Making memorable moments last a lifetime…
Happy New Year to all of our supporters, volunteers, sponsors, artists, their families…and You! Every day is unique and every moment irreplaceable. Make them all memorable!
With deep, deep sadness we are mourning the passing of our dearest supporter George J. Winkelmaier who managed Summit Racing Equipment in Sparks,NV. George was responsible for holding the annual Summit Classic Car Show every fall to raise funds for Moments of Memory and the No. Nevada Alzheimer’s Association. He will be forever missed and his family will be in our hearts forever. We WILL speak of him often and keep his memory alive!
WELCOME to our new greeting card sponsor Senior Care Plus! We thank you and appreciate your support of our mission.
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Our NEW Greeting Cards are now available…
8 Images all created using women’s cosmetics!
Cards:
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1 Set of 8 Cards………$12.00
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2 Sets of Cards……….$20.00
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Set includes 1 each of 8 Images
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All occasion blank inside
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Includes 8 envelopes
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Our Mission Statement is on the back
Cards can be purchased at Arbors Memory Care Community, 2121 E. Prater Way, Sparks,NV.
To order on-line please email us at momentsofmemory@charter.net, or call 775-848-4757.
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2012 CALENDARS~Now Available!
Our 2012 desk reference Calendar is 5″ x 7″ and comes in a verticle plastic stand. There are 12 new images from 2011 created by individuals with Alzheimer’s. The stand can display the current month in the front and the next month on the back for quick reference. The calendar is created on high quality Kodak paper. The calendar is available with or without the stand.
CALENDAR:
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Calendar with stand……..$20 ea.
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12 Calendar inserts only……$15
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Shipping: $5
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Delivery and pick-up available.
Call or email for a wholesale or larger quantity quote for cards or calendars.
Check, cash or charge/debit (Visa or Mastercard) welcome!
Email your order to: momentsofmemory@charter.net
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Our Thank You’s:
Thank you to everyone who donated to our Big Give event! It does take a village and we appreciate your support!
Thank you for stopping by our booth at the Sparks Marina for the 2011 Walk to End Alzheimer’s! It was a beautiful day to make new friends, visit with ol’ friends and make new memories! Thank you to everyone who supported our program!
Our annual Classic Car show fundraiser at Summit Racing Equipment in Sparks, on Saturday, September 3rd was a huge success!! A huge hug and thank you to George Winkelmaier and his superb staff!
Thank you to Summit Racing and all the registered car owners for their continued and compassionate support of our program and the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s!
Thank you to everyone who attended our Artown events for 2011!
Sincere appreciation to everyone who has supported our program and assisted us in continuing our mission to bring art to those living with Alzheimer’s!
Thank you to our hosting facilities & Artown partners, Arbors Memory Care Community, Atria Summit Ridge, Lavender Ridge, My Financial Lady, Erika Paul, FastFrame & Artown!
Thank you to all of our dedicated volunteers who spent many long hours coordinating & attending events & sharing our mission!
Thank you to our first Art Pairing Partners who gave of their time & talent to make our annual fundraising auction our most successful ever! Pam Lambert Elias, Robin Felt, Nancy Podewils & Tom Shearer…Thank You!
Wednesday night, JULY 27th, we celebrated the Art & Artists of Moments of Memory at our annual auction of original Art from the Hearts of Alzheimer’s Artists!
All art was professionally framed by Steve Buszka of FastFrame of Reno who was honored with our first Community Award! Thank you Steve for your continued and generous support!
The red carpet Art Celebration & Auction was held on Wednesday, July 27 from 4:30 - 7:30 at the Arbors Memory Care Community located at 2121 E. Prater Way, Sparks.
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Silent Auction of 62 pieces of original Alzheimer’s Art!
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The Art Pairing auction of creations from Pam Lambert Elias, Robin Felt, Nancy Podewils & Tom Shearer!
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Live local talent…Thank you String Beings!
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Sumptuous appetizers
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Chocolate Fountain
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Wine & Champagne
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An exciting raffle: Somersett Golf Package, Atlantis Spa Package, Zinser Photography Family Portrait Sessions & More!
A sample from our new FLORAL NOTES collection that was up for auction!
Blushing Memories Cosmetic Art-
Naughty Lady by Donna
Kristy Fonoimoana and her daughter Tiare volunteering at the auction
Janine Winkelmaier, vol., Jamie Lawson, Kathryn Betz, vol. celebrating!
