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Winter Calendar of Workshops and Classes

January � March 2008

Office of the Statewide Resources Consultant Family Caregiver Alliance

180 Montgomery St., Ste., 1100 San Francisco, CA 94104

(800) 445-8106 toll free (415) 434-3388 phone

(415) 434-3508 fax

www.californiacrc.org

About Us Each Caregiver Resource Center 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 provides information, education, and support for caregivers.

Please contact the sponsoring Caregiver Resource Center to confirm the dates and times for workshops and events. To see what’s new at the CRCs, visit us online at www.californiacrc.org.

Family Caregiver Alliance/ Bay Area Caregiver Resource Center (BACRC) 180 Montgomery St. Ste., 1100 San Francisco, CA 94104 (800) 445-8106 toll free (415) 434-3388 phone [email protected] www.caregiver.org

Coast Caregiver Resource Center (CCRC) 1528 Chapala St., Ste., 302 Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (888) 488-6555 (regional) (805) 962-3600 phone [email protected] www.coastcrc.org

Del Mar Caregiver Resource Center (DMCRC) 736 Chestnut St., Ste., F Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (800) 624-8204 toll free (831) 459-6639 phone info@ delmarcaregiver.org www.delmarcaregiver.org

Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center (DOCRC) 5723A Marconi Ave. Carmichael, CA 95608 (800) 635-0220 (regional) (916) 971-0893 phone [email protected] www.deloro.org

Inland Caregiver Resource Center (ICRC) 1420 East Cooley Drive, Ste., 100 Colton, CA 92324 (800) 675-6694 (CA) (909) 514-1404 phone [email protected] www.inlandcaregivers.com

Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center (LACRC) 3715 McClintock Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90089-0191 (800) 540-4442 (CA) (213) 821-7777 phone [email protected] www.losangelescrc.org

Mountain Caregiver Resource Center (MCRC) 2491 Carmichael Drive, Ste., 400 Chico, CA 95928 (800) 995-0878 regional (530) 898-5925 phone [email protected] www.caregiverresources.org/ MCRC_home.htm

Caregiver Resource Center of Orange County (OCRC) 2767 East Imperial Hwy 2nd Floor Brea, CA 92821 (800) 543-8312 (CA) (714) 870-3530 phone [email protected] www.caregiveroc.org

Redwood Caregiver Resource Center (RCRC) 141 Stony Circle, Ste., 200 Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (707) 542-0282 phone (800) 834-1636 (regional) [email protected] www.redwoodcrc.org

Southern Caregiver Resource Center (SCRC) 3675 Ruffin Road, Ste., 230 San Diego, CA 92123 (858) 268-4432 phone (800) 827-1008 (CA) [email protected] www.scrc.signonsandiego.com

Valley Caregiver Resource Center (VCRC) 3845 North Clark St., Ste., 201 Fresno, CA 93726 (800) 541-8614 (regional) (559) 224-9154 phone [email protected] www.valleycrc.org

California�s Caregiver Resource Centers

Winter Calendar of Workshops and Classes

January 1 � March 31, 2008

STATEWIDE................................................................................................................................1

A Space All Your Own: Using Link2Care Online Journal to Capture Your Caregiving Journey ...........................................................................................................................1

FAMILY CAREGIVER ALLIANCE/BAY AREA CRC .....................................................................1

Menlo Park - It Takes Two: A Refreshing Approach to Understanding Dementia Behavior...........................................................................................................................1 San Francisco - It Takes Two: A Refreshing Approach to Understanding Dementia Behavior...........................................................................................................................2 Oakland - It Takes Two: A Refreshing Approach to Understanding Dementia Behavior...........................................................................................................................2 Pleasanton - It Takes Two: A Refreshing Approach to Understanding Dementia Behavior...........................................................................................................................2

COAST CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER .................................................................................3

Your Caregiving Journey: Information and Resources..............................................................3

DEL MAR CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER..............................................................................4

Make Your Wishes Known: Advanced Care Planning Workshop .........................................4 Stress Relief for Family Caregivers ................................................................................................4 Understanding Stroke: Prevention, Behavior and Recovery ....................................................4

DEL ORO CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER..............................................................................5

Decisions, Directions and Reflections ..........................................................................................5 "We Need to Talk"—A Family Conversation with an Older Drivers ....................................5 Creative Advantage ..........................................................................................................................6 Capitol Caregiver Series—Family Communication...................................................................6 Common Sense Approach to Alzheimer's Caregiving ..............................................................6 Finding Comedy in Caregiver Chaos ............................................................................................7 Understanding Memory Loss--"You Can Do It!" .......................................................................7

