Engagement and Socialization – Website Resources

Connected Horse was established in 2015 to help people affected by memory changes and dementia along with their care partners through therapeutic equine-guided workshops. Based on research conducted at Stanford University and UC Davis, our programs focus on the relationships between people and horses. They have in person workshops and online training programs.

The Sweet Readers is an organization empowering young people to revitalize isolated older adults living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia, and to become catalysts for eldercare excellence.

A centralized source of free information for families seeking Memory Cafés and Memory Cafés seeking participants. A Memory Café is a safe and comfortable space where care partners and their loved ones can socialize, listen to music, play games, and enjoy other appropriate activities. They provide mutual support and exchange information.

A worldwide volunteer campaign for dementia awareness. Purple Angel raises awareness and support for people with dementia and their care partners. There are resources in the website for people living with dementia and their care partners.

A community of people living with young onset dementia, their family and friends, as well as professionals who work in the field of health and social care and voluntary sector.