Songs & Smiles

The Alzheimer’s journey is difficult, but it can still be marked by love and joy. Our resources are crafted to keep families connected during Alzheimer’s. Browse our site for practical tips, ideas, and encouragement. We invite you to CONNECT WITH JOY through our singalong videos and Joyful Memories, our dementia-friendly magazine. CARE TIPSSINGALONGSMAGAZINE Latest Issue of Joyful Memories magazine: TOYS … $8 (includes shipping) Special discount pricing when you purchase All 7 Issues. Visit our YouTube Channel for fun singalong videos. Learn about Becoming a Songs & Smiles Singalong Leader. We support caregivers and families during the Alzheimer’s journey, encouraging them to celebrate life with love and laughter. We know how hard it can be to connect with someone who has Alzheimer’s, but we also know the tremendous value of each person and every shared moment of joy. So, we sing and we smile. We rethink how we have conversations, and we look for creative ways to connect. READ “OUR STORY” READ “FACING ALZHEIMER’S WITH SONGS, SMILES, AND JOY” READ: CAREGIVER STORY: MY AUNT SUE AND UNCLE DALE Now booking in-person Singalongs in Dallas-Fort Worth, Chicago, and Pittsburgh. Join Eric at an Upcoming Community Singalong: 11 am on Wednesday, January 29 at Haltom City Senior Center 3 pm on Tuesday, February 4 at Flower Mound Senior Center For more dementia-friendly events in north Texas, visit:Dementia Friendly Denton County,  Dementia Friendly Fort Worth, or Dementia Friendly Dallas. Read the article about Songs & Smiles published by The Dallas Morning News. Joyful Memories Magazine named a GDUSA Health+Wellness Design Awards Winner. Story on Shoutout DFW website. Songs & Smiles Brand Ambassador: Lance A. Slatton and All Home Care Matters Podcast/Radio Appearances by Eric Kolb: All Home Care Matters with Lance A. Slatton Alzheimer’s Speaks Podcast with Lori La Bey The ‘D’ Word (June 12, 2023) on UK Health Radio Music Helps with Nina Clark from Musical Walkabout Prime Life Podcast with Mary Falletti-Crean and Josef Katz A Season of Caring with Rayna Neises Caring for a loved one living with Alzheimer’s presents unique challenges, and the journey can last for many years. Sadly, many caregivers get worn out and families often drift apart. Everything we do is about keeping families connected during the journey. Join us in encouraging and supporting caregivers and families. WHY WE EXISTDONATE READ “TALKING WITH SOMEONE WHO HAS ALZHEIMER’S” READ “LINKS TO RESOURCES FOR ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVERS”