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This group is specifically for male caregivers only.

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/82020751899

Call-in numbers
+1 (346) 248-7799
Meeting ID: 820 2075 1899

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

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

This support group is for caregivers and their loved ones with Parkinson’s disease. The group will meet monthly, in person, at the Red Mountain Multigenerational Center, 7550 E. Adobe Road, Mesa, on the first Monday of each month.

All COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed, and, due to space limitations, your RSVP is required. Please call Kris at (602) 406-4921 to RSVP.

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. Childcare available with reservations.

Date: Thursday, August 4
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 2745 N. 32nd Street, Mesa, 85213

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

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.

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/84278933956

Call-in numbers
+1 (669) 900-6833
Meeting ID: 842 7893 3956

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.

Please review our Reopening Safety Guidelines for current information.

When: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Where: Via Linda Senior Center
10440 E Via Linda, Scottsdale

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, 2:00 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.

During the recent virtual support groups, grandparents have enjoyed connecting with one another to share joys, challenges and resources – through a screen. It might seem intimidating, but it truly is easier than it seems!

Date: Thursday, July 7
Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual, via zoom

Offered in English and Spanish. To RSVP for a support group session, contact Lisa by email at mccormick@duetaz.org or call (602) 274-5022, ext. 114.

This support group is for caregivers and their loved ones with Parkinson’s disease. The group will meet monthly, in person, at the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center, 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, on the second Friday of each month.

All COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed, and, due to space limitations, your RSVP is required.

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

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

We are celebrating summer with a big pool party! This will be a private event, as the pool will be open to our families only for this evening. The event will include pizza and drinks to all registered guests. Registration, intakes, and payment are required; space is limited.

When: Saturday, July 9, 2022
Time: 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Centennial Pool, 14388 N 79th Ave, Peoria, AZ 85381
Cost: $5 per person (Admission and meal included), guest are $10.00
RSVP: Reservations and payment required by Friday, July 1. Contact Lisa McCormick at (602) 274-5022, ext. 114, or mccormick@duetaz.org.

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

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

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.

During the recent virtual support groups, grandparents have enjoyed connecting with one another to share joys, challenges and resources – through a screen. It might seem intimidating, but it truly is easier than it seems!

Date: Wednesday, July 13
Time: 9 – 10:30 a.m.
Location: Virtual, via zoom

Offered in English and Spanish. To RSVP for a support group session, contact Lisa by email at mccormick@duetaz.org or call (602) 274-5022, ext. 114.

Come learn how art benefits those affected by dementia or other frailties. Our presenter, Laura Hales, curator of learning and innovation at Scottsdale Arts, will share findings from current research on how art contributes to well-being, and she’ll demonstrate a few simple activities you can do another time with your loved one.

She’ll also provide information about the Memory Lounge, a monthly arts experience for people with memory loss and their caregivers. The program invites participants to enjoy visual art, dance, theatre, and music, while each visit includes an interactive tour of the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art.

Date: Wednesday, July 13, 2022
Time: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Virtual, using Zoom
Cost: Free
RSVP: Contact Deanne Poulos at (602) 274-5022, ext. 115, or poulos@duetaz.org to register and receive Zoom link

This support group is in partnership with the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center and is designed for patients and care partners. The group will meet monthly, in person, at the Duet office located at 10000 N. 31st Avenue, Suite D200, Phoenix, on the second Wednesday of each month.

All COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed, and, due to space limitations, your RSVP is required. Please call Kris at (602) 406-4921 to RSVP.

During the recent virtual support groups, grandparents have enjoyed connecting with one another to share joys, challenges and resources – through a screen. It might seem intimidating, but it truly is easier than it seems!

Date: Thursday, July 14
Time: 9 – 10:30 a.m.
Location: Virtual, via zoom

Offered in English and Spanish. To RSVP for a support group session, contact Lisa 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/85791330156

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

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/86026906017

Call-in numbers
+1 (346) 248-7799
Meeting ID: 862696017

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.

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/84278933956

Call-in numbers
+1 (669) 900-6833
Meeting ID: 842 7893 3956

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.

Please review our Reopening Safety Guidelines for current information.

When: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Where: Via Linda Senior Center
10440 E Via Linda, Scottsdale

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, 2:00 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.

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.

This orientation will take place at:
St. John’s Lutheran Church
7205 N. 51st Ave.
Glendale, AZ

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

During the recent virtual support groups, grandparents have enjoyed connecting with one another to share joys, challenges and resources – through a screen. It might seem intimidating, but it truly is easier than it seems!

Date: Thursday, July 21
Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual, via zoom

Offered in English and Spanish. To RSVP for a support group session, contact Lisa 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

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

During the recent virtual support groups, grandparents have enjoyed connecting with one another to share joys, challenges and resources – through a screen. It might seem intimidating, but it truly is easier than it seems!

Date: Saturday, July 23
Time: 9 – 10:30 a.m.
Location: Virtual, via zoom

Offered in English and Spanish. To RSVP for a support group session, contact Lisa by email at mccormick@duetaz.org or call (602) 274-5022, ext. 114.

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

Kinship Care Services is partnering with Child Crisis Arizona to present an educational workshop called, Managing Stress as a Parent. Presented by Ramonalisa Parham, we will discuss how stress affects all aspects of our lives, including parenting. We will explore healthy strategies to manage stress and create a plan to enhance your current parenting practices. This workshop will be on Zoom so you must have a phone, tablet, or computer to participate. Registration is required with both Duet and Child Crisis Arizona; once you register with us, you’ll receive a link to register with Child Crisis Arizona.

When: Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Time: 10 a.m. -12 p.m.
Where: Zoom (registration is required with Child Crisis Arizona, you’ll receive a link once you register with us)
Cost: Free
RSVP: Reservations required by Friday, July 15. Contact Lisa McCormick at (602) 274-5022, ext. 114, or mccormick@duetaz.org

During the recent virtual support groups, grandparents have enjoyed connecting with one another to share joys, challenges and resources – through a screen. It might seem intimidating, but it truly is easier than it seems!

Date: Thursday, July 28
Time: 9 – 10:30 a.m.
Location: Virtual, via zoom

Offered in English and Spanish. To RSVP for a support group session, contact Lisa by email at mccormick@duetaz.org or call (602) 274-5022, ext. 114.

Kinship Care Services is inviting all grandfamilies to the Arizona Museum of Natural History in Mesa. Grandfamilies will get the chance to explore and learn about the natural and cultural history of the Southwest. The Museum is the premier natural history museum in Arizona. Where else can you see a flash flood cascading down a three-story mountain inside a museum? It’s your chance to see Tom the soft-shelled turtle and a live Gila monster. Experience a real territorial jail, pan for gold in the History Courtyard, and wend your way through the Lost Dutchman’s Mine. Check out the Exploration Station for a hands-on adventure for all ages. Space is limited, reservations and intakes are required.

When: Sunday, July 31, 2022
Time: 12 – 2 p.m.
Where: 53 N Macdonald, Mesa, AZ 85201
Cost: Free
RSVP: Reservations required by Friday, July 22. Contact Lisa McCormick at (602) 274-5022, ext. 114, or mccormick@duetaz.org