On the Calendar

Each Caregiver Resource Center (CRC) serves as a point of entry to services available to caregiving families in every county of California. All CRCs offer a core component of programs that provide information, education, and support for caregivers. The following calendar listings are a sampling of what is offered by the eleven California CRCs. Visit the California Caregiver Resource Centers website to search by date or by zipcode for a caregiver event in your area. Please be sure to contact your local CRC to confirm the dates and times for workshops and other events.

Memory Changes and Aging: A Half Day Conference

With the aging process, many changes with memory can occur. Some of these are normal, age-associated changes common to many seniors. Other changes, however, are not normal, such as those associated with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) or Alzheimer's Disease. During this workshop, attendees will learn about mental changes common with normal aging, differences between Mild Cognitive Impairment and Alzheimer's disease, current research studies being conducted in the area of memory loss and aging, and programs and services available for families coping with early-stage Alzheimer's disease.

May 18
Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Southern Caregiver Resource Center

It Takes Two: A Refreshing Approach to Understanding Dementia Behavior

A four-week class to help caregivers of someone with memory loss better understand and communicate with their family member. Participants will learn new ways to respond to troubling behavior and how to feel more confident and positive in their caregiving role.

May 25-June 15
Thursdays, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Valley Caregiver Resource Center

Legal and Financial Planning for Long-Term Care

Many of us provide care for an elderly family member without a clear understanding of the legal issues involved in planning for incapacity. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions and learn valuable information on a subject that concerns us all—how to effectively plan for our loved ones and ourselves as we meet the challenge of growing older and/or face incapacity.

May 18
Thursday, 12:30-3:00 p.m.
Orange Caregiver Resource Center

May 24 (VideoWorkshop)
Wednesday, 1:00-2:15 p.m.
Mountain and Del Oro Caregiver Resource Centers
(Register online at California Caregiver Resource Center website)

June 28
Wednesday, 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Orange Caregiver Resource Center

Understanding Memory Impairment and Family Dynamics

Are you caring for someone with memory impairment? Dementia can sometimes cause a person to exhibit unusual and unpredictable behaviors that challenge caregivers. This workshop will uncover behavior changes associated with memory decline, the right time to consider a change in environment, and how to cope as a family.

May 17
Wednesday, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center

Caring for a Loved One? Workshop Series

Learn and practice techniques that work with communication and difficult behaviors, become a stronger advocate for yourself or a family member with memory problems, and develop an awareness of your personal needs by attending the "Caring for a Loved One" workshops.

May 31-June 21
Wednesdays, 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Orange Caregiver Resource Center

Caring Counts in Contra Costa County

Join us at the John Muir Hospital in Concord for a free full-day conference for family caregivers of older relatives and friends. Keynote speaker, Pat Samples, MA, MFA, author, international speaker, and transformational educator will give an experiential presentation to help caregivers restore their peace of mind and be more productive in handling their daily responsibilities. Smaller workshop sessions will include topics such as: Understanding and Communicating with a Person with Dementia, When is it Time to Move Your Loved One to a Care Facility? and Legal and Financial Planning for Eldercare. A continental breakfast and boxed lunch will be provided. The general session will have Spanish translation and smaller workshop sessions will be offered in Spanish.

June 17
Saturday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Bay Area CRC / Family Caregiver Alliance

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