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.

To Place or Not To Place

A four-week series designed for family caregivers who are considering or need long-term care placement. This class includes a panel discussion and a facility visit.

Tuesday, April 8, 15, 29, and May 6, 2008 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Valley 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.

Six Wednesdays, April 9, 2008 - Wednesday, May 21, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center

Six Fridays, April 11, 2008 - Friday, May 16, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center

Six Mondays, April 14, 21, 28, and May 5, 12, 19 from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Redwood Caregiver Resource Center

Controlling Your Frustrations

A one day workshop designed to teach family caregivers skills for dealing with anger and frustration associated with caregiving.

Thursday, April 10, 2008 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Valley Caregiver Resource Center

Home Survivor Skills Workshop

A one-day workshop intended for caregivers needing practical tips on house maintenance, household tips, and car maintenance. This workshop will help you feel more confident as you take on these responsibilities and continue to care for your loved.

Monday, April 14, 2008 from 1:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Valley Caregiver Resource Center

Long-Term Care Workshop

A two hour workshop for caregivers who are considering or planning long-term placement.

Tuesday, April 15, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Valley Caregiver Resource Center

Home Modifications

This event will provide information about how caregivers can modify their homes to be a safer environment for persons with dementia.

Tuesday, April 15, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Los Angeles 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 April: To Infinity & Beyond- An Exploration of Hope & Spirituality

Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. April 15, 2008
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. Preregistration required. Sliding scale fee.

Wednesdays, April 16, 23, 30 and May 7, 2008 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Bay Area CRC / Family Caregiver Alliance

Family Caregiving

This is a half-day conference sponsored by Queen of the Valley Hospital focused on Family Caregiving: community resources, caring for the caregiver, and various caregiving issues.

Thursday, April 17, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center

Aging with Grace

Aging, caregiving and memory loss overview; "real" questions and necessary planning; normal aging; quality of life choices; coping skills for illness, grief and loss; an honest look at marriage and family relationships; get your life in order; reminiscing and spirituality.

Tuesday, April 22, 2008 from 12 - 2 p.m. (Registration begins at 11:30 a.m.)
Southern Caregiver Resource Center

Understanding Difficult Dementia Behaviors

A two-hour workshop that will focus on pratical suggestions and strategies for dealing with dementia behaviors.

Tuesday, April 22, 2008 from 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Valley Caregiver Resource Center

Stay Solid on Your Feet

In this free presentation, you will learn about how to make your home a safe-haven for you and your loved ones; how to respond if you or a loved one has a fall; facts related to the cost and long-term effects of falling; and how to remain safely independent.

Tuesday, April 22, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center

Taking Care of SoMEone Else

A two-hour workshop dedicated to those who care for others but who put their own health and social needs on the back burner. Caregivers will learn tools to help them thrive in their caregiving situation.

Saturday, April 26, 2008 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Valley Caregiver Resource Center

Caregiver Retreat

48 Hr! Caregiver Retreats provide you with an opportunity to take a break from your caregiving responsibilities while enjoying the company of other caregivers. Retreat activities include relaxation & stress reduction; Tai Chi, massages, morning walks, arts & crafts; education: self care, community resources, health & wellness; emotional support: support groups, family consultations, interpersonal growth. This is a three-day, two-night event during which you will stay overnight at the retreat center. Respite assistance is available on a very limited, first-come, first-served basis.

Tuesday, April 29, 2008 - Thursday, May 1, 2008 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center

Long-Term Care Legal Workshop

A two hour workshop for caregivers who are considering or planning long-term placement.

Tuesday, April 29, 2008 from 12:30 p.m. -- 3:00 p.m.
Caregiver Resource Center of Orange

Managing Frustration

The task of cargiving for a family member or other loved one is tremendously demanding and stressful. Additionally, it changes the relationship between the caregiver and care receiver in fundamental ways that can affect the caregiver emotionally and physically. This course teaches skills that have the potential to exert a positive influence on every aspect of a caregiver's life, through learning self-care and assertiveness, changing unhelpful thoughts, and improving communication

Wednesdays, April 30, May 7, 21, 28, and June 4, 11, and 18 from 2 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Redwood Caregiver Resource Center

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