Memory Care Help

High school students visiting nursing homes in Kansas City to support seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia through gestures of care and engagement.

Welcome

Memory Care Help connects students with seniors to brighten their day and teach youth about Alzheimer’s and dementia care.

Introduction

Weekly visits to nursing homes
Observing daily routines of seniors
Providing small gestures of care: flowers, greeting cards, smiles
Educating youth about dementia and Alzheimer’s

Contact Us

Gallery

Flowers for residents

Greeting cards for residents

High schooler visiting senior

Art activity with residents

Impact

Brightened the days of seniors through personal gestures
Increased empathy and understanding among youth
Created meaningful intergenerational connections
Provided peer education on dementia care and Alzheimer’s