Society's Assets

11/03/2025

A sneak peek of a film project with our community partners, board members, staff, and consumers. Pictured in front of the green screen is Nikki Payne, Chief Community Engagement Specialist at Southeast Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission. Filming took place today inside The Hub Digital Media Lab at the Southwest Library in Kenosha, WI. Look for more to come on this fun project!

10/29/2025

“Our application process focuses on more than academics,” said Donna Menarek, Director of Marketing and Development. “We look at how students overcome adversity—how they navigate and persist through educational barriers.”

The scholarship fund relies on community support—raffles, silent auctions, donations, and sponsors—to ensure these students get the boost they deserve. “Wispact’s dollars are very well spent,” said Gilliland. “Our students are resilient, talented, and working hard to make a difference.”

Society’s Assets welcomes community members to join their efforts. Whether through attending the June fundraiser, volunteering on a committee, or donating to the scholarship fund, every action helps open doors for future scholars. To learn more or contribute, visit www.societysassets.org.

Since its founding in 1974, Society’s Assets has been a beacon of independence and opportunity for people with disabilities across southeastern Wisconsin. What began as a grassroots movement by individuals determined to live fuller lives has grown into a comprehensive nonprofit serving five counti...

10/27/2025

Join us in a day of celebration to honor the service and sacrifice of those who have served in the U.S. military. Doors will open at 8:30 a.m. Breakfast will be served, compliments of Piasecki Funeral Home. Society's Assets will be a participating vendor for the 3rd year in a row. Stop by our table to learn about resources available to people with disabilities, any age, any disability.

10/24/2025

10/23/2025

This event is designed to provide a fun and accessible experience for kids with disabilities, but it’s open to everyone. Join us as we come together to share resources, information, and candy with local families!

Co-Hosted by: Tender Touch, Sozo Chiropractic & Koos for Kids Community Partners: Medical Support Services, Miller Motor Sales, Kerber Smiles. Supporting Sponsors: Motivated Learners LLC!

Date: Saturday, October 25th
Time: 12:30–2:30 PM
Location: 3700 Washington Rd, Kenosha, WI 53144

10/20/2025

Staff members Tami and Kalli stand with some of the graduates of the Taking Care of You class series. The class met weekly to learn to manage life's challenges in a healthy way. The class also taught healthy ways to take better care of one's self physically and mentally. Thank you to both the Kenosha Chamber of Commerce for use of the conference room and to the Kenosha Women's Network for providing a grant to teach the series.

10/15/2025

October 15 is White Cane Safety Day, a time to raise awareness about state White Cane Laws across the country. White Cane Safety Day takes place during National Pedestrian Safety Month, recognized throughout October. For many people who are blind or low vision, a white cane is a critical tool for moving safely around their home, neighborhood and community.

White Cane Policy - Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired - Free White cane for people who are low vision or blind. Refer any of your family or consumers to Tami for more information.

History of the Law: 1977 c. 302; 2005 a. 354.
WI Stat. §346.26 Blind pedestrian on highway.

(1) An operator of a vehicle shall stop the vehicle before approaching closer than 10 feet to a pedestrian who is carrying a cane or walking stick which is white in color or white trimmed with red and which is held in an extended or raised position or who is using a service animal, as defined in §106.52(1)(fm), and shall take such precautions as may be necessary to avoid accident or injury to the pedestrian. The fact that the pedestrian may be violating any of the laws applicable to pedestrians does not relieve the operator of a vehicle from the duties imposed by this subsection.

(2) Nothing in this section shall be construed to deprive any totally or partially blind person not carrying the white or the red and white cane or walking stick or not using a service animal, as defined in §106.52(1)(fm), of the rights of other pedestrians crossing highways, nor shall the failure of such totally or partially blind pedestrian to carry such cane or walking stick or to use a service animal be evidence of any negligence.

(3) No person who is not totally or partially blind shall carry or use on any street, highway or other public place any cane or walking stick which is white in color, or white trimmed with red.

For additional information, call Tami at Society's Assets 262-619-3612.

10/10/2025

This “Celebrating Value and Talent” video showcases the important ways people with disabilities contribute to America’s workforce and economy. Produced in honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month and America’s 250th anniversary, it reminds us that America works best when everybody works.

This “Celebrating Value and Talent” video showcases the important ways people with disabilities contribute to America’s workforce and economy. Produced in ho...

10/08/2025

Join us at Hospice Alliance's annual Serving Our Seniors Expo tomorrow, October 9 at Gateway Technical College - Kenosha Campus! Doors open at 9:00am and the event concludes at 12:00pm.

Look forward to over fifty local senior service businesses coming together in support of Hospice Alliance and our community. Interested members of the area are encouraged to come visit the many booths with helpful information and goodies, and leave with a better understanding of the services available to our senior residents. First 200 attendees will receive a free tote bag. Free COVID-19 and Flu vaccines. Attendees will get their chance to win one of our signature Hospice Alliance Lottery Trees. There is no cost to attend.

10/07/2025

WisTech is Wisconsin's assistive technology program funded under the AT Act of 1998. WisTech provides information on selecting, funding, and using assistive technology.

Assistive technology is any item, device, or piece of equipment used to maintain or improve the functionality of people with disabilities, allowing them to be more independent in education, employment, recreation, and daily living activities. Assistive technology includes the services necessary to get and use the devices, including assessment, customization, repair, and training.

For more information on how to utilize our Loan Closet (Supported by WisTech), call Society's Assets at 800-378-9128.

10/07/2025

Sunday, October 5, was World Teacher’s Day, a time to recognize and celebrate educators who open doors through knowledge and inclusion—like Elisha Zuaro, a dedicated literacy specialist who is empowering students through literacy, especially Braille literacy.

A proud graduate of the Alabama School for the Blind, Elisha went on to earn her bachelor’s in elementary education from Jacksonville State University and a master’s in education from Vanderbilt University, specializing in teaching children who are visually impaired.

Now serving as a literacy specialist for grades 6–12 at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, Elisha is also the secretary of the American Association of Blind Teachers, an ACB special interest affiliate.

Thank you, Elisha, and all teachers who make learning accessible and empowering for every student.

Learn more about the American Association of Blind Teachers: blindteachers.net

Pictured is Elisha standing on a walking trail along a river. She’s holding the railing with one hand and her white cane in the other, smiling warmly at the camera.