Memory loss choir begins in River Falls on September 14, 2026 at 10 am at 110 N. 3rd Street, River Falls, WI.

Among Friends is a dementia respite program in River Falls, Tuesdays and Thursdays 9-3. Contact us for more information.

Among Friends was delighted to welcome residents of The Sycamore for lunch and music this week. After a getting to know one another over a tasty lunch, we all joined together with our music director, Martha TerMaat, for music. At Among Friends, we don't just listen to music, we help to make music as well. Our favorite drum is a conga. We have many of them, thanks to a grant from St. Croix Electric Co-Op a couple of years ago. They also helped us buy two sets of bongos. Add to

If you have a few hours to give on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9 am and 3 pm, join Among friends dementia program as a volunteer.

Among Friends is happy to share our great news. On April 9, 2026, we were chosen to receive funds from River Falls' Power of 100 Women. This group is composed of local women who want to make our community better by supporting local nonprofit organizations. Our dementia social respite program is supported entirely by the modest fees families pay, grants, and individual donations. We are always looking for wonderful organizations who believe in our mission and are willing to su

There is nothing better than a good chat with a friend, especially if it occurs when we are engaged in something we love to do. We have all had conversations where we came away thinking that we feel more alive, excited, or challenged by what we have heard or said. For those experiencing dementia, social interactions of all kinds--conversations, puzzles, games, group activities--provide cognitive stimulation to help maintain mental sharpness. We at Among Friends understand how

Early in their career, The Who had a hit that we may still hear since they have turned the music of our youth into grocery store Muzac: I don't mind other guys dancing with my girl That's fine, I know them all pretty well But I know sometimes I must get out in the light Better leave her behind with the kids, they're alright The kids are alright. (The Who has contributed to the misspelling of "all right" plaguing us all!) At Among Friends, some "girls" will dance with other gu

If you have been following our Among Friends blog for a while, you know that our program has a profound impact on families experiencing dementia in Pierce and St. Croix counties. While daily fees cover some of our expenses, we depend on grants and individual donations for a large proportion of our operating costs. The need for our program continues to grow, but granting institutions are being overwhelmed with requests right now due to state and federal cuts for social service

Some of us in Wisconsin love the snow, the cold temperatures, and the feel of winter. And some of us stick it out here during the winter months because we have nothing better to do. We have a great idea for those of us who are looking for something new to fill a winter morning or an afternoon on Tuesdays and Thursdays--all day or part of a day, once a week or twice a week, once a month or twice a month. We are flexible. You can volunteer at Among Friends Dementia Social Resp

Tuesday, December 2, is Giving Tuesday. If you are thinking of ways to give back to your community during this holiday season, please consider making a contribution to Among Friends Dementia Social Respite Program. There are two ways to donate: Donate online at https://firstchurchrf.org/give . Make sure to go to the dropdown menu and choose Among Friends. Send a check to Among Friends, 110 N. 3rd Street, River Falls, WI 54022. Among Friends is a locally run community-based no

Among Friends participants and volunteers recently packaged petfood to be donated to the River Falls Food Pantry. When families face food insecurity, it is not only the human members of those families who go hungry but also their dogs and cats. For that reason, most food pantries also offer food for families' beloved pets. The Wisconsin Humane Society is reporting an increased demand for petfood at area food pantries in order for families to keep their pets at home. But becau

Everyone knows that being with friends, engaging in fun and stimulating activities, and enjoying the moment is the best. Community programs such as Among Friends for individuals living with dementia and their caregivers are being recognized as important in helping to slow cognitive decline while providing a variety of activities that appeal to their participants. Among Friends is not a one-size-fits-all kind of program. Each of our participants brings his or her own preferen

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For individuals with dementia, making art brings emotional and cognitive well being.

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Art projects are a regular part of the day'sArt projects are a regular part of the day's activities at Among Friends Social Respite Program.

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