Events
Upcoming Events
The ABC of Dementia Care
Date:This presentation will focus on how caregivers and other helpers can provide compassionate and effective care-giving to those with dementia. The ABC’s include: what type of Activities to provide, how to deal with some common Behaviors, and utilizing effective Communication skills.
Our presenter Linda Puzan, MSW, brings decades of experience in the fields of dementia care and memory support. She has dedicated her career to understanding the challenges of memory loss and providing compassionate guidance to individuals and caregivers alike. Linda's experience includes providing dementia care training to staff, dementia coaching to caregivers and facilitating dementia caregiver support groups. This is a free event, open to the public and accessible.
Location: Sunderland Public Library, 20 School Street, Sunderland
More Details: Your Brain Health and Dementia Care Series
Past Event Videos
Laughter Wellness
Trevor Smith is a therapeutic recreation educator. He knows that laughter is good medicine and enjoys sharing its value…
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Geological History of the Valley
The Connecticut Valley has a very interesting geologic history. Evidence for that history abounds in the landscape,…
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Isolation and Loneliness in Covid Times
A recording of an online discussion addressing social isolation and loneliness affecting our seniors.…
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Past Event Photo Galleries
Quontquont Farm
Whately, MA
United StatesMagic Wings Butterfly Conservatory
South Deerfield, MA
United States
Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory
South Deerfield, MA
United States
Other Past Events
Valley Neighbors Autumn 2024 Events
Three successful events, plus a volunteer appreciation reception were held. Thanks very much to our speakers and to… Read more
Valley Neighbors Autumn 2023 Events
Three successful events were held, including a tour with the Whately Historical Society. Thanks very much to our speakers… Read more
