Dementia Friendly Clarinda is an initiative to promote awareness of dementia in the community. It is a collaborative effort with businesses and the community to better meet the needs of those with dementia and their caregivers. Goals of this initiative include education of businesses & community members as well as creating new resources and support for families impacted by dementia.
Seeking dementia resources in Clarinda? Check out the brochure of local resources here.
Become a Dementia Friend on November 14 (5pm) at the Clarinda Lied Public Library! Learn more here.
New Dementia Caregiver Support Group! See details in flyer below.
Trained Dementia Friendly Businesses and Organizations:
Action Team Members:
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Debra Arbuckle, MSW, LISW
Waubonsie Mental Health Center (Community Co-Lead) -
Karen Brandt
Clarinda Public Library (Community Co-Lead) -
Pastor Ben McKim
Calvary Baptist Church -
Jeanine Bradley
Community Member -
Pam Anderson
Caregiver, Community Member -
Tom Maxwell
St. Croix Hospice