Through classes, support groups, written materials, and individual consultations, Senior Services provides ongoing support to family caregivers. Such support includes:
1) information on community resources
2) encouragement to invest in one’s own health and well-being
3) facilitation of establishing effective communication skills
4) moral support through tough situations and decision-making
A family caregiver is someone whose life is impacted by meeting the needs of a family member or friend. Those needs could include chores, errands, supervision, or physical care. Situations where either the caregiver or care receiver is over age 60 are eligible for this service. In addition, anyone over 55 who is caring for a relative under 18 years of age can obtain information and support from Senior Services’ Caregiver Support Program.
Support Groups are offered a variety days and times for caregivers who are over 60 or are caring for someone over 60. For more information please contact Marilyn Joyce at 262-638-6678 or by e-mail at: marilyn.joyce@goracine.org
First Friday of the Month from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Alzheimer's Assn. Support Group Lincoln Lutheran Office Building 2000 Domanik Drive 4th Floor Training Room (Enter through the door on the west side of building)
Second Thursday from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
Lincoln Lutheran Office Building 2000 Domanik Drive 4th Floor Training Room (Enter thru door on west side of building) *Movement and relaxation time for those wishing to remain after this group.
Second Saturday from 10:30 AM to 12:00 Noon
Mount Pleasant Lutheran Church 1700 S. Greenbay Road
Third Wednesday from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
Burlington Senior Center Eppers Room 209 N. Main Street
Third Thursday 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
St. Edward's Parish Center 1430 Grove Avenue
Workplace Support Groups (held over lunch hour)
Dennis Kornwolf Center 1717 Taylor Ave Racine 12PM to 1PM
County Courthouse 70 Wisconsin Ave Racine Room 151 12 PM to 1:30PM
It is sometimes necessary to change meeting times or locations. New attendees should call 262-638-6800 before attending.
For persons Over the age of 60 who are caring for those under 18 years of age:
Second Tuesday from 6 PM to 8 PM
Racine Kin Connection 1220 Mound Ave
Contact: Diane Gautsch 262-635-4920 or Bonnie Wozniak 262-752-4962 or visit: www.geocities.com/racinekinconnection