Memory Cafés for Dementia: A Welcoming Space for Aging Adults with Mild Memory Loss and their Care Partners

The Kensington White Plains and the Music Conservatory of Westchester are

Proud to Offer a Complimentary Monthly Gathering: Join Us for Memory Café!

What is a Memory Café?

A Memory Café, or a dementia-friendly café, is a special gathering place for individuals facing memory challenges. This includes those with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, mild cognitive impairment, or other forms of memory loss. Care partners and loved ones are also encouraged to join.

These cafes create a relaxed and judgment-free environment. Participants can connect with others who share similar experiences. It’s an enriching program designed for individuals showing early signs of mild memory loss. Caregivers will find support as they participate in a variety of activities, all enhanced by uplifting music from a certified Music Therapist.

Features of Memory Café

Engaging Activities

Memory Café offers structured programming that includes creative musical exercises. These activities promote communication and reminiscence, led by a certified Music Therapist. Participants can enjoy engaging activities that stimulate their minds.

Opportunities for Connection

This café provides valuable opportunities for connection. Participants can share meaningful conversations, build lasting relationships, and form new support networks. It’s a chance to connect with people who understand their journey.

Expert Resources

At Memory Café, participants gain valuable tools and resources they can take home. These resources empower individuals and their caregivers as they navigate memory loss together.

Complimentary Lunch and Refreshments

Participants will also enjoy complimentary lunch and refreshments during the gathering. It’s a warm and welcoming environment where everyone can relax and enjoy each other’s company.

The Kensington Memory Café Experience

The Kensington Memory Café is a structured yet welcoming space. It encourages residents to connect, engage their minds, and express their creativity. By providing this dedicated gathering space and meaningful programming, they aim to enhance the daily lives of aging adults. They also offer peace of mind for their loved ones.

The monthly café features a specially trained team. This team understands the challenges of memory loss. They create a warm and supportive environment for all attendees. The program represents a wide array of services and support available at The Kensington White Plains.

About The Kensington White Plains

The Kensington is a premier assisted living and memory care community. Since 2011, they have served aging adults and their families in Westchester County. The community is privately owned and operated by a close-knit group of lifelong senior living career professionals.

Their promise is simple: “to love and care for your family as we do our own.” Each day, their team delivers more comprehensive care than other assisted living providers offer. The Kensington features two specialized levels of memory care. They address the unique challenges of each phase of memory loss. Couples are welcome to reside together in the same suite, even if their care needs differ.

Join Us!

Join them on the first Tuesday of every month for Memory Café. It’s a fantastic opportunity to deepen bonds and cultivate new support networks in a safe, supportive, and engaging environment.

CLICK HERE TO RSVP

For questions, reach out to Zulaika Burroughs, Outreach & Events Coordinator, at zburroughs@kensingtonsl.com.

Why Attend Memory Café?

By attending Memory Café, you will find a community that understands the challenges of memory loss. The sense of camaraderie can be incredibly uplifting. Participants often leave with a renewed sense of hope and connection after sharing their experiences and stories.

Final Thoughts

Memory Café at The Kensington White Plains is more than just a gathering; it's a place for healing, connection, and support. Come share in this enriching experience. It's an opportunity to enhance your life and the lives of those you care about.

We warmly invite you to learn more about this wonderful initiative and join The Kensington family.