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 of ways; they move to be with children, they stop service when they transition to assisted living, they die. Sometimes we don’t even […]
Don’t miss our next Support Group Meeting Tuesday, March 28th 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 […]
SHS will be hosting a movie night at the office on Thursday, April 13th to watch the documentary, A Secret Love. This 2020 film explores the long-lasting romance between two women who, amid shifting times, kept their decades-long love a secret. But coming out later in life comes with its own set of challenges. (Run time: 1 hour, 22 minutes) RSVP by […]
Don’t miss our next Support Group Meeting Tuesday, April 18 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 […]
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 […]
There are many people around us living with memory loss and dementia. Come on a 60-minute journey to learn empathic, positive responses and a greater understanding of the causes of dementia, Alzheimer's Disease and some preventative measures. Goddard House Staff will present the workshop / lecture format.
Don’t miss our next Support Group Meeting Tuesday, May 16 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 […]
Aphasia is a language disorder caused by damage in a specific area of the brain that controls language expression and comprehension and leaves a person unable to communicate effectively with others. During this presentation, you will learn how to best engage your clients who have aphasia either due to a stroke, Alzheimer's or another dementia.
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 […]
Don’t miss our next Support Group Meeting Tuesday, June 20 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 […]
During this interactive presentation, Sarah Bourque, RN, MSN, CMC, will: address common medical conditions that seniors face and what to look out for tips/tricks for assisting clients when using a walker/cane helpful tips when getting a client in/out of the car AND answer any questions that you may have that you'd like addressed by a […]
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 […]