1MAY

Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Group

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Arden Courts ProMedica Memory Care of Allentown
 5151 Hamilton Blvd, Allentown, PA 18102
Date and Time: 05/01/2025 11:00 AM
Brief Description of Event: If you are caring for someone living with dementia, who is caring for you?

You are not alone. Join us at Arden Courts ProMedica Memory Care of Allentown for this informational supportive group that will help you to learn more about the disease as well as understand their feelings about the changes dementia has made on their daily lives. Support groups can also help you:
-Learn practical caregiving information
-Get mutual support
-Learn about your local community resources
-Find solutions to challenging behaviors

Hosted the first Thursday of each month from 11:00AM-12:00PM. Please RSVP to 610-366-9010.
Type of Event: Support-group
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Arden Courts ProMedica Memory Care of Allentown, 610-366-9010
 Click here to view informational flyer

21MAY

Art for All: Public Program

Event Registration Link: Register here.
Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Michener Art Museum
 138 S Pine St, Doylestown, PA 18901
Date and Time: 05/21/2025 2:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: Wednesday, May 21 | 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Free for Members/$13 Non-Member

Art for All is an art appreciation program designed for individuals living with moderate stage dementia, such as Alzheimer’s, and their care partners. These special programs take place in the Museum’s peaceful galleries. The Art for All: Public Program is open to individuals and their caregivers not affiliated with a memory care facility.

The first hour will be spent in the galleries with a docent leading the discussion and exploration of 2 – 3 paintings. The second hour is for the guests to spend exploring the galleries on their own.

Limit: 10 couples (the individual living with dementia + their caregiver). The program cost is $13 for the participant (free for members). Caregivers are granted free admission to the Museum.

Questions? Please contact Jen McHugh at jmchugh@michenerartmuseum.org
Type of Event: Social
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Jen McHugh, jmchugh@michenerartmuseum.org

10MAY

ARTZ Notes with Keisha Hutchins Hirlinger

Event Registration Link: Register here.
Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Summit Presbyterian
 6757 Greene St, Philadelphia, PA 19119
Date and Time: 05/10/2025 1:30 PM
Brief Description of Event: Join us on May 10th at 1:30 pm (ET) for a special in-person ARTZ Notes program! After you register, we will send you information and instructions.

Join ARTZ Notes curator and lead facilitator Keisha Hutchins Hirlinger for an in-person ARTZ Notes program at Summit Presbyterian Church.

ARTZ Notes invites you to come together with other participants to listen to music, make your own, and engage with each other and the performers. ARTZ Notes offers music and experiences as diverse as our participants. We are exploring different options including facilitating live performances paired with conversations, interactive improvisation and sing-alongs, and conversations and movement around pre-recorded music of all genres.
Type of Event: Memory Cafe
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Shane Farrell, farrell@artzphilly.org
 Click here to view informational flyer

9MAY

Café for Care Partners Cascarones Workshop with Marta Sanchez

Event Registration Link: Register here.
Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Woodmere Art Museum
 9201 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118
Date and Time: 05/09/2025 10:00 AM
Brief Description of Event: Join us Friday May 9th 10:00AM-11:30AM (EDT) for a special In-Person Café for Care Partners at Woodmere Art Museum

Philadelphia-based mural and multi-media artist Marta Sanchez shares with us the joyful Mexican tradition of “cascarones” in this very special Café for Care Partners hosted at Woodmere Art Museum. Join us in marking the renewal of spring and the lead-up to Mother’s Day!

Marta will guide us in decorating eggshells that she has painstakingly filled with confetti as we use everything from paint to markers to glitter and give free rein to our creativity. In addition to spending some lighthearted time in the company of other care partners, you will go home with the egg(s) you have decorated and, if you choose, participate in the playful tradition of gently cracking the eggshells over the heads of those you love, bringing them good luck as the confetti spills out from the eggshells.

We launched this series of programs especially for the care partners of people living with dementia (usually family members but sometimes close friends playing the same role) to provide engaging, stimulating experiences and relief from the daily grind.
Type of Event: Social
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Shane Farrell, farrell@artzphilly.org
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28MAY

CARE Partner Connections Dementia Training Program: Techniques & Tips for Family Caregivers

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: The Residence at Fitz Farm
 2200 Springwood Road, York, PA 17403
Date and Time: 05/28/2025 2:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: Our CPC programs helps give you, the caregiver, the tools needed to help keep your loved one as independent as possible, as long as possible regardless of where they live. It helps ensure you are delivering the most effective and compassionate care you can offer. Through hands-on workshops, we will share best care practices, tips, and techniques that are successfully used by dementia care professionals worldwide.

