Dementia Nonprofit Reaching Out To African Americans In Berkshire County

Leah Reed is the Minority Engagement Ambassador for Dementia Friendly Massachusetts, an initiative of the state’s council on aging that works to make communities more aware of dementia inclusivity. She’s moderating a free webinar today to discuss bridging the gap between African Americans and the care that could alleviate the strains of dementia in Berkshire County. The webinar – which includes speakers from the faith and clinical communities – begins at 2 p.m. Reed spoke with WAMC about Dementia Friendly Massachusetts and how it’s working to overcome systemic barriers to care.