Mistaken Orders

10/01/2026

💜✨ Looking for Dementia Resources? We’ve Got Something You Should Know About.

If you’ve been to Mistaken Orders™, you already know how powerful a simple breakfast can be — joy, connection, memory, and a whole lot of “Wait… did I really order that?” moments.

But behind the fun, families are navigating dementia every day, and they deserve support that actually makes life easier.

So, while Mistaken Orders™ is our program…
We also want you to know about a new national dementia initiative that launched in 2024, but few know about and will run for eight years:

The Medicare GUIDE Program
This isn’t our service — but it’s something every dementia‑supporting family should have on their radar.
It focuses on:
- Respite support
- Care navigation
- Dementia‑trained care teams
- Help coordinating medical and community services

Think of it as a roadmap for families who feel overwhelmed, stretched thin, or unsure where to start.

💛 Why We’re Sharing It
Because our mission isn’t just to host meaningful events — it’s to make sure families in Kankakee County know what resources exist, what’s changing, and what support is available beyond our walls.

😄 And yes… a little cheekiness
If you can handle a breakfast delivered with a side of “memory mix‑ups,” you can definitely handle learning about new dementia resources.
And we promise — this time, your order won’t come out scrambled.

If you or someone you love is living with dementia, reach out.
We’ll help you find the right path, the right support, and the right moments of joy along the way.

Our Aging Services — where dignity, connection, and community meet.

09/30/2026

💜🥞 Mistaken Orders™ is back… and breakfast is on us!

Join us 8:30–10:30 AM at Westwood Oaks Independent Living for a morning filled with joy, mix‑ups, memory, and community.

Our Guest Servers — individuals living with dementia — will be taking your breakfast orders, delivering plates, sharing stories, and yes… making a few adorable mistakes along the way. Because sometimes the wrong order is exactly what brings the right kind of connection.

✨ Cost? FREE!
But please, pretty please… reserve your free tickets so we know how many pancakes to flip!

🎟 Reserve Here
https://ouragingservices.betterworld.org/events/mistaken-orders-morning-memory-m

Come laugh with us, slow down with us, and experience the magic of Mistaken Orders™ — where every “oops!” becomes a moment of meaning.

We can’t wait to see you in the morning. 💛

09/24/2026

Need support? There’s an incredible free resource you should know about.

From food assistance, education, transportation, housing, financial help, caregiver support and so much more — findhelp.org is one of the easiest ways to locate resources right in your area.

Just enter your ZIP code and instantly see a list of programs available near you. It’s simple, private, and designed to connect people to real help.

💛 Check it out: www.findhelp.org

Sharing resources is how we strengthen our community.

09/23/2026

🍂 Weather is changing — and for someone living with dementia, that shift can feel bigger than we realize.

Cool mornings, darker evenings, and unpredictable fall days can increase confusion, anxiety, and restlessness. Even small changes in routine or temperature can make the world feel “off” for them.

A few gentle reminders as we head into fall:
• Keep lighting consistent as days get shorter
• Layer clothing to avoid discomfort from sudden temperature drops
• Offer reassurance when the weather feels different or unfamiliar
• Stick to routines — they help anchor the day

Our loved ones may not be able to explain what feels “wrong,” but we can help make the transition softer.

🍁 Caring through the seasons matters. Let’s keep showing up for them.

09/22/2026

🥞 Guess what’s coming up? Mistaken Orders™ is back on October 8th!

Join us for a brunch that’s full of joy, connection… and yes, a few "mistaken" orders (that’s the fun part).

The best part? It’s FREE!

📅Thursday, October 8th
⏰ 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
📍 Westwood Oaks Independent Living

Come experience the magic of our Guest Servers, the laughter, the learning, and the heart behind dementia‑friendly community building.

🎟 Grab your FREE ticket here:
[https://dashboard.betterworld.org/events/30670/tickets/77414](https://dashboard.betterworld.org/events/30670/tickets/77414)

Bring your appetite, your kindness, and your curiosity — we can’t wait to see you. 💛

09/17/2026

🚨 Thursday, October 8th is almost here… and so are the mistakes!

Our Mistaken Orders™ brunch is the kind of joyful chaos you actually want in your life.....but only if you snag your tickets before they disappear.

If you love kindness, community, and a little harmless mix‑up on your plate… this is your sign.

👉Grab your tickets now before someone else “accidentally” gets them.
We can’t wait to see you Thursday! 💛
https://ouragingservices.betterworld.org/events/mistaken-orders-morning-memory-m

Join us for a powerful Dementia Awareness Experience through our Mistaken Orders™ program — where mix‑ups become moments of understanding, compassion, and connection. This uplifting morning shines a light on what dementia looks like in everyday life, helping our community grow kinder, more pat...

09/13/2026

💛🥞 Happy Grandparents Day!

Today we celebrate the grandparents who have shaped our lives with love, patience, and stories that stay with us forever. For families living with dementia, those intergenerational moments — a grandchild’s smile, a shared breakfast, a familiar voice — can bring comfort, connection, and joy in ways that words can’t fully capture.

At Mistaken Orders™, we get to witness that magic every time. Grandparents stepping into meaningful roles. Grandkids cheering them on. Families slowing down together and remembering that even when memories fade, love doesn’t.

Intergenerational relationships remind us that dignity is not lost with dementia — it’s strengthened through connection.

💛 So this Grandparents Day, we invite you to celebrate with us.
Bring your grandparents. Bring your grandkids. Bring the whole family.

Join us for our next Mistaken Orders™ breakfast on:
📅 Thursday, October 8th
⏰ 8:30 am
📍 Westwood Oaks Senior Living
🎟 https://ouragingservices.betterworld.org/events/mistaken-orders-morning-memory-m

Let’s keep serving kindness — one “mistaken” order at a time.

09/11/2026

Join us for our next event on Thursday October 8th at Riverside's Westwood Oaks Independent Living. To purchase your tickets: https://ouragingservices.betterworld.org/events/mistaken-orders-morning-memory-m

06/19/2026

🖤❤️💚 Happy Juneteenth!

Freedom is worth celebrating, and so is the strength, resilience, and joy of the communities who kept it alive.

At Our Aging Services, we stand with every person we serve. Today and every day, our commitment remains the same, dignity, resources, and support for all.

To our Black elders, caregivers, and families, you are seen, valued, and never alone. 💜