News & Updates

 
 
Full time office position available in Superior, WI working for a non-profit agency--Senior Connections, 715-394-3611.
 
 
 
Do you like to sing in the shower?
Consider singing in the Community Choir for a change of pace. For more information you may call or email Beth at the ADRC in Superior, 715-395-1322, beth.christman@douglascountywi.org
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Here is the link to the LiveWell free VIRTUAL storytelling activities.
https://livewellnorthernwi.org/calendar

FUTURE VIRTUAL TOPICS ARE:
• Holiday Tales & Traditions - December 17, 1-2:30
• Pivotal Life Moments - January 14, 1-2:30
• Gratitude - February 18, 1-2:30
• 8-Year Old You - March 18, 1-2:30
 
 
 
**Local 11 Golf Classic** ⛳️ ⛳️
UA Local 11 Plumbers, Steamfitters, Pipefitters of Northern Wisconsin & Northern Minnesota raised $8,700 for Senior Connections Meals on Wheels Program at their golf tournament! Pictured are three of the generous golfers/members of UA Local 11 and Dale Johnson Exec Director of Senior Connections.
**Chartered by the United Association on February 7, 1890, UA Local 11 has served Northern Minnesota and Northern Wisconsin for 130 years. They train plumbers and steamfitters in two zones that include Duluth, Superior, and Detroit Lakes, MN**
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE AT UA LOCAL 11 PLUMBERS, STEAMFITTERS, PIPEFITTERS FOR SUPPORTING THE AGING OF OUR COMMUNITY!
 
 
 
 
CAMPUS CAFE 
No reservations needed! Suggested donation of $10.00 for those 60 years of age & older (spouse included) Suggested donation of $14.00 for those under 60 years of age.
Monday through Friday from 4:30pm to 6pm at the University of Wisconsin-Superior Yellowjacket Union, 1605 Catlin Avenue.
 
 

 

 

 

 

   

The annual SENIOR PICNIC was a full house of 200 guests--thank you to all who attended! Many thanks to the following supportive businesses, residents of Superior/Douglas County & volunteers for helping to make the 2025 Senior Picnic a fun afternoon!
Randy & Jane Martinson for donating the ice cream cups!!
Our wonderful volunteers--Kim, Stacey, and Emily from Dove Healthcare, Kerstyn Hendricks, and Cindy West from National Bank of Commerce, Stacie Buchanan from ADRC of Douglas County, WI Kathy Schulties, Denise Kovaleski, Ron Leino, and Kay Johnson.
50/50 raffle raised $362.00 for our Companion Pet Program.
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
 
From the entire staff at Senior Connections, we'd like to give a big thank you to everyone that visited us at our annual Superior Farmers Market Cook-Out yesterday. Whether you made a purchase, donation, or simply stopped by to say hello--- thanks to you we raised $648.00 for our Companion Pet Program which helps Douglas County, WI Meals on Wheels recipients! Many thanks to Luann Teige, and our board members Denise Kovaleski, Cindy West of National Bank of Commerce, Ron Leino, Kay Johnson, Kathy Schulties for volunteering at the cook-out. Luann, Denise, and Kay provided the desserts, thank you! ~Our Executive Director Dale Johnson was at the helm grilling for you...excellent!~
Many thanks to the Superior Downtown Farmers Market, Super One Foods, and Pam VanKampen for your support!
 
 
 
 
 
 
*Be a Meals on Wheels HERO & Help the Aging of our Community*
We have one part time opening on the Superior Meals on Wheels route. You would work Monday through Friday from approximately 10am to 12:15pm. $14.70 per hour.
The Nutrition Driver reports to the Nutrition Director and is responsible for the timely delivery of meals to seniors throughout the community Monday-Friday generally from 10am-12:15pm.
Education/Experience
• Must have a high school diploma
• Must have valid driver’s license with a clean driving history.
Skills
• Ability to drive a vehicle (provided).
• Ability to learn a route and follow directions.
• Ability to minimally interact with seniors in their homes while delivering meals.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients and coworkers.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to maintain an accurate log.
Duties and Responsibilities
Listed below are examples of duties and areas of responsibilities for this position. The listing below does not include all responsibilities or challenges that present themselves in this position.
• Load and unload meals and coolers at the beginning and end of shifts.
• Ensure the proper delivery of meals to seniors in their homes.
• Collect donations from participants and write receipts.
• Assist in other areas when needed.
Interested candidates are encouraged to fill out an application in person at Senior Connections, 1805 N. 16th Street during regular business hours (Mon-Fri 8-4:30). Any questions call 715-394-3611.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Please call the Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) at 715-395-1234 to schedule your free memory & brain health screening. Screenings will be held at the Superior YMCA.
 
 
 
 
     
 
 
 
Senior Connections has a variety of FREE incontinence products available for residents of Douglas County, Wisconsin.
 
 
 
 
FREE Caregiver Training and Resources at: https://wisconsincaregiver.trualta.com