(Creating Dementia Solutions 45) A Little Telephone Reassurance Can Make a Big Difference

This time on Creating Dementia Solutions, we focus on a program which can potentially help folks displaying early signs of dementia. But, it really can help any senior who is, perhaps, shut-in and/or lacking social interaction.Pat Fosdick sits down and discusses the Telephone Reassurance program in Calhoun County (also implemented in other areas). We find out the interaction can be a lot more than just social.Episode ResourcesMiles for Memories websiteMiles for Memories technologySherii Sherban talks to Community Matters about MFM technologyMore Creating Dementia Solutions episodesTelephone Reassurance: 269-966-2450ABOUT MILES FOR MEMORIESMiles For Memories is a Calhoun County, Michigan organization created in 2013 to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s Disease. Later in 2014, the vision was expanded to include all types of dementia. MFM raises money each year through sponsorships, community events, and grants to gather funds to create local programming for both the person living with dementia and the caregiver. Along with local efforts, 20% of the funds to prevention-related dementia research. Miles for Memories is a committee of 70-plus volunteers and are always looking for more to get involved.