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The Library Memory Project; Memory Cafés at 17 locations
Watch the video of Angela Meyers and Jennie Fidler sharing details on the Memory Cafés offered through Bridges Library System. Aired on Fox 6 Milwaukee.
Read MoreThe Cleveland Public Library hosts a senior prom for dementia patients and caregivers
The Cleveland Public Library hosts a senior prom for dementia patients and caregivers, part of “memory cafes” to foster community and cognitive activity. Watch the video on WKYC Channel 3…
Read MoreMemory cafes offer camaraderie and fun for people with dementia – and their caregivers
NPR Weekend Edition – This memory cafe in northeast Pennsylvania is one of more than 600 across the country. These gatherings for people with cognitive impairment and their caregivers are relatively cheap and easy to run — often the only expense is a small rental fee for the space.
Read MoreLocal libraries offer Memory Cafes; help those with memory loss
SUSSEX, Wis. – Libraries in Waukesha and Jefferson Counties offer “memory cafés” and this year, the group welcomed more people than ever.
Linda Bedford loves Christmas, but two years ago, her memories of the holidays started to fade.
“Sometimes you feel defeated. Sometimes you feel like, what was I thinking about? Where did that come from?” said Bedford.
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