Organization Policies
Non-Resident Fees
If you do not pay taxes to DeForest, Windsor, or Vienna, there is a non-resident fee. It is $30 per year for participating in anything at the Center. There is an additional cost of $20 per year for use of the fitness room and $20 per year for use of the billiards room (each fee can be prorated).
RSVP Medical Rides
This program provides transportation to medical appointments within Dane County for those 60 over. Those eligible must reside in their own homes, have no other transportation available, and cannot be on a long-term care program, such as Medicaid or Care WI. Please allow at least 3 days advance notice.
In-town Bus/Van Rides – Transit
We have a schedule for in-town shopping that you will find in our monthly newsletter.
Please contact us as soon as you know where you would like to go. We cannot accept reservations the day of.
If eligible, transportation can also be scheduled to and from the center for lunches or other events and activities, as well as to the restaurant on Wednesdays.
Lunch
You can join us for lunch Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. It is a suggested donation of $4.50 for anyone above age 60. Reservations are required, as our meals are catered in. Please call anytime to reserve your meal, but at least before noon the business day before you would like to eat.
On most Wednesdays, you can join us at the DeForest Family Restaurant between 10am and 1pm for our ‘My Meal My Way’ program. Anyone age 60 or above can eat off a select menu for a suggested donation of $4.50.
Loan Closet
We have Durable Medical Equipment available for you to check out on a needed basis.
We also accept donations. Please make sure items are in working order. We do not accept open/used personal items. If possible, please call ahead before bringing items.
Exercise Room
We have exercise equipment for your use. Please no street shoes, and make sure to wipe down equipment after use. Disinfectant wipes are provided.
Community Room Rental
The Center offers a smoke, alcohol and drug free environment. Our large community room is available to rent for special events. Tables and chairs are provided for your event, as well as use of our kitchenette.
Our Newsletter – the SCOOP
The Scoop is filled with everything we offer and is a monthly publication. It can be
found on the Home page of our website. You can also stop by and grab one each month or request to have one emailed to you. If you would like it mailed to you via the postal service, it is an annual cost of $12 ($1 an issue).
Main Phone number – 608-846-9469
Fax Number – 608-846-2621
Physical Address: 505 N Main St, DeForest, WI 53532
Center Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm
Website: https://deforestcenter.org
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/deforestcenter
We are an all-inclusive community center. Harassment and/or discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, political ideology, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and or local law is not permitted.