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Community Education: Blood Facts 101 with the American Red Cross

Wyatt Room 2611 NE Courtney Drive, Bend, OR

Join us August 18 from noon - 1 pm at Partners In Care for our monthly Community Education series! During this discussion with the American Red Cross, you will learn: • What happens to the blood donated- how it is processed and what is done with it • Who uses the blood that is donated? • History of blood donation • Central Oregon stats Light lunch is provided and Community Education is presented at no cost for attendees! Parking is available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend.

Welcoming Week! Caregiving for Coco: Celebrating and Supporting Unpaid Family Caregivers

Tower Theatre 835 NW Wall Street, Bend, Oregon

Caregiving for Coco: Celebrating and Supporting Unpaid Family Caregivers Host(s): Partners In Care, Council on Aging, Tower Theatre, Date and Time: September 13, 4:30 p.m. for Caregiver Happy Hour; Coco starts at 6:00 p.m. Location: Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall Street, Bend, OR 97703 Tower Theater will be screening the film Coco in Spanish with English subtitles with a pre-show happy hour for Unpaid caregivers can join early for an opportunity to mingle with other caregivers, and to have one-on-one time with service providers from the Council on Aging, Partners In Care, Volunteers in Medicine, Alzheimer’s Association, and more. As part of the City of Bend Welcoming Week, The Tower Theatre, Partners In Care, Council On Aging and Bend Film, Welcomes Unpaid Family Caregivers to a Movie Night. Unpaid caregivers are typically family members who provide care for those who cannot care for themselves. Caregivers are vulnerable to burnout and isolation, which has negative consequences for the caregiver and the one being cared for. For our immigrant and refugee neighbors who experience additional barriers, such as language, literacy, or navigation of resources, the risks are higher. This event will provide the opportunity for service connection and community building for our unpaid […]

Community Education: Your Local Funeral Home… Your Partner and Guide

Wyatt Room 2611 NE Courtney Drive, Bend, OR

Join us as we learn from Bel-Air Colonial Funeral Home's Mark Wolford. Benefits of Pre-Planning your final wishes Honoring a loved one's life Understanding the choices and resources available to families at a critical time of life Light lunch is provided and Community Education is presented at no cost for attendees! Parking is available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend.

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Solutions for Complex Realities in Post Acute Care

Wyatt Room 2611 NE Courtney Drive, Bend, OR

We invite all professional care providers for medically fragile patients, clients, or long-term care residents to join us for a half day conference at Partners In Care to learn about tools available in our community that will help the most complex patients.   WHEN: Friday, October 13, 2023 | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM WHERE: Partners In Care, Wyatt Room, Parking available 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend TARGET AUDIENCE: providers, clinicians, social services, nursing, care navigators, discharge planners, facility personnel, including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and long-term care. We look forward to having you join us! REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please RSVP to Joelle Blanchard at CommunityEvents@partnersbend.org Breakfast and a light lunch will be provided at no cost Zoom capability may be available if unable to attend in person; contact communityevents@partnersbend.org to discuss options. The conference will be recorded for viewing following conclusion of the event. CEUs will be available Keynote Presentation: “Compassionate Healthcare: Charting the Course Through Complex Realities with Heart and Purpose” – Qwynn Galloway-Salazar, PhD 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Embark on a journey that explores the intricate tapestry of social determinants of health and the transformative power of trauma-informed practices. Through this exploration, we will unveil the strategies to not […]

Holiday Grief: Moving Through to the Other Side

Wyatt Room 2611 NE Courtney Drive, Bend, OR

Join Partners In Care and Sarah Peterson, the President and Founder of Clear Mourning in this special holiday grief support group and community education event on November 17 from 12 - 1 pm. Clear Mourning helps shift the culture surrounding grief and to hold space for those who have experienced a tragic loss. Every person should have the opportunity and freedom to grieve their loss. During this discussion you will learn: How to prepare for holiday grief Tips to find joy and soften despair How to honor your loved ones during holiday celebrations This is an in person event hosted in the Wyatt Room at Partners In Care; presented at no cost. Lunch is provided! Parking available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend.  

