Memory Makers of the Midsouth

08/21/2026

Today's the day for the Memory Cafe at the Bartlett Library! Join us from 1-3pm for free fellowship, activities, resources, and support!

08/20/2026

Today's the day for the Memory Cafe at the Lakeland Senior Center! Join us from 10-12 for free fellowship, activities, resources, and support!

08/19/2026

Did you know that learning new things is a good way to make your brain more resilient? Seek out opportunities to attend classes or seminars on topics that are interesting to you, read books, and try new hobbies for a healthier brain!

08/18/2026

08/18/2026

It is not unusual for a person with dementia to be depressed, apathetic, or unmotivated. Changes in the brain caused by disease can make it very difficult for a person to control their mood or self-motivate, and they may have less energy than they used to. Try to time activities during the parts of the day when they have most energy and try to stick to a routine as much as possible.

The UCLA Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Video series provides viewer...

08/17/2026

Older adults with dementia are at a particularly high risk for developing urinary tract infections due to natural changes occurring in the body with age, and also because of the damage occurring to the brain and nervous system. UTIs can present with unusual agitation and hallucinations, and can get septic quickly.

Here's why the causes, symptoms, and treatment of urinary tract infections can change with age.

08/16/2026

National Radio Day is August 20! If you're looking for a meaningful way to connect with a person with memory loss, then take a trip down memory lane with these Paul Harvey radio broadcasts together! Pro Tip: People with dementia often find comfort in things from the past because the present can be very confusing.

Paul Harvey Aurandt (September 4, 1918 – February 28, 2009) was an ...

08/16/2026

Have you signed up for this year's Empowered: A Caregiver's Conference?

Join us Wednesday, September 16 at Temple Israel's Ettelson-Wax Hall for a full day of practical advice from various dementia care experts, including our keynote speaker Ashley Stevens, known as .

The conference is free for family caregivers caring for a loved one with dementia. Registration is required for all attendees and includes breakfast, lunch, goodies, and a chance to win a door prize.

There is a $50 fee for professionals working with those with dementia and their caregivers. Up to 5 Social Work CEUS can be earned.

Special thanks to all of our amazing sponsors:
H.W. Durham Foundation
Milton Community Enhancement Grants Program
Memphis Jewish Home & Rehab
Owl Be There
Belmont Village Senior Living
Christian Companions Senior Care
Elect Home Care
Driving Independence
StoryPoint Germantown
Westhill Collierville

For more information and to register, visit https://pagerobbins.org/caregiver-support/empowered/

08/15/2026

Watermelon Popsicles

4 cups diced seedless watermelon
1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons honey - or to taste

In a blender, blend the watermelon, strawberries, lime juice, and honey until smooth and fully incorporated. Evenly pour the mixture into the popsicle molds and assemble, leaving about ⅓ inch gap at the top to allow for expansion. Freeze for at least 4-6 hours or preferably overnight.