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In reply to the discussion: I am losing my memory. [View all]suffragette
(12,232 posts)We are here for you.
One challenging aspect to memory conditions that isn't discussed as much is having fun. We all need to and it's especially important to be able to relax in a stress free environment when there are so many additional stressors in daily life.
In the 90s, a man in the Netherlands started holding Alzheimer or Memory cafes. They are gathering places for people with memory issues and their partners or care givers. They are held anywhere from cafes to churches to museums and provide a nice space to socialize with others who understand the issues you are facing.
They have become so popular that they are in many cities now.
Here's some info about these:
http://www.memorycafedirectory.com/what-is-a-memory-cafe/
Here's a directory for the Northeast:
http://alzlive.com/resources/community/memory-cafes-northeast/