LiveWell Meet Ups

What is a Meet-Up? LiveWell hosts monthly in-person “Meet-Ups” where we can be social together. These fun gatherings are designed for individuals living with dementia and their care partners. You are responsible for your own expenses (i.e. activities, lunch). We typically meet on the 4th Tuesdays of every month and often it is over lunch. These gatherings are not support groups; they are an opportunity to develop supportive friendships and have some fun! For questions about Meet-Up events, contact Brian Connolly at bconnolly@livewell.org  

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

Meet Ups

Free & Ongoing

4th Tuesdays

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.