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Please call at (602) 274-5022 extension 115, or send an email to poulos@duetaz.org if you have questions about this Caregiver Support Group or would like more information on how you can connect to the call through Zoom.

Zoom and/or “audio”
Click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85791330156
Meeting ID: 792 933 308

Call-in numbers
+1 (346) 248-7799
Meeting ID: 857 9133 0156

Join a group of fellow family caregivers to discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. In Duet’s Finding Meaning and Hope series, you will learn skills to help you stay strong, healthy, resilient, and positive as you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope. This 10-week discussion series features videos based on the groundbreaking book, Loving Someone Who Has Dementia: How to Find Hope While Coping with Stress and Grief by Pauline Boss, Ph.D, a leading expert on caregiver grief. It is built on solid research and years of practical experience, and it offers real help in dealing with the challenges, losses, and rewards of being a family caregiver of someone who is, or is becoming, psychologically absent.

These sessions will be offered virtually using Zoom. To participate, you will need a computer, tablet, or smart phone with a camera and sound capabilities. We are available to assist you with setup prior to the meeting. Please contact the number below for assistance. Learn more.

DATE: Sundays, August 1, 2021 – October 3, 2021

TIME: 3 – 4:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Virtual Session using Zoom (Zoom link will be sent once registration is complete)

COST: Free-of-charge

RSVP: Please call Dr. Barbara L. Austin at (480) 694-8067 or email Bleeaustin@gmail.com.

Join a group of fellow family caregivers to discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. In Duet’s Finding Meaning and Hope series, you will learn skills to help you stay strong, healthy, resilient, and positive as you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope. This 10-week discussion series features videos based on the groundbreaking book, Loving Someone Who Has Dementia: How to Find Hope While Coping with Stress and Grief by Pauline Boss, Ph.D, a leading expert on caregiver grief. It is built on solid research and years of practical experience, and it offers real help in dealing with the challenges, losses, and rewards of being a family caregiver of someone who is, or is becoming, psychologically absent. Learn more.

DATE: Tuesdays, September 14, 2021 – November 16, 2021
TIME: 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
LOCATION: Via Zoom
COST: Free-of-charge
RSVP: Please call Alexandra at (520) 432-9496 or email ARivera@cochise.az.gov. (Cochise County)

Our Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Group is returning to in-person. Please review our Reopening Safety Guidelines for current information.

When: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, 12 – 1:30 p.m.
Where: Duet Office
10000 North 31st Avenue, Suite D200, Mariposa Room
Phoenix, AZ 85051

Please call (602) 274-5022 and ask for Caregiver Services if you have questions about a support group or would like more information on how to attend.

Join a group of fellow family caregivers to discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. In Duet’s Finding Meaning and Hope series, you will learn skills to help you stay strong, healthy, resilient, and positive as you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope. This 10-week discussion series features videos based on the groundbreaking book, Loving Someone Who Has Dementia: How to Find Hope While Coping with Stress and Grief by Pauline Boss, Ph.D, a leading expert on caregiver grief. It is built on solid research and years of practical experience, and it offers real help in dealing with the challenges, losses, and rewards of being a family caregiver of someone who is, or is becoming, psychologically absent.

These sessions will be offered virtually using Zoom. To participate, you will need a computer, tablet, or smart phone with a camera and sound capabilities. We are available to assist you with setup prior to the meeting. Please contact the number below for assistance. Learn more.

DATE: Tuesdays, August 31, 2021 – November 2, 2021

TIME: 1 – 2:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Virtual Session using Zoom (Zoom link will be sent once registration is complete)

COST: Free-of-charge

RSVP: Please call JJ Hya at (928) 221-4157 or email facilitatorjj@gmail.com.

Join a group of fellow family caregivers to discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. In Duet’s Finding Meaning and Hope series, you will learn skills to help you stay strong, healthy, resilient, and positive as you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope. This 10-week discussion series features videos based on the groundbreaking book, Loving Someone Who Has Dementia: How to Find Hope While Coping with Stress and Grief by Pauline Boss, Ph.D, a leading expert on caregiver grief. It is built on solid research and years of practical experience, and it offers real help in dealing with the challenges, losses, and rewards of being a family caregiver of someone who is, or is becoming, psychologically absent. Learn more.

