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.

A Space All Your Own : Using Link2Care Online Journal To Capture Your Caregiving Journey

Family caregivers deserve a safe place to share thoughts and ideas. Start the New Year right! Join Maggie Marshall, award-winning journaling guide and Program Director with Southern Caregiver Resource Center, in a new 3-part workshop by phone & computer. Every class member will have free access to their own personal online Link2Care journal.

Tuesdays, January 15, 22 & 29
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
California's Caregiver Resource Centers

Aging: Planning and Coping Skills

Important topics related to aging and end of life planning will be discussed, including family relationships and communication skills; legal issues including wills, trusts, Powers of Attorney, Advance Care Directives and medical options; hospice; funeral arrangements; and spirituality and forgiveness.

Friday, February 8
9:00 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. (Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.)
Southern Caregiver Resource Center

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

In our Boot Camp series, we will combat the sources of stress by learning to be tolerant of the unknown. A different topic every month!

Finding Meaning in Caregiving
Tuesday, December 18
10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Redefining My Role as a Caregiver
Tuesday, January 8
10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday, January 15
10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

How to Embrace the Unknown
Tuesday, February 5
10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 19
10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Inland Caregiver Resource Center

Capitol Caregiver Series - Family Communication

Conflicts and tensions often intensify between family members when caring for a loved one with dementia or other chronic health conditions. Join Larry Dawes, MSW, Senior Care Manger for Eskaton Senior Connection, as he presents effective strategies for communicating with family members about coordination of care. There will be time for Q&A.

Thursday, February 7
12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m.
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center

Creative Advantage

Discover new ways to explore your creativity as a way to reduce stress, relax and create a more peaceful environment. Join Elizabeth Rawson, Master of Arts and Family Consultant for Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center as she presents the soothing effects of art for caregivers.

Thursday, February 7
1:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center

Decisions, Directions and Reflections

Deciding if and when to move your loved one from a home to a care facility can be one of the hardest decisions a caregiver makes. Whether you are currently thinking about a move or just need to know more, this workshop will help you understand home care options and limitations, how to choose a long-term care setting, and the different levels of care provided by Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Memory Care Facilities.

Thursday, January 17
10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center

Home Survivor Skills

A very unique workshop that will help caregivers with practical tips on house maintenance, household tips, and car maintenance.

Thursday, January 10
2:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 20
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Thursday, February 28
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Valley Caregiver Resource Center

Make Your Wishes Known: Advanced Care Planning Workshop

This workshop will provide you with information, reassurance, and an Advanced Directive planning kit including Advanced Directives, FAQs, how to get help with the forms, and how to raise the topic with your loved ones.

Tuesday, January 8
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Del Mar Caregiver Resource Center

Senior Safety

Discussion on "Senior Safety and Identity Theft".

Thursday, January 24
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Thursday, February 7
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Valley Caregiver Resource Center

Taking Care of SoMeone Else

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

Tuesday, January 29
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Thursday, February 7
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Valley Caregiver Resource Center

Taking Care of You: Powerful Tools for Caregiving

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

Wednesdays, January 16 - February 20
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Caregiver Resource Center of Orange

The Keys to Successful Alzheimer's Caregiving

Learn to face down denial, build a supportive network, find time for yourself, and access caregiver resources.

Thursday, January 24
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Continental breakfast at 8:30)
Southern Caregiver Resource Center

Understanding Difficult Dementia Behaviors

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

Tuesday, February 19
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, February 26
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Valley Caregiver Resource Center

"We Need to Talk": Family Conversations with Older Drivers

Easy-to-use, practical information for families who feel it is time for their loved one to limit or give up driving. Topics will include conversation openers, how to construct a caring but effective conversation about driving, and who to have present during the discussion. Seating is limited; register early!

Thursday, January 31
10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center

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