LiveWell Walk-Abouts

What is a Walk-About? LiveWell hosts monthly in-person “Walk-Abouts” where we can be social together while taking a walk. These fun gatherings are designed for individuals living with dementia and their care partners.  We typically meet on the 2nd Thursday of every month. 

These gatherings are not support groups; they are an opportunity to develop supportive friendships and have some fun! For questions about Walk-Abouts, contact Erica  Defrancesco at edefrancesco@livewell.org  

*Your generous donations help us continue to offer this program.

Walk-Abouts

Free & Ongoing

2nd Thursdays

Time and venue change

“If I have a question, I have all these people who can help me answer it because we’re all in the same boat. It makes it easier for all of us.” -Participant Living with Dementia

Brian Connolly

Brian has engaged in community education, advocacy, and empowerment, in various capacities, for more than 40 years. Since joining LiveWell in 2018, Brian has connected with people living with dementia and their care partners in many capacities including:

  • Director of Marketing and Community Engagement at LiveWell
  • Co-Facilitator of the LiveWell Memory Café (2019-2020)
  • Facilitator of the LiveWell Virtual Café (2021)
  • Facilitator of the LiveWell In-person Meet-ups (2021)
  • Facilitator of the Plainville Senior Center Memory Café (2021)
  • Co-Facilitator of LiveWell’s Virtual Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (2021)
  • Chair of the Hartford Hospital, Ayer Neuroscience Institute Stroke Patient & Family Advisory Council (PFAC), (2019-2020)
  • Elected member of the Farmington Town Council (2020-2024)

Brian is known for his ability to engage with people where they are, be present, and honor that moment. His light-hearted approach to relationship building is appreciated by residents, family members, staff, and LiveWell’s off-campus community. He looks forward to continuing to expand his purposeful engagement practices.