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

19JUN

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Main Street Center
 516 Main Street, Clarion, Pennsylvania 16214
Date and Time: 06/19/2025 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
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17JUL

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Main Street Center
 516 Main Street, Clarion, Pennsylvania 16214
Date and Time: 07/17/2025 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
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21AUG

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Main Street Center
 516 Main Street, Clarion, Pennsylvania 16214
Date and Time: 08/21/2025 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
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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
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19JUN

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: 06/19/2025 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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5JUN

Free Memory Screenings: ASI Brain Health Fair

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Indiana Mall
 2334 Oakland Avenue, Indiana, PA 15701
Date and Time: 06/05/2025 10:30 AM
Brief Description of Event: Free Memory Screenings provided by Dementia Friendly Pennsylvania team at the ASI Brain Health Fair! Come get a simple, safe check-up for your brain!

Thursday, June 5, 2025 from 10:30AM-12PM 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
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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
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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
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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
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6JUN

Making A Difference in the Lives of People with Dementia

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Living Word Community Church
 2530 Cape Horn Road, Red Lion, PA
Date and Time: 06/06/2025 8:00 AM
Brief Description of Event: Meet local resources and learn practical tips on how to support your loved one living with dementia.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: GOOD NEWS CONSULTING, info@goodnewsconsulting.com, 7178431504

6JUN

Making A Difference in the Lives of People With Dementia

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Living Word Community Church (Entrance 7)
 2530 Cape Horn Road, Red Lion, PA 17356
Date and Time: 06/06/2025 8:00 AM
Brief Description of Event: Family caregivers - this FREE seminar is for YOU!

Friday, June 6th, 2025 8:00AM-4:00PM

Meet local resources and learn practical tips on how to support your loved one living with dementia. Bring your questions. Refreshments and lunch will be provided.

To register, call 717-843-1504 or email makingadifferenceindementia@gmail.com.

Schedule:
8-8:30am, Registration
8:30-8:45am, Welcome and Introductions
8:45-9:45am, Healthy Aging and Community Resources
9:45-10am, Break
10-11:30am, Sleep and Dementia
11:30am-12:30pm, Lunch Break
12:30-2pm, Driving and Dementia
2-2:15pm, Break
2:15-3:45pm, Advanced Care Planning
3:45-4pm, Wrap Up and Thank You
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Good News Consulting Inc. , makingadifferenceindementia@gmail.com, 717-843-1504
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26APR

Memory Cafe

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: First Baptist Church of Crafton
 1 Oregon Avenue, Crafton, PA 15205
Date and Time: 04/26/2025 1:30 PM
Brief Description of Event: Memory Cafes are welcoming and safe places where individuals with dementia and their care partners can meet with others with similar experiences in a supportive environment. Persons living with dementia can enjoy themselves in a friendly, nonjudgmental setting. Memory cafes are an opportunity to make new friends, learn about resources, and make connections. It is not a day center. The individual with dementia MUST be accompanied by their care partner.

Please join us for snacks, companionship, and games. This is a FREE event.

APRIL 26, 2025
1:30-2:30 PM

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF CRAFTON
1 OREGON AVENUE
Crafton, PA 15205

RSVP by April 22, 2025
Joanne McCamey, MSW
412-736-2708
Type of Event: Memory Cafe
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Joanne McCamey, 412-736-2708
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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
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8MAY

Memory Cafe

Event Registration Link: Register here.
Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties
 2500 Lower State Road, Doylestown, PA 18901
Date and Time: 05/08/2025 11:00 AM
Brief Description of Event: 2nd Thursday of the Month

Open to all those living with dementia and their care partners as a safe space to socialize with others who share similar circumstances.

Registration required. For more information, email kremshifski@dh.org
Type of Event: Memory Cafe
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Doylestown Hospital, kremshifski@dh.org or KDevine@dh.org
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