INLAND CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER................................................................................8

Boot Camp for Caregivers: Classes for Building Perseverance, Flexibility & Endurance ..........................................................................................................................................8 Valentines Day Luncheon for Caregivers ....................................................................................9

Boot Camp for Caregivers: Classes for Building Perseverance, Flexibility & Endurance ..........................................................................................................................................9 Controlling Your Frustrations .....................................................................................................10 Taking Care of You: Powerful Tools for Caregiving................................................................10 Asuntos Legales de un Cuidador/a..............................................................................................10 Boot Camp for Caregivers: Classes for Building Perseverance, Flexibility & Endurance ........................................................................................................................................11

LOS ANGELES CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER ...................................................................11

Take Care Series .............................................................................................................................11

MOUNTAIN CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER .......................................................................11

Caregiving and Depression: When Things Fall Apart.............................................................11

CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER OF ORANGE COUNTY.......................................................12

Taking Care of You: Powerful Tools for Caregiving................................................................12 It Takes Two: A Refreshing Approach to Understanding Dementia Behavior.........................................................................................................................12

REDWOOD CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER ........................................................................13

SOUTHERN CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER ........................................................................13

Keys to Successful Alzheimer's Caregiving................................................................................13 Beyond Caregiving: Coming Back to You..................................................................................13 Aging: Planning and Coping Skills for End-of-Life Care ........................................................14 Dementia: Creating a Positive Environment.............................................................................14 Beyond Caregiving: Coming Back to You..................................................................................14

VALLEY CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER ..............................................................................15 Fresno - Home Survivor Skills .....................................................................................................15 Tehachapi - Senior Safety .............................................................................................................15 Fresno - Taking Care of SoMeone Else ......................................................................................15 Merced - Taking Care of SoMeone Else.....................................................................................16 Fresno - Understanding Difficult Dementia Behaviors...........................................................16 Visalia - Home Survivor Skills......................................................................................................16 Bakersfield - Senior Safety ............................................................................................................16 Oakhurst - Understanding Difficult Dementia Behaviors......................................................17 Tehachapi - Home Survivor Skills...............................................................................................17 Cuidando Al Cuidador ..................................................................................................................17 California City - Home Survivor Skills .......................................................................................17 Bakersfield - When Everyone Talks and Nobody Listens: Working Together with Your Siblings.........................................................................................................18 Legal Forum.....................................................................................................................................18

Long Term Care Worskshop........................................................................................................18 Visalia - Taking Care of SoMeone Else ......................................................................................19 Madera - Taking Care of SoMeone Else ....................................................................................19 Controlling Your Frustrations .....................................................................................................19 Tehachapi - When Everyone Talks and Nobody Listens: Working Together with Your Siblings.........................................................................................................20

Winter Calendar of Classes and Workshops ! January – March 2008

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Statewide Available to all caregivers living in California

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

Date & Time: Tuesdays, January 15, 22 & 29;; 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Family Caregivers (wives, husbands, daughters, sons, partners and friends) deserve a safe place to share thoughts and ideas. A protected online journal may be just the right place for you to gain new insight and reveal possible solutions. Start the New Year right! Join Maggie Marshall, award-winning journaling guide and Program Director with Southern Caregiver Resource Center, in a new three-part workshop by phone & computer. Every class member will have free access to their own personal online Link2Care journal. Sponsor(s): California Caregiver Resource Centers - Bay Area/FCA, Coast CRC, Del Mar CRC, Del Oro CRC, Inland CRC, Los Angeles CRC, Mountain CRC, CRC of Orange Co., Redwood CRC, Southern CRC, Valley CRC. Speaker(s): Maggie Marshall, Southern Caregiver Resource Center Where: All you need is a phone and L2C membership. Contact your local CRC to sign up. Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: Jennifer Hull, [email protected] (800) 445-8106 x 411

Family Caregiver Alliance/Bay Area CRC Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara.

