blankets for children — popular among senior crafters. Built for active older adults, retirees, and seniors at risk of isolation looking for community, classes, fitness, or volunteer work. Volunteer programs (AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP, Foster Grandparent, Senior Companion) include modest stipends in some cases. Most senior centers serve a -5 suggested-donation lunch and treat the meal as a social anchor for the day. Open at no cost to Wisconsin seniors and the families...
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Find local volunteer opportunities — many tailored for older adults. Relevant for veterans, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ seniors looking for affinity-based community groups. Online classes (Senior Planet, GetSetUp, AARP) cover technology, fitness, and topics on demand — many are free. Social isolation has the health impact of smoking 15 cigarettes a day — these aren't optional add-ons, they're medicine. Free service; donations support but never gate access.
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Find Wisconsin senior centers through the Eldercare Locator. Meals, activities, socialization. Built for active older adults, retirees, and seniors at risk of isolation looking for community, classes, fitness, or volunteer work. Senior centers welcome drop-ins for tours, meals, and classes; most ask only a one-time membership form ($0-25/year). Social isolation has the health impact of smoking 15 cigarettes a day — these aren't optional add-ons, they're medicine. Open at no cost to Wisconsin seniors...
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AARP's Wisconsin state office. Programs, advocacy, and member benefits for adults 50+. Relevant for veterans, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ seniors looking for affinity-based community groups. Adult day programs offer 4-8 hour days with activities, meals, and supervision — often Medicaid-covered for those who qualify. Most senior centers serve a -5 suggested-donation lunch and treat the meal as a social anchor for the day. Free of charge — no eligibility paperwork required to call or browse.
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Volunteer opportunities for adults 55+ in Wisconsin through AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP. Relevant for veterans, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ seniors looking for affinity-based community groups. Online classes (Senior Planet, GetSetUp, AARP) cover technology, fitness, and topics on demand — many are free. Encore careers and "unretirement" programs help retired seniors return to meaningful work or volunteering aligned with their skills. No cost to older adults or the people helping them.
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