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A Bridge to Independence
Dorothy is an 86- year old enrollee in Family Care. In April 2006 she was admitted to a nursing home for rehab services after surgery. Her Family Care team even though she constantly expressed her desire to do so. She remained in the nursing home for a year until she contacted DRW who assisted her to get services to move back to her apartment. Now Dorothy once again has her independence. Disability Rights Wisconsin, Inc., statewide.
A Bridge to a New Future
David had a multitude of family law issues regarding his children when he was released from prison. The Portage County Legal Aid Society contract attorney was able to resolve the problems and win placement of his daughter for approximately 60% of the time. She is the light of David’s life and he has stayed out of legal trouble for the last two years. Portage County Legal Aid Society, Portage County.
A Bridge to Peace
John, who developed AIDS, was given a prognosis of only a few weeks to live. He needed help planning his small estate and couldn’t afford an attorney. An AIDS Network staff attorney met with him in his small apartment, discussed his options with him, and helped him to complete his needed documents, including a will. John and his family were relieved to have his estate planning in place, as it enabled them to focus on John’s health and invaluable time. AIDS Network, South Central Wisconsin.
A Bridge to Survival
Sally was shot in the head by her husband before he shot and killed himself. Miraculously, Sally survived, albeit with serious neurological damage. Her brother and sister-in-law sought CASDA’s assistance to secure guardianship of Sally and her children. CASDA was able secure the guardianship and also assist with name change and probate matters, as the shooter’s creditors were pursuing the family’ finances. Happily, while Sally still needs significant assistance, she has made an amazing recovery and her children still have their mother. The family could not have afforded private legal representation and with CASDA’s assistance, they avoided financial ruin. Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse, Douglas, Bayfield
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