Mug Club Caregivers

News and updates for your caregiving journey

October 15 - November 14, 2021

Upcoming Events

Caregiving During COVID-19: A Series of Emotions How to Handle Uncertainty - Wednesday, Oct. 20, 10 - 11 a.m. This session will address how to cope with the uncertainty we are all feeling. More information and registration.
Online COVID-19 Update: Booster Shots & More - Thursday, Oct. 21, 10 - 11 a.m. There's a lot of debate about booster shots. What do caregivers need to know? Get your questions and concerns answered. More information and registration.
Caregiving During COVID-19: A Series of Emotions How to Process Sadness - Wednesday, Oct. 27, 10 - 11 a.m. This session will discuss acknowledging the elements of grief around us. More information and registration.
Well-Med's 2021 Virtual Caregiver Summit: Caregiving through hope, humor and peace - Thursday, Nov. 4, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Save the Date! More information.

Your Caregiver Journey

Caregivers to Those with Dementia

Creative & Practical Tips for Getting Through the Day - Live Webinar with Teepa Snow

Thursday, October 28, 2021

Online

They will be giving away a few free tickets to the All GEMS Can Shine Conference at this webinar. Be sure to attend!

Positive Approach to Care - All GEMS Can Shine Conference with Teepa Snow

Monday & Tuesday

November 15 - 16, 2021

Online

There is a cost to attend this virtual, 2-day conference ($250). If you attend the above session (Oct. 28), they will be giving away three free tickets for this conference.

Register before Nov. 1 to receive: Free pre- and post-conference events, recordings of all sessions for one year, and some conference giveaways.

If you have AFCSP or NFCSP funding and would like to use these dollars to cover the cost of this conference, contact us to get it added to your care plan!

Grandparents and Other Relatives Raising Children

New York City Department for the Aging Grandparent Empowerment Series

Classes start soon!

Online

Presented by Dr. Carole B. Cox, Graduate School of Social Service, Fordham University.

DFTA is currently recruiting grandparents and relative caregivers for their Grandparent Empowerment Series. Eligible participants must be:

Current grandparent or relative caregivers
Able to access an active email address
Use Zoom for the video call

Classes are held once a week on Zoom. All course materials are free.

This class is first come, first serve availability.

Program graduates take part in a virtual graduation ceremony and will receive a $50 stipend and certificate of achievement.

Classes are starting soon, so email Teri at [email protected] for more information and if you're interested.