Saturday, May 2 at 10:30 AM
The Memory Cafe is a friendly meeting place for adults living with mild cognitive impairment or dementia, and their care partners, where they can relax, have fun, and meet others. A diagnosis of dementia is not required to attend.
What To Expect:
- A welcoming place for individuals living with memory changes and their family and friends.
- Meaningful connections through games, movement, crafts, snacks, and more!
Meetings will take place at the library on the first Saturday of each month.
What Is a Memory Cafe?
- A social gathering where individuals living with dementia and their care partners can share enjoyable experiences.
- Structured to support and engage individuals with a range of cognitive abilities by focusing on the participants strengths and interests.
- Managed by volunteers, and based on the characteristics and needs of the community it serves.
- A program that strives to be welcoming, inclusive, accessible, supportive, and safe to participants with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- A friendly meeting place for adults living with mild cognitive impairment or dementia, and their care partners, where they can relax, have fun, and meet others. A diagnosis of dementia is not required to attend.
- Free of charge, or open to those who cannot afford a fee.
Please bear in mind that a Memory Cafe Is NOT:
- A facilitated support group, workshop, seminar, or lecture.
- A drop off respite program.
- Responsible for providing personal care or other assistance.
- A marketing opportunity for a commercial enterprise.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Do participants need to acknowledge that they have dementia?
A: No. Participants will not be asked if they have a diagnosis. the environment is geared to the comfort and success of people with a wide range of cognitive capacities.
Q: What disease stage is the Memory Cafe geared toward?
A: The Memory Cafe is appropriate for anyone who enjoys being with a group of people, can negotiate the wheelchair accessible physical space, and is self-sufficient with personal care needs. A care partner also attends and participates. Volunteers WILL NOT be able to provide personal care assistance.
Q: Is the Memory Cafe for care partners too?
A: Yes! Memory Cafes give care partners a chance to meet and socialize with other care partners, while enjoying social activities with their loved-one.
Q: Will you offer informational speakers at the Memory Cafe?
A: No. We want to give people living with cognitive impairment a break from focusing on memory and recall, and we welcome those who have not been diagnosed or do not acknowledge their diagnosis.
Q: Is there a charge to attend the Memory Cafe?
A: No. We do not charge a fee to attend the Memory Cafe. Donations to help offset the cost of supplies and refreshments are welcomed.
Q: Do I have to RSVP ahead of time in order to attend?
A: You are not required to register or RSVP, but it is recommended so we can ensure we have enough supplies and refreshments available. We understand that living with dementia can be unpredictable, so unscheduled attendance or unplanned absences are expected.
Norms and standards adapted from the Memory Cafe Percolator Network.