DATE: Tuesdays, September 14, 2021 – November 16, 2021
TIME: 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Via Zoom
COST: Free-of-charge
RSVP: Please call Brian at (928) 679-7306 or email bbarg@coconino.az.gov. (Coconino County)

Join a group of fellow family caregivers to discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. In Duet’s Finding Meaning and Hope series, you will learn skills to help you stay strong, healthy, resilient, and positive as you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope. This 10-week discussion series features videos based on the groundbreaking book, Loving Someone Who Has Dementia: How to Find Hope While Coping with Stress and Grief by Pauline Boss, Ph.D, a leading expert on caregiver grief. It is built on solid research and years of practical experience, and it offers real help in dealing with the challenges, losses, and rewards of being a family caregiver of someone who is, or is becoming, psychologically absent. Learn more.

This group will meet in person and comply with Greenlee County Health Department’s COVID-19 precautions.

DATE: Wednesdays, September 15, 2021 – November 17, 2021
TIME: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
LOCATION: Greenlee County Health Department
COST: Free-of-charge
RSVP: Please call Nicole at (928) 865-2601 or email nverdugo@greenlee.az.gov.

Join a group of fellow family caregivers to discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. In Duet’s Finding Meaning and Hope series, you will learn skills to help you stay strong, healthy, resilient, and positive as you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope. This 10-week discussion series features videos based on the groundbreaking book, Loving Someone Who Has Dementia: How to Find Hope While Coping with Stress and Grief by Pauline Boss, Ph.D, a leading expert on caregiver grief. It is built on solid research and years of practical experience, and it offers real help in dealing with the challenges, losses, and rewards of being a family caregiver of someone who is, or is becoming, psychologically absent. Learn more.

This group will meet in person and comply with Pima Council on Aging’s COVID-19 precautions.

DATE: Wednesdays, September 1, 2021 – November 3, 2021
TIME: 1 – 2:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Pima Council on Aging, Lupu Building
8467 East Broadway Boulevard
Tucson, AZ 85710
COST: Free-of-charge
RSVP: Please call Sam at (520) 305-3405 or email sbandiera@pcoa.org.

Join a group of fellow family caregivers to discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. In Duet’s Finding Meaning and Hope series, you will learn skills to help you stay strong, healthy, resilient, and positive as you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope. This 10-week discussion series features videos based on the groundbreaking book, Loving Someone Who Has Dementia: How to Find Hope While Coping with Stress and Grief by Pauline Boss, Ph.D, a leading expert on caregiver grief. It is built on solid research and years of practical experience, and it offers real help in dealing with the challenges, losses, and rewards of being a family caregiver of someone who is, or is becoming, psychologically absent. Learn more.

DATE: Thursdays, September 2, 2021 – November 4, 2021
TIME: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
LOCATION: Via Zoom
COST: Free-of-charge
RSVP: Please call (520) 836-2758 or email maryg@pgcsc.org. (Pinal County)

Join a group of fellow family caregivers to discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. In Duet’s Finding Meaning and Hope series, you will learn skills to help you stay strong, healthy, resilient, and positive as you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope. This 10-week discussion series features videos based on the groundbreaking book, Loving Someone Who Has Dementia: How to Find Hope While Coping with Stress and Grief by Pauline Boss, Ph.D, a leading expert on caregiver grief. It is built on solid research and years of practical experience, and it offers real help in dealing with the challenges, losses, and rewards of being a family caregiver of someone who is, or is becoming, psychologically absent. Learn more.

This group will meet in person and comply with any La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church’s COVID-19 precautions.

DATE: Thursdays, September 2, 2021 – November 4, 2021
TIME: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
LOCATION: La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church
6300 East Bell Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Classroom D
COST: Free-of-charge
RSVP: Please call Elizabeth Green, RN at (480) 948-1234 or email elizabeth@lacasadecristo.com.

Our LBGTQ+ Caregiver Support Group is returning to in-person. Please review our Reopening Safety Guidelines for current information.

This group is specifically for members of the LBGTQ+ community who are caregivers.

When: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 1:30 p.m.
Where: Community Church of Hope
4121 North 7th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85013

Please call (602) 274-5022 and ask for Caregiver Services if you have questions about a support group or would like more information on how to attend.