Classes are....
-Especially for primary caregivers who have a loved one at home who has memory loss or a dementia diagnosis.
-For anyone who provides support and care to someone with dementia including family, friends, neighbors, and other supportive individuals (not including home care agency staff).

Each Session...
-Builds on content from the previous session yet stands alone if you cannot attend a class
-Supplies the "How To" of specific techniques
-Provides technique support for the caregiver/s who practiced the techniques between sessions at home or in the community
-Provides additional resources from community partners
-Provides 1:1 support as needed

Time: 2-3:30PM
All sessions are FREE!
Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly to: info@goodnewsconsulting.com (717-843-1504) or kkoller@integracare.com (717-818-6593)

April 23: Welcome & Introduction to Dementia Friends/Dementia Friendly PA
May 28: Building Blocks of Dementia
June 25: Behavior and Communication
July 23: Helping Skills and Activities of Daily Living
August 27: Activities and Engagement in Your Home and Community
September 24: Safety in Your Home
October 22: Taking Care of You
November 19: Preparing for the Holidays
December 17: Holiday Celebration
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Good News Consulting Inc. , info@goodnewsconsulting.com, 717-843-1504
 Click here to view informational flyer

16MAY

Caring Connections Partner/ caregiver support group

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Elm Terrace Gardens
 660 North Broad Street, Lansdale, PA 19446, Pa 19446
Date and Time: 05/16/2025 10:00 AM
Brief Description of Event: Partner and Caregiver support group meets at Elm Terrace on the 3rd Friday of every month in our Dorothy Morris Room.
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call 215-361-5600 or check out our website for updates. www.elmterrace.org
Type of Event: Support-group
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Erin Trout, erin.trout@etg-ccrc.org, 2153615600

6MAY

Centre County Geriatric Interest Network Spring 2025 Conference: Empowering Aging: Exploring the 7 Dimensions of Wellness in Older Adulthood

Event Registration Link: Register here.
Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Church of the Good Shepherd
 867 Grays Woods Blvd, Port Matilda, PA 16870
Date and Time: 05/06/2025 8:00 AM
Brief Description of Event: Empowering Aging: Exploring the 7 Dimensions of Wellness in Older Adulthood
Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM

CGNE, Nese College of Nursing is proud to co-sponsor GIN’s spring and fall educational conferences, providing contact hours for nursing and other professionals at no additional cost to event attendees.

Full day cost of $75 for members and $100 for non-members, which includes all educational sessions and 6 CEUs, if applicable. Please register via website at https://www.centrecountygin.com/conferences.

Conference Agenda Time Description
8:00 AM: Registration and Light Breakfast
8:20 AM: Welcoming remarks and announcements, Jill McKenrick, GIN President
8:25 AM: Introduction - Active Aging and the Seven Dimensions of Wellness for Older Adults, Janice Whitaker, MEd, BSN, RN, CGNE Administrator, Penn State Nese College of Nursing
8:45 AM: Active Aging: Enhancing Health and Independence Through Exercise for Older Adults, Dr. Mitchell Straub, PT, Board-Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist, Founder/Owner, Vital Rehab and Wellness; CEO/Owner, In-Home Services of Central PA
9:45 AM: Exploring Good Stewardship: Reciprocity as a Core Principle for Environmental Wellness Later in Life, Jenny Rank, MSOT, OTR/L, CDP, CGNE Education Program Specialist, Penn State Nese College of Nursing, Erica Husser, PhD, Assistant Research Professor, Penn State Nese College of Nursing
10:45 AM: Break
11:00 AM: Embracing Aging: Promoting Engagement in Life through Dimensions of Wellness, Amy Lorek, PhD, Assistant Director, Center for Healthy Aging at Penn State University
12:00 PM: Lunch and Networking
1:00 PM: Support in Your Second Half of Life: What Care Options are Available and How to Pay for Long-Term Care, Kristin Daugherty, Long-Term Planner & Certified Medicaid Planner with Steinbacher, Goodall & Yurchak
2:00 PM: Nurturing Emotional Wellness in Older Adulthood: An Active Approach, Veronica Clapp, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor and Practice Owner at Verus Ridge Counseling PC
3:00 PM: Break
3:15 PM, Spirit and Truth: Pursuing Grace-Laden Spiritual Well-Being, Reverend Dave Hersh, MDiv Chaplain, Grane Hospice Care
4:15 PM: Closing - Promoting Wellness through Lifelong Learning, and Creating Balance, Janice Whitaker, MEd, BSN, RN, CGNE Administrator, Penn State Nese College of Nursing
4:35 PM: Evaluations
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Geriatric Interest Network (GIN) of Centre County
 Click here to view informational flyer

