What is the Norwood Memory Cafe?

The Norwood Memory Cafe is welcoming place for individuals, families and friends of those living with memory changes.

The cafe gives people and their companions, a chance to share in a positive experience through laughter, companionship and socialization in a relaxed and safe environment. Come join us for conversation, refreshments, entertainment and activities in a carefree environment.

The cafe meets monthly on the third Thursday of the month from 1:30-3:00 at the senior center, 275 Prospect Street, Norwood. Email Je7cot@msn.com or call 781-762-1611 to register for these free events:*

  • Thursday, October 21, 2021 at 1:30 PM featuring The Benchmark Band
  • Thursday, November 18, 2021 featuring Wordy Words and Whoopie Pies
  • Thursday, December 16, 2021 featuring Ted Powers
  • Thursday, January 20, 2022 featuring Jerry and Molly (piano and singing)
  • Thursday, February 17, 2022 featuring Pat Gavin’s talk on Delirium vs Dementia
*We respectfully ask caregivers to be present with any guests that need personal assistance.
Norwood Memory Cafe, Inc is a nonprofit organization and part of a National movement. Find more cafes at the national directory list. Want to find another cafe in the Bay state, see the Massachusetts directory: https://www.memorycafedirectory.com/memory-cafes-in-massachusetts/

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Become a sponsor
Contact Jean Cotton at Je7cot@msn.com or call 781-762-1611.

Sponsor refreshments, entertainment, speakers, raffle items, crafts leader, craft materials, financial contribution or anything appropriate that would help keep the Memory Cafe, free of charge.

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Donate
Your monetary donations help us keep the NMC free!

Donate directly to the Norwood Memory Cafe Inc. at Norwood Bank by visiting their 11 Central Street, Norwood, MA location and ask to apply the donation to this account. 

You can also write and mail a check to:
Norwood Memory Cafe Inc.P.O. Box 332
1 Central street
Norwood, MA 02062

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Volunteer
Contact Jean Cotton at Je7cot@msn.com or call 781-762-1611.

Are you a great helper? Please contact Jean at the email or phone number above to join our volunteer team!

Founder awarded 2019 Citizen of the Year

The Rotary Club of Norwood has awarded the Norwood Memory Cafe founder, Jean Cotton, the honor of being the 2019 Citizen of the Year. We are so proud of Jean!