You are not alone. Support groups make it easier to connect with other grandparents in the same situation. Share experiences, network with others, and find workable solutions to the challenges ahead.

Some of our support groups have returned to in-person. Please note that registration is required to ensure that we are following social distancing guidelines.

For more information or to RSVP, contact Lisa McCormick by email at mccormick@duetaz.org or call (602) 274-5022, ext 114.

Please call at (602) 274-5022 extension 115, or send an email to poulos@duetaz.org if you have questions about this Caregiver Support Group or would like more information on how you can connect to the call through Zoom.

Zoom and/or “audio”
Click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89778431652
Meeting ID: 792 933 308

Call-in numbers
+1 (346) 248-7799
Meeting ID: 897 7843 1652

Join us for the workshop Power of Parents, which will provide information on and bring awareness to underage drinking and how to have these conversations with your children. This workshop will be virtual on Zoom so participants will need a device such as a smartphone, laptop, or tablet with video and microphone capability so that we can see and hear you. TERROS will present the information and a registration link will be sent to participants to complete prior to the workshop. All participants will be entered into a raffle for a gift card.

When: Saturday, October 9, 2021

Time: 10-11 a.m.

Where: Zoom (Code will be sent the day before the workshop via email to all registered participants)

Cost: Free

RSVP: Reservations required by Friday, October 1. Contact Lisa McCormick at (602) 274-5022, ext. 114, or mccormick@duetaz.org

Join a group of fellow family caregivers to discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. In Duet’s Finding Meaning and Hope series, you will learn skills to help you stay strong, healthy, resilient, and positive as you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope. This 10-week discussion series features videos based on the groundbreaking book, Loving Someone Who Has Dementia: How to Find Hope While Coping with Stress and Grief by Pauline Boss, Ph.D, a leading expert on caregiver grief. It is built on solid research and years of practical experience, and it offers real help in dealing with the challenges, losses, and rewards of being a family caregiver of someone who is, or is becoming, psychologically absent. Learn more.

DATE: Tuesdays, September 14, 2021 – November 16, 2021
TIME: 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
LOCATION: Via Zoom
COST: Free-of-charge
RSVP: Please call Alexandra at (520) 432-9496 or email ARivera@cochise.az.gov. (Cochise County)

Please call (602) 274-5022 and ask for Caregiver Services if you have questions about a support group or would like more information on how to attend in-person or virtually.

Zoom and/or “audio”
Click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89049902533
Meeting ID: 890 4990 2533

Call-in numbers
+1 (669) 900-6833
Meeting ID: 890 4990 2533

Join a group of fellow family caregivers to discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. In Duet’s Finding Meaning and Hope series, you will learn skills to help you stay strong, healthy, resilient, and positive as you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope. This 10-week discussion series features videos based on the groundbreaking book, Loving Someone Who Has Dementia: How to Find Hope While Coping with Stress and Grief by Pauline Boss, Ph.D, a leading expert on caregiver grief. It is built on solid research and years of practical experience, and it offers real help in dealing with the challenges, losses, and rewards of being a family caregiver of someone who is, or is becoming, psychologically absent.

These sessions will be offered virtually using Zoom. To participate, you will need a computer, tablet, or smart phone with a camera and sound capabilities. We are available to assist you with setup prior to the meeting. Please contact the number below for assistance. Learn more.

DATE: Tuesdays, August 31, 2021 – November 2, 2021

TIME: 1 – 2:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Virtual Session using Zoom (Zoom link will be sent once registration is complete)

COST: Free-of-charge

RSVP: Please call JJ Hya at (928) 221-4157 or email facilitatorjj@gmail.com.

Join a group of fellow family caregivers to discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. In Duet’s Finding Meaning and Hope series, you will learn skills to help you stay strong, healthy, resilient, and positive as you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope. This 10-week discussion series features videos based on the groundbreaking book, Loving Someone Who Has Dementia: How to Find Hope While Coping with Stress and Grief by Pauline Boss, Ph.D, a leading expert on caregiver grief. It is built on solid research and years of practical experience, and it offers real help in dealing with the challenges, losses, and rewards of being a family caregiver of someone who is, or is becoming, psychologically absent. Learn more.

