The mission of the St. Joseph Hospital Senior Resource Center in Nashua, New Hampshire, is to provide support to patients recently diagnosed with dementia or other memory related disorders, family members of those recently diagnosed, and caregivers.
Through support groups educational offerings, respite programs, and individual meetings, we strive to be the caring presence that is much needed during this time. All of our support groups and educational offerings are free of charge.
The St. Joseph Hospital Senior Resource Center Day Away Program is a social respite program for patients who are in the early to beginning stages of dementia or other memory related disorders. This program allows patients to engage in social activities, all while providing their caregivers with a well-deserved break. Some of the patient activities include creating artistic masterpieces, playing bingo, exercising, and more. During the timeframe of this program, we encourage caregivers to attend our Caregivers Support Group.
At St. Joseph Hospital Senior Resource Center in Nashua, New Hampshire, we proudly offer a wide variety of free educational events throughout the year. From January through May, and September through November, we offer a weekly educational speaking series on Fridays, from 10:00am to 12:00pm, featuring well known educators and advocates.
These individuals share their expertise on caregiving for patients with dementia or other memory related disorders. Experts come from Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. From June through August, we offer summer socials, which provide patients with dementia or other memory related disorders with activities and events to get them engaged. Please contact us directly for more information, as specific dates and times may vary.
At St. Joseph Hospital Senior Resource Center in Nashua, New Hampshire, we proudly offer an ongoing free support group for patients and caregivers throughout the community. This group is for anyone in the community who is caring for someone at any stage of dementia or other memory related disorders. This group is held on Mondays, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm.
At St. Joseph Hospital Senior Resource Center in Nashua, New Hampshire, we get to know you, learn about your lifestyle and goals, and take a proactive approach to your health.
Email: mcanto@sjhnh.org
Having been with St. Joseph Hospital since 2001, Michele holds a Bachelor of Science in Business and Marketing from Southern New Hampshire University. She is also a Certified Administrator of Volunteer Services (CAVS) through the Association for Healthcare Volunteer Resource Professionals.
Michele oversees many programs across St. Joseph Hospital, including the St. Joseph Hospital Senior Resource Center, Volunteer Services, Project SEARCH, Grey Nuns Thrift Shop, St. Joseph Hospital Gift Shop, Perinatal Bereavement Program, and Arts in the atrium.