Menlo Park - It Takes Two: A Refreshing Approach to Understanding Dementia Behavior

Date & Time: Thursdays, February 14 - March 6;; 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

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. Sponsor(s): Family Caregiver Alliance/Bay Area Caregiver Resource Center and Rosener House Adult Day Services Speaker(s): Christina Irving, MSW and Lara Wheless, M.Div Where: 500 Arbor Road, Menlo Park, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: Jennifer Hull, [email protected] (800) 445-8106

Calendar of Events ! January 1 – March 31, 2008

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San Francisco - It Takes Two: A Refreshing Approach to Understanding Dementia Behavior

Date & Time: Mondays, March 3, 10, 17 & 24;; 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

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. Sponsor(s): Family Caregiver Alliance/Bay Area Caregiver Resource Center and Self-Help for the Elderly Speaker(s): Lois Escobar, MSW Where: 408 22nd Ave., San Francisco, CA Registration/Cost: Free. Pre-registration required. Contact: Jennifer Hull, [email protected] (800) 445-8106

Oakland - It Takes Two: A Refreshing Approach to Understanding Dementia Behavior

Date & Time: Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19 & 26; 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

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. Sponsor(s): Family Caregiver Alliance/Bay Area Caregiver Resource Center and Mercy Retirement and Care Center Speaker(s): Jo Mccord, MA Where: 3431 Foothill Blvd,, Oakland, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: Jennife, r Hull, [email protected] (800) 445-8106

Pleasanton - It Takes Two: A Refreshing Approach to Understanding Dementia Behavior

Date & Time: Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19 & 26; 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

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. Sponsor(s): Family Caregiver Alliance/Bay Area Caregiver Resource Center and Pleasanton Senior Center Speaker(s): Stephen Laird, MFT and Marty Cusing, MA Where: 5353 Sunol Blvd., Pleasanton, CA Registration/Cost: . Pre-registration required. Contact: Jennifer Hull, [email protected] (800) 445-8106


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Coast Caregiver Resource Center San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura.

Your Caregiving Journey: Information and Resources

Date & Time: TBA. Contact sponsoring organization for more information.

Are you providing unpaid care to a dependent family member or friend? Do you need information or assistance finding resources that might help you? Would you like to help others by sharing your ideas about the kinds of information or services that would support people like you in their caregiving role? If you answer “yes” to any of these questions, please join us for a morning of inspiration and help for your caregiving journey. Respite options are available. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Sponsor(s): Coast Caregiver Resource Center; Santa Barbara City College Continuing Education; Caregiver Coalition of Santa Barbara; United Way of Santa Barbara County Speaker(s): Several speakers Where: Tannahill Auditorium, Schott Center, Santa Barbara, CA Registration/Cost: No registration fee. Morning snack and lunch provided. Contact: Rebecca Huerta-Sussman, [email protected] or (888) 488-6555 x 14

Your Caregiving Journey: Information and Resources


Are you providing unpaid care to a dependent family member or friend? Do you need information or assistance finding resources that might help you? Would you like to help others by sharing your ideas about the kinds of information or services that would support people like you in their caregiving role? If you answer “yes” to any of these questions, please join us for a morning of inspiration and help for your caregiving journey. Respite options are available. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Sponsor(s): Coast Caregiver Resource Center; Santa Barbara City College Continuing Education; Caregiver Coalition of Santa Barbara; United Way of Santa Barbara County Speaker(s): Various. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Where: Tannahill Auditorium, Schott Center, Santa Barbara, CA Registration/Cost: No registration fee. Morning snack and lunch provided. Contact: Rebecca Huerta-Sussman, [email protected] or (888) 488-6555 x 14


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Del Mar Caregiver Resource Center Monterey, San Benito, Santa Cruz.

Make Your Wishes Known: Advanced Care Planning Workshop

Date & Time: Tuesday, January 8; 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.

This workshop will provide information, reassurance, and an Advanced Directive planning kit including Advanced Directives, FAQs, information and resources on where to get help with forms, and how to raise the topic with loved ones. Sponsor(s): Del Mar Caregiver Resource Center Speaker(s): Expert from the Make Your Wishes Known Initiative Where: Live Oak Senior Center, Santa Cruz, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Event is free! Contact: Consuelo Juarez, [email protected] or (831) 459-6639

Stress Relief for Family Caregivers


Learn effective stress relief tools and techniques to help you in your caregiving role.This 3 hour class will take you through step-by-step techniques to relax and release stresses and strain. You will leave feeling rested and rejuvenated with tools you can use at home. Sponsor(s): Del Mar Caregiver Resource Center Speaker(s): Consuelo Juarez Where: TBA, Salinas, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: Consuelo Juarez, [email protected] or (831) 796-6920

Understanding Stroke: Prevention, Behavior and Recovery


Learn the signs of stroke activity, behavior patterns, how to prevent stroke as well as recovery. Find out more about the Cabrillo Stroke Center and the role they play in our community. Sponsor(s): Del Mar Caregiver Reource Center and Cabrillo College Stroke Center Speaker(s): Beth McKinnon, LMFT and Director of the Stroke Center Counseling Department Where: Live Oak Senior Center, Santa Cruz, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: Consuelo Juarez, [email protected] or (831) 459-6639


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Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, Colusa, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Sierra, Sutter, Yolo, Yuba.

