Events

Join us Thursday November 20th at 9:15am CST on Zoom for a heartwarming musical event designed especially for those living with dementia. Dementia Life Founder Mary Stoinski will be singing familiar favorites—songs that spark joy, evoke memories, and invite everyone to sing along. Whether you’re someone living with dementia, a memory care community, a caregiver, […]

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be deeply meaningful—but it can also be frustrating when their words or actions seem confusing, hurtful, or hard to manage. This session will help you understand why these behaviors happen and give you practical tools for responding with patience, compassion, and confidence. Together, we’ll explore real-life scenarios […]

Join us Monday November 24th at 10:30am CST on Zoom for a heartwarming musical event designed especially for those living with dementia. Dementia Life Founder Mary Stoinski will be singing familiar favorites—songs that spark joy, evoke memories, and invite everyone to sing along. Whether you’re someone living with dementia, a memory care community, a caregiver, […]

As dementia progresses, care needs often increase — sometimes beyond what one person can safely provide. In this free Dementia Life STL education session, we’ll help you: ✅ Identify signs that it’s time to bring in more help ✅ Understand your options - in home and care communities ✅ Learn realistic pros and cons of […]

In this warm and practical session, we’ll walk through the early, middle, and late stages of dementia, helping you understand what to expect and how to offer meaningful support at each point in the journey. You'll learn how to stay connected, adapt your care, and bring comfort and dignity to your loved one, no matter […]

Small changes can make a BIG difference. Join us for a practical, compassionate education on creating a dementia-friendly environment—at home and in memory care. You’ll learn how lighting, noise, layout, routine, and emotional tone impact comfort and behavior and discover simple changes that can reduce stress and support dignity for people living with dementia. This […]

Join us for the launch of our Dementia Education Series! In this introductory session, we’ll cover the basics of dementia — what it is, early signs, how it progresses, and how it can affect memory, behavior, and communication. You’ll also learn simple, caring ways to support your loved one in everyday moments. Our goal is […]

Small changes can make a BIG difference. Join us for a practical, compassionate education on creating a dementia-friendly environment—at home and in memory care. You’ll learn how lighting, noise, layout, routine, and emotional tone impact comfort and behavior and discover simple changes that can reduce stress and support dignity for people living with dementia. This […]

Join us January 15th at 9:45am CST on Zoom for a heartwarming musical event designed especially for those living with dementia. Dementia Life Founder Mary Stoinski will be singing familiar favorites—songs that spark joy, evoke memories, and invite everyone to sing along. Whether you’re someone living with dementia, a memory care community, a caregiver, a […]

In this session, you’ll learn the basics of dementia - what causes it, how it shows up, and how it changes over time. We’ll talk about how it affects memory, behavior, and communication, and share simple, caring ways to support your loved one. Our goal is to help you feel more confident and connected as […]

Food and drink are more than just necessary fuel — they’re comfort, routine, and connection. Dementia can change how your loved one experiences hunger, taste, and thirst, making mealtimes confusing or stressful for both of you. Join us to learn: Why dining can feel stressful with dementia and why it’s not intentional Common changes in appetite, […]