BAND-Together Initiative

06/11/2025

Participating in research is a powerful way to take action and make a difference. People living with dementia, healthy volunteers and caregivers are all needed to help move dementia science forward. Get started with our free, easy-to-use matching service that connects you with research opportunities in your community. Read more and get involved: alz.org/trialmatch

06/11/2025

Check out these virtual events hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter! See their post for more details.

05/28/2025

Check out this virtual event hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter taking place tomorrow evening at 6pm! See their post for more details.

Are you facing younger-onset dementia? Join us May 29 at 6 p.m. for a virtual screening of “Shifting the Narrative: The Story of Lorenzo’s House,” a short film about one family’s journey with younger-onset Alzheimer's. A panel discussion with families impacted by the disease will follow. Register today at bit.ly/4dbzhL1

05/15/2025

Check out this virtual program on May 21st hosted by Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter called "Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors," discussing how the disease can change a person’s behavior, possible triggers, and person-centered care approaches to address those behaviors. See their post for more details!

Our May 21 virtual program is free and open to all.

In "Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors," we will discuss how the disease can change a person’s behavior, possible triggers, and person-centered care approaches to address those behaviors.

Register at bit.ly/respondingtoDRB.

04/28/2025

Check out this virtual event called Hearing Loss and Dementia: The Connection sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter taking place on May 2nd. See their post for more details!

We're proud to be a sponsor of this May 2 virtual event. Register to hear the latest conclusions about the connection between untreated hearing loss and cognitive decline and what can be done to prevent dementia when it comes to improving hearing. bit.ly/DCNMay2025

04/22/2025

🌟 **Attention Caregivers** 🌟

The Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute has launched a new **Caregivers Resources page** to support you in your caregiving journey. 💜

Tip of the day: There are several free phone hotlines for caregivers, including a line for veterans and their caregivers, and helplines specific for Lewy Body Dementia and Frontotemporal Dementia.

Find links on Caregivers Resources for more tips, handouts, support groups, and educational materials: https://wai.wisc.edu/for-caregivers/

04/22/2025

Check out this Virtual Ed Series: Communicating Effectively virtual program on April 23 hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter. See their post for more details!

As people living with dementia progress in their journey and lose the ability to use words, caregivers can discover new ways to communicate effectively in any stage of the disease.

Join us for a free virtual program on April 23 to learn how dementia affects communication, how person-centered approaches can improve communication, and much more. Register here: bit.ly/dementiacomm

04/14/2025

Mark your calendars to join this free webinar hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter on Thursday, April 17 at 10 a.m. called Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors. Check out their flyer for more details!

Are you a caregiver for someone living with dementia? Join us Thursday, April 17 at 10 a.m. for a free webinar on understanding dementia-related behaviors and the challenges they can present. Learn from other caregivers, and leave with real tools and techniques that can help empower you in your caregiving journey. This webinar is supported by P&G. Register now: bit.ly/43vGRO1.

04/14/2025

Check out this Creating Hope and Joy for Spring event on April 26 hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter to make bracelets and socialize with others who understand the caregiving journey. See their post for more details!

We invite Milwaukee-area caregivers to join us April 26 to make bracelets and socialize with others who understand the caregiving journey.

Space is limited, so RSVP today: bit.ly/creating4spring

04/07/2025

CONGREGATIONAL CARE SUPPORT GROUP SESSIONS

The Congregational Care Ministry is walking by and extending a hand to support you!
Spiritual Advisory / AODA Al-Anon at 9:00am
Bereavement at 10:00am
Health & Well-Being at 11:00am

For and additional , please see Pastor Debra Jones.