MEMORIES

Café Y Recuerdos is a nonprofit memory café in the Lehigh Valley, creating a joyful and supportive community for individuals living with dementia and their caregivers.

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man and woman walking near closed wooden door

A Welcoming Space For

CONNECTION, AND JOY

MEMORIES • CONNECTIONS • JOY

WHAT WE OFFER

At Café Y Recuerdos, every activity is designed to be "failure-free," engaging, and adaptable to all abilities. We celebrate what each person can do—not what they cannot.

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assorted-color paintings
🎨 Arts & Crafts

Painting, coloring, and hands-on projects that encourage creativity and conversation.

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Elderly couple dancing joyfully in a living room.
🎵 Music & Movement

Sing-alongs, dancing, and music-based activities that spark memories and lift spirits.

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Two women walking together outdoors with arms linked.
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two men playing chess
🌿 Sensory & Nature Activities

Gentle outdoor walks, herb gardens, and sensory experiences that soothe and stimulate.

🎲 Games & Reminiscence

Dominoes, bingo, storytelling, and themed events that bring people together through shared memories.

More Than a Cafe, A Community

Café Y Recuerdos is the Lehigh Valley's first Spanish memory café—a stigma-free gathering place where people living with dementia and their caregivers come together to laugh, connect, and create meaningful moments.

Engage in meaningful, joy-filled activities
Find support within a compassionate community
Connect with others who understand the journey

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Get Involved

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man in blue t-shirt and white floral skirt holding black smartphone while sitting on sidewalk
Volunteer With Us

Lend your time or talents to help facilitate events, assist with activities, or share a special skill like music or art.

Be Part of Something Meaningful

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pink pig figurine on white surface
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men and women sitting and standing while staring at laptop
Make a Donation

Your financial support ensures our café events remain free and accessible to all families who need them.

Partner With Us

Are you a local business, healthcare provider, or community organization? Let's work together

What the Lehigh Valley says about us.

Descubre como he ayudado a otros a través de la comunicación.

Como cuidadora, valoro su diseño adaptable y enfoque bilingüe. Actividades apropiadas para distintos niveles cognitivos y personal capacitado. Recurso útil para familias y profesionales.

Brian Moten

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man standing near balcony

Fui con mi mamá y la atención fue fantástica. Actividades sencillas, mucho cariño y ambiente en español. Salimos sonriendo y con ideas prácticas. Muy recomendable.

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woman wearing black crew-neck shirt

Clarice Turner

★★★★★
★★★★★

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