There Must Be A Better Way Than This! | |
This 2-hour class will help participants understand dementia and the challenging behaviors that sometimes accompany the disease. We will review strategies to help handle these behaviors and help enhance your communication with the person who has dementia.
Registration is only open to non-professional caregivers (family members and friends).
When: July 27, from 3 to 5 p.m. (PT)
Where: Online
Cost: No charge
Registration: Click here
This class is funded by Alameda County Department of Adult and Aging Services, Contra Costa County Area Agency on Aging, the City of San Francisco’s Department of Disability and Aging Services, San Mateo County Aging and Adult Services, Sourcewise, and the California Department of Aging.
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Let’s Get Away, Together! | |
This series is comprised of interactive sessions with each week focusing on a new place or cultural activity, while incorporating storytelling, music, poetry writing, and/or a simple craft. Each session will include a follow-up message filled with tips, activities, and recipes for families to continue to enjoy after the virtual trip. The focus of each group is to explore a new world, experience a variety of engaging opportunities, and enjoy a sense of camaraderie and community.
Let’s Get Away Together is intended to be an enjoyable activity for family caregivers and the person they care for. Those receiving care who are able to participate in the discussion and activities are encouraged to attend with their family caregiver.
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July 25
Come Fly with Me!
Join us on the anniversary of the first flight across the English Channel as we explore the history of airplanes, including some very unusual planes and stories!
August 1
National Anthems!
In honor of Sir Francis Scott Key’s birthday, we will not only look into our own national anthem, but learn about the national anthems of other countries!
August 8
Let’s explore Aerial Photography!
Join us in exploring San Francisco from the sky, as we look through the lens of Aerial photographer Robert Cameron.
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August 15
The Power of Volcanoes!
Travel to some of the most legendary volcanoes around the world and learn more about volcanology, the study of volcanoes!
August 22
Finding Joyful Moments
Join us in this interactive exploration of the meaning of “Joy” through Hummingbird's seven domains of wellness.
August 29
World Records!
Celebrating the anniversary of the first publishing of The Guinness World Book of Records, let’s enjoy discovering some of the very interesting and wide variety of world records that it includes!
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When: Tuesdays, July 11 to August 29, from 1 to 2 p.m. (PT)
Where: Online
Cost: No charge
Registration: Click here
This class is funded by Alameda County Department of Adult and Aging Services, Contra Costa County Area Agency on Aging, the City of San Francisco’s Department of Disability and Aging Services, San Mateo County Aging and Adult Services, Sourcewise, and the California Department of Aging.
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Online Classes in Other Languages | |
Cuidados Propios y Manejo del Estress Para Cuidadores (Self-Care and Stress Management for Caregivers) | |
El Objectivo de esta clase es identificar los desafios que los cuidadores de familia enfrentan dia a dia en su papel como cuidador. Esta clase proveera maneras saludables the enfrentar el estress y desarollar resilencia.
Dia/Hora: 20 jul, 3 a 4 p. m. Hora del pacífico
Costo: Gratis
Inscríbase en la fecha y horario que más le convengan: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkc–vrzoqHdUI8YohALswjjJeYTBwiP6K
Para obtener más información o ayuda: Adriana Sanchez, asanchez@caregiver.org, (415) 434-3388, ext. 316
This class is funded by Alameda County Department of Adult and Aging Services, Contra Costa County Area Agency on Aging, the City of San Francisco’s Department of Disability and Aging Services, San Mateo County Aging and Adult Services, Sourcewise, and the California Department of Aging.
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FCA supports and assists caregivers of adults with chronic or disabling health conditions regardless of race, ancestry, national origin, creed, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, income, or age.
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