DEMENTIA & ALZHEIMERS

Dementia Friendly Community

Franklin is a Dementia Friendly Community


What is a Dementia Friendly Community? 
Dementia-friendly communities address the needs specific to their residents, advocating for dementia awareness and providing services, programs, and public spaces that support people with dementia and their care partners. All dementia-friendly communities share one thing: a mission to make their neighborhood inclusive, welcoming those touched by dementia to continue to be active, contributing citizens. Older adults can take comfort in knowing that should they experience dementia, they can still engage in activities and events, contribute to the local economy and be respected by community members.               

To learn more click on this link: Dementia Friendly Community

Join us for our Monthly

MEMORY CAFÉ

The Third Wednesday at 1:00pm

with live entertainment!

Memory Cafés are safe and inviting spaces for those who are experiencing memory loss and their families. Join us for an hour of music, socialization, and engagement. 

Our Memory Cafés are supported in part by a generous grant from the Franklin Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Call for more information: 508-520-4945

Please RSVP to Ariel: adoggett@franklinma.gov or 508-520-4945

 

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Are you a caregiver for someone with dementia or memory loss?

Join our

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

The Second and Fourth Wednesday of the Month at 4:00pm

This Support Group provides caregivers with emotional and social support, as well as educational materials to assit with caring for their loved one. This support group is for spouses, children, other family members, or friends caring for someone with memory loss.

YOU ARE NOT ALONE

  • Get Mutual Support and Help
  • Reduce Caregiver Stress
  • Share and Listen to individual caregiving experiences
  • Learn about resources and programs available for Caregivers

For additional information, please reach out to Ariel: 508-520-4945 or adoggett@franklinma.gov

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For more information, support, and resources concerning Dementia and Alzheimer's check out the Alzheimer's Association: https://www.alz.org/

24/7 Helpline: 800-272-3900