LifePath’s Community Engagement Center Open House Provides Information and Support
Information and support, along with free chair massages, were offered at the Community Engagement Center (CEC) Open House, which took place on Wednesday, November 13, at LifePath. Speakers included Meghan Lemay, from the Alzheimer’s Association, who presented on both “Communication Techniques for People with Dementia” and “Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors,” and Sue Tracy, from All
LifePath’s Community Engagement Center—A Place of Kindness and Caring
Imagine starting your day with a big smile and a warm hug from a friend. Viviane, a woman of few words, fills the room with joy as she warmly welcomes the other ten people who come together twice a week to spend time together at the Community Engagement Center (CEC).
As people settle in around the
Community Engagement Center (CEC) Donations: What We Need
Donations of the following items for the Community Engagement Center are welcomed.
Different textured balls (dryer balls, tennis balls, wiffle balls, etc.) Different textured fabrics Art supplies Yarn Beads and jewelry-making supplies Large buttons for sorting Larger nuts and bolts for sorting, screwing together Musical instruments (bells, maracas, shakers, etc.) Simple adult coloring books Scarves for waving, dancing Table easels CDs with music from the 40s, 50s
LifePath and The Care Collaborative Hold an Open House for the Community
On Monday, November 13, LifePath and The Care Collaborative opened the doors of the new Community Engagement Center (CEC) to the public for an open house. Earlier this year, the Healey-Driscoll Administration awarded LifePath over $450,000 to create a space for caregiver respite. As that space, the CEC can host up to 15 individuals daily.
LifePath Is Creating a Community Engagement Center for Older Adults, People with Disabilities, and Caregivers!
Things are changing in Western Massachusetts for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers, alike! The Healey-Driscoll Administration has awarded LifePath over $450,000 for the creation of an innovative Community Engagement Center (CEC) where caregivers can find respite and information. In late fall, there’ll be a place for caregivers to connect, access services and supports,