The Dementia Friends Indiana (DFI) movement seeks to advance education and awareness of dementia, reduce the stigma associated with the disease, and create community environments that are welcoming and conducive for those living with dementia. LifeSpan Resources is the DFI Champion Agency for Clark, Floyd, Harrison and Scott Counties, Indiana.
What is a Dementia Friend?
A Dementia Friend is someone who wants to make a positive difference in the lives of people living with dementia through increased awareness and support. Even small changes can help support people living with dementia to remain included, accepted and connected with their community.
Why become a Dementia Friend?
How to become a Dementia Friend
To become a Dementia Friend, you can either attend an in-person workshop or complete an online video workshop. LifeSpan Resources offers in person workshops every fourth Friday of the month at its main offices in New Albany, Indiana. You can register for the workshops at: DementiaFriendsIndiana.org
To Become A Friend via the on line video workshop, go to: DementiaFriendsIndiana.org and click on Become a Friend, then Watch On Line Video Session. You will be directed to download and print your workbook prior to watching the 30-minute video session. You will download and print a Certificate of Completion after viewing the video. Please snap a selfie with your Certificate and send to Lucy Koesters at lkoesters@lsr14.org.
Dementia Friends Indiana. It starts with you.
CONTACT NUMBERS
Clark & Floyd Counties
812-948-8330
Harrison & Scott Counties
888-948-8330 Toll Free
Long-Term Care Ombudsman
812-948-6428
MAIN OFFICE LOCATION
33 State St 3rd Floor, New Albany, IN 47150
OFFICE HOURS
Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30p.m.
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