SHS 2021 Holiday Party

Papa Razzi 16 Washington Street (Route 16), Wellesley, MA, United States

Please join us on Tuesday, December 7 for Seniors Helping Seniors of Greater Boston and Metrowest's annual holiday party celebrating our collective accomplishments of 2021! Come and enjoy food, drink and merriment with your SHS colleagues! SHS Annual Holiday Party Tuesday, December 7 6:30 - 9: 30 p.m. Papa Razzi 16 Washington Street (Route 16) Wellesley, MA Entertainment […]

Free

Family Caregiver Support Group

Zoom Meeting

Don’t miss our next Support Group Meeting Tuesday, December 14th from 7:00-8:30pm! This informal support group will allow you to share openly about your current caregiving challenges in a confidential and safe environment. This support group meets monthly via Zoom. All those that RSVP will be sent the Zoom link prior to the support group […]

Free

Caregiver Support Group for SHS Employees

Zoom Meeting

As caregivers, we are often faced with challenging and emotional situations where some support from our peers can make a big difference. In the spirit of self-care, we have a Caregiver Support Group to provide an opportunity for caregivers to share (or just listen) to each other in a positive and supportive environment. Led by […]

Free

Essential Skills for Dementia Care (Training for SHS Employees)

Seniors Helping Seniors 330 Bear Hill Road, Suite 305, Waltham, MA, United States

Presented by Tammy Pozerycki, Owner, Educator, and Consultant at Alternatives in Alzheimer's Care, ESDC results in proven competence, self-empowerment, and accountability of best practices for the delivery of memory care services. ESDC is approved and accredited through the National Institute for Dementia Education (NIDE). Educating and credentialing caregivers reinforces Seniors Helping Seniors’ mission to provide dignified, […]

Free

The Forgotten Patient – Event for SHS Family Caregivers

Zoom Meeting

Caregiver burden is presented regarding the spouse or life partner of a person with dementia. Often overlooked by healthcare professionals, the caregiver spouse or life partner becomes the forgotten patient. The risks associated with caregiver burden, assessment strategies, and overall care partner needs will be discussed. This virtual training session for SHS Family Caregivers will […]

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Self Care for Caregivers

Zoom Meeting

On Tuesday, January 18, Betsy Simmons will be back to lead an online interactive session via Zoom where we will explore and practice self-care through compassionate awareness, breathing exercises, meditation, chair yoga and Qigong (gentle tai chi). Recommended attire is comfortable clothing for movement. Many of you know Betsy -- an SHS caregiver and long-time holistic […]

Free

Family Caregiver Support Group

Zoom Meeting

Don’t miss our next Support Group Meeting Tuesday, January 18th from 7:00-8:30pm! This informal support group will allow you to share openly about your current caregiving challenges in a confidential and safe environment. This support group meets monthly via Zoom. All those that RSVP will be sent the Zoom link prior to the support group […]

Free

Caregiver Support Group for SHS Employees

Zoom Meeting

As caregivers, we are often faced with challenging and emotional situations where some support from our peers can make a big difference. In the spirit of self-care, we have a Caregiver Support Group to provide an opportunity for caregivers to share (or just listen) to each other in a positive and supportive environment. Led by […]

Free

Family Caregiver Support Group

Zoom Meeting

Don’t miss our next Support Group Meeting Tuesday, February 15th from 7:00-8:30pm! This informal support group will allow you to share openly about your current caregiving challenges in a confidential and safe environment. This support group meets monthly via Zoom. All those that RSVP will be sent the Zoom link prior to the support group […]

Free

Caregiver Support Group for SHS Employees

Zoom Meeting

As caregivers, we are often faced with challenging and emotional situations where some support from our peers can make a big difference. In the spirit of self-care, we have a Caregiver Support Group to provide an opportunity for caregivers to share (or just listen) to each other in a positive and supportive environment. Led by […]

Free

Family Caregiver Support Group

Zoom Meeting

Don’t miss our next Support Group Meeting Tuesday, March 15th from 7:00-8:30pm! This informal support group will allow you to share openly about your current caregiving challenges in a confidential and safe environment. This support group meets monthly via Zoom. All those that RSVP will be sent the Zoom link prior to the support group […]

Free

Processing the Loss of a Client

Seniors Helping Seniors 330 Bear Hill Road, Suite 305, Waltham, MA, United States

This month's Caregiver Support Group on Tuesday, March 29 will focus on a special topic: Processing the Loss of a Client – Sharing, Feeling & Dealing The work we do is both uplifting and emotionally challenging. One of the greatest challenges we face is the loss of a meaningful client relationship. Our clients leave us in a variety […]

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