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Beginning in the Fall, the Greenwood Senior Center
will be expanding their programming for individuals with early stage
memory loss. The
Gathering Place will take place on first and third Thursdays of
the month from 1-4pm. The afternoon will include exercise and movement
including line dancing, strength training and yoga. Discussion,
creative expressions and social connection while enjoying some delicious
and healthy afternoon refreshments will make this program a special,
warm and inviting place for those living with early stage memory loss (ESML).
It also provides some respite care for the caregiver.
This program, being developed by the GSC’s
social worker Carin Mack, MSW and Mari Becker, MSW, will join two
other ESML programs: a support group and an ESML caregivers support
group, which has an art program attached to it to enable the caregiver’s
participation. There will be an open house and informational gathering
on Thursday, September 16 from 1:30-3pm. The Gathering Place will begin
on Thursday, October 7. The cost for this program is $35 per afternoon.
There is no drop-in available and pre-screening with Carin Mack is
required before participation. For further information call (206)
297-0875.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
This six-week educational program provides family
caregivers of older adults with long term conditions the skills and confidence
to provide better care for themselves and their loved ones. Registration is
required and class is limited to 12 participants. There is no fee for the class,
but the Caregiver Helpbook will be available for purchase. Please call in
advance to register (206) 297-0875. Cost: Free, Thurs, Sept 16-Oct 21,
9:30am-12pm.
Families: The Pleasures & Perils of Family
Relationships
We all want good feelings between our loved ones. At one time or another, there
are conflicts that arise. Sometimes the bond between family members is not as
strong as we want. In this group, we will discuss good communication techniques
and problem solve solutions for difficult family issues.
Cost: Free, Wed, Sept 22, Oct 27, Nov 30* & Dec
22, 11am-12pm. *Note date change.
For those with mild memory loss issues.
Support group meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month to discuss coping,
communication and other areas of concern. Then, on the third Tuesday of each
month trained facilitators will offer a program to encourage expression through
form and color.
Screening with Carin
required before participation. Call (206)-297-0875 to schedule.
This group is made possible by the partnership
of the Alzheimer's Association and by the generous sponsorship
from The Stratford at Maple Leaf.
 Alzheimer's Caregivers
Support and resources to family caregivers of those living
with dementia. Adult children, spouses, siblings and long distance caregivers
providing in home care or support in nursing homes. Meets at University
Congregational Church: 4515 16th NE on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, 1:30-3 pm.
Early Stage Memory Loss Caregiver Support Program
This monthly group is for any primary caregivers of someone with early stage
memory loss. Meets at GSC on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10:30 am - 12
pm. Contact Carin at (206) 230-0166 for additional details.
Living Alone
Nearly 30 million
Americans are single dwellers and 30% are older adults. Let’s come
together to share our experiences and thoughts on living alone. Meets
at GSC on the 1st
and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 11 am-12 pm. Contact Carin at
(206) 230-0166 for additional details.
Grief and Loss in Alzheimer's Caregiving
Contact Carin at (206)
230-0166 to see if this support group is
a good fit for you. Meets
at GSC on Sept 2 & 9 from 10:30 am-12 pm.
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