Friendly Companions

Days can be lonely for people with Alzheimer’s and similar conditions. Friends may drop by less often, outings are not as much fun as they once were and even family members may find it difficult to visit.

But no one needs to be lonely at Hope.

"My wife resisted going at first,
but a staff member would greet her by name,
put an arm around her and ask for her help
with some task in the center.
Feeling like she was needed made it easier.
With just a few days of that loving care
she’s been up early and ready to go ever since."
Edward Cornell, Cranston

From the welcoming hugs and smiles participants receive when they arrive, to chats at the “lunch counter,” to quiet moments with understanding staff, there is simply always someone who cares.

At Hope, we recognize that every participant comes with his or her own special abilities, talents, desires and concerns. Our job is to emphasize strengths, help each person feel capable and independent, and fill each day with friendship, affection and enjoyable things to do.