Vermont Business Magazine Moments in Time, a collection of works by Vermonters with Dementia, is on display in the Community Room at Allard Square, a Cathedral Square community located at 146 Market Street in South Burlington. The exhibit displays (23) pieces from (13) individual artists and two collages created from art submissions from Residences and Adult Day centers in Vermont. The collection includes a variety of visual art, a wood carving, quilts and a mobile, highlighting the diversity and creativity of Vermonters with dementia.
“Close to 13,000 Vermonters over the age of 65 are living with dementia,” said Meg Polyte, Policy Director at the Vermont Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association and Co-curator of the exhibit. “This show seeks to foster understanding, spark conversation, and bring attention to the far-reaching effects of dementia on patients and their loved ones.”
"At Cathedral Square, we believe in celebrating the dignity and creativity of all people we serve," said Kim Fitzgerald, CEO of Cathedral Square. "The Moments in Time exhibit beautifully showcases that a dementia diagnosis doesn't diminish one's capacity for artistic expression. I invite the community to join us in witnessing these powerful voices and engage in meaningful conversations about dementia care.”
In addition to the artwork, there will be information available on the warning signs of dementia, as well as the Alzheimer’s 24/7 Helpline 800-272-3900, a free and confidential resource.
Cathedral Square and the Alzheimer’s Association are hosting two events for public viewing of Moments in Time.
- August 14 from 3:00-7:00PM – Public Viewing and Artists Reception
- August 25 from 9:00-11:30AM – Public Viewing and coffee with legislators at 9:30AM
All events are free and open to the public.
Formed in 1980, the Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. We provide care and support through care consultations, support groups, education programs and more; we accelerate global research with over 1,100 projects in 57 countries; and we advocate for change through our advocacy efforts in all 50 states.
Established in Burlington in 1977, Cathedral Square is a leading provider of affordable housing with services for older Vermonters and people with disabilities and other unique needs. It operates 27 housing communities in Chittenden, Franklin, and Grand Isle counties and administers the award-winning SASH® (Support and Services at Home) model, created in 2009 by Cathedral Square and available to Medicare recipients statewide, free of charge, since 2011.
https://www.cathedralsquare.org
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