Decisions, Directions and Reflections

Date & Time: Thursday, January 17; 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

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, Ginger McMurchie, Consultant with Senior Care Solutions, will share information about: - Home care options and the limitations of in-home care - Options for long-term placement and choosing a care setting that matches your loved one's needs - Different levels of care provided by Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Memory Care Facilities Respite options are available. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Sponsor(s): Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center and the Area 4 Agency on Aging Speaker(s): Ginger McMurchie, Consultant, Senior Care Solutions Where: Senior Service Agency; McFall Room, Stockton, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (916) 971-0893 or (800) 635-0220

"We Need to Talk"�A Family Conversation with an Older Drivers

Date & Time: Thursday, January 31; 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

This seminar offers easy-to-use, practical information to help families advise their loved ones on whether it is time to limit or give up driving. Discussion will include such challenging topics as observing warning signs, conversation openers, how to construct a caring, effective conversation about driving, and selecting the right messenger. Other information will lead the seminar participant to additional resources, a handy way to estimate the cost of transportation, and

ideas for finding alternative transportation. This event is free�seating is limited; register early! Respite options are available. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Sponsor(s): Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center, AARP and Area 4 Agency on Aging Speaker(s): TBA Where: Area 4 Agency on Aging, Sacramento, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (916) 486-1876


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Creative Advantage

Date & Time: Thursday, February 7; 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.

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, for this hands on workshop as she presents the soothing effect of art for caregivers. Respite options are available. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Sponsor(s): Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center and Alzheimer's Association Speaker(s): Elizabeth Rawson, MA Where: Yuba County One Stop; Yuba Room, Marysville, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (916) 971-0893 or (800) 635-0220

Capitol Caregiver Series�Family Communication


Family communication is challenging under everyday circumstances. But 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 and answers your questions on this important topic. Sponsor(s): Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center and Captiol Health Services Speaker(s): Larry Dawes, MSW, Senior Care Manager for Eskaton Senior Connection Where: Sacramento, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (916) 971-0893 or (800) 635-0220

Common Sense Approach to Alzheimer's Caregiving

Date & Time: Thursday, February 28; 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon

Guest presenter, John Gorman, co-founder of the Alzheimer's Aid Society will be presenting on Alzheimer's caregiving. Mr. Gorman will address frequently asked questions about Alzheimer’s; present the “do's” and “don'ts” of Alzheimer’s caregiving; and share practical strategies and valuable techniques to help you provide the best possible care for your loved one (e.g. behavior, ADLs). Sponsor(s): Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center and San Joaquin Care - IHHS Public Authority Speaker(s): John Gorman, Alzheimer's Aid Society Where: IHHS Public Authority, Stockton, CA Registration: Pre-registration required. Contact: (916) 971-0893 or (800) 635-0220


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Finding Comedy in Caregiver Chaos

Date & Time: Wednesday, March 26; 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

Are you a caregiver who needs a little laughter in your life? Join Patty Wooten, RN, BSN, a successful nurse, a renowned international speaker, author and thought leader in therapeutic humor, as she presents on the importance of utilizing humor as a means to reduce personal stress. Respite options are available. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Sponsor(s): Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center and St. Jospeh's Medical Center Speaker(s): Patty Wooten, RN, BSN Where: St. Joseph's Medical Center - Main Auditorium, Stockton, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: Kate Lindeman, (209) 461-5061

Understanding Memory Loss--"You Can Do It!"

Date & Time: Wednesday, March 26; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The Greater Sacramento Area's premiere education conference will feature distinguished experts discussing research, hope for the future, and how to talk with your doctor if you suspect memory loss.

Concurrent sessions will include: medication management, meaningful activities, legal and financial planning, assessing and managing behaviors, stress relief for caregivers, and a panel conversation about early stage alzheimer's disease.

