Connection Cafés

What Is A DSF

Connection Café?

Welcome to Connection Cafes, a community for people living with dementia and their care partners. Connection Cafes or memory cafes offer a safe and supportive environment to connect, learn, and socialize. We hope you join us!

What should I expect when attending a cafe?

As the name suggests, the cafes are a safe space for those living with dementia to form new connections and strengthen existing ones.

Regular socialization helps stimulate the mind of those living with dementia. The cafes also connect attendees with others who share similar experiences.

Care partners also benefit from the cafes. Here they can connect with and learn from others in the community. Our Connection Cafes are facilitated by Alyss Amster and Lynn Ross who have experience working with people living with dementia.

Where are Connection Cafes currently being held?

GEORGIA LOCATIONS

Roswell

When: First & Third Friday Of The Month

Time: 1:30-3:30 PM

Where: Roswell Senior Center

1250 Warsaw Rd, Roswell, GA 30076

For More Info or Sponsor A Cafe, Contact Alyss Amster: 678-332-1711 or alyss@dementiaspotlightfoundation.org

Stone Mountain

When: Every Second Friday Of The Month

Time: 11:30-1:30pm

Where: East Central DeKalb Community and Senior Center

4885 Elam Road, Stone Mountain, GA 30083

For More Info, Contact Alyss Amster: 678-332-1711 or alyss@dementiaspotlightfoundation.org

Coming Soon In 2026 To Decatur!

FLORIDA LOCATIONS

Brooksville

When: Every 4th Tuesday Of The Month

Time: 1:00 PM

Where: West Hernando Branch Library

6335 Blackbird Ave. Brooksville, FL 34613

For more info contact Gary Joseph LeBlanc at gary@dementiaspotlightfoundation.org or call (352) 345-6270

Why are Connection Cafes Important?

Share a fun, social event with your loved one
Find a sense of belonging with others who share similar experiences
Learn new techniques and activities to use at home
Take a break from the typical routine
Improve overall well-being through socialization

What’s the Difference?

Connection Cafes vs. Dementia Support Groups

Connection Cafes also known as Memory Cafes differ from support groups in a few key ways. Connection Cafes are focused on social connection and community building, whereas dementia support groups tend to be more focused on problem-solving and sharing information. Support groups usually cater to the care partner solely, whereas Connection Cafes are for both those living with dementia and their care partner to form new connections and strengthen existing ones.

Connection Cafes are also designed to be more relaxed and informal, creating a welcoming and non-judgmental space for people to connect.

Proudly Partnered with Senior Services North Fulton

Dementia Spotlight Foundation is proud to partner with Senior Services North Fulton (SSNF) for our Connection Cafes. SSNF is a nonprofit that has been supporting the elderly in North Fulton for over 30 years. SSNF offers programs and services like Meals on Wheels, transportation to medical appointments, and operates 7 senior centers. Roswell Senior Center hosts our bi-monthly Connection Café.

Contact Us

to sponsor a café or Start Your Own Connection Cafe

Interested in sponsoring one of our current Connection Cafes or starting one of your own? We’d love to help. Contact us and someone will reach out to explore further.