FAMILY CAREGIVERS (GENERAL) SUPPORT GROUPS
This Duet support group is for any caregivers taking care of a loved one with any type of disabling condition. Support groups give people an opportunity to be in a caring and understanding setting with others who are in similar situations. Ask questions and get answers from people who have “been there” and learn creative, caring problem-solving techniques and caregiving ideas. Please call before attending a group for the first time at 602-274-5022.
General Caregiver Support Group
Thursday, June 22, 10 – 11:00 a.m.
Skyway Church of the West Valley
14900 W. Van Buren, Goodyear
602-274-5022; duetaz.org
General Caregiver Support Group
Tuesday, June 13 and 27, 10 – 12 p.m.
Via Linda Senior Center
10440 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale
602-274-5022; duetaz.org
SUPPORT GROUPS FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS WHOSE LOVED ONES HAVE ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE OR OTHER DEMENTIA
This Duet support group is for any caregivers whose loved ones have Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. Support groups give people an opportunity to be in a caring and understanding setting with others who are in similar situations. Ask questions and get answers from people who have “been there” and learn creative, caring problem-solving techniques and caregiving ideas. Please call before attending a group for the first time at 602-274-5022.
Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group
Thursday, June 1 and 15, 10 a.m. to noon
Duet (on the property of Church of the Beatitudes)
555 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix
602-274-5022; duetaz.org
Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group
Tuesday, June 6 and 20, noon – 2 p.m.
Duet (on the property of Church of the Beatitudes)
555 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix
602-274-5022; duetaz.org
FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS FOR THOSE WHOSE LOVED ONES HAVE PARKINSON’S DISEASE OR OTHER DEMENTIA
This Duet support group is for family caregivers whose loved ones have Parkinson’s disease. Support groups give people an opportunity to be in a caring and understanding setting with others who are in similar situations. Ask questions and get answers from people who have “been there” and learn creative, caring problem-solving techniques and caregiving ideas. Please call before attending a group for the first time at 602-274-5022.
Parkinson’s Support Group – East Valley
Monday, June 5, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Red Mountain Multi-Generational Center
7550 E. Adobe St., Mesa
602-274-5022; duetaz.org
Parkinson’s Support Group – Phoenix
Wednesday, June 14, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Duet (on the property of Church of the Beatitudes)
555 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix
602-274-5022; duetaz.org
VOLUNTEER
Looking for a way to help your neighbors? Duet, a nonprofit, interfaith organization that promotes health and well-being through a broad range of services, is looking for volunteers.
The organization matches isolated, homebound adults with local, compassionate volunteers who help them with services such as grocery shopping, drive them to medical appointments, minor home repairs and even provide friendly visits. The orientation is free and volunteers can choose when and where they’d like to serve. It’s flexible and fun! To attend the orientation, please RSVP to [email protected]z.org. Volunteers need to bring a driver’s license and the phone numbers of two personal references to the orientation. For more information call 602-274-5022.
Saturday, June 10, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
St. Theresa, 5045 E. Thomas Road, Phoenix
Congregational Health Program Development In Faith Communities
At these info sessions you will learn about faith community nurses and their role in the congregation. April Polley, BSN, RN, MBA, Duet’s Dir. of Congregational Health Services, as well as active Valley faith community nurses, will share the value of faith community nurses in a congregational health program; how faith community nurses work in partnership with other health and wellness programs in the congregation; and recommendations for beginning a congregational health program.
Info sessions are:
Tuesday, June 13
10-11:30 a.m.
King of Glory Lutheran Church, 2085 E. Southern Ave., Tempe
Wednesday, June 14
10-11:30 a.m.
St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 6180 W. Utopia Road, Glendale
Tuesday, June 20
3-5:30 p.m.
St. Patrick’s Catholic Community Church, 10815 N. 84th St., Scottsdale
Wednesday, June 21
4-5:30 p.m.
Madison Baptist Church, 6202 N. 12th St., Phoenix
Time will be allowed for discussion, questions and answers. Light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP with your name, contact information and which session you will attend to (602) 274-5022 or [email protected] or [email protected]
June Grandfamily Events
Mesa Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group
Thurs., June 1, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Cost is free.
Grandparents, are you feeling overwhelmed, confused and alone? Need someone to talk with? Then come and join us as we share, learn and grow together.
Childcare is limited: please call to register for this group at (480) 262-8154.
Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 2745 N 32nd St., Mesa, AZ 85213
Grandparent Support Group (Phoenix)
Thurs., June 8, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Cost is free.
Grandparents, are you feeling overwhelmed, confused and alone? Need someone to talk with? Then come and join us as we share, learn and grow together.
Please call at (602) 274 -5022, Ext 31.
Duet Lounge, 555 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85021
Grandparent Support Group in Goodyear
Sat., June 24, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Cost is free.
Grandparents, are you feeling overwhelmed, confused and alone? Need someone to talk with? Then come and join us as we share, learn and grow together. If this is your first time attending, please call Patricia (602) 274 -5022, Ext 31.
Christ Evangelical Lutheran, 918 South Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ 85338