An Exhibitors Fair runs continuously throughout the day bringing you local community resources. Respite options are available. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Sponsor(s): Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center, Alzheimer's Association and UC Davis Alzheimer's Disease Research Center Speaker(s): TBA Where: Lions Gate Hotel and Conference Center, Garden Pavilion Building, Sacramento, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Cost includes morning refreshments, lunch and all conference materials. $25 early bird special for family caregivers ($30 after March 1); $60 early bird special for CNA/ HHA—includes CEU certificate ($65 after March 1);. $75 early bird special for BRN, RCFE, LMFT, LCSW, NHA—includes CEU certificate ($80 after March 1st). Contact: Denise Davis, [email protected] or 916-930-9080 or 800-272-3900


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Inland Caregiver Resource Center Inyo, Mono, Riverside, San Bernardino.

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

Date & Time: Tuesday, January 8; 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

In our Boot Camp series, we will combat the sources of stress by learning to be tolerant of the unknown. Topic for January: Redefining My Role as a Caregiver Sponsor(s): Inland Caregiver Resource Center with NFCSP grants from Riverside County Office on Aging and San Bernardino County Department of Aging and Adult Services. Speaker(s): TBA Where: Inland Caregiver Resource Center, Colton, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (800) 675-6694


Date & Time: Tuesday, January 15; 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

In our Boot Camp series, we will combat the sources of stress by learning to be tolerant of the unknown. Topic for January: Redefining My Role as a Caregiver.

Respite options are available. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Sponsor(s): Inland Caregiver Resource Center with NFCSP grants from Riverside County Office on Aging Where: Eisenhower Five Star Club, Palm Desert, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (800) 675-6694

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

Date & Time: Tuesday, February 5; 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

In our Boot Camp series, we will combat the sources of stress by learning to be tolerant of the unknown. Topic for February: How to Embrace the Unknown

Respite options are available. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Sponsor(s): Inland Caregiver Resource Center with NFCSP grants from Riverside County Office on Aging and San Bernardino Co. Dept. of Aging and Adult Services.


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Speaker(s): TBA Where: Inland Caregiver Resource Center, Colton, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (800) 675-6694

Valentines Day Luncheon for Caregivers

Date & Time: Thursday, February 14; 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Your invited to luncheon held in honor of… You! Because we at Inland Caregiver Resource Center appreciate and understand all the hard work, attention and care you give to your loved one every day. Respite options are available. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Sponsor(s): Inland Caregiver Resource Center with NFCSP grants from Riverside County Office on Aging, San Bernardino County Department of Aging and Adult Services, and California CRC (Chapter 1658) funding from the California Department of Mental Health. Where: TBA. Contact sponsoring organization for more inforamtion. Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (800) 675-6694


Date & Time: Tuesday, February 19; 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

In our Boot Camp series, we will combat the sources of stress by learning to be tolerant of the unknown. Topic for February: How to Embrace the Unknown. Sponsor(s): Inland Caregiver Resource Center with NFCSP grants from Riverside County Office on Aging Where: Eisenhower Five Star Club,Palm Desert, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (800) 675-6694

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

Date & Time: Tuesday, March 4; 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

In our Boot Camp series, we will combat the sources of stress by learning to be tolerant of the unknown. Topic for March: Regaining "Relational Strength" Through the Arts. Sponsor(s): Inland Caregiver Resource Center with NFCSP grants from Riverside County Office on Aging and San Bernardino County Department of Aging and Adult Services.


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Speaker(s): TBA Where: Inland Caregiver Resource Center, Colton, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (800) 675-6694

Controlling Your Frustrations

Date & Time: Eight Wednesdays, March 5 - April 23; 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

An eight-week series designed to teach family caregivers skills for dealing with anger and frustration associated with caregiving. Respite options are available. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Sponsor(s): Inland Caregiver Resource Center with funding provided by California CRC (Chapter 1658) funding from the California Department of Mental Health. Where: Hemet, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (800) 675-6694

Taking Care of You: Powerful Tools for Caregiving

Date & Time: Mondays, March 17 - April 21; 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

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. Sponsor(s): Inland Caregiver Resource Center with funding provided by California CRC (Chapter 1658) funding from the California Department of Mental Health. Where: TBA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (800) 675-6694

Asuntos Legales de un Cuidador/a

Date & Time: Miercoles 19 de Marzo del 2008 de 10:00 a.m. a 1:30 p.m.

Una clase para cuidadores que se enfocar en los asuntos legales importantes para un cuidador/a de familia. Se hablara sobre poderes de duracion indeterminada, fideicomisos en vida revocables, designacion de una persona responsable de hacer los cobros y curaduria del patrimonio y de la persona.

