Family Caregivers Center of Mercy

Upcoming Events at Family Caregivers Center of Mercy

• Male Caregiver Coffee

  <p>Male caregivers have a unique perspective. Come share your story with other men. If you would like caregiving assistance while attending this event, please call (319) 221-8866 or email fcgc@mercycare.org.</p> 2019-01-31 10:00:00 -0600

  2/19

  8:00 a.m.

  Family Caregivers Center of Mercy

  Cedar Rapids
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• Transitioning out of Caregiving - Life After the Long Goodbye

  <p>A series of four educational sessions, beginning Feb. 5, focused on helping caregivers successfully move out of the caregiving role. Participants will learn tools to fill the void and manage the spiritual, financial, and emotional aspects of life after their loved one died. The sessions encourage participants to re-establish an identity without a role as a caregiver. <strong>Registration required.</strong></p> 2019-02-19 14:30:00 -0600

  2/19

  1:00 p.m.

  Family Caregivers Center of Mercy

  Cedar Rapids
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• Chair Yoga for Caregivers & Care Receivers

  <p>Come try chair yoga. No complicated maneuvers or complex movements. No previous experience with yoga needed. Registration required. To register for a session or to register for caregiving assistance while attending this event, please let us know in advance by calling (319) 221-8866 or emailing <u>fcgc@mercycare.org</u>. There may be charges associated with this program.</p> 2019-02-19 15:45:00 -0600

  2/19

  3:00 p.m.

  Family Caregivers Center of Mercy

  Cedar Rapids
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• Driving Series for Care Recievers

  <p>Learn how to keep your care receiver safe driving during this three part series. On Tues., Feb 19, Dr. Megan Adams Rieck, clinical psychologist, will discuss care receiver driving assessments and difficult conversation about driving. On Tues., Feb. 26, Terry Murrin, AARP driver safety representative, will talk about classes to improve your care receiver’s skill and how to modify vehicles. On Tues., March 5, a panel will discuss community resources to assist with transportation. <strong>Registration required.</strong></p> 2019-02-04 20:00:00 -0600

  2/19

  6:30 p.m.

  Family Caregivers Center of Mercy

  Cedar Rapids
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• Creative Art for Caregivers & Care Receivers

  <p>Come and express yourself through art! The class will learn how to use a pallet knife and brushes with acrylic paints on canvas to create a portrait. An instructor from the Eastern Iowa Arts Academy will guide you through creating your very own work of art. All materials provided and no artistic experience needed! If you would like caregiving assistance while attending this event, please call (319) 221-8866 or email fcgc@mercycare.org<u>.</u> There may be charges associated with this program. Limited to 15 people.</p> 2019-01-31 15:30:00 -0600

  2/21

  2:00 p.m.

  Family Caregivers Center of Mercy

  Cedar Rapids
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• The Joy of Music for Caregivers & Care Receivers

  <p>Come and experience the joy of music. Certified music therapists engage caregivers and care receivers in activities that promote physical health, psychological wellbeing, communication, and cognitive skills. If you would like caregiving assistance while attending this event, please call (319) 221-8866 or email fcgc@mercycare.org. There may be charges associated with this program.</p> 2019-01-31 13:45:00 -0600

  2/25

  1:00 p.m.

  Family Caregivers Center of Mercy

  Cedar Rapids
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