Dementia Friendly Events

Time to Care Respite Day Program

When: Every Wednesday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Where: Worcester Senior Center

What: Individuals living with dementia and their caregivers now have the opportunity to benefit from a respite day program. Participants will enjoy activities, lunch, and the company of their peers and trained staff. Caregivers will also enjoy a break from the stress of caregiving. To learn more about the program and how to enroll, contact Patty Hainsworth at hainsworthp@worcesterma.gov.

Caregiver Support Group

When: 3rd Wednesday of every month, 10:15 am - 11:30 am

Where: Worcester Senior Center

What: Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for caregivers, family and friends of persons with dementia to: develop a support system, exchange practical information on caregiving challenges and possible solutions, talk through issues and ways of coping, learn about community resources, and share feelings, needs and concerns. Contact Anna Christina at OliveiraAC@worcesterma.gov or 508-799-1232 to learn more.

Making Connections Memory Café

When:  3rd Tuesday of every month, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Where: Worcester Senior Center

What: A Memory Café is a monthly gathering of individuals with memory loss along with their caregivers, and/or friends and family in a safe, supportive and engaging environment. The café is open to anyone in the community, at any stage of the disease process. It is a time to socialize, enjoy each other’s company and have a good time, with refreshments, entertainment, and activities. RSVPs to Deb Dowd Foley (ddfoley@eswa.org or 508-756-1545) are appreciated but not required. There is no cost to attend.