Sponsor(s): Inland Caregiver Resource Center with funding provided by California CRC (Chapter 1658) funding from the California Department of Mental Health. Speaker(s): TBA Where: Inland Caregiver Resource Center, Colton, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (800) 675-6694


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Date & Time: Tuesday, March 18; 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

In our Boot Camp series, we will combat the sources of stress by learning to be tolerant of the unknown. Topic for March: Regaining "Relational Strenght" Through the Arts. Respite options are available. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Sponsor(s): Inland Caregiver Resource Center with NFCSP grants from Riverside County Office on Aging Where: Eisenhower Five Star Club, Palm Desert, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (800) 675-6694

Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center Los Angeles.

Take Care Series

Date & Time: Thursday, January 24; 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m.

Join us for our upcoming Take Care Series to learn about and acquire tools to protect yourself from identity theft, fraud and scams. Sponsor(s): Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center Where: Andrus Gerontology Center, Los Angeles, CA Registration/Cost: Call (800) 821-7777. Register online at http://geroweb.usc.edu/lacrc. Contact: (800) 540-4442

Mountain Caregiver Resource Center Butte, Glenn, Lassen, Modoc, Plumas, Shasta, Siskiyou, Tehama, Trinity.

Caregiving and Depression: When Things Fall Apart.

Date & Time: Saturday, March 1; 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Caregiving can be challenging, at best. Family caregivers often find themselves with far more to do, far more decisions to make, with less sleep, inadequate skills, and more uncertainy. It's easy to understand how depression can sneak into our lives unnoticed. The results can be detrimental not only for caregivers, but for their loved ones too.


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What are the warning signal of depressions? How can we undertake caregiving responsibilities without burnout? Join us and find out! Sponsor(s): Mountain Caregiver Resource Center Where: Mountain Caregiver Resource Center, Chico, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: Sue Shanks, Training Coordinator, [email protected]/(530) 898-6722

Caregiver Resource Center of Orange County Orange.

Taking Care of You: Powerful Tools for Caregiving

Date & Time: Wednesdays, January 16 - February 20; 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

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. Sponsor(s): Orange Caregiver Resource Center Speaker(s): Karin Little, MSW and Connie Knaus, BS Where: Caregiver Resource Center, Brea, CA Registration/Cost: Suggested donation of $40. Pre-registration required. Partial scholarships and /or help with cost of care for your loved one may be available. For more info, please call Jaini at 714-870-3530, ext. 2311. Contact: Jaini Barker, [email protected] or (714) 870-3530 x 2311

It Takes Two: A Refreshing Approach to Understanding Dementia Behavior

Date & Time: Wednesdays, March 19 - April 9; 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

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. Respite options are available. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Sponsor(s): Orange Caregiver Resource Center Speaker(s): Karin Little, MSW & Connie Knaus, BS Where: Adult Day Services of Orange County, Huntington Beach, CA Registration/Cost: Suggest Donation of $30. Pre-registration required. Partial scholarships and/or help with the cost of care for your loved-one may be available. Contact: Jaini Barker, [email protected] or (714) 870-3530 x 2311


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Redwood Caregiver Resource Center Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, Mendocino, Napa, Solano, Sonoma.

Redwood Caregiver Resource Center sponsors caregiver education classes and workshops regularly throughout the year. For more information, please contact them directly at (707) 542-0282 or (800) 834-1636.

Southern Caregiver Resource Center Imperial, San Diego.

Keys to Successful Alzheimer's Caregiving

Date & Time: Thursday, January 24; 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Continental breakfast at 8:30)

Topics inlude: facing down denial; building a team of support; care for the caregiver; accessing resources. Respite options are available. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Sponsor(s): Southern Caregiver Resource Center, ActivCare, Glenner Alzheimer's Family Centers and AARP Where: Scottish Rite Masonic Center, San Diego, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. 3 CEUs available. Contact: (619) 224-7300

Beyond Caregiving: Coming Back to You

Date & Time: Thursday, February 7; 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

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. Respite options are available. Contact sponsoring organization for more information. Sponsor(s): Southern Caregiver Resource Center Where: Southern Caregiver Resource Center, San Diego, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. $35 for each class. Contact: , [email protected] (858) 268-4432 or (800) 827-1008


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Aging: Planning and Coping Skills for End-of-Life Care

Date & Time: Friday, February 8; 9:00 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. (Registration begins at 8:30AM)

