A note from the City of Evanston: “Thank you so much for all of your continued support and interest in helping older adults in our community! The City of Evanston is truly fortunate to have such a strong network of caring individuals and organizations working hard to improve the lives of every Evanstonian. We would […]
City of Evanston Hosting Dementia-Friendly Event, Saturday, November 9 Read More »
A very interesting article (written and shared by Nancy Berlinger, of the Hastings Center) about innovative Dementia-Friendly initiatives being implemented in the United Kingdom as well as cities throughout the United States. An excerpt from the article: “While I was in Liverpool this summer for the annual conference of the British Society of Gerontology, I
Click here to read the latest news and to see the announcement of the newest DFA communities: including our very own Glencoe and Elgin!
July 2019 Newsletter Read More »
by Rachel K. Hindery River Forest police officials last week put on two pairs of gloves, dark glasses and headphones in a training session meant to simulate some of the effects of dementia. Police Chief James O’Shea and others from the department took part in the Dementia Live Experience session. The River Forest Fire Department
A Memory Cafe is a social gathering place for people living with memory loss, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia-related diseases. Often located in churches, community centers, libraries and similar locations, Memory Cafes provide a relaxed environment where participants, including caregivers, family and friends, can share information, have access to community resources and enjoy fun activities
AgeOptions Organization Funds 21 Memory Cafes throughout Suburban Cook County Read More »