Terry Tholl winning one of many great raffle prizes!!
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On Wednesday, July 20th ~ At Atria Summit Ridge -A Slice of the Good Life with Paintings & Pie! …a great time was had by all who attended!
The color of creative aging was revealed as the Atria Artists unveiled their award-winning art! Our artists also presented their Reno is Artown original paper palette mosaic art. We enjoyed “A Slice of the Good Life” on the patio with the lively Tom Delaney Trio and delicious pies! Moments of Memory showcased their newest Art from the Hearts of Alzheimer’s Artists.
- Jay Serrett on the bongos, resident at Atria Summit Ridge,
- joins the Tom Delaney Trio!
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Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table at the Purple Summer Festival at Lavender Ridge July 15-17! Special thanks to all of you who supported our mission!
Connie Stutchman, owner, Arbors Memory Care Community, volunteers at Lavender Ridge!
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Thank you to all the local media for the great coverage of our Artown events!
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Thank you Connie Wray, morning show host, and the Reno Media Group for the on-air coverage we received Sunday, June 12! Connie interviewed our executive director, Lynette Schweigert, to showcase the mission of Moments of Memory and highlight our upcoming events throughout the summer! See the Event Calendar for locations & dates.
Thank you to Erin Breen and the crew from Channel 2 NEWS KTVN Reno for coverage of our caregiver art classes. Save the Date for our next class December 9th from 2-4 at Arbors Memory Care Community. See the schedule of classes on our Event Calendar & their link for directions. RSVP by December 7th, please, 775-331-2229
Our greeting cards are now available at Arbors Memory Care Community in Sparks!
QUANTITIES ARE NOW VERY LIMITED & WILL NOT BE REPRINTED!!
Our professionally printed cards are 4 1/4″x 5 1/2″ and printed on high quality paper. The inside of the cards is blank for your personal message, making them perfect for any occasion. The back of the card explains the mission of Moments of Memory, Inc., Art from the Hearts of Alzheimer’s artists.
Card Set #1: There are 1 of each of 8 art images plus envelopes in each set. The art images represent 5 specifically created techniques developed for individuals with memory impairment.
Card Set #2: Our newest Lavender Art cards include 4 new acrylic painting images, 2 cards of each Lavender floral image with envelopes. They’re fabulous!
CARDS:
8 cards w/envelopes…….$12.00
2 Sets of 8 Cards…..$20.00!
Shipping: 1-3 sets $5
Delivery and pick-up available.
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Moments of Memory was honored with a 2011 grant from AWCMS, the Alliance with the Washoe County Medical Society!
On March 4th, Lynette Schweigert and Board member Donna Rooney accepted a generous grant from AWCMS to fund a new program “Art for all Seasons”, a community wide program to teach our art processes to home caregivers and residential care home directors caring for those with memory impairment. Classes will be offered at no cost in 6 different locations throughout Reno and Sparks beginning in late spring.
The AWCMS is an all volunteer, non-profit, membership organization dedicated to improving the health of the community. Founded in 1947, AWCMS supports nursing scholarships as well as medically oriented community, university and community college programs, education and the arts.
Donna Rooney accepts the grant award from AWCMS presenter Ingrid Drummer.
Donations are always welcome!
Please email us at momentsofmemory@charter.net or call 775-848-4757 to make arrangements. All donations directly support our Alzheimer’s artist’s creative art program. We are a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization.
THANK YOU!
…to all of our volunteers and supporters who are making 2011 another memorable experience!
Check out:
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“Conversations with our Artists”
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New Art in the Gallery
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Our Volunteer Page
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The Our Memories past event archive section
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The Memory Keepers page!
Moments of Memory… Art from the Hearts of Alzheimer’s Artists. A non-profit program of visual art expression developed for those living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. With passion and purpose Moments of Memory classes create a safe, supportive environment for social interaction and self-expression resulting in a non-critical and fail-safe experience. Specific techniques enable individuals to focus on a task at hand and experience a sense of accomplishment, counteracting feelings of depression and isolation. Having the opportunity to share the tangible reward of their efforts in a group setting renews self-confidence and trust. Reconnecting with society in a productive community restores a sense of self even in the later stages of the artist’s dementing illness.
ART: I’ve Got Your Back by Babs, created with women’s cosmetics!