Family relationships and communication skills; legal planning will include a review of wills, trusts, powers of sttorney, and Advance Medical Care Directives and medical options; when is it time for hospice care; making funeral arrangements; spirituality and forgiveness Sponsor(s): Southern Caregiver Resource Center, Solana Beach Senior Center, Sharp Hospice Care, The Patrician, Redwood Terrace, and White Sands of La Jolla Speaker(s): Veronika Glenn, Lois Kelley, Jatana Williams, Rev. Vanessa Chicca, Rev. Ed Girod Where: Solana Beach Presbyterian Church (Depin Hall), Solana Beach, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Continental Breakfast and Lunch provided courtesy of our sponsors. Contact: (800) 827-4277

Dementia: Creating a Positive Environment

Date & Time: Friday, February 8; 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m. (Registration begins at 11:30am)

Understand the dementia diagnosis and progression of the disease, behaviors; the "why" of agitation, combativeness and difficult behavior; wandering and other safety issues; effective interaction and communication; activities and structure. Sponsor(s): Southern Caregiver Resource Center and Silverado Escondido Speaker(s): Veronika Glenn Where: Silverado Senior Living, Escondido, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Seminar is no cost. Lunch and two CEUs provided. Contact: (760) 737-7900

Beyond Caregiving: Coming Back to You

Date & Time: Thursday, March 6; 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

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. Sponsor(s): Southern Caregiver Resource Center Where: Southern Caregiver Resource Center, San Diego, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. $35 for each class. Contact: , [email protected] (858) 268-4432 or (800) 827-1008


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Valley Caregiver Resource Center Fresno, Kern, Kings, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Stanislaus, Tulare, Tuolumne.

Fresno - Home Survivor Skills

Date & Time: Thursday, January 10; 2:00 - 4:30 p.m.

A very unique two-hour workshop that provides practical tips on home and car maintenance. Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Fresno-Madera Area Agency on Aging Speaker(s): Susana Rodriguez, MA, Family Consultant/Educator, Valley CRC Where: Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Fresno, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (559) 224-9154 or (800) 541-8614

Tehachapi - Senior Safety

Date & Time: Thursday, January 24; 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Discussion on "Senior Safety and Identity Theft". Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Kern County Aging and Adult Services Speaker(s): Michelle Castro, Kern Crime Prevention Unit Where: Tehachapi Senior Center, Tehachapi, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (661) 821-1626

Fresno - Taking Care of SoMeone Else

Date & Time: Tuesday, January 29; 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

A workshop for those dedicated to the care of 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. Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Fresno-Madera AAA Speaker(s): Susana Rodriguez, MA, Family Consultant/Educator, Valley CRC Where: Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Fresno, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (559) 224-9154 or (800) 541-8614


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Merced - Taking Care of SoMeone Else

Date & Time: Thursday, February 7; 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

A workshop for those dedicated to the care of 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. Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center and Merced AAA Speaker(s): Susana Rodriguez, MA, Family Consultant/Educator, Valley CRC Where: Courtyard at Merced, Merced, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (559) 224-9154 or (800) 541-8614

Fresno - Understanding Difficult Dementia Behaviors

Date & Time: Tuesday, February 19; 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

This one day workshop will focus on pratical suggestions and strategies for dealing with dementia behaviors. Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Fresno-Madera AAA Speaker(s): Susana Rodriguez, MA, Family Consultant/Educator, Valley CRC Where: Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Fresno, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (559) 224-9154 or (800) 541-8614

Visalia - Home Survivor Skills

Date & Time: Wednesday, February 20; 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

A very unique workshop that provides practical tips on home and car maintenance. Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center and Kaweah Rehabilitation Hospital Where: Kaweah Delta Rehabilitation Hospital - Bear Room, Visalia, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (559) 224-9154 or (800) 541-8614

Bakersfield - Senior Safety


Discussion on "Senior Safety and Identity Theft". Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Kern County Aging and Adult Services Speaker(s): Michelle Castro, Kern Crime Prevention Unit Where: Health South, Bakersfield, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (661) 821-1626


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Oakhurst - Understanding Difficult Dementia Behaviors

Date & Time: Tuesday, February 26; 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

This one day workshop will focus on pratical suggestions and strategies for dealing with dementia behaviors. Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Fresno-Madera AAA Speaker(s): Susana Rodriguez, MA, Family Consultant/Educator, Valley CRC Where: Oakhurst Lutheran Church, Oakhurst, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (559) 224-9154 or (800) 541-8614

Tehachapi - Home Survivor Skills


A very unique workshop that will help caregivers with practical tips on house maintenance, household tips, and car maintenance. Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Kern County Aging and Adult Svcs. Speaker(s): Susana Rodriguez, MA, Family Consultant/Educator, Valley CRC Where: Tehachapi Senior Center, Tehachapi, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (661) 821-1626 or (800) 541-8614

Cuidando Al Cuidador

Date & Time: Viernes, Febrero 29 de las 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 medio dia

En esta clase usted aprendera como el estres puede afectarle a usted y a la persona a quien cuida. Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Fresno-Madera Area AAA Where: Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Fresno, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (559) 224-9154 or (800) 541-8614

California City - Home Survivor Skills

Date & Time: Wednesday, March 5; 2:00 - 4:30 p.m.

