Aging and Disability Resource Center of the North - Ashland County

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🎉 TODAY'S THE DAY! The 55+ Health & Wellness Fair is BACK—and bigger and better than ever! 🎉After several years away, we...
08/19/2026

🎉 TODAY'S THE DAY! The 55+ Health & Wellness Fair is BACK—and bigger and better than ever! 🎉

After several years away, we're excited to welcome our community back for this incredible event!

🕙 Today | 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
📍 Bay Area Civic Center & Bretting's Community Center

Join us for:
🩺 FREE health screenings
🎤 Educational presentations
🤝 Community resource booths
🍽️ FREE lunch
🎁 Door prizes & giveaways
💊 Medication disposal with the Ashland County Sheriff's Department

Whether you're looking to improve your health, connect with local resources, or enjoy a fun day with friends and neighbors, there's something for everyone.

The countdown is on—we'll see you in just two hours! 💙

💊 Clean out your medicine cabinet and join us at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair!The Ashland County Sheriff's Department ...
08/18/2026

💊 Clean out your medicine cabinet and join us at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair!

The Ashland County Sheriff's Department will be on-site August 19 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Bay Area Civic Center & Bretting's Community Center collecting unused and expired medications for safe disposal.

Before you bring your medications:
✔️ Black out your name on the label.
✔️ Leave the medication information visible.
✔️ Drop them off with the officer on site.

It's a simple way to keep your home and community safe while enjoying all the free resources, health screenings, presentations, food, and prizes at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair! 💙

🎤 Join us at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair for a full lineup of FREE educational presentations!📍 Bretting's Center Game...
08/18/2026

🎤 Join us at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair for a full lineup of FREE educational presentations!

📍 Bretting's Center Game Room
🗓️ Wednesday, August 19 | 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Presentation Schedule:
🧠 10:15 a.m. – Dementia Live® with Colleen Brewer, ADRC-North Dementia Care Specialist
📜 11:30 a.m. – Estate Planning with Attorney Ryan Long
🛡️ 1:00 p.m. – Common Scams & Fraud Targeting Seniors with Jeff Kersten, Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection

Come for the presentations, stay for the free health screenings, community resources, lunch, prizes, and more! We look forward to seeing you there!

💪 Stay Strong. Stay Steady. Stay Independent!Visit the Aspirus Health Physical Therapy team at the 55+ Health & Wellness...
08/17/2026

💪 Stay Strong. Stay Steady. Stay Independent!

Visit the Aspirus Health Physical Therapy team at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair on August 19 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. in the Bretting Center Gym!

Receive FREE, quick screenings to help you assess your strength, balance, and fall risk, including:
✔️ Fall Risk Assessment
✔️ 30-Second Sit-to-Stand Test
✔️ Grip Strength
✔️ Balance Assessment

Take a few minutes to learn more about your health and discover simple ways to stay active, safe, and independent. We look forward to seeing you there! 💙

📜 Join us at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair!Don't miss Attorney Ryan Long of Sturgul & Long, S.C. as he presents Estate ...
08/17/2026

📜 Join us at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair!

Don't miss Attorney Ryan Long of Sturgul & Long, S.C. as he presents Estate Planning on August 19 at 11:30 a.m. in the Bretting's Center Game Room.

Learn the essentials of estate planning, including wills, powers of attorney, trusts, probate avoidance, and planning for long-term care. This free presentation is one of many educational opportunities available at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair!

🛡️ Join us at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair!Don't miss Jeff Kersten from the Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection as...
08/14/2026

🛡️ Join us at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair!

Don't miss Jeff Kersten from the Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection as he presents Common Scams & Fraud Targeting Seniors on August 19 at 1:00 p.m. in the Bretting's Center Game Room.

Learn how to recognize common scams, identify warning signs, and protect yourself and your loved ones. This free presentation is just one of the many great educational opportunities available at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair!

🧠 Step into the world of dementia with Dementia Live®!Join Colleen Brewer, ADRC-North Dementia Care Specialist, on Augus...
08/13/2026

🧠 Step into the world of dementia with Dementia Live®!

Join Colleen Brewer, ADRC-North Dementia Care Specialist, on August 19 at 10:15 a.m. in the Bretting's Center Game Room for this powerful, hands-on experience that builds empathy and understanding for those living with dementia.

Don't miss this free presentation at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair! 💜

🌟 Meet Rachel Dawson, PT! 🌟Join us at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair on August 19 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. to meet Rachel fro...
08/12/2026

🌟 Meet Rachel Dawson, PT! 🌟

Join us at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair on August 19 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. to meet Rachel from Aspirus Ashland Clinic Physical Therapy!

Rachel will be offering a FREE Timed Up & Go evaluation, a simple screening that assesses mobility, balance, walking ability, and fall risk.

Her tip? 💬 Practice standing up from a chair without using your hands—10 repetitions, 3 times a day—to help build strength and maintain your independence.

Visit us at the Bay Area Civic Center & Bretting's Community Center for free screenings, health resources, and a day dedicated to healthy aging! ❤️

🌟 Meet Jacey Janz Vernoski, PT, DPT! 🌟Join us at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair on August 19 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. to meet...
08/11/2026

🌟 Meet Jacey Janz Vernoski, PT, DPT! 🌟

Join us at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair on August 19 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. to meet Jacey from Aspirus Ashland Clinic Physical Therapy!

Jacey will be offering a FREE 30-second Sit-to-Stand Test, a quick screening that evaluates lower body strength, balance, endurance, and fall risk.

Her advice? 💬 "Exercise is one of the most effective ways to maintain independence as you age!"

Visit us at the Bay Area Civic Center & Bretting's Community Center for free screenings, community resources, and a day focused on healthy aging! 💚

🌟 Meet Ashley Naas, PT! 🌟Join us at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair on August 19 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. to meet Ashley from ...
08/10/2026

🌟 Meet Ashley Naas, PT! 🌟

Join us at the 55+ Health & Wellness Fair on August 19 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. to meet Ashley from Aspirus Ashland Clinic Physical Therapy!

Ashley will be providing FREE single-leg stance evaluations, a quick balance screening that can help identify fall risk and predict future falls.

Her advice? 💬 "If you don't use it, you lose it."

Stop by the Bay Area Civic Center & Bretting's Community Center to meet Ashley and explore all the free health resources, screenings, and community information available! 💙

Address

630 Sanborn Avenue
Ashland, WI
54806

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

(866) 663-3607

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