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What is a memory care café?
A memory care café, also known as a dementia café or Alzheimer’s café, is a social gathering place specifically designed for individuals living with dementia, their caregivers, family […]
Conversation Prompts and Questions
Works for many types of conversation circles
MIT: How cuddly robots could change dementia care
How cuddly robots could change dementia care Researchers are using AI and technological advancements to create companion robots https://www.technologyreview.com/2024/05/17/1092604/how-cuddly-robots-could-change-dementia-care MIT
Program Idea 18: Memory Care Kits for Adults with Memory Issues
Title: Memory Care Kits for Adults with Memory Issues Description: Memory Care Kits: Develop memory care kits that include materials such as memory games, puzzles, reminiscence therapy aids, […]
Anatomy of a Family Caregiver
https://www.vitas.com/family-and-caregiver-support/caregiving/caregiving-basics/infographic-caregiver-facts-and-figures
Resilience to Dementia: Having Alzheimer’s Pathology with No Symptoms
Resilience to Dementia: Having Alzheimer’s Pathology with No Symptoms “Summary: A new study found that some individuals show no Alzheimer’s symptoms despite having the disease’s brain processes. This “resilient” […]
What can public libraries do in terms of dementia, aphasia, and Alzheimer’s support and programming as well as seniors’ social isolation?
Public libraries play a vital role in supporting individuals with dementia, aphasia, Alzheimer’s, and addressing social isolation among seniors. Here are some initiatives and programming ideas that libraries […]