North Ridgeville recognized as a Dementia-Friendly Community: Short Takes on Avon, Avon Lake and North Ridgeville [Video]

North Ridgeville, Ohio

City officials recently announced that North Ridgeville has been recognized by Dementia Friendly America (DFA) as a Dementia-Friendly Community. DFA is a national network of communities, organizations and individuals seeking to ensure communities are equipped to support people living with dementia as well as their care partners,” according to the press release. The mission is to increase dementia awareness, reduce stigma and provide quality resources, education and support that fosters the creation of communities where people living with dementia can thrive.

Pictured are (L to R) Fijabi Julien-Gallam, North Ridgeville clerk of council; Terri Lanham, care coordinator, Kendal at Home; Kevin Corcoran, North Ridgeville mayor, and Emily Lockshine, North Ridgeville’s Office for Older Adults administrator.North Ridgeville

North Ridgeville is one of only seven Dementia-Friendly Communities in Ohio and the only community in Lorain County to be recognized.

“I am proud of the work our senior center staff has done to provide …