DATE: Tuesdays, September 14, 2021 – November 16, 2021
TIME: 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Via Zoom
COST: Free-of-charge
RSVP: Please call Brian at (928) 679-7306 or email bbarg@coconino.az.gov. (Coconino County)

You are not alone. Support groups make it easier to connect with other grandparents in the same situation. Share experiences, network with others, and find workable solutions to the challenges ahead.

Some of our support groups have returned to in-person. Please note that registration is required to ensure that we are following social distancing guidelines.

For more information or to RSVP, contact Lisa McCormick by email at mccormick@duetaz.org or call (602) 274-5022, ext 114.

Join a group of fellow family caregivers to discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. In Duet’s Finding Meaning and Hope series, you will learn skills to help you stay strong, healthy, resilient, and positive as you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope. This 10-week discussion series features videos based on the groundbreaking book, Loving Someone Who Has Dementia: How to Find Hope While Coping with Stress and Grief by Pauline Boss, Ph.D, a leading expert on caregiver grief. It is built on solid research and years of practical experience, and it offers real help in dealing with the challenges, losses, and rewards of being a family caregiver of someone who is, or is becoming, psychologically absent. Learn more.

This group will meet in person and comply with Greenlee County Health Department’s COVID-19 precautions.

DATE: Wednesdays, September 15, 2021 – November 17, 2021
TIME: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
LOCATION: Greenlee County Health Department
COST: Free-of-charge
RSVP: Please call Nicole at (928) 865-2601 or email nverdugo@greenlee.az.gov.

Join a group of fellow family caregivers to discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. In Duet’s Finding Meaning and Hope series, you will learn skills to help you stay strong, healthy, resilient, and positive as you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope. This 10-week discussion series features videos based on the groundbreaking book, Loving Someone Who Has Dementia: How to Find Hope While Coping with Stress and Grief by Pauline Boss, Ph.D, a leading expert on caregiver grief. It is built on solid research and years of practical experience, and it offers real help in dealing with the challenges, losses, and rewards of being a family caregiver of someone who is, or is becoming, psychologically absent. Learn more.

This group will meet in person and comply with Pima Council on Aging’s COVID-19 precautions.

DATE: Wednesdays, September 1, 2021 – November 3, 2021
TIME: 1 – 2:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Pima Council on Aging, Lupu Building
8467 East Broadway Boulevard
Tucson, AZ 85710
COST: Free-of-charge
RSVP: Please call Sam at (520) 305-3405 or email sbandiera@pcoa.org.

Orientation for Volunteers to provide services to home bound adults. Please bring your drivers license for ID. A Level 1 Fingerprint clearance is required to volunteer and instructions for obtaining this will be provided at orientation. The total cost of the fingerprinting and clearance is $73 which can be reimbursed by Duet after 6 months of active volunteering.

If you already have a Level 1 clearance Card please bring it with you so we may make a copy.

To RSVP, simply fill out the registration form or email volunteer@duetaz.org.

You are not alone. Support groups make it easier to connect with other grandparents in the same situation. Share experiences, network with others, and find workable solutions to the challenges ahead.

Some of our support groups have returned to in-person. Please note that registration is required to ensure that we are following social distancing guidelines.

For more information or to RSVP, contact Lisa McCormick by email at mccormick@duetaz.org or call (602) 274-5022, ext 114.

Join a group of fellow family caregivers to discuss how to regain hope and build resilience when dealing with the complexities of ongoing loss associated with caring for someone with dementia. In Duet’s Finding Meaning and Hope series, you will learn skills to help you stay strong, healthy, resilient, and positive as you navigate your caregiving journey with healing and hope. This 10-week discussion series features videos based on the groundbreaking book, Loving Someone Who Has Dementia: How to Find Hope While Coping with Stress and Grief by Pauline Boss, Ph.D, a leading expert on caregiver grief. It is built on solid research and years of practical experience, and it offers real help in dealing with the challenges, losses, and rewards of being a family caregiver of someone who is, or is becoming, psychologically absent. Learn more.

DATE: Thursdays, September 2, 2021 – November 4, 2021
TIME: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
LOCATION: Via Zoom
COST: Free-of-charge
RSVP: Please call (520) 836-2758 or email maryg@pgcsc.org. (Pinal County)