Celebrating National Family Caregivers Month with enjoyable, empowerment

This November, AARP Colorado is celebrating National Family Caregivers Month with occasions and assets to entertain and empower caregivers throughout the state.

“Whether you’re looking to get out of the house and take in some culture or looking for resources to make your caregiving journey easier, there is something for you during National Family Caregivers Month,” Sara Schueneman, AARP Colorado state director, mentioned.

Both digital and in-person occasions are provided, alongside an up to date Family Caregiving Resource Guide.

“Colorado’s communities and health care system are supported by more than 600,000 family caregivers helping family and friends do everything from picking up groceries to getting them to the doctor,” Schueneman mentioned. “Caregivers should be lifted up all year.”

Check out our full record of occasions to see what’s going on in your group and on-line throughout the state as a part of this celebration. Register by way of the hyperlinks under. A grasp calendar that can let you register for multiple occasion at a time might be out there quickly.

Family Caregiver Resource Guide
Check out this one-stop store for a complete record of assets and packages that help Colorado’s caregivers.

Dementia: Reduce Your Risk – Online
November 5, 10:30 a.m. to midday
Join AARP Colorado and JJ Jordan of Dementia Friendly Denver as we focus on Alzheimer’s and dementia, the newest analysis, therapy of the illnesses, caregiving challenges and danger discount.
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Coming Soon – History Colorado Free Admission – Denver
November 6 by means of 9
Enjoy a free day on the History Colorado Museum, courtesy of AARP Colorado! This is an excellent alternative for caregivers and their family members to loosen up, join, and discover collectively, particularly throughout National Family Caregivers Month, a time to honor and help those that take care of others. Choose your go to date—November 6, 7, 8, or 9—and obtain as much as two grownup digital tickets by way of electronic mail.

Taking Care movie screening – Grand Junction
November 8, 10:30 a.m. to midday
Taking Care is a 38-minute movie following the journey of acclaimed actors and filmmakers Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen as they navigate the complexities and heartbreak of Lauren’s mom’s advancing Alzheimer’s illness. Through humor, coronary heart and an unwavering dedication to alter, Taking Care imparts a message of hope, resilience and the profound impression people can have once they search options to society’s best challenges. Refreshments offered.
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Cooking for a Healthier Lifestyle – Online
November 11, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Join Sourdough Baking 101 with Bailey Carr, registered dietitian and nutritionist at CSU’s Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center, as she breaks down the well being perks and baking fundamentals of this tangy, nutrient-rich bread.
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Taking Care movie screening – Denver
November 12, 4:30 to 7 p.m.
Join us for refreshments and connection, adopted by a strong presentation from Jane W. Barton, creator of Caregiving for the GENIUS. We’ll even be screening the brief documentary Taking Care, which explores the emotional journey of caregiving by means of the lens of Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen.
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Compassion Fatigue in Caregiving – Online
November 13, 10 to 11 a.m.
Discover how caregiving can result in compassion fatigue—and the way setting boundaries will help you keep wholesome and resilient.
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Taking Care movie screening – Colorado Springs
November 15, 10:30 a.m. to midday
Taking Care is a 38-minute movie following the journey of acclaimed actors and filmmakers Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen as they navigate the complexities and heartbreak of Lauren’s mom’s advancing Alzheimer’s illness. Through humor, coronary heart and an unwavering dedication to alter, Taking Care imparts a message of hope, resilience and the profound impression people can have once they search options to society’s best challenges. A dialogue on caregiving will comply with the screening.
Register

Discover the Power of Table Tennis! – Online
November 17, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Join NeuroPong and AARP Colorado for a webinar exploring how desk tennis can profit folks dwelling with Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s, dementia, and different mind well being situations.
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Smart Tools for Easier Caregiving with Senior Planet – Online
November 18, 10 to 11 a.m.
Caregiving is difficult for each caregivers and recipients of care. Thankfully, there are a number of tech instruments that may make caregiving simpler for each and permit folks to do extra on their very own. In this lecture, we’ll discover methods to combine expertise into your every day routine.
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Alzheimer’s and Dementia 101 – Online
December 3, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Join AARP and the Alzheimer’s Association to discover the variations between Alzheimer’s and dementia, phases, danger components, and present remedies.
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The Power of Decluttering and Downsizing – Online
December 4, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Get began on decluttering and downsizing your dwelling area for clearer environment and a lighter life, with ideas for purging objects you’ve held onto for years.
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Coming Soon – AARP Special Screening of The Westside Oratorio – Denver
December 7, 2 p.m.
The Westside Oratorio is a ravishing, sweeping and poignant epic that brings to life the tales of seven generations of Mexican-Americans who made West Denver, Auraria, their dwelling. Check again quickly for extra info on discounted tickets for AARP members and their company to take pleasure in this cultural alternative on the Su Teatro Cultural and Performing Arts Center.