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For Those with a Diagnosis

Social Programs

Social programs are places where those living with a diagnosis can feel connected to others who are going through similar experiences.​ Programs include Memory Cafés and Meeting of Minds.

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Multiple Dates & Locations

Memory Cafés

  • Lodi Memory Café
    Lodi Memory Café
    Multiple Dates
    Lodi Memory Café
    Apr 21, 2023, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Lodi, 601 Clark St, Lodi, WI 53555, USA
    A safe and comfortable space where caregivers and their loved ones can socialize, listen to music, play games, and enjoy other appropriate activities.
  • Portage Memory Café
    Portage Memory Café
    Multiple Dates
    Portage Memory Café
    Apr 20, 2023, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Portage, 253 W Edgewater St, Portage, WI 53901, USA
    A safe and comfortable space where caregivers and their loved ones can socialize, listen to music, play games, and enjoy other appropriate activities.
  • Sauk Memory Café
    Sauk Memory Café
    Multiple Dates
    Sauk Memory Café
    Apr 20, 2023, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
    Sauk City, 730 Monroe St, Sauk City, WI 53583, USA
    A safe and comfortable space where caregivers and their loved ones can socialize, listen to music, play games, and enjoy other appropriate activities.
  • Virtual Memory Café
    Virtual Memory Café
    Multiple Dates
    Virtual Memory Café
    Apr 14, 2023, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Online Program
    A Memory Café is an inclusive space where people living with dementia and their family care partners can relax, learn, be creative and socialize.
  • Reedsburg Memory Café
    Reedsburg Memory Café
    Multiple Dates
    Reedsburg Memory Café
    Apr 14, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Reedsburg, 2090 Ridgeview Dr, Reedsburg, WI 53959, USA
    A safe and comfortable space where caregivers and their loved ones can socialize, listen to music, play games, and enjoy other appropriate activities.
  • Westfield Memory Café
    Westfield Memory Café
    Multiple Dates
    Westfield Memory Café
    Apr 05, 2023, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Westfield Village Hall, 124 E 3rd St, Westfield, WI 53964, USA
    A safe and comfortable space where caregivers and their loved ones can socialize, listen to music, play games, and enjoy other appropriate activities.
  • End of Life and Dementia
    End of Life and Dementia
    Multiple Dates
    End of Life and Dementia
    Mar 29, 2023, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM CDT
    Online
    Discuss the critical decisions often faced at end of life and ways to communicate and stay connected in the later stages.
  • When Cares Become Personal
    When Cares Become Personal
    Multiple Dates
    When Cares Become Personal
    Mar 23, 2023, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
    Online
    Learn everyday care approaches and techniques for those with a diagnosis. Look closely at activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, toileting, and bathing. Learn ways to communicate while providing cares.
  • Making the decision about Facility Care
    Making the decision about Facility Care
    Multiple Dates
    Making the decision about Facility Care
    Mar 20, 2023, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    Online
    At some point along the dementia journey, support from family, friends, and local programs may not be enough. Review items to consider when moving to facility care.
  • Understanding & Responding to Behavior Changes
    Understanding & Responding to Behavior Changes
    Multiple Dates
    Understanding & Responding to Behavior Changes
    Mar 09, 2023, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    Online
    This program is for those caring for an individual with Alzheimer’s or other dementia and having difficulties with behavior changes. Understand reasons why behavior changes occur and get problem-solving tips to help prevent and cope with them.
  • Communication Tips and Strategies
    Communication Tips and Strategies
    Multiple Dates
    Communication Tips and Strategies
    Mar 06, 2023, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM CST
    Online
    If you are caring for an individual with Alzheimer’s or other dementia and having difficulties communicating, this program is for you. Understand how dementia affects communication, how to carefully observe, listen and interact effectively with persons with dementia and learn practical strategies.
  • Safety at Home for People with Dementia
    Safety at Home for People with Dementia
    Multiple Dates
    Safety at Home for People with Dementia
    Mar 03, 2023, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
    Online
    In this program, we will cover the effects of dementia that impact safety. Learn how you can create a safe environment for your loved one at home.
  • Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
    Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
    Multiple Dates
    Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
    Mar 02, 2023, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
    Online
    What are the causes, warning signs, and risk factors of Alzheimer’s and Dementia? Learn practical steps you can take whether you are concerned about yourself or a loved one.
  • End of Life and Dementia
    End of Life and Dementia
    Multiple Dates
    End of Life and Dementia
    Feb 23, 2023, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM CST
    Online
    Discuss the critical decisions often faced at end of life and ways to communicate and stay connected in the later stages.
  • When Cares Become Personal
    When Cares Become Personal
    Multiple Dates
    When Cares Become Personal
    Feb 22, 2023, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    Online
    Learn everyday care approaches and techniques for those with a diagnosis. Look closely at activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, toileting, and bathing. Learn ways to communicate while providing cares.
  • Safety at Home for People with Dementia
    Safety at Home for People with Dementia
    Safety at Home for People with Dementia
    Feb 17, 2023, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
    Online
    In this program, we will cover the effects of dementia that impact safety. Learn how you can create a safe environment for your loved one at home.
  • Making the decision about Facility Care
    Making the decision about Facility Care
    Multiple Dates
    Making the decision about Facility Care
    Feb 13, 2023, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
    Online
    At some point along the dementia journey, support from family, friends, and local programs may not be enough. Review items to consider when moving to facility care.
  • Understanding & Responding to Behavior Changes
    Understanding & Responding to Behavior Changes
    Multiple Dates
    Understanding & Responding to Behavior Changes
    Feb 08, 2023, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    Online
    This program is for those caring for an individual with Alzheimer’s or other dementia and having difficulties with behavior changes. Understand reasons why behavior changes occur and get problem-solving tips to help prevent and cope with them.

Support Groups

Why join an early-stage support group?


To engage in facilitated discussions about the impact of living with early symptoms of dementia by sharing:

  • Experiences and learning from one another how to live the best life with dementia.

  • Laughs and receives help from each other through mutual understanding.

  • Tips and strategies for coping with the many changes connected with the disease.

Click to learn more about each support group:

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