Caring for the Caregiver
Forest Lake YMCA 19845 Forest Rd N, Forest Lake, MNJoin us to expand your thinking about your caregiving life. Through movement, voice, memories, and stories, caregivers will explore ways to express feelings associated with what it means to accept changes, a diagnosis, new or lost identities. No prior artistic or movement experience is needed. Our guest presenter: Suzanne Costello has been Artistic Co-Director of...Learn more
Spark-Robin Williams and His Battle with Lewy Body Dementia
Ridgedale Library 12601 Ridgedale Dr, MinnetonkaJoin Senior Community Services and the Lewy Body Dementia Association for a screening of this movie documentary which features Robin Williams and his battle with undiagnosed LBD. Following the film Julia Wood, Director of Community and Professional Education at the LBD Association will facilitate a panel and discussion with family caregivers affected by LBD. Registration...Learn more
Caregiver Support Group
FamilyMeans 1875 Northwestern Avenue S, Stillwater, MN, United StatesA welcoming space for caregivers to learn and reinforce positive self-care, give and receive encouragement, and enjoy support and understanding from others in similar situations. With professional staff facilitation, the groups explore issues such as: Balancing roles and responsibilities Maintaining personal balance Planning for legal needs Understanding and dealing with the realities of chronic illnesses...Learn more
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Westminster Presbyterian Church, Minneapolis 1200 S Marquette Ave, MinneapolisJoin other caregivers for this 6 week course where you'll learn tips to reduce stress, improve self-confidence, manage time, better communicate feelings, and make tough decisions. Registration Fee: $15. Caregiver Helpbook included. Register at https://yourjuniper.org/Classes/Register/4507.
Spark-Robin Williams and His Battle with Lewy Body Dementia
Ridgedale Library 12601 Ridgedale Dr, MinnetonkaJoin Senior Community Services and the Lewy Body Dementia Association for a screening of this movie documentary which features Robin Williams and his battle with undiagnosed LBD. Following the film Julia Wood, Director of Community and Professional Education at the LBD Association will facilitate a panel and discussion with family caregivers affected by LBD. Registration...Learn more
Finding Meaning and Hope
FamilyMeans 1875 Northwestern Avenue S, Stillwater, MN, United StatesJoin a group of fellow family caregivers to learn how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the challenges of caring for someone with dementia or other cognitive impairment. In the Finding Meaning and Hope discussion series, you will learn skills that can help you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope....Learn more
Night Out
FamilyMeans 1875 Northwestern Avenue S, Stillwater, MN, United StatesCaregivers of older adults can take a break while their care recipient enjoys a fun night at FamilyMeans. Participants will enjoy various activities and will be supervised by staff and volunteers. Caregivers will get a two-hour break where they can enjoy some free time. Participants are asked to bring a supper. There are several food options nearby, or we have...Learn more
Shaping Your Tomorrow: Demenita and Memory Loss
FamilyMeans 1875 Northwestern Avenue S, Stillwater, MN, United StatesEducation, planning, support for those living with dementia and someone important to them. Thursdays, September 12th – November 14th, 2024 (10 weeks) 10am – Noon at FamilyMeans Shaping Your Tomorrow is designed to meet the needs of both the person with memory loss and a family member or friend. Each week introduces a specific...Learn more
Caregiver Virtual Support Group
VirtualSupport groups are offered for caregivers of older adults to meet others in a similar situation, learn from each other and develop a mutual support system. These open groups are free and all are welcome. Facilitator: Cheryl Nickelson Cheryl Nickelson, LGSW provides individual and group client consultations, and serves as Engagement Coordinator for the Center....Learn more
Virtual Caregiver Support Group
Normandale Center for Healing & Wholeness 6100 Normandale Road, 2nd Floor, Edina, Minnesota, United StatesSupport groups are offered for caregivers to meet others in the same situation, learn from each other and develop a mutual support system. These open groups are free and all are welcome. Facilitator: Cheryl Nickelson Cheryl Nickelson, LGSW provides individual and group client consultations, and serves as Engagement Coordinator for the Center. She has been...Learn more
Caring for the Caregiver
Forest Lake YMCA 19845 Forest Rd N, Forest Lake, MNJoin us to expand your thinking about your caregiving life. Through movement, voice, memories, and stories, caregivers will explore ways to express feelings associated with what it means to accept changes, a diagnosis, new or lost identities. No prior artistic or movement experience is needed. Our guest presenter: Suzanne Costello has been Artistic Co-Director of...Learn more
SCS Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Memory Loss Focus This virtual caregiver support group is facilitated by Senior Community Services’ Licensed Social Worker Sara Roberts, LSW. This group offers a safe place for caregivers to learn from one another by sharing experiences, challenges, coping strategies, and humor. The goal is to help caregivers care for themselves through education and empowerment. Groups...Learn more
