Advocacy

The Dementia Friendly Community Coalition continues to seek action-focused leaders and partners from the community to join our Dementia Coalition to support the community changes necessary for a Dementia Friendly La Crosse County.  

There are many wonderful things happening by dedicated individuals regarding this cause. To continue to build upon these efforts, we would like to bring all parties to the table in a collaborative effort to bring about the greatest impact.

Our mission:  "To build a Dementia-Friendly community through collaborative partnerships that will raise awareness, provide education, and encourage community engagement that will ultimately enhance the quality of life for everyone."

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 For more information or if you are interested in being a part of the steering committee or a task force, please contact current Coalition Chair at kflock@lacrossecounty.org or call 608-386-0767.

La Crosse County Public Health Department

Healthy Brain Initiative

Healthy Brain Initiative Road Map

Healthy Brain Initiative Dissemination Guide

Be part of a global movement that is changing the way people think, act, and talk about dementia to create dementia friendly communities. Become a Dementia Friends Champion and be able to lead your own Dementia Friends information sessions for Dementia Awareness in your community or at your agency.  Contact the ADRC at 608-785-5700 for upcoming sessions or to schedule one for your organization.  

• Dementia Friends WI
• Dementia Friendly Business or Organization Training  (“Purple Angel Training”)

Ombudsman Program

Disability Rights Wisconsin

• Greater Wisconsin Chapter – Alzheimer’s Association
• Wisconsin Dementia State Plan (2024-2028)
• Building Dementia Friendly Communities Tool Kit
• Dementia-Capable Wisconsin

• Alzheimer’s Association
• Alzheimer’s Impact Movement (AIM)
• National Task Group on Intellectual Disabilities and Dementia Practices  (NTG)