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SUMMARY:Gumbo of Care Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:A safe\, supportive virtual gathering for both personal and professional caregivers. Come exactly as you are. No judgment. Just connection\, healing\, and real support from a community that understands what you’re carrying.
URL:https://coloradorespitecoalition.org/event/gumbo-of-care-support-group-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Family Caregivers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260107T160000
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SUMMARY:Understanding CFC: A Step-By-Step Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing education series is designed to help families and the community navigate the CFC system with confidence. Join PASCO Family Benefits Navigator Julia Mecklenburg for a webinar that provides practical guidance\, helpful resources\, and clear answers to common questions so you can better understand and access the supports available for yourself or your loved one. \nTo RSVP\, select the date in the dropdown below that works best for you. We will reach out via email prior to the event with the webinar link.
URL:https://coloradorespitecoalition.org/event/understanding-cfc-a-step-by-step-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Family Caregivers,Professional Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="PASCO":MAILTO:info@pascohh.com
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SUMMARY:Memory Cafe: Jenga Social
DESCRIPTION:Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize\, relax\, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal\, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe\, you can just be yourself — without worrying about remembering or forgetting. \nTheme: Jenga Social \nDescription: Join us for a fun game of Jenga and conversation. Each Jenga block will have a question to spark conversations and share favorite memories. \n  \nTo request ASL\, CART\, or other disability related accommodations\, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice.
URL:https://coloradorespitecoalition.org/event/memory-cafe-jenga-social/
LOCATION:Virginia Village Branch Library\, 1500 S Dahlia St.\, Denver\, CO\, 80222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Caregivers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260120T133000
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SUMMARY:Memory Cafe: Memories in the Making Watercolor Painting
DESCRIPTION:Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize\, relax\, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal\, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe\, you can just be yourself — without worrying about remembering or forgetting. \nTheme: Memories in the Making Watercolor Painting \nDescription: Memories in the Making is a watercolor class for people experiencing Alzheimer’s\, dementia\, or other forms of memory loss. This class will help you to find the artist within yourself! Our wonderful teacher Jody will guide you in creating imaginative and colorful watercolor paintings. Everyone is welcome — you don’t need painting experience to participate. Come explore and find joy in the creative process of watercolor! \nTo request ASL\, CART\, or other disability related accommodations\, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice. \n  \nTo request ASL\, CART\, or other disability related accommodations\, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice.
URL:https://coloradorespitecoalition.org/event/memory-cafe-circle-singing-with-roy-willey-2/
LOCATION:Virginia Village Branch Library\, 1500 S Dahlia St.\, Denver\, CO\, 80222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Caregivers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260122T113000
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SUMMARY:More Than Memory: Understanding the Brain from the Inside Out with Kay Adams
DESCRIPTION:For family members\, friends\, care partners\, or anyone in the community who is concerned about or caring for someone living with cognitive impairment or dementia. \nJoin us to learn: \n\nThe difference between normal aging and dementia\nHow dementia affects our brain\, abilities\, and influences our behavior\nTechniques\, approaches\, and communication tips to support people living with brain change and dementia\nStrategies to effectively manage caregiver stress\, difficult emotions\, and the art of accepting assistance from others\n\nFree (Sponsored by the Colorado Respite Coalition) \nRegister: https://morethanmemory0126.eventbrite.com
URL:https://coloradorespitecoalition.org/event/more-than-memory-understanding-the-brain-from-the-inside-out-with-kay-adams/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Family Caregivers,Professional Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Compassion Works%2C LLC":MAILTO:kay@kaymadams.com
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SUMMARY:Memory Cafe: Reconnect Dance Community
DESCRIPTION:Memory Cafe is a fun place to socialize\, relax\, and engage with people experiencing memory loss and their families/caregivers. Each cafe has a focus—such as music or art—to facilitate the main goal\, which is a social connection for individuals with shared experiences. At the Memory Cafe\, you can just be yourself — without worrying about remembering or forgetting. \nTheme: Reconnect Dance Community \nDescription: Reconnect Dance Community is a physically-integrative dance company. This workshop will feature a beginner-friendly class where participants can follow along with different teacher-led movement explorations\, letting go of expectations and dancing for fun. No dance experience is needed! Art as Action\, believes that everyBODY is a dancer’s body. We’ll celebrate modification of movement and treat everyone as the expert of their own body’s needs. All are welcome! \nTo request ASL\, CART\, or other disability related accommodations\, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice. \n  \nTo request ASL\, CART\, or other disability related accommodations\, contact programs@denverlibrary.org or call 720-865-1111 with a minimum five (5) business day notice.