FastFrame of Reno on Moana Lane is the official framer for all Moments of Memory art! Thank you Steve, Linda and Ian for your continued support in 2011, passion for the cause and superb framing! Congratulations on being voted Best of Reno Art Framers 2009 in the Reno News & Review!!
Ian & Steve of FastFrame
August 5, 2011 at 11:33 pm
You have given me great ideas regarding this subject! I was looking for these kinds of posts! Thank you! I am looking forward to more of your posts!
July 21, 2011 at 7:54 am
Thank you.
June 19, 2011 at 7:34 pm
I’m looking forward to the events for Artown! Lynette, you have such imagination! You’ve inspired all these artists. Fun!
June 19, 2011 at 7:19 pm
I can’t wait for all the events in July! Things are really coming together and I am excited that people are taking note. If everyone will just tell one more person about what we are doing…where the website is…and buy some art – we will be touching sooooo many lives.
Thanks to Lynette for her tremendous dedication in seeing this vision come to reality…many years, tears and fears! Great job!
January 3, 2011 at 1:15 pm
I think the cards turned out wonderful! thanks to Dynagraphic printing here in Reno who printed them for us at their non profit rate.
What a good deal on these cards. $12 for one set or 2 for $20. I need to buy some more for myself!!
August 30, 2010 at 1:30 pm
I was wondering if it was possible to get someone into the classes at the Arbors without them being a resident? My mother has moderate dementia from mini-strokes and use to paint a lot. She hasn’t done any in at least twenty years but still has her easel and and tool box full of dried up paint and brushes. I would love to see her get back into creating art. We have 5 or 6 of her oils and one water color hanging in the house. Her favorite hangs over her bed, it is a sofa size oil of the Atmospherium Planetarium that she painted shortly after they built it.
June 7, 2010 at 8:24 am
Hello Lynette,
Please let me know what help you need for “Anything”!! Especially the upcoming events, you are a wonderful person just by being you! Thank you for helping those in our community with and without Alzheimer’s Disease!! As well, thank you for helping me with my dreams of completing college. You are a wonderful mentor to me and I appreciate all of your support!
April 21, 2010 at 10:33 pm
Eloise, so thrilled you were inspired! If you need help or additional suggestions please do not hesitate to contact me personally and I will walk you through the techniques. I was actually inspired by 3 little children I was trying to entertain on a rainy day back in 1985. They were actually 5 or 6 years old and I was desperate for an idea. I emptied my cosmetic drawer (after removing the good stuff of course) on to a tray, put it in the middle of the table and gave everyone paper. They didn’t stop “creating” for 3 hours!! An idea was born and everyone was happy. I wish you the best of luck Eloise and thank you for your lovely comments. Lynette Schweigert
April 20, 2010 at 2:32 pm
I just returned home (Omaha, Nebraska) from a trip to Reno and just had to send a note of thanks for your inspirational art display at the airport.
My daughter has severe alcohol dementia and has the capacity of a six year old child. She spends hours coloring, trying to stay within the lines of her coloring book. I am her primary caregiver and am 83 years young. Even with my experience as a lifelong school teacher, her limitations are a challenge for me and I am always looking for ways to expand her abilities. After seeing your art display, I am anxious to integrate some of your techniques. I am grateful that I found your Alzheimer’s Moments of Memory. Even though my daughter does not have Alzheimer’s, I’m hopeful that we can benefit from trying your ideas. Thank you.
April 12, 2010 at 7:21 pm
Thank you thank you thank you,,,,,for such a valuable and heartfelt service you are providing…..All the love shines through
April 10, 2010 at 2:42 pm
And a downright pleasure to have you as valuable volunteer!
April 10, 2010 at 2:38 pm
Downright beautiful and inspiring. A pleasure to have participated.
April 9, 2010 at 3:05 pm
Thank you Kathy we really appreciate your comments!!! If you would like to send me your mother’s photo and a story, I’ll post it on our “brand new today” Memory Keepers page:o) Speak of her often and keep her memories alive!
Sincerely, Lynette
April 9, 2010 at 2:53 pm
Reno Tahoe Airport
Reno, Nevada
As I strolled past the Alzheimer’s Art Gallery, I was unashamed by my tears of happiness for those patients who were able to participate in this display and to share their talent with us and by my tears of sadness that my own mother could not have lived to enjoy this type of artistic expression.
