Dementia Friendly Pennsylvania

06/15/2026

If you care for someone living with Lewy Body Dementia, be sure to register for this month's webinar from the Lewy Body Dementia Association! And, check out their 2026 Community Webinar Series for even more excellent education: https://lbda.org/lbdas-2026-community-webinar-series

Join the Lewy Body Dementia Association for “Strategies for Support: Transfer Techniques,” featuring Heather Cianci, PT, MS, GCS. This session will explore safe and efficient methods for transferring individuals living with and techniques that help reduce the risk of injury for both the person assisting and the individual receiving care.

You will also learn effective cuing approaches that promote clearer communication and cooperation, making daily activities more manageable.

Register today: https://ow.ly/wPq850Z9xip

06/12/2026

Check it out! A new opportunity for folks living in Southwest PA:

Are you a family caregiver in Allegheny or Westmoreland Counties of Pennsylvania who supports a loved one on Medicare?

RubyWell is enrolling 50 caregivers for a new 12-month Family Caregiver Study. Eligible participants can receive support plus a monthly stipend based on participation.

Check eligibility and learn what the study entails at https://www.rubywell.com/pa-program


Jewish Association on Aging

06/11/2026

Thank you to LECOM Health for hosting the HERO Long-Term Care RISE Conference in Erie, where we made 19 new Dementia Friends Champions today!

06/09/2026

Do you provide care for someone living with dementia and reside in the Pittsburgh area? Head to the Shaler North Hills Library on Tuesday, June 23 to learn about caregiver stress management from Dementia Friendly PA's very own Deanna! Register for free via the QR code in the photo.

06/08/2026

☕ Whether you’re looking for support, conversation, or simply a change of scenery, this Memory Café is here for you!

Join on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 9:30–11:00 a.m. for engaging activities, education, and community support.

📍 The Pines of Mount Lebanon, 1537 Washington Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
📞 RSVP: (412) 341-4400

Each gathering will feature engaging activities, dementia education, and opportunities to connect with other caregivers who understand what you're experiencing.

Dementia-Friendly Greater Pittsburgh
Gateway Hospice

06/07/2026

Children (ages 4+) of people living with younger-onset dementia can find community and comfort at Lorenzo's House Summit starting this Friday, June 12th 💛 Check out the agenda and register for free here: https://hubs.li/Q04k9vyb0

06/06/2026

Pittsburghers! Come enjoy the summer weather at Vintage's Memory Cafe in Highland Park this coming Thursday, June 11th. This is a free event for people living with dementia and those who care for them, complete with lunch, games, and friendly faces! 🌳

06/06/2026

🧠Join UsAgainstAlzheimer's this Wednesday, June 10 from 12 – 1 PM ET for a conversation on practical steps you and your family can take to support brain health. In recognition of Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Awareness Month, experts from the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Institute and Emory’s Integrated Memory Care will discuss what brain health really means, when memory changes may signal it’s time to seek help, and how families can navigate care, support, and next steps. Register here for free! https://hubs.li/Q04k9GP-0