About Us
Friends at the Lake is a volunteer-driven, social model program that brings forth a system of care support, a respite - “a short period of relief from something difficult” for all people involved - the caregiver, the friend
living with dementia, and the volunteer.
Our volunteers are trained in the social and relational aspects of caring for our friends living with dementia, offering mental stimulation and socialization while developing relationships that fill people up with a sense of well-being.
Mission
Friends at the Lake addresses isolation, meaning, and
purpose. Our mission is to fill our friends with:
Who is eligible & What do we provide
Anyone living with memory loss, Alzheimer's disease, and all other dementias.
No medications or personal care assistance provided.
We provide:
Schedule
WHEN: Tuesdays
TIME: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
WHERE: Lake Street Methodist
337 Lake Street
Eau Claire, WI
COST: $40 per session
Scholarships available
Interested in learning more?
If you are interested in learning more and would like to join our program OR interested in volunteering your time, please contact:
Laurie Van Beek
715-832-6603
laurievb@lakestreetumc.org