Community Caregiver Support Group Schedule

The group provides speakers on topics relevant to caregiving, as well as devoting time to support, encourage and get to know other caregivers who are facing many of the same challenges. Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are most welcome.  Printer-friendly schedule.

 
Date: Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Topic: Discussion Group
Location: First Floor Conference Room (down hall from Adult Day Health) South Campus
   
Date: Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Topic: "Understanding Depression: When and How to get Help"
Speaker: Madaleine Lippert, RN, MSN, Geriatric Mental Health Specialist, Education Consultant, Alzheimer Society of WA
Location: Rehab Conference Room St. Joseph Hospital - South Campus, 809. E Chestnut, Bellingham (Jersey Street Entrance)
   
Date: Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Topic: Discussion Group
Location: First Floor Conference Room (down hall from Adult Day Health) South Campus
   
Date: Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Topic: Holiday Luncheon
Location: Rehab Conference Room St. Joseph Hospital - South Campus, 809. E Chestnut, Bellingham (Jersey Street Entrance)
    
Date: Tuesday, December 25, 2007
No meeting due to Christmas holiday
    
Date: Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Topic: "Housing Options for Seniors" - Where to move a loved one when care needs change.
Speaker: Panel of Representatives from Senior Living Facilities, Adult Family Homes, Assisted Living, Nursing Homes, Dementia Care Communities and Home Care Agencies
Location: Rehab Conference Room St. Joseph Hospital - South Campus, 809. E Chestnut, Bellingham (Jersey Street Entrance)
   
Date: Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Topic: Discussion Group
Location: First Floor Conference Room (down hall from Adult Day Health) South Campus
   
Date: Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Topic: "The Shared Care Plan Personal Health Record" - a free patient-centered self-management tool that can help you keep track of what is going on with your health and the health of your loved one.
Speaker: Lori Nichols, Pursuing Perfection Project Manager
Location: Rehab Conference Room St. Joseph Hospital - South Campus, 809. E Chestnut, Bellingham (Jersey Street Entrance)
     
Date: Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Topic: Discussion Group
Location: First Floor Conference Room (down hall from Adult Day Health) South Campus
     
Date: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Topic: Dealing with the Common Emotions of Caregiving Including Sadness, Frustration, Anger, Guilt and Loneliness"
Speaker: Sandy Stork, Masters in Counseling, Geriatric Mental Health Specialist
Location: Rehab Conference Room, St Joseph Hospital - South Campus, 809 E. Chestnut, Bellingham (Jersey Street Entrance)
     
Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Topic: Discussion Group
Location: First Floor Conference Room (down hall from Adult Day Health) South Campus
     
Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Topic: "Best Friends" Approach to Communication and Behavior in Caring for those with Dementia
Speaker: Julie Johnson, MSW - Care Management Director with Northwest Regional Council- Julie has more than 15 years experience in working with people with dementia and their caregivers.
Location: Rehab Conference Room, St. Joseph Hospital - South Campus, 809 E. Chestnut, Bellingham (Jersey Street Entrance)
   
Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Topic: Discussion Group
Location: First Floor Conference Room (down hall from Adult Day Health) South Campus
     
Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Topic: "Community Resources for Caregivers and Care Recipients"
Speaker: Senior Information and Assistance Staff
Location: Rehab Conference Room, St. Joseph Hospital - South Campus, 809 E. Chestnut, Bellingham (Jersey Street Entrance)
   
Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Topic: Discussion Group
Location: First Floor Conference Room (down hall from Adult Day Health) South Campus
   

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