erlensee to Host Dementia Awareness Event with Lecture & Immersive Experiance
Erlensee, Germany – residents of Erlensee and the surrounding Main-Kinzig district will have the possibility to deepen their understanding of dementia at a special event on Thursday, october 23, 2025, at 2 p.m. in the Erlenhalle. The event will feature a lecture and a unique, hands-on experience designed to foster empathy and improve support for those living with the condition and their caregivers.
Simone grecki, the Dementia Representative for the Main-Kinzig district, will lead a presentation titled “How can you counter this challenge and support those affected?” The lecture will cover essential information about dementia, including its symptoms, progression, and effective strategies for communication and care.
A key component of the event will be a dementia course, offering participants the chance to experience simulated symptoms of the disease through a series of stations. This immersive experience aims to provide valuable insight into the daily challenges faced by individuals with dementia,helping attendees better understand their behaviors and reactions.
Organizers emphasize that the dementia course is specifically designed for healthy individuals and is not intended for diagnosis. It’s a tool for building empathy and understanding, not a medical assessment.
Following the lecture and course, the city of Erlensee will host a coffee and cake reception, providing a relaxed setting for shared discussion and advice. The entire event is expected to last approximately two hours and is free of charge to attend.
Registration is required for planning purposes. Interested individuals can register with the senior citizens’ office by contacting Kathrin Smola-Peter at 06183 / 9151-508, Reiner Mayer at 06183/9151 500, or via email at seniorenbuero@erlensee.de.
The event is pictured with Simone Grecki at a dementia parcours station (photo credit: City of Langenselbold).
