Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Lean on Me: Support at The Brainerd Center
Support is providing help, encouragement, or resources that make someone or something stronger, safer, or more able to succeed. Here are some common ways it shows up: Emotional support: Offering care, listening, encouragement, or comfort — like being there for a friend during a hard time. Practical support: Helping in tangible ways — giving rides,…
Read MoreBrainerd Area Memory Choir at The Center
The Brainerd Area Memory Choir is coming to The Center in January of 2026! WHO Might Be Interested: People living with dementia, their care partners, and volunteer singers. WHAT is Memory Choir: A community choir specifically designed to support, empower, and build community for people living with dementia and their care partners. WHEN are REHEARSALS:…
Read MoreNew Memory Makers Kits for Those Struggling with Dementia
As dementia progresses, it can become difficult for loved ones to know how to keep conversations going. Yet, connection remains a fundamental human need — one that continues throughout life. When we move past our own discomfort and adjust how we communicate (and perhaps add a touch of humor), we often discover new, meaningful ways…
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