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.

Spirituality and Caregiving: Comforting Those Who Care

As a family caregiver, how do you give all the care that's needed and still keep your own sanity and serenity? Learn how to take care of yourself and tap into your personal wisdom using your own spiritual perspective so you can find peace of mind.

Wednesday, July 25, 2007
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Bay Area CRC / Family Caregiver Alliance

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. Learn new ways to respond to troubling behavior. Feel more confident and positive about your caregiving role. Pre-registration required. Sliding scale fee.

Thursdays, July 26 and August 2, 9, 16, 2007
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center

Taking Care of You: Powerful Tools for Caregiving

Learn clear and effective tools to prevent caregiver burn-out. This class teaches self-care skills, enabling caregivers to: reduce personal stress, change negative thinking, better communicate with family and healthcare providers, and to make difficult caregiving decisions.

Fridays, July 27, August 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31. Time TBA.
Del Mar Caregiver Resource Center

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