14MAY

Crafting at the Exchange

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: The Exchange
 24 East Main Street, Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Date and Time: 05/14/2025 1:30 PM
Brief Description of Event: Every 2nd Wednesday of the month, 1:30PM-2:30PM
-February 12
-March 12
-April 9
-May 14
-June 11

Join us for a relaxing afternoon of creating art and making friends!
RSVP to Elaine @ 570-784-5211 or email at elaines@kmaelderlaw.com
Type of Event: Social
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Elaine Spicher, elaines@kmaelderlaw.com, 570-784-5211
 Click here to view informational flyer

13MAY

Dementia & Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Emmaus Public Library
 11 East Main Street, Emmaus, PA 18049
Date and Time: 05/13/2025 10:30 AM
Brief Description of Event: Taking care of a loved one with dementia isn't easy...We're here to help!

Join us at our monthly Caregiver Support Group facilitated by our Marketing & Admissions Director and Certified Dementia Practitioner, Careen Steele.

When: 2nd Tuesday of every month, 10:30am-12:00pm
Where: Emmaus Public Library, 11 East Main Street, Emmaus, PA 18049.
Please RSVP:
~By phone: 610-965-7662
~To Careen: csteele@southmountainmemorycare.com
~On our website: www.southmountainmemorycare.com
Type of Event: Support-group
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Careen Steele, csteele@southmountainmemorycare.com, 610-965-7662
 Click here to view informational flyer

15MAY

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Main Street Center
 516 Main Street, Clarion, Pennsylvania 16214
Date and Time: 05/15/2025 6:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Type of Event: Support-group
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: SAMANTHA SCHRECENGOST, sschrecengost@clarionaaa.org, 814-226-4640

22MAY

Dementia Friendly Susquehanna Valley Caregiver Support Group

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Kreisher Marshall & Associates, LLC
 401 S Market Street, Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Date and Time: 05/22/2025 6:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: The vision of DFSV is to make the Susquehanna Valley Region a place where those living with dementia, and their loved ones, feel support, understood, and included as a valued member of their community.

One Thursday each month, 6-7pm
-January 23rd
-February 27th
-March 27th
-April 24th
-May 22nd
-June 19th

To register, contact Elaine Spicher or Karrie Sarisky at 570-784-5211

Hosted by: Kreisher Marshall & Associates, LLC
401 S Market Street, Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Type of Event: Support-group
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Elaine Spicher, 570-784-5211
 Click here to view informational flyer

12MAY

Dementia Friends Information Session

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Palmyra Public Library
 50 Landings Drive, Annville, PA 17003
Date and Time: 05/12/2025 5:30 PM
Brief Description of Event: Become a Dementia Friend!

Join Dementia Friends at Palmyra Public Library for a one-hour session to learn about dementia, how to effectively communicate with a person living with dementia, and more!

Call the library at 717-838-1347 to register!
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Palmyra Public Library, 717-838-1347
 Click here to view informational flyer

1MAY

Dementia Seminar

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Central Baptist Church
 2200 Wylie Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Date and Time: 05/01/2025 6:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: Support your loved ones and yourself with Dementia and Alzheimer's resources to improve care and quality of life. Join us for these upcoming sessions:
-May 1, 6-8pm
-May 8, 6-8pm
-May 15, 6-8pm
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Flourishing Communities, 412-441-7839
 Click here to view informational flyer

8MAY

Dementia Seminar

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Central Baptist Church
 2200 Wylie Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Date and Time: 05/08/2025 6:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: Support your loved ones and yourself with Dementia and Alzheimer's resources to improve care and quality of life. Join us for these upcoming sessions:
-May 8, 6-8pm
-May 15, 6-8pm
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Flourishing Communities, 412-441-7839
 Click here to view informational flyer

