A group for male caregivers to share their story, learn caregiving tips and network with others. Facilitated by Center volunteers Tom Brennon, Rob Cook, and John Rogers, as well as Mercy Hospice Social Worker, Brian Miller. No registration required. For Zoom information call the Center at 319-221-8866, or email at [email protected].
2026-11-03 09:30:00 -0600
A group for male caregivers to share their story, learn caregiving tips, and network with others. Facilitated by Center volunteers Tom Brennom, Rob Cook, and John Rogers, as well as Mercy Hospice Social Worker, Brian Miller. No registration required. Call the Center at 319-221-8866 or email at [email protected] for Zoom information.
2026-11-03 11:30:00 -0600
After a loved one dies, caregivers may experience a variety of emotions and life changes. This group provides an environment of acceptance to discuss feelings and ask questions about how to deal with the loss of caregiving, as well as the loss of a loved one. Topics include grief, self-care, and planning for the future. Facilitated by Becky Krapfl, Caregiver Engagement Facilitator, and Tammy Buseman, Caregiver & Patient Experience Facilitator at the Caregivers Center at Mercy.
Register by 10/6 by calling the Center at 319-221-8866, or emailing to [email protected].
2026-11-03 16:30:00 -0600
Join us for an uplifting five -week book study through Emma Heming Willis' personal care of her husband, actor Bruce Willis, who is living with frontotemporal dementia. Explore practical lessons, self-care strategies and sources of hope for caregivers. Discussions will be facilitated by experienced caregivers and Family Caregivers Center volunteers, Carole Butz and Julie Harris Johnson. A limited number of books are available for check out at the DeWolf Innovation Center.
Register by 10/7 by calling the Center at 319-221-8866, or emailing at [email protected].
2026-11-04 11:30:00 -0600
Sign up for a 15-minute, individualized meeting with Suellyn Parson, a veteran service coordinator with the Linn County Veterans Affairs Office. Receive answers to your questions and review benefits that your veteran may qualify for.
Register by Nov. 1 by calling the Center at 319-221-8866, or emailing to [email protected]. To get Zoom information use the same sources.
2026-10-14 11:30:00 -0500
A support group for all caregivers to share their story, listen and learn caregiving tips, and connect with others. Facilitated by Center volunteers Carole Butz and Laura Sagers. No registration required. Call the Center at 319-221-8866 or email at [email protected] for Zoom information.
2026-11-04 15:00:00 -0600
You are invited to the Together Song Chorus Fall Concert. Join us at either concert for The Voice of Life. Concerts are Thursday, Nov. 5 and Friday, Nov. 6, 2026.
Please stay after for cookies and coffee!
2026-09-20 15:45:00 -0500
You are invited to the Together in Song Chorus Fall Concert. Join us at our concert as we celebrate the Voice of Life. Concert is Friday, Nov.6, 2026.
Please stay after for cookies and coffee!
2026-09-20 15:45:00 -0500
Learn how to make healthy, simple meals from Julia Gharib, personal chef and caterer with Julia's Kitchen, and Mary Beth Peiffer, dietitian. Hear the health benefits of a Mediterranean diet and try food prepared in front of you. Leave with recipes and ideas to try at home.
Space is limited. Register by 11/2, by calling the Center at 319-221-8866, or emailing to [email protected].
2026-10-14 13:30:00 -0500
A group for male caregivers to share their story, learn caregiving tips and network with others. Facilitated by Center volunteers Tom Brennon, Rob Cook, and John Rogers, as well as Mercy Hospice Social Worker, Brian Miller. No registration required. For Zoom information call the Center at 319-221-8866, or email at [email protected].
2026-11-10 09:30:00 -0600
A group for male caregivers to share their story, learn caregiving tips, and network with others. Facilitated by Center volunteers Tom Brennom, Rob Cook, and John Rogers, as well as Mercy Hospice Social Worker, Brian Miller. No registration required. Call the Center at 319-221-8866 or email at [email protected] for Zoom information.
2026-11-10 11:30:00 -0600
A support group for female caregivers to share their story, listen, and learn caregiving tips and connect with others. Facilitated by Center volunteers Carol Butz and Laura Sagers. No registration is required.
Call the Center at 319-221-8866 or email at [email protected] for Zoom information.
2026-11-10 15:00:00 -0600