The Boyertown Area Times

Chestnut Knoll begins Memory Care Café for families affected by Alzheimer’s Disease

- From Chestnut Knoll

Currently, over 5 million people are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and according to the Alzheimer’s Associatio­n, this number is expected to grow to nearly 14 million by 2050.

An Alzheimer’s disease or dementia-related diagnosis can have a profound impact on a person and his or her family and friends. And, as the disease progresses the joys of outings to restaurant­s and other simple interactio­ns can be challengin­g and stressful for both the caregiver and their loved one. Chestnut Knoll, an award-winning senior community, offering Personal Care and Memory Care in Boyertown, is hoping to bring back a sense of normalcy and to provide more than support to families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and dementia with the beginning of a Memory Care Café.

During Chestnut Knoll’s Memory Care Café enjoy a free light brunch in a comfortabl­e and relaxed setting with casual discussion­s based on caregiver interests. This small, intimate group provides a safe, supportive and engaging environmen­t for your loved one living with memory impairment. Profession­al memory care staff is on hand to provide extra assistance when needed.

Chestnut Knoll’s Memory Care Café is a place where caregivers can bring their loved ones to interact, laugh, cry, find support, share concerns and celebrate without feeling embarrasse­d or misunderst­ood.

If you are interested in attending Chestnut Knoll’s Memory Care Café with your loved one, please call Jodie Daniels at 610-4738066 to RSVP for the next event.

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