15MAY

Dementia Seminar

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Central Baptist Church
 2200 Wylie Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Date and Time: 05/15/2025 6:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: Support your loved ones and yourself with Dementia and Alzheimer's resources to improve care and quality of life. Join us for these upcoming sessions:
-May 15, 6-8pm
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Flourishing Communities, 412-441-7839
 Click here to view informational flyer

13MAY

Embody Individuals in Challenging Situations through Virtual Reality

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Kreisher, Marshall & Associates, LLC
 401 S. Market St, Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Date and Time: 05/13/2025 9:00 AM
Brief Description of Event: Gain a better understanding of Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson's Disease, End of life Conversations and Home Health Assessments through our immersive experience. Experience the world through the eyes of people you care for.
NASW-PA Chapter is a co-sponsor of this workshop. 3 CEs will be awarded for completion of this course. NASW has been designated as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers (Section 47.36), Marriage and Family Therapist (Section 48.36) and Professional Counselors (Section 49.36) by the PA State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Karrie Sarisky, karries@kmaelderlaw.com, 570-784-5211
 Click here to view informational flyer

1MAY

Free Memory Screenings: Baldwin Community Health Fair

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Baldwin Borough Municipal Building
 3344 Churchview Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15227
Date and Time: 05/01/2025 6:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: Free Memory Screenings provided by Dementia Friendly Pennsylvania team at the Baldwin Community Health Fair! Come get a simple, safe check-up for your brain!

Thursday, May 1st, 2025 from 6-8pm EST

What is a memory screening?
-Takes about 10 minutes
-A series of questions to evaluate memory, language, and thinking skills
-Provided by a qualified healthcare professional in a private setting
-Results are not a diagnosis but can be shared with your doctor
Type of Event: Memory Screening
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Dementia Friendly Pennsylvania, info@dementiafriendlypa.org
 Click here to view informational flyer

14MAY

Living with Dementia

Event Registration Link: Register here.
Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: The Parish Community House
 38 W High St. , New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Date and Time: 05/14/2025 10:00 AM
Brief Description of Event: The Division of Geriatric Medicine at the Penn State College of Medicine is hosting a 4-part series called "Living with Dementia" on March 26, April 9, April 23, and May 15 from 10am-12pm at The Parish Community House in New Bloomfield, PA.

This education is geared specifically toward care partners, family, friends and others who interact with People Living with Dementia (PLWD). In these sessions you will learn about Brain Change, Communication Skills, Care Partner Resources, and Financial Planning. PLWD are welcome to attend, but topics may be hard to discuss. These sessions also do not replace the official dementia screening of a provider.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Katie Lengyel, klengyel@pennstatehealth.psu.edu, 717-489-2398‬
 Click here to view informational flyer

14MAY

Living with Dementia

Event Registration Link: Register here.
Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Derry Township Community Center
 605 Cocoa Ave., Hershey, PA 17033
Date and Time: 05/14/2025 4:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: The Division of Geriatric Medicine at the Penn State College of Medicine is hosting a 4-part series called Living with Dementia. We will cover topics on Brain Change, Communication Skills for People Living with Dementia, Care-Partner Resources, and Financial Planning.

All sessions will be held at the Derry Township Community Center from 4-6pm on 3/26, 4/9, 4/23, and 5/14.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Katie Lengyel, klengyel@pennstatehealth.psu.edu, 717-489-2398‬
 Click here to view informational flyer

8MAY

Memory Cafe

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Vintage Center for Active Adults
 421 North Highland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Date and Time: 05/08/2025 1:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: Vintage Center for Active Adults is hosting a Memory Cafe!
We are excited to invite individuals living with dementia and their care partners, families, and friends for snacks, crafts, and socialization!

These FREE events will occur on Thursdays 1pm-2pm
April 10th, May 8th, June 5th, and July 3rd

What is a memory cafe?
A memory cafe provides a safe and welcoming environment for:
-individuals living with dementia
-their care partners
-their family and friends

Memory Cafes are a space for people living with dementia to be themselves in a non-judgmental, accepting social setting.
People living with dementia and their care partners can find new friends and make connections to resources and other living a similar journey.
Type of Event: Memory Cafe
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Jenn Englert, jenglert@familylinks.org, 412-362-9653 ext. 2209
 Click here to view informational flyer