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Celebrate with us at the inaugural Dementia Care Conference & Family Reunion

Our 2020 Impact

By Kathryn Westland / January 4, 2021

Unity Shoppe & FC Bring Christmas Cheer to Homebound Seniors

Socializing—Even on Zoom—Is What’s Best for the Brain

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Susie C.

Absolutely the most beautiful and caring non profit for our family members and friends with dementia and memory loss.
Thank you for all you do helping the clients still find joy in this chapter of life… and the relief and support you provide to family members.

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Gerrie S.

Daughter

I had volunteered there with my dogs for years never imagining that I would be my Dad’s caregiver. The Friendship Center provides respite for caregivers, but most importantly provides members a joyous haven with many different activities. Yes, it can be difficult to entrust your loved one to others. But as Kathryn says, “trust the process”.
I cherish my memories of dancing with my dad.

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Angelica C

Daughter

There is always genuine excitement and a smile at drop off which puts my dad at ease immediately. The creative social interactions and activities they provide make this a wonderful place for anybody, young or old, to want to attend. They also provide support for the caregivers too. From passing on helpful information regarding support services, or making connections for families to support one another, to even just offering a listening ear or a hug.

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Ken K

Husband

The joy I get from seeing her approach, engage with and hug her new friends is beyond expression. She is glowing again; family and friends are noticing her renewed radiance.

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Joseph N

Senior Care Professional

Beautiful facility. Friendly careing and professional staff. Strong leadership.well organized. Providing much needed respite for families care for a loved one with cognitive issues. Engaging programming. Benefits for veterans and low income families. A true blessing to have this service available to our community.

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Ashley C

Volunteer

Great organization, with amazing staff! Thank you for all you do!

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Lawrence P

Partner

You truly exemplify the friendliness & gentle caring of our extended family members.

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Aimee & Susette V

Daughters

Friendship Center offers dad the two most important things in his life: to be social and to be helpful. He arrives with a smile and leaves with a smile, and his positive experience is a credit to the staff.

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Sandi P

The staff seem to love their job and love the elderly people that go there! Awesome place!

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Ron B

Husband

Watching the staff was really an eye-opener for me. Every time one of the staff walked by a member, the smiles of delight, small comments of praise, a simple light touch as they talked or danced with the members showed me just how much love and compassion this staff has for the members under their care.

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Marilyn W

Wife

Friendship Center offers highly trained and compassionate care for Veterans and other Seniors in need of Adult Day Care Services. The care provided by the Friendship Center gives caregivers an opportunity to have the much needed time to take care of other requirements of life and to enjoy a much needed break from constant attention required by their loved ones.

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