Local care specialists launch first-ever ‘memory cafe’ in the Upstate

Local care specialists launch first-ever ‘memory cafe’ in the Upstate 
WSPA Greenville, SC; by Simone Jameson; 3/3/25 
Some Upstate care providers are bringing a new concept to the region they said will benefit families of adults with dementia. The Blake at Hollingsworth Park Assisted Living and Think Different Dementia are two partners behind a first of its kind ‘memory cafe’ in Greenville. ‘The Upstate Memory Cafe’ provides a community setting where people living with dementia and their caregivers can bond. ... Organizers told 7NEWS the ‘memory cafe’ offers a space where attendees play cards, make flowers and do other activities together. They said ten to twelve home health care and hospice representatives are present for each meeting and educate families on best dementia care practices, while offering them support and respite services.