Grafitti ain't just for the young. Read the article to learn more about how older German citizens are mastering the art of the spray can.

http://www.spiegel.de/international/0,1518,778978,00.html

I recently posted a variety of Public Forums, here at: www.wisconsin-iris.com/events IRIS is also hosting a variety of their own listening sessions around the State. 

All of these events provide YOU an opportunity to voice your experiences, vision, or opinions and advocate for improved services.  People can also share positive experiences.  I hope that you take advantage of these opportunities.

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Thank you to all the people that participated in the IRIS Participant and Family Meetings, which were held in Hayward, Eau Claire, and Appleton. The honest feedback you continue to provide helps guide improvements at the IRIS Consultant Agency. Over the next few weeks we will be hosting additional meetings throughout the state. Visit the Events page for the locations, dates, and times. 

We look forward to…

The University of Wisconsin–Washington County offers free admission to the one hour lecture series Wednesday evenings at 6:30 PM, Room 305. The address, 400 University Drive, West Bend, WI 53095.

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As I prepare for my upcoming vacation, I realized how comfortable I have become with traveling. I encourage anyone to embark on an adventure of their own. Traveling may seem intimidating for some people, especially if there are additional considerations.

I found a website that offers a wealth of information and communities for people with disabilities traveling. http://www.disabledtravelers.com/ This site provides people with direction…

Father Christopher Klusman preaches at a south Milwaukee church. He is profoundly deaf and performs services in American Sign Language. "I want to be a bridge, to bring deaf people and hearing people together," said Klusman.

Follow the link to learn more about his efforts to address the spiritual needs of his community .

http://www.jsonline.com/features/religion/127716843.html

SoSiab Care, a personal care agency, focuses both the physical and cultural needs of its clients. Follow the link below to learn more about how this agency specializes in culturally relevent care.

http://host.madison.com/wsj/news/local/health_med_fit/article_10e23392-c5b8-11e0-9894-001cc4c002e0.html

Over the past few months, IRIS has developed new systems in the Service Center to speed

Individual Support and Service plans through processing more quickly.

These improvements are a direct result of feedback from IRIS Staff and IRIS Participants

and families. We hope that you continue to offer…

Sensei Keiko Fukuda achieved her dream and joined an elite group of Judo Masters. Her achievement comes after a long, difficult struggle against gender discrimination. Read more about her amazing story at the link below.

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=%2Fc%2Fa%2F2011%2F08%2F06%2FDD181KHUV0.DTL

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services launched a new quality finder tool at Medicare.gov. This new feature allows people to compare the quality of a variety of services such as home care, dialysis, hospitals and physicians.  Check it out: http://www.medicare.gov/quality-care-finder/index.html

Do I need to register for this website?

Now that you have visited the new IRIS webpage for the first time, you will have to register to access some areas of the website. To register, follow the directions below. (IRIS staff should use their "Wisconsin-IRIS.com" email address when registering.)

1. Click on the “Main” link at the top of the page.
2. On the right side of the homepage click the block that…

We're all busy writing plans, filing, meeting deadlines, checking the right boxes, and updating the right form, but when was the last time you took some time for yourself? If you are looking for a great weekend getaway that doesn't cost a paycheck or two, consider Richfield Days in downtown Richfield, Wisconsin.  It has a lot to offer close to home. Join in the country fun Friday August 26th with Schwai's Fish Fry 4-8 PM, visit the Silent Auction, or enjoy the Music on the Move bounce house…

Actor Mickey Rooney was a victim of elder abuse. Read the article below to learn more about how elder financial abuse is a growing concern in the United States.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/08/01/without-state-protection-_n_915613.html

You can run up a hundred ladders and you are eventually bound to fall.

But if you choose your ladder,

Take each rung with a dilberate and intentional step

You will soon find yourself at the top looking down to see how far you have come.

We are only as good as the efforts we put into our…

The latest census shows that the number of centenarians doubled over the last twenty years. Read the article below to learn about one woman's life story.

http://host.madison.com/ct/news/local/govt-and-politics/city-hall/article_834df34a-bb12-11e0-9841-001cc4c03286.html