Everyday Dementia Guide

15. Is it too late to make new friends?


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It's June, which is Alzheimer’s and brain awareness month, and we’re talking about friends. One of the best things you can do for your brain is to engage socially. But what if you’re living with cognitive impairment, either yourself or a loved one? You might be feeling alone, especially if some of your relationships are changing. There may be some hard realities in store, but this does not mean the end of friends.  Today we’re talking about staying connected and even making new friends when there’s cognitive impairment in your future.

In this episode:

  • What are common relationship changes?
  • What are some approachable places to find new friends at this point?
  • What's the most important factor?

Resources: 

5 Easy Ways to Find New Friends - Download and print this tip sheet for when your feeling stuck and want to find some new friends

 

What did you think of the tips? We'd love to hear from you!

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