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Lynden Tribune | Wednesday, July 19, 2023 | Ferndale Record
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Old Friends Club offers much needed relief for caregivers
Local organization offers respite care for people helping loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease
By Sarah McCauley For the Tribune
LYNDEN — What can be one of the most isolating experiences is transformed into a source of connection and community through the Old Friends Club. The program offers respite care to anyone who is caring for a loved one with de-
mentia. This program also fills a need in the Lynden community. According to the organization’s website, Old Friends Club empowers communities to cultivate joy in the lives of adults with cognitive challenges and nourish the well-being of family caregivers. Observing one of their groups filled with smiles and games, it’s clear the organization is meeting this standard.
The crew at Old Friends Club’s Bellingham branch, above, spends the day laughing and sharing stories under the guidance of Activities Coordinator, Megan Dufault, (centered in photo) and Program Assistant Shawn Monninger (not pictured here). (Sarah McCauley for the Tribune)
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