URL:https://coloradorespitecoalition.org/event/memory-cafe-reconnect-dance-community/
LOCATION:Virginia Village Branch Library\, 1500 S Dahlia St.\, Denver\, CO\, 80222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Caregivers
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SUMMARY:Calling All Caregivers: Aging Solo with Jane Barton
DESCRIPTION:Calling All Caregivers Virtual Event\n\n\nThe Challenges of Aging Solo \nA key factor in aging well is having a reliable social support system (family and friends). Due to the changing demographics in the United States\, it is estimated that 20-30% of the population over the age of 65 live alone and will age alone. The strict definition of a solo ager or elder orphan is someone who lives alone\, has no children\, and does not have a life partner. But a broader definition of solo aging highlights the reality that we are ALL at risk of “going solo” due to circumstances—the death of a spouse or partner\, a divorce\, or geographic isolation from family and friends. The consequences of aging alone are numerous and extensive: a lower quality of life\, a shorter life expectancy\, complications in the caregiving journey\, and physical isolation leading to an enhanced sense of loneliness. So\, how can we proactively reinforce and expand our social support systems to avoid the negative consequences of aging solo? The program is FREE. Registration is REQUIRED. Click on the LINK to register. 
URL:https://coloradorespitecoalition.org/event/calling-all-caregivers-aging-solo-with-jane-barton/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Family Caregivers,Professional Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cardinal LLC":MAILTO:cardinallife@msn.com
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SUMMARY:Called to Care: Are You Ready? Virtual Lunch & Learn with Jane Barton
DESCRIPTION:Colorado Lunch and Learn Virtual Event\n\n\nCalled to Care – Are You Ready? \nCaregiving is a universal concern. We will all serve as caregivers numerous times over the course of a lifetime. And\, we will all need care at some point in time. So\, there are some questions worthy of consideration. When\, not if\, you are called to companion a friend\, family member\, or client challenged by aging and/or illness\, how will you respond? Will you (must you) assume full responsibility of care? Or\, are you able and/or willing to share the responsibilities of care with other family members\, friends\, or caregiving professionals? Our approach to caregiving determines our ultimate experience. So\, when we are called to companion\, it’s important to know that there are alternatives to flying solo – collaborative approaches to care that are beneficial for the caregiver and care receiver.  The program is FREE. Registration is REQUIRED. Click on the LINK to register. 
URL:https://coloradorespitecoalition.org/event/called-to-care-are-you-ready-virtual-lunch-learn-with-jane-barton/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Family Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cardinal LLC":MAILTO:cardinallife@msn.com
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SUMMARY:New Adventures Respite Saturday
DESCRIPTION:New Adventures is an inclusive and safe respite program that gives Southern Colorado children and teens with disabilities ages 6 -18 the opportunity to explore\, while providing parents and caregivers with a much-needed break from caregiving duties. \n\n\nThe program lasts 4-6 hours and will take place 1-2 Saturdays per month. Each Saturday\, we will host 10-12 children. The program will be staffed with a program coordinator\, a registered nurse\, an arts and crafts instructor\, and local nursing students\, ensuring a 1:1 staff:child ratio so that everyone is safe and included. Our senior program manager will oversee all activities.\n\nProgram Details:  \n\n1-2 Saturdays per month\, 4 – 6 hour program.\nLocated at the Durango Recreation Center\, 2700 Main Ave. Durango\, CO 81301\nEnriching activities such as scavenger hunts\, arts and crafts\, music\, and digital educational games.\n1:1 Caregiver to child ratio.\nLow cost for families with children receiving benefits such as CHP+ and Medicaid.\nSafe and inclusive!\nSiblings welcome!\n\nNew Adventures also provides parents and caregivers with a much-needed break from caregiving duties and an opportunity to tend to their needs while knowing their children are being cared for in a safe and supportive environment. \nApply here: https://eastersealscolorado.submittable.com/submit/296998/new-adventures-application
URL:https://coloradorespitecoalition.org/event/new-adventures-respite-saturday-6/
LOCATION:Durango Community Recreation Center\, 2700 Main Ave\, Durango\, CO\, 81301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Caregivers
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Adventures":MAILTO:crcinfo@eastersealscolorado.org
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