MUSICAL MEMORIES

ChangingtheLivesofPeoplewithDementia ThroughPersonalizedMusic

Musical Memories is designed to help people with any kind of dementia fnd renewed meaning and connection in their lives through the gift of personalized music at no cost. Participants will be given an iPod loaded with your favorite music, a charger & headphones. Participation is for individuals with dementia who are living in their home or caregiver’s home (not a care facility). The iPod is simple to turn on and adjust the volume we will show you how!

If you are interested in the Musical Memories Program and wish to learn more, contact Liz Nett at the Aging & Disability Resource Center, 715-839-4735.

February is known for Black History Month, the Superbowl, Valentine’s Day, and Groundhog's Day. It is a time for social gatherings, traditions, time to refect on culture and create space for appreciation and history. February is less known for Youth Mental Health Awareness month, 211 Day, and National Acts of Kindness week. Mental health has been at the forefront of our society with the Covid-19 Pandemic.

2-1-1 is here during this time of transition. We can provide supportive listening, help during a crisis, or provide mental health or substance use resources such as information on support groups or community counseling agencies. We are free, confdential, and here to serve those of all ages and backgrounds.

211 Day (February 11th) celebrates our organization and those who support it in our communities. Did you know most states have a 2-1-1 and that we operate a database with a variety of human service-related resources. Not all centers operate 24/7 as ours does. In addition, GR211 has a crisis line which is a unique resource not every 2-1-1 has. 2-1-1 keeps evolving more and more to serve more people and meet the most prominent needs of our communities. You can go to our website for more details about our history or order resource materials to advertise our services to the community.

National Acts of Kindness Week is Feb 17th -23rd. This is a time to participate in spreading kindness and celebrating what kindness can do for each of us. Think of something you can do each day of the week during this time or throughout the week to spread and celebrate kindness with those around you. It will make a bigger impact than you know, and it feels good to be kind!

Simply Dial 2-1-1 * Get Connected, Get Answers column is provided by Great Rivers 2-1-1, an information & referral and crisis line service. Professionally trained staf can answer your questions about local, statewide, and national resources and can assist you with all kinds of life situations and challenges. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Free and Confdential.

Simply dial the three-digit telephone number 2-1-1 or (800) 362-8255 to learn more Language Interpretation is available Chat with us at our website www.greatrivers211.org Or text your zip code to 898211