Dementia-Related Resources
This page contains links to dementia-related resources and support groups for the Flint Hills region.
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Resources
Looking to speak with an expert on dementia?
Call the Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline: 800-272-3900.
​Through this free service, specialists and master’s-level clinicians offer confidential support and information to people living with dementia, caregivers, families and the public.
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Interested in learning more about Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias?
Start by visiting www.Alzheimers.gov or www.ALZ.org.
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Explore the Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging Resource Library.
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Want to learn more about dementia friendly communities?
Visit Dementia Friendly America.
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Interested in becoming a Dementia Friend?
Visit Dementia Friends USA.
​Let us know when you've completed the training by sending an email to fhwcdementiafriendly@gmail.com.
Thank you for doing your part to work towards making Manhattan a more dementia-friendly place to live!
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Looking for respite care?
Visit the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services.
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Looking for memory care programs?
Visit Meadowlark Hills.
View a list of all memory care facilities in Riley County.
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Looking for caregiver support?
Browse free, evidence-based Best Practice Caregiving Programs.
View tips to manage caregiver stress.
View tips to manage your own health as a caregiver.
Visit Pawnee Mental Health Services.
Call in to the North Central Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging Caregiver Connections for a monthly informational phone call over a topic relevant to caregivers (every third Wednesday from 2–3pm).
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Looking for at-home care options?
Use the Alzheimer's Association Community Resource Finder.
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Looking for long term care information?
Visit the KDADS Long Term Services & Supports Page.
Visit the Administration for Community Living.
Estimate the cost of long term care in your area.
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I'm an employer. Where can I find free dementia training for my employees?
Work to become a dementia-friendly business by completing an online 30-minute training with your team. Contact us for support or to inquire about in-person training.
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Let us know when you've completed the training by sending an email to fhwcdementiafriendly@gmail.com. We are happy to provide support for any questions you might have. Thank you for doing your part to work towards making Manhattan a more dementia-friendly place to live!
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Local Support Groups
Manhattan: Meadowlark Memory Care Partner Support Group
Location: Meadowlark Hills - Flint Hills Room & on Zoom
2121 Meadowlark Rd
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The Meadowlark Memory Care Partner Group meets every Wednesday from 10–11am in the Flint Hills Room at Meadowlark.
The Memory Care Partner Support Group provides opportunities for discussion related to challenges of a caregiver and ways to cope with the daily struggles of providing care to a loved one with memory and/or cognitive changes.
Meadowlark Memory Program staff facilitate discussions and provide education and resources related to specific topics as needed.
New guests are encouraged to schedule a free consultation prior to attending groups or classes. Call or email to schedule and receive the Zoom link.
Michelle Haub, Meadowlark Special Programs Leader
785-323-3899
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Manhattan: Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Coffee Chats
Location: Manhattan Senior Center of Riley County
301 N. 4th St
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Meets the second and fourth Monday of every month from 10:30-11:30am for individuals who are a caregiver of someone with a dementia or memory loss diagnosis.
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Individuals living with dementia are also welcome to attend and engage in conversation in a separate space as part of the Meadowlark Memory Program's Mindful Memories.
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View the Alzheimer's Association Support Group Schedule here.
View the Heart of America Chapter's Upcoming Events here.
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Contact:
Prisca Mendez Asaro, Program Director
Alzheimer's Association, Heart of America
913-948-8655
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Wamego: Dementia Care Partner Support Group
Location: Wamego United Methodist Church
600 Lincoln Avenue
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The Dementia Care Partner Support Group provides opportunities for discussion related to challenges of a caregiver and ways to cope with the daily struggles of providing care to a loved one with memory and/or cognitive changes.
Meadowlark Memory Program staff facilitate discussions and provide education and resources related to specific topics as needed.
Meetings occur on the second Thursday of each month from 4:30-5:30 p.m at Wamego United Methodist Church.
Contacts for the Wamego group:
Michelle Haub, Meadowlark Special Programs Leader
785-323-3899
mhaub@meadowlark.org
Trish Oviatt, Church Administrator
785-456-7495
trish@wamegoumc.org
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