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Dementia Friendly Community  Walworth piloted nearly 3,000 rides in 2024 through its popular Cycling Without Age program. Learn more about DFCI in this Community State Bank story!

UNION GROVE – Dementia is a brain disorder that can arrive in many forms and affect those surrounded by it in a variety of ways. Understanding the disease can often be one of its biggest challenges. “Most people don’t realize how many people are walking around with dementia,” said Bernadette Russow, President of Dementia Friendly Community Initiative (DFCI) – Walworth County. “They forget that people with dementia work, travel, shop … you name it. The general public doesn’t know this.”… Read More »Dementia Friendly Community  Walworth piloted nearly 3,000 rides in 2024 through its popular Cycling Without Age program. Learn more about DFCI in this Community State Bank story!

Cycling Without Age – Ride Schedule

Don’t miss your chance for these fun rides from April – October (Weather Permitting) To help explain what we do a little better we have 2 videos. One about our cause can be viewed at: https://vimeo.com/326340393 and a second short video about our program can be viewed at: https://vimeo.com/778228928 The Public is Invited to the Following Programs: THE RIDES ARE PROVIDED FREE! RESERVATIONS ARE NEEDED.

Cycling Without Age connects seniors to community through cycling

By: Adriana Mendez Posted at 6:07 AM, Aug 25, 2023 and last updated 7:11 AM, Aug 25, 2023 Watch video here BURLINGTON, Wis. — Nonprofit organization Dementia Friendly Community Initiative of Walworth County is bringing smiles, stories, and a sense of connection to seniors through its program Cycling Without Age. The program, which originated in Denmark, combines the joy of the outdoors with the nostalgia of cycling. The organization was founded by Eric Russow and his wife Bernadette and provides mobility, socialization, and… Read More »Cycling Without Age connects seniors to community through cycling

Cycling Without Age – Pilot Training

Volunteer as a Pilot, Serve Your Community Learn how to pilot trishaws in our community so older adults can enjoy the fun of getting out for a bike ride. Volunteers spread and share their joy of life with warmth and charm. Pilots, as the trishaw volunteers are known, will spark fellow riders interest, connect with them in heart and mind, and initiate delightful bonding between generations. •Bring your personality and positive attitude Enjoy the outdoors Work with seniors & adults… Read More »Cycling Without Age – Pilot Training