Event Listing
Listed below are a few of our upcoming events. Please take a look at our Event Calendar for a full listing!
Gather with friends for a brunch experience that feels good and tastes even better!
Meet Me: Community Outings are free, and give families living with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or early stage memory loss an opportunity to connect and stay engaged in the community, in a safe and supportive way. Outings are designed for both the diagnosed individual and a care partner or friend to participate together, and meet new friends in the process!
The café is an opportunity for caregivers and their loved one with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or in the early to early mid-stage of their dementia journey to meet with others for support, companionship, and fun! The program provides structured activities to promote reminiscence, cognition, and engagement. There is also time to share in conversation and get to know others in a safe, supportive environment.
To ensure we have space and program supplies for each participant, we ask that you please register in advance by contacting the event contact listed below.
This café meets at Renaissance of Annandale on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We look forward to seeing you at the next café!
We will explore the various factors that affect eating in individuals with dementia, including cognitive, sensory, and swallowing changes. Topics will include how cognitive impairments impact meal preparation, grocery shopping, and meal initiation, as well as sensory changes that influence hunger and thirst awareness. We will also discuss swallowing difficulties and strategies for managing solids safely. Additionally, we will cover dietary modifications, texture adaptations for favorite foods, and provide guidance on comfort feeding for individuals at the end of life. This session aims to equip caregivers with practical tools to support those experiencing eating challenges due to dementia.
This class will be held both virtually and in-person in Fairfax. Please select your attendance type when you register.
The in-person session will be held in the Mazawey Education and Support Center, 3955 Pender Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA 22030.
Virtual attendees will receive Zoom information prior to the class.
This program is a part of our monthly Care Partner Training series. All sessions are FREE, and held the second Wednesday of each month from 1:00 to 2:30 pm.
Presenter
Lauren Schwabish, M.S., CCC-SLP
Lauren received her Bachelors of Science degree with Honors in Communicative Disorders from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and holds a Masters degree in Communication Sciences from Hunter College of the City University of New York. She is licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia and the State of Maryland and is certified by the American Speech Language Hearing Association.
For more than 20 years, Lauren has provided speech, language, and cognitive therapy services to people with stroke, acquired brain injury, brain tumors, and other complex neurologic diagnoses. Her therapy approach focuses on brain health optimization, life participation, and creative approaches to enhancing independence. Lauren is a strong client advocate who enjoys collaborating with families and health care professionals to ensure the highest quality of care for the whole person. She is passionate about supporting community stroke awareness and creates accessible, engaging, and empowering health education opportunities for individuals and community groups.
All are welcome to attend this support group for family and friends of those with dementia and other memory impairments. This group allows care partners to problem-solve, discuss issues, and connect with each other regarding dementia in every-day life. This group will also include practical resources and guest speakers throughout the year.
This group is facilitated by Insight staff and meets at Arden Courts of Fair Oaks on the second Wednesday of the month. All support groups are free and open to the public.
Please reach out to the event contact listed below to RSVP!
Join us for a discussion about the importance of socialization when aging. Research has found that social support can play a significant role in overall health as people age. Spending time with friends and family members can boost quality of life, including both physical and mental health.
This event is presented by the Insight Memory Care Center Education team at the Reston Community Center.
This group will offer a safe, welcoming and private setting for caregivers to share their caregiving experiences, connect with others going through the same journey and receive insight from an expert. There will also be group discussions and educational presentations about relevant caregiving topics.
The café is an opportunity for caregivers and their loved one with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or in the early to early mid-stage of their dementia journey to meet with others for support, companionship, and fun! The program provides structured activities to promote reminiscence, cognition, and engagement. There is also time to share in conversation and get to know others in a safe, supportive environment.
The Sterling Memory Cafe meets on the second Thursday of the month. To ensure we have space and program supplies for each participant, we ask that you please register in advance. We look forward to seeing you at the next cafe!
For the April cafe we will be enjoy a mental and physical challenge with some trivia cornhole!
The café is an opportunity for caregivers and their loved one with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or in the early to early mid-stage of their dementia journey to meet with others for support, companionship, and fun! The program provides structured activities to promote reminiscence, cognition, and engagement. There is also time to share in conversation and get to know others in a safe, supportive environment.
The Memory Cafe at Falls Church Arts meets on the second and fourth Fridays of the month. This group is offered in partnership between Insight and The Kensington Falls Church. Insight staff will lead engaging brain games during the 2nd Friday session, and Sally Evans, Falls Church Arts Instructor will lead arts activities during the 4th Friday session.
To ensure we have space and program supplies for each participant, we ask that you please register in advance. We look forward to seeing you at the next cafe!
The Primary Progressive Aphasia Memory Café is a monthly social gathering for caregivers & loved ones with progressive aphasia and mild memory loss hosted by Insight Memory Care Center. This cafe is a monthly engagement program of activities, recreation, peer support and socialization for individuals showing early signs of memory loss and progressive aphasia and their caregivers.
Every gathering is geared toward keeping the mind active during the early stages of progressive aphasia and improving communication and connection between caregivers and loved ones to the greatest degree possible.
To ensure we have space and program supplies for each participant, we ask that you please register in advance. We look forward to seeing you at the next café!
Details: 3rd Tuesday of the month from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Hope United Church of Christ, 6130 Old Telegraph Rd, Alexandria, VA 22310
Learn more about age-related changes in memory and learning, and practices to keep your brain sharp! Learn what to expect, what’s “normal,” and when it’s time to seek a doctor’s input.
This class is presented by the Insight team at the Little River Glen Senior Center, please RSVP with the contact listed below!
