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,…

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Still We Sing: A Memory Choir for People Living with Dementia

Guest post from Kennedy Niska, Executive Director of the Legacy Chorale of Greater Minnesota   For many living with dementia or Alzheimer’s, the world can become an increasingly fragmented place. Names slip away, routines feel foreign, and the ability to communicate often fades. However, a growing movement is proving that while the mind may struggle…

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New 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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