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26 Thursday, November 14, 2024 BATTLE CREEK SHOPPER NEWS http://www.thebattlecreekshopper.com

On Wednesday, Nov. 20, Willard

Library’s downtown lower level

will be transformed into a safe, fun

space for families, caregivers and

those experiencing dementia to

enjoy.

CareWell services and Willard

Library are collaborating for this

monthly “Dementia Friendly

Night,” featuring resources,

mutual support and fun, accord-

ing to library spokesperson Alisha

McCullick.

The event will feature a variety

of engaging activities, thoughtfully

designed to foster connection, cre-

ativity and comfort for attendees,

including music, crafts, painting,

puzzles, photo opportunities, and

snacks and beverages.

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To sum it up, from former

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Bob Dylan. The mid-1960s

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for the boy from Pennfield High

School and St. Mary’s Lake, I

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This generation will never

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Social services information librarian Stephanie Boyd shares dementia

resources. Photo provided

‘Dementia Friendly Night’ slated at Willard Library

Stephanie Boyd explained some of

the benefits of the selected activi-

ties.

“Music awakens the brain, and

with it, the rich memories associ-

ated with familiar songs,” she said,

adding that “painting and crafts are

a way to express feelings safely

and with creativity, and puzzles are

both entertaining and cognitively

beneficial.”

Snacks and beverages will be

available during the event, but

attendees are also free to bring

their own favorite snacks to share

with others. Throughout the eve-

ning, guests are encouraged to take

photos, capturing special moments

together.

Resources and information about

local support groups and services

will also be available. CareWell

services will be on hand to provide

guidance and support.

“Dementia Friendly Night is an

opportunity for families to relax a

little and have fun while connect-

ing with others facing similar chal-

lenges,” said Boyd. “Dementia can

be an isolating diagnosis, and we

want to create a safe, welcoming

space where all feel comfortable

and supported.”

“Dementia Friendly Night” will

be offered monthly on Wednesdays,

Nov. 20, and Dec. 18.

Visit WillardLibrary.org for more

information and to register for each

session, or call (269) 968-8166, ext.

513.

Willard Library events are free

and open to the public.

— Ann Pulsipher