Lunch, Interaction, Nurturing, and Companionship (LINC)

The Helen Bloom LINC program (Lunch, Interaction, Nurturing and Companionship) serves elders experiencing memory loss and dementia, together with their caregivers – both home health aides and family caregivers. Participants gather in a sunny room at Council House, engage in greetings and discussion, a group activity — such as an art project, movement therapy, pet therapy or guided reminiscence — followed by lunch. After lunch a professional musician leads singing and dancing, each participating according to their own abilities and preferences.

Watch our 2-minute video to learn more about LINC

LINC is an intimate environment that takes a highly individualized, strengths-based approach. Our professional program facilitators meet each participant where they are and build on their interests and capacities. By engaging elders in stimulating activities and encouraging positive self-expression, the LINC program improves clients’ mood and function throughout the day and the week. LINC also benefits caregivers, helping them build their skills and resilience while participating in joyful activities.

“We came into LINC with Dad…It definitely helped him stay connected and alert for many years beyond. He’s now 98.”

Daughter of LINC participant

LINC operates Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, from 11:30 to 2:30 pm. We’d love to welcome you to the LINC community. To learn more, please contact Social Worker Letitia Maun at lmaun@ncjwny.org or at 646-884-9471. Or, fill out the form below: