The Forget-Me-Not Café is an opportunity to make new friends and nurture old ones, share experiences and create new ones in an environment of support and understanding.
It is a free dementia-friendly social group held monthly in two locations, Koo Wee Rup and Pakenham.
Giving carers and their loved ones living with dementia the opportunity to take part in a regular social activity.
What does the program entail:
- A café style with free entertainment and refreshments
- Encourages participants to build friendships and have a good time
- Helps people meet others facing similar challenges and give support to each other
- Provides a release from the usual routine
- Benefits older adults living with dementia in terms of their health and wellbeing through an inclusive community that understands their needs
Learn more about dementia support: Support with dementia - Cardinia Shire Council
More information
To learn more about ‘Forget-Me-Not’ dementia-friendly café sessions;
When: Sessions are held from 10:00am to 12:00pm noon on the last Tuesday of every second month.
Where: Hewitt Eco House Community Room, On site at the Kooweerup Hospital.
Contact: Naomi
Phone: (03) 5997 9655
Email: naomi.rendall@krhs.net.au