What is Casa de Vida?
Casa de Vida: Alzheimer's and Dementia Respite Care
Casa de Vida was established in 2007 as an onsite day program that provides a weekly respite break for family caregivers of persons with early to mid-stage dementia, including Alzheimer’s. Our trained volunteer staffed programming results in family caregivers who are renewed and refreshed by short term relief. Additionally, persons with dementia enjoy social and creative activities.
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Caring Companion volunteers are a very special element of this program. A Caring Companion is assigned to each participant. The Caring Companion is there to reassure the participant, provide one-on-one care and provide weekly continuity. All volunteers participate in regular training.
Casa Participants are individuals of any faith, race, or ethnicity who are in the early to moderate stages of Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. The cost is $15 per weekly session (Scholarships are available).
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Casa de Vida meets weekly on Wednesdays from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
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A typical day at Casa includes:
Coffee & Conversation
Musical Memories
Memory Matters
Yoga or Exercise
Variety of Activities
Lunch
Bingo
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The program is enhanced with weekly themes and monthly programs, such as music performances and creative art programs. Check out here for more details.
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Are you caring for a loved one with dementia? We know it can be challenging. Casa de Vida offers a monthly support group for caregivers on every 4th Wednesday. Here you can connect with others who understand your experiences, share advice, and find emotional support. Reach out to casa@northparkpres.org to learn more and sign up or click here to find more details. Your loved one does not have to be enrolled in the Casa de Vida program for you to attend.
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For more information, questions or concerns, contact Kathryn Qualia.
