As part of Dementia Friendly Week, the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of St. Croix County is co-hosting and sharing local events to raise awareness about dementia.
June 7 - CLIMB Theatre Presents “Grandpa and Lucy: A Story About Love and Dementia”
- Wednesday, June 7
- 6:15 pm
- Hudson United Methodist Church - 1401 Laurel Ave. Hudson, WI
- Registration Required
June 8 - CLIMB Theatre Presents “Grandpa and Lucy: A Story About Love and Dementia”
- Thursday, June 8
- 3 pm
- Wellhaven Senior Living - 119 Union St. River Falls, WI
June 11 - The Whitesidewalls Rock’n’Roll Revue
- Sunday, June 11
- 12:30 – 1:45pm
- Bandshell at Lakefront Park in Hudson
- Bring your own lawn chairs
CLIMB Theatre Presents “Grandpa and Lucy: A Story About Love and Dementia”
In partnership with the ADRCs of Pierce and St. Croix Counties and the St. Croix Valley Dementia Friendly Communities Coalition, CLIMB Theatre presents their Alzheimer’s Awareness play, “Grandpa and Lucy” based on the children's book by Edie Weinstein. This play aims to help kids and parents strengthen their intergenerational relationships with older relatives who may be struggling with Alzheimer's or other forms of Dementia.
This event is free, open to the public, and great for ages 5 and up. There will be a talkback following the event.
Hudson
- Wednesday, June 7
- 6:15 pm
- Hudson United Methodist Church - 1401 Laurel Ave. Hudson, WI
A boxed meal will be available at the Hudson performance beginning at 5:30, along with vendor tables. Registration is required for this performance, please call Amy Luther at (715) 273-6780. The performance will begin at 6:15 p.m.
River Falls
- Thursday, June 8
- 3 pm
- Wellhaven Senior Living - 119 Union St. River Falls, WI
Through the ADRC, everyone in Pierce and St. Croix Counties has free access to CLIMB’s online platform of additional resources, including an animated version of the play, fun activities, and supplemental curriculum. To sign up or log into an existing account, visit the CLIMB Theater website.
About CLIMB Theatre
CLIMB Theatre is a youth-centered organization that uses theatre to teach social-emotional learning in a way that is intentionally intersectional. Based out of Inver Grove Heights, MN, the touring company brings programming to schools, libraries, and beyond across the Midwest. Their mission is to inspire and propel people towards acts that benefit themselves, others, and their community. Grandpa and Lucy is a part of their efforts to forge intergenerational connections and support young people within the community.
Learn more and find other performances near you.
The Whitesidewalls Rock’n’Roll Revue
Music can be helpful for those living with dementia. It has the power to evoke emotions, stimulate memories, and provide a sense of comfort, connection, and overall well-being. The Whitesidewalls Rock’n’Roll Revue (a Doo-Wop, Rockabilly and Rock and Roll band) will be performing at the Hudson bandshell on Sunday June 11.
- Sunday, June 11
- 12:30 – 1:45pm
- Bandshell at Lakefront Park in Hudson
- Bring your own lawn chairs
More Information
Contact the Kimberly Bauer, ADRC Dementia Care Specialist for more information.
AGING & DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER OF ST. CROIX COUNTY – empowers and supports older adults, people who have a disability and their families by serving as a central source of information, assistance, support, and access to community resources.