My mother died many, many years ago with multiple diseases but her mental condition was a diagnosis of organic brain syndrome (which would now be called Alzheimer’s Disease). At the time of her stay in a long term care facility what a disservice to patients that this type of art work was not available.
I applaud this group of Alzheimer’s artists, along with the staff who assisted them in putting together this project.
My appreciation is overwhelming. It was such an emotional experience. My thanks to everybody involved. Thank you, Reno Tahoe Airport.
With gratitude, Kathy Lawson
April 3, 2010 at 8:47 pm
Thank you for the nice comments! We look forward to seeing you at the auction on July 31st! I’ll have information available on the website. Keep checking back:)…oh, and there will be more art too!
April 2, 2010 at 4:11 pm
What an inspiration! While waiting for my aunt to arrive for Easter vacation, my husband and I spent about 30 minutes admiring each piece of art work and reading all the comments. There is certainly a wealth of talent. We will be there for the auction!
April 1, 2010 at 11:05 am
I’m 19 and a “wannabe” artist. I cannot tell you how much I enjoyed the art work at the airport.
March 31, 2010 at 1:44 pm
When I saw the display at the Reno airport, I was brought to tears. My mother is in a nursing home suffering from Alzheimer’s. If only the nursing home had this type of art, I know my mom would respond and enjoy.
March 27, 2010 at 9:36 am
Very nice site…and I appreciate the information. In California, we have an Adult Day Health Care Center that has a similar program…the art is framed and exhibited within the Center. This is a great way to show the talents of those suffering from the affects of Alzheimer’s. thank you so much!
February 22, 2010 at 8:41 am
Was able to spend time with your exhibition at the Reno Airport while I waited for my daughter. My mother had alzheimers and I spent a great deal of time with her in her assisted living facility. I so appreciate the reminders your exhibit provided me of that time and experience. The project itself is wonderful, as is the artful result. Thank you to all who participate, directors, volunteers, resident artists, and donating framers.
February 19, 2010 at 3:18 pm
Congratulations on a WONDERFUL show. I am so impressed! It was fantastic to see the artist’s faces as they realized that it was their work on display.
August 1, 2009 at 8:10 am
I would like to purchase several items:
3, 5X7 prints Sun by Alex, Sun by Tommie, and Sun by Edith.
I would also like 1 sets of cards: Sun by Alex.
For a total of $30 plus postage. Please email me with instructions for payment.
I live in Colorado.
Thanks, Beth
July 22, 2009 at 8:59 am
I am soooo impressed! Moments of Memory is a wonderful project. You are making a difference in the lives of the residents. I admire your talent, your dedication, your patience, and your ability to make things happen. You are an inspiration and a blessing to those you you give so freely to. Thanks for all you do!
July 9, 2009 at 8:56 am
Fabulous! I will bring my children to peruse the wonderful art on display. Is this program is available to dementia patients at other facilities?
Great job Lynette. I admire your dedication and passion!
June 22, 2009 at 9:38 am
Fantastic job putting together these events! Can’t wait to see the response. You have really done some incredible work in getting Moments of Memory up and rolling. I love that this program is available in our area!
Thanks for all your hard work!
April 3, 2009 at 7:54 am
Nicely done Lynette! I hope your group knows how fortunate they are to have you on the team. Thanks for sending the link.
Good thoughts,
AR
March 16, 2009 at 1:39 pm
Great job Lynette! You are doing such great things!! I wish I had even 1/2 of your talent … maybe it’ll rub off …
See you soon!
March 10, 2009 at 7:27 am
THe disease does make its victims feel depressed and isolated and this program creates such positive results! Bravo Lynni!
March 8, 2009 at 5:04 pm
Awesome idea! My grandmother suffered from this for many years. In those days they just sat her in a wheel chair and ignored her. With no interaction she just kept getting worse.
February 24, 2009 at 5:47 pm
Wow, wow, wow… terrific job. You are giving me some keen competition here! Do you sell any of the work? Love the Lipstick Heart Prints – Group Project…
See you soon. Gail
February 24, 2009 at 4:52 pm
Thanks for looking:) I appreciate your feedback. Save the Date..LOL I get it!
February 24, 2009 at 4:04 pm
Beautiful, and well written….Looking forward to the Evening Gala in July…Save The Date!
February 12, 2009 at 9:41 am
Merci beaucoup!
February 12, 2009 at 9:31 am
Fabulous. Love what you have done with this page.