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On a Positive Note – Video and Lyrics for “Here Comes the Sun”

Join On a Positive Note in learning songs for Spring 2020 – and here is song #2! If you aren’t a current member of On a Positive Note chorus, you can still laugh and sing along with your loved ones! Join us in creating moments of joy right where you are! https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/on-a-positive-note-video-and-lyrics-for-here-comes-the-sun/

On a Positive Note – Video and Lyrics for “Don’t Fence Me In”

Join On a Positive Note in learning songs for Spring 2020! Director Kathleen Albrecht, along with her husband Bill and daughter Emily, bring you videos of the songs which would be typically rehearsed in-person at the Thompson Center on Lourdes. BUT, since face-to-face time is limited, Kathleen and Susan wanted to bring the music right into your home! Even if you aren’t a current member of On a Positive Note chorus, share in the joy this video is sure to […] https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/on-a-positive-note-video-and-lyrics-for-dont-fence-me-in/

Fox Valley Memory Project Programming Cancellations through April 5

In light of recent guidelines and restrictions, Fox Valley Memory Project programs and activities from Friday, March 20 through Sunday, April 5 are cancelled. Please see the list below for the cancelled activities: Memory Cafe at St Paul’s Memory Resource Center (Monday, March 23 at 10:30a) Mindworks at Goodwill Community Campus (Tuesday, March 24 from 11:00a – 2:15p) Memory Cafe at St John UCC (Tuesday, March 24 at 1:30p) TLC Caregiver Support Group face-to-face meeting (Tuesday, March 24 at 1:00p) […] https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/fox-valley-memory-project-programming-cancellations-through-april-5/

Memory Cafes Cancelled for March 16th, March 18th, and March 19th

Staff and volunteers of Fox Valley Memory Project have decided to cancel next week’s Memory Cafes: Neenah Public Library (Monday, March 16th) at 1:30p Menasha Public Library (Wednesday, March 18th) at 1:30p Memorial Presbyterian Church (Thursday, March 19th) at 1:30p While this is a difficult decision to make, we understand that it is a responsible decision to ensure the health and safety of our participants. We will be making decisions regarding the March 23, March 24, and March 25 Memory […] https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/memory-cafes-cancelled-for-march-16th-march-18th-and-march-19th/

NBC26 Cares Spotlights Caregivers in the Fox Valley

A big thank you to Harriet Redman and Lisa Schneider (on behalf of the Wisconsin Family and Caregiver Support Alliance, along with Respite Care Association of Wisconsin) for assisting Fox Valley Memory Project highlight one important opportunity for caregivers in our community. Also, thank you to Stacy Engebretson and her team for taking the time to speak with caregivers, staff, and participants to create a wonderful story. Click here to see the full story by Stacy Engebretson. https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/nbc26-cares-spotlights-caregivers-in-the-fox-valley/

Join Fox Valley Memory Project at SPARK!

Come along and try something new – SPARK! at the Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass! We will meet at the Bergstrom-Mahler Museum on Tuesday, January 14 at 10:30a. Follow the link below for more information and to register for the event. We hope you’ll join in to try something you might not have before – New Year, New Opportunities! SPARK! January ’20 https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/join-fox-valley-memory-project-at-spark/

Holiday Sing-A-Long with On a Positive Note

The On a Positive Note Chorus will sing classic holiday tunes at the Building For Kids SPARK! program. Join them there (100 W College Avenue, Appleton) on Friday, December 20 at 2:00p to sing-a-long and really get into the Christmas spirit! SPARK! https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/holiday-sing-a-long-with-on-a-positive-note/

Join On a Positive Note Chorus for an Afternoon of Musical Exploration!

On a Positive Note, the Jukebox Quartet, and John McFadden and his ukulele come together for an afternoon of music that is sure to have you tapping your toes and singing along! Music-themed artwork from Memory Cafe participants will be proudly displayed to bring sounds and sights together in perfect harmony. We hope to see you there! Please click here for the flyer with full information. When? Saturday, November 9 at 2:00p Where? Thompson Center on Lourdes (2331 E Lourdes […] https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/join-on-a-positive-note-chorus-for-an-afternoon-of-musical-exploration/

To Your Health & Safety Seminar

Saturday, November 9, St. Paul’s Memory Care Resource Center is hosting a cost-free seminar for both persons living with dementia and their care partners focusing on health and safety. Sergeant Carrie Peters of the Appleton Police Department will discuss creating safety plans. Laura Charlier, dietician at St. Paul Elder Services will provide a cooking demonstration focused on the MIND diet and share more on the MIND diet and recipes that support memory health. A panel of experts will be addressing […] https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/to-your-health-safety-seminar/

Your Pharmacy, Your Partner

There is a saying, “Drugs don’t work in people who don’t take them.” One of your best allies in maintaining optimum health can be your pharmacist. Understanding that relationship and the ways that both you as the consumer, and the pharmacy can relate results is not only the best service, but also increases the chance for better compliance. There are several factors for your consideration in making the most of your pharmacy relationship. Busy times at pharmacies can mean more […] https://www.foxvalleymemoryproject.org/your-pharmacy-your-partner/