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January 1 - January 31, 2025 | |
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Welcome to 2025!
In preparation for this newsletter, I came across this blog, Why You Should Set Caregiver Goals (and 10 Goals Worth Making) and I wanted to share it with you.
Someone once asked me, “How do you hit the bullseye, if you don’t know where the target is? I firmly believe in setting goals, not just at the beginning of the year but throughout the year as well. I don’t always complete every goal I set, but it’s good to have direction
According to this blog, goals help with several things; your motivation, they increase your chances of being effective as a caregiver and can even be a stress reliever, to name a few.
Take a few minutes, read through the blog and the suggested goals for caregivers and let me know what you think.
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Mug Club Caregiver Support Group - Wednesday, January 8, 2025. There is no need to register, just show up as life allows for either meeting.
Virtually: 10 - 11 a.m. via Microsoft Teams. If this is new to you, here are instructions on how to get set up. I will open the meeting early if you have any questions on how things work (commenting in chat, raising your hand, etc.).
In-Person: 5:30 - 7 p.m. In person at ADRC, 300 S Adams St, Green Bay. Keep in mind that since the agency is closed, the doors will be locked. Please come to the single door, side entrance and ring the doorbell and someone will come and let you in.
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The Return of Trualta!
Great News for 2025, for those of you who remember Trualta – is COMING BACK!!! I don’t have a definite date yet but if you’ve used it before and would like to reconnect when it’s available, let me know and I’ll get you signed up as soon as it’s available.
For those of you who don’t know, Trualta is an online portal for caregivers to access information to hone your skills, learn new skills, arm yourself with knowledge related to your loved one’s condition and care. There are videos, articles, groups, and so much more. Topics galore! You choose when you log on, what topics to explore and how long you stay. If you like to test your knowledge, there are even quizzes for you to take. More to come as I get more information on when it will be available to us again.
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Powerful Tools for Caregivers 2025
Have you ever said to yourself, “I wish I could have, would have, should have...” Powerful Tools for Caregivers Class is one of my biggest “Wish I could have, should have” moments.
Here is the schedule for 2025. We have a Saturday In-person class, a midday in-person class and an evening virtual class. Find the class that works with your schedule and join us! You won’t be sorry. If you wonder if it’s worth it, make sure to read the testimonies from caregivers who have completed the series.
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2nd & 4th Monday of the Month (Jan 13 & 27), 6:30 - 8 p.m.
NAMI Office - 1234 Main St, Ste 11, Green Bay
Friends and family welcome!
Learn more here.
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Thursday, January 16th Parent / Caregiver Ceramics & Chat at 1242 Clay Studio. There are only a few tickets left!
Join the Wisconsin Family Connection Center for this opportunity to meet with other caregivers and make connections! Clay Studio 1242 is a ceramic art studio located in Green Bay, WI. They offer group and individual ceramic classes with a variety of ceramic projects to choose from. Each registrant for the evening will have the opportunity to Make-A-Mug and enjoy snacks and non-alcoholic beverages during our time together.
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Caregivers to those with Dementia | SPARK! Returns to Brown County | |
Monday, Jan. 20, 2025
Trualta isn’t the only thing returning! SPARK! is back and we’ve partnered with some amazing organizations. Help your loved one, stay actively engaged in our community, while joining peers to experience art, culture, and nature in a comfortable environment with specially trained staff and volunteers. For more information on SPARK! and the 2025 Calendar, click here.
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Meeting of the Minds
Starting January 14th - Are you or someone you know living with dementia or MCI? We are excited to invite you to our Meeting of the Minds series, exclusively for persons living with dementia or MCI. Join us for a series where we’ll explore the emotions of anger, depression, and anxiety.
Make sure to sign up for all three sessions. Session A on Anger, Session B on Anxiety, and Session C on Depression. There are a variety of times each day to attend but space is limited.
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