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.

Being Fully Alive - Brain Health and Fitness

Become familiar with recent brain research, how the memory works, factors impacting memory, how memory changes with age, and what we can do about it. Join us for this workshop to visit with other caregivers and receive valuable information about brain wellness.

Monday, October 1
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center

Yes I Can! Let's NOT Play Bingo

Recreation and leisure activities play an important role in the lives of individuals with dementia. Learn about the benefits of and differences between recreation and leisure activities, and new activities you can do with a loved one.

Monday, October 1
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center

Your Need to Know

Caregiver classes return to Meadowlark! First series returns with an Academy Award nominated film, Complaints of a Dutiful Daughter.

October 1
4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
MountainCaregiver Resource Center

The Art of Caregiving

A six week class for caregivers to learn skills and techniques on how to provide the best care for their loved one at home with a focus on direct care needs.

Tuesdays, October 2 - November 6
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Inland Caregiver Resource Center

Boot Camp for Caregivers: Classes for Building Perseverance, Flexibility, & Endurance

In our Boot Camp series, we will combat the sources of stress by learning to be tolerant of the unknown. Topic for October: What is Mastery?

Tuesday, October 2
10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday, October 16
10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Inland 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.

Tuesday , October 2 - November 6
12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m.
MountainCaregiver Resource Center

Tuesdays, October 2 - November 6
12:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Fridays, October 12 - November 16
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center

Wednesdays, October 3 - November 14
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Valley Caregiver Resource Center

Tuesdays, October 9 - November 13
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Southern Caregiver Resource Center

Caring for the Chronically and Terminally Ill

This workshop will discuss personal comfort levels, six tasks of the dying; special communication; and patient?s needs. There will be time for questions and answers.

Wednesday, October 3
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center

Planning Today for Tomorrow: Family Caregiving and Legal Issues

Get a clear understanding of the legal issues related to caregiving during a two-hour discussion with an Elder Law attorney covering durable powers of attorneys for health care and finance, advance directive, basic estate planning, probate vs. a living will or trust, conservatorship and Medi-Cal Planning for long term care.

Wednesday, October 3
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 10
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Bay Area CRC / Family Caregiver Alliance

Tuesday, October 9
12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Monday, October 22
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Caregiver Resource Center of Orange

Wednesday, October 10
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Southern Caregiver Resource Center

Wednesday, October 24
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Del Mar Caregiver Resource Center

Stroke: What You Need to Know

Discuss what strokes are and how they happen, symptoms and warning signs, risk factors, the effects of a stroke, what family members need to know and community resources. Handouts will be provided.

Wednesday, October 3
6:30 - 8 p.m.
Southern Caregiver Resource Center

Creative Alternative: Exploring Right-Brain Insight

Creative Alternative is an experiental program that guides caregivers to explore feelings using art expression. It also allows participants an opportunity to create objects that they can retain. Art expertise is not necessary to participate in or benefit from this class because most of the work is done at a symbolic level.

Thursday, October 4
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Southern Caregiver Resource Center

Yes I Can! Caring for the Caregiver

The importance of self-care when caring for somone else.

Monday, October 8
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center

Taking Care of SoMEone Else

A one day workshop for those dedicated to the care of others, but who put their own health and social needs on the back burner.

Tuesday, October 9
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Valley Caregiver Resource Center

LACRC Orientation/Overview

An overview of the LACRC and its services.

Tuesday, October 9
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 10
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center

Controlling Your Frustrations

A four-week series designed to teach family caregivers skills for dealing with anger and frustration associated with caregiving.

Wednesdays, October 10 - 31
12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Southern Caregiver Resource Center

Thursday, October 18
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 25
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Thursday, October 25
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Valley Caregiver Resource Center

Yes I Can! Communication and Behaviors

Learn effective communication techniques when dealing with challenging behaviors.

Monday, October 15
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center

Aging with Grace

Learn about normal age related changes in your body and how to stay healthy longer.

Monday, October 15
10:15 - 11:45 a.m.
Southern Caregiver Resource Center

Yes I Can! Nutrition

You will learn the basics of nutrition and the special nutrition and fluid needs of the elderly and chronically ill, as well as ways to encourage and assist your loved one to eat for better health.

Monday, October 15
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center

Understanding Difficult Dementia Behavior

This one day workshop will focus on pratical suggestions and strategies for dealing with difficult dementia behaviors.

Tuesday, October 16
1:00 -3:00 p.m.
Valley Caregiver Resource Center

El Autocuidao del Cuidador/a

Una clase para cuidadores que analiza las razones por el cual es dificil practicar el auto cuidado. La clase se enfocara en lo necesario para poder cuidar nuestro cuerpo, mente, emociones, y espiritu.

Miercoles de 10:00 a.m. a 1:30 p.m. 17 de Octubre
Inland 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. Learn new ways to respond to troubling behavior. Feel more confident and positive about your caregiving role.

Thursdays, October 18 - November 8
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Caregiver Resource Center of Orange

Mondays, October 22 - November 12
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Inland Caregiver Resource Center

Tuesdays, October 23 - November 13
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Valley Caregiver Resource Center

Basics of Personal Care

Learn the basics of assisting someone with personal grooming activities. Pam Cameron, LVN, will demonstrate techniques that will help make you and your loved one more comfortable and the day-today care easier to manage.

Friday, October 19
10:15 - 11:45 a.m.
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center

Yes I Can! Body Mechanics

Become familiar with safe transfer techniques and their importance.

Monday, October 22
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center

Aging: Planning and Coping Skills

Conference topics include: family relationships and communication skills; review of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance directives and medical options; a time for hospice; funeral arrangements; and spirituality and forgiveness. Registration begins at 8:30. Breakfast and lunch will be served.

Friday, October 26
9:00 a.m. - 2:15 p.m..
Southern Caregiver Resource Center

Caregivers' Conference

Join us for a half-day conference for caregivers. Workshops and lectures on caregiving issues including end-of-life care, legal and financial issues, and self-care for the caregiver.

Saturday, October 27
8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center

Self Care for Family Caregivers

A workshop for family caregivers of people living with brain impairment such as Alzheimers Disease. Learn practical strategies to keep yourself healthy, lower your stress level and better manage the day to day challenges of careing for your loved one.

Wednesday, October 27
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Del Mar Caregiver Resource Center

Caregivers' Resource Fair

Resource fair for caregivers. Various workshops and lecture presented throughout the day as well as community organizations gathered to present their services.

Saturday, October 27
1:00 - 2:15 p.m.
Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center

Yes I Can! Incontinence and Personal Care

Discussion of incontinence and its impact on the individual and the caregiver. Also learn tips for helping with personal care needs.

Monday, October 29
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center

Reducing Caregiver Stress Using Chair Yoga

We will be focusing on breathing and passive stretching techniques to aid in relaxation and stress reduction. Jennifer, from The Yoga Solution, will be teaching and demonstrating ways to experience connectedness, balance and calmness.

Monday, October 29
10:15 - 11:30 a.m.
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center

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