Memory Care Support at Windy Hill
The purpose of the memory care support group is to provide a “safe” environment for people living with dementia and their caregivers to socialize and get support. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from others and get support on a variety of topics and issues.
This group's discussions are confidential. All information shared during group will be kept confidential, with the exception of a dangerous or abusive situation.
Schedule of Events
Windy Hill's Memory Care Support group meets every Wednesday at 12:30 pm starting this November. Please sign up below to attend.
2
November
2022
Stages of the Disease Process
Facilitated by:
Nicole Schmid
Community Educator
9
November
2022
The Brain Tour
Speaker:
Dr. Purvi Patel
WellSpan Gerontology
16
November
2022
Approved & Future Treatment Medications
Speaker:
Alaina Onderko, RPh
Minnich's Pharmacy
23
November
2022
Building a Care Team
Speakers:
Jennifer Weitkamp, Social Worker
Atty. Jennifer Stetter, Elder Law
Alesha Miller, Social Worker
30
November
2022
Telling Others about the Disease
Speakers:
Tammy Miller, CDP
Jenna Lawrence, CDP
7
December
2022
Maintaining Independence & Care Partner Support
Speaker:
Tammy Miller, CDP
14
December
2022
Emotions, Behavior & Communication
Validation Therapy
Speaker:
Mandy Knight
Country Meadows
21
December
2022
Stigma & Advocacy
Speaker:
Kim Korge
Memory Care Coordinator
Cross Keys Village
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this support group for individuals with dementia or their caregivers?
This support group is beneficial for both those diagnosed with dementia and their caregivers. The group begins in a whole group setting, then caregivers and individuals with dementia are placed in separate groups.
Do individuals with dementia need to attend?
It's encouraged for them to attend, but not necessary.
Who is eligible to attend?
This group is designed for people with recently-diagnosed dementia; however, the information can be beneficial to caregivers of people with all levels of dementia.
Does my loved one have to be formally diagnosed to attend?
Yes, your loved one must have a diagnosis of dementia in order to participate. This is to ensure the participant is truly experiencing dementia and not other medical issues that resemble dementia.
If your loved one is not diagnosed, and is experiencing symptoms, please contact your loved one's primary care physician.