A very unique workshop that will help caregivers with practical tips on house maintenance, household tips, and car maintenance. Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Kern County Aging and Adult Svcs. Speaker(s): Susana Rodriguez, MA, Educator/Family Consultant, Valley CRC Where: Mable Davis Senior Center, California City, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (661) 821-1626 or (800) 541-8614


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Bakersfield - When Everyone Talks and Nobody Listens: Working Together with Your Siblings

Date & Time: Thursday, March 6; 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

This workshop will focus on common conflicts among siblings when providing care for a family member and how to foster agreement and cooperation.

Caregivers will learn tips for more effective communication, ways to encourage participation, and strategies to work things out. Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Kern Aging & Adult Services Speaker(s): Susana Rodriguez, MA, Family Consultant/Educator, Valley CRC Where: Health South, Bakersfield, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (661) 821-1626 or (800) 541-8614

Legal Forum

Date & Time: Friday, March 7; 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Two-hour discussion with an Elder-Law Attorney will cover Durable Powers of Attorneys for health care and finance, Advance Directive, basic estate planning, Probate vs. a Living Will or Trust. Will talk briefly on conservatorship with a focus on Medi-Cal planning for long term care (placement in a Skilled Nursing Facility). Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Fresno-Madera Area Agency on Aging Speaker(s): Kevin D. Gunner, Attorney At Law Where: Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Fresno, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (559) 224-9154 or (800) 541-8614

Long Term Care Worskshop

Date & Time: Tuesday, March 11; 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 noon

A one day workshop for caregivers who are considering or planning long term care placement. Topics include: Durable Powers of Attorneys for health care and finance, Advance Directive, basic estate planning, Probate vs. a Living Will or Trust. Will talk briefly on conservatorship with a focus on Medi-Cal planning for long term care (placement in a Skilled Nursing Facility). Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center and Merced AAA Speaker(s): Susana Rodriguez, MA, Family Consultant/Educator, Valley CRC Where: Courtyard At Merced, Merced, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (559) 224-9154 or (800) 541-8614


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Visalia - Taking Care of SoMeone Else

Date & Time: Tuesday, March 18; 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

A workshop for those dedicated to the care of 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. Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center and Kaweah Delta Rehabilitation Hospital Speaker(s): Susana Rodriguez, MA, Family Consultant/Educator, Valley CRC Where: Kaweah Delta Rehabilitation Hospital - Bear Room, Visalia, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (559) 224-9154 or (800) 541-8614

Madera - Taking Care of SoMeone Else

Date & Time: Thursday, March 20; 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon

A workshop for those dedicated to the care of 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. Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Fresno-Madera Area Agency on Aging and City of Madera Speaker(s): Susana Rodriguez, MA, Educator/Family Consultant, Valley CRC Where: TBA, Madera, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (559) 224-9154 or (800) 541-8614

Controlling Your Frustrations

Date & Time: Tuesday, March 25; 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

A one day workshop designed to teach family caregivers skills for dealing with anger and frustration associated with caregiving. Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Fresno-Madera Area Agency on Aging Speaker(s): Susana Rodriguez, MA, Family Consultant/Educator, Valley CRC Where: Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Fresno, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (559) 224-9154 or (800) 541-8614


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Tehachapi - When Everyone Talks and Nobody Listens: Working Together with Your Siblings

Date & Time: Thursday, March 27; 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

This workshop will focus on common conflicts among siblings when providing care for a family member and how to foster agreement and cooperation. Caregivers will learn tips for more effective communication, ways to encourage participation, and strategies to work things out. Sponsor(s): Valley Caregiver Resource Center, Kern County Aging and Adult Services Speaker(s): Susana Rodriguez, MA, Family Consultant/Educator, Valley CRC Where: Tehachapi Senior Center, Tehachapi, CA Registration/Cost: Pre-registration required. Contact: (661) 821-1626 or (800) 541-8614

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