In accordance with federal law and the U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of
race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

To file a complaint of discrimination, write:  USDA Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Ave.
SW, Washington, DC 29250-9410; or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
In-Home Care Services - Caring People
Helping You Help Yourself

I
s it getting a little harder to push that vacuum around?  
Do you hurt for days afterward when you do?
Are your laundry facilities hard to get to?
Is safety an issue when you are bathing yourself?
Are you over 18 and disabled or over 60 years old?

We may be able to help you stay independent and in your own home. These are among the many
services that we offer: cleaning, bathing, personal care, some chore services.

Our services are:
Provided on a weekly, semi-weekly, or other basis depending on individual needs
On a sliding fee schedule making them very affordable
Set up and monitored by a case manager
Provided by a certified nurse assistant
Billed to clients monthly.

Douglas Senior Center will work together to help you.

Contact:  Bernie Davis, LPN, 358-4348.
Dream Catcher Adult Day Care Center - We Have Time for You
Providing adults a protective environment during the day away from home, ensuring activities
and services in a safe and comfortable environment.
Hours:  Monday - Friday,  8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Cost:  Based on an assessment once a request for services
is received by the care center.

Activities:  Craft-making, educational projects, readings,
physical fitness, fun with friends, health care, visiting nurse,
nutritious lunch and more.

Goals:  To provide respite care, support and education to
families and/or other care  providers.
To maintain an individual's present level of functioning.
To foster socialization and peer interaction.
To provide an alternative setting that will enable a person to
remain at home for as long as possible, preventing premature
institutionalization.

Contact:  Bernie Davis, LPN ACC  358-4348            
Family Caregiver Support Program
Did you know that an estimated 80% of all care provided to
older adults is provided by family members? The Family
Caregiver Support Program provides information,
assistance, referral, training, support groups, temporary
respite services and some supplemental services to our
community.

By providing support and resources to caregivers, our
goal is to help relieve the pressures and stress of caring
for a loved one, in turn making it possible for the
caregiver to keep their loved one in their own home and
community for as long as possible
.

Please call or Bernie Davis for more information, 358-4348.
Transportation:  Available to the general public for appointments, Senior Center noon  
                         meals, monthly Casper trip and special events
Hours:  Monday - Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Cost: Round/Trip Suggested Donation
    Senior Fares:
*Within Douglas $2.00, $1.00 each additional stop
*Under 5 miles $3.00
*5 to 10 miles $5.00
Fees for general public follow the same scale
payment.  Payment for General Public is due
when you board the bus.  You must have the
correct fare.  
Monthly Bus Pass:  Unlimited Rides $35.00
Monthly Family Pass:  Unlimited rides $50.00
(Passes good within city limits only)
Punch cards:  $20.00 for 20 1 way trips within city limits.  

Particulars: Schedule a Day in Advance
by 3:30pm.  Same day emergency medical rides
will be allowed.  Last call for pick-ups must be by 4:30pm
The bus may arrive 15 minutes before or 15 minutes later than time scheduled for pick-up.
 
It is your responsibility to watch for the bus and be ready when the bus arrives.  If you are
not ready when the bus arrives and the Drivers have to leave for the next client, call and
reschedule your appointment.  If special assistance is required inform the office upon
scheduling.  
You must provide car seats for children
Contact:  Trish Harrison, Transportation Manager 358-3112
Information, Assistance, Social Activities - 358-4348 for more info
Blood Pressure Clinics:  Senior Center, Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 11am - Noon.
Irwin Towers, Tuesday, 10am.

Visual Aid Support Group: 3rd Monday of each month, 12:30pm.

Wellness Breakfasts - Learn how to stay well:
4th Thursday of each month, 9 am, please call to sign up.

Exercise Classes:
Strong Bones Exercise Class: Tuesday & Thursday @ 11:00am taught by
a Certified Physical Therapist

Low Impact Aerobic, Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 10am - 11am.
Sit-down Exercise, Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 11:05am - 11:35am.

Fitness Room: Use of equipment, Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm.

Pool: Regulation pool tables, during senior center hours.
Also Wednesday, Friday & Sunday nights.

Music Jam/Dance Sessions: Wednesday, 7pm, all musically-inclined people welcome to play.

Games to Play: Bridge, Thursday afternoons;
Pinochle, Wednesday afternoons;  
Scrabble, Tuesday afternoons.
Supermarket Bingo, Friday afternoons

Computer: Available with Internet and staff assistance,
Monday - Friday during center hours.

Dances: 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Community Based in Home Services: Certified nurse assistant, case management, skilled                 
                                                 nursing visits.

Building Rental: For special events call the Center to make arrangements.
Services at the Douglas Senior Center
Douglas Senior Center
340 1st Street West
Douglas, WY 82633
307-358-4348
Fax: 307-358-3399
DouglasSeniors.com