Community Education: Do I have dementia? How to discuss concerns with your doctor

Redmond Senior Center 325 NW Dogwood Ave, Redmond, Oregon

Join Partners In Care at the Redmond Senior Center to learn about signs and symptoms of dementia and take a self-assessment to share with your doctor. Gain an understanding of: Different types of dementia Early signs and symptoms How self-assessments like 'SAGE' work How to talk to your doctor and resources available in the community Hear from Joelle Blanchard from the Partners In Care team. Joelle is a candidate for a master’s in social work from Portland State University. She has worked in hospice for seven years after experiencing a personal loss. Visit www.partnersbend.org/events to learn about more events!

SURVIVING THE HOLIDAY SEASON: A One-Day Workshop

Holidays can be especially challenging while we are grieving. The holidays are typically a time of celebration for most people, but this can be a very difficult time for grieving people. Please join us for this one-day workshop in which we will offer suggestions for managing the demands of the season for those individuals who are grieving the loss of a loved one or wanting to know how to support the bereaved. Wednesday – October 23rd 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Community Education: Script Your Future! Why You Need an Estate Plan

Wyatt Room 2611 NE Courtney Drive, Bend, OR

Join us for a revamped, in-person Community Education event in the Wyatt Room at Partners In Care. During this free community event, you will learn about wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives - and their importance! Our panel of experts have years of experience guiding people on this topic and will address: • I have a will, is that enough? • What should be included in my plan? • How do taxes factor into my plan? • What is the best timetable for charitable giving? Wednesday, February 5 | Noon - 1 pm The Wyatt Room at Partners In Care. Parking is available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend *Free to attend; light lunch will be provided. RSVPs are encouraged. RSVP to CommunityEvents@partnersbend.org or by calling (541) 706-1335

Partners & Pages Book Club

Paulina Springs Book Store 252 W Hood Ave, Sisters, OR, United States

Do you love to read? Join Partners In Care for our first community book club! This book club is free and open to anyone in the community and will be held the second Wednesday of each month from 10 - 11 am at Paulina Springs Book Store in Sisters, Oregon. Our first gathering will be on March 12! Partners In Care will provide books to everyone attending. The first book will be The One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margo by Marianne Cronin. We ask that if you are interested, you kindly RSVP so the appropriate number of books can be ordered! You can RSVP by calling the Book Club leader Bethany Benefield at (541) 706-0567 or by emailing communityevents@partnersbend.org Bethany Benefield, the book club leader, is the Partners In Care Transitions Coordinator for the Redmond and Sisters communities, where she is dedicated to supporting medically fragile folks and their families. With a background as a licensed Community Health Worker and a B.S. in Social Entrepreneurship, she is passionate about promoting equity and empowering others. Outside of her work, Bethany enjoys spending quality time with her husband and two children, nurturing her lifelong love of reading, and sharing her enthusiasm with […]

A Year to Live

Wyatt Room 2611 NE Courtney Drive, Bend, OR

Everyday Conscious Living and Dying Though the various aspects of contemplating our life we learn to live more mindfully each day, each moment, each hour, acknowledging that our mortality is our greatest teacher. Join Carla Purusa and Lisa Hurley from Partners In Care and a small group of people in a year-long study group that supports our individual contemplation and practice while contributing to the collective evolution of our loss, grief and death culture. Together, in the spirit of community, we will gather to explore the messaging in Stephen Levine's book "A Year to Live" through a series of monthly sessions for a whole year.  Registration is required! RSVP by March 14 to Carla at (541) 771-3262 Participation Commitment• Attend at least 10 of 12 monthly large group sessions – must attend the first session• Participate fully in Home Groups (required!)• Complete home practice assignments, practices, and readings• Attend the Orientation Session• While the group is no cost, participants must purchase the book Important Points• *April 5 session is 10 am - 1:30 pm• Participation is required at home community home groups• Estimated 5-7 hours/month + monthly Home Groups + daily meditation The Details • The Prognosis: And It Begins […]

Caregiver Cafe

Wyatt Room 2611 NE Courtney Drive, Bend, OR

  Join Partners In Care on the second Tuesday of each month from 11 am - 12 pm for a Caregiver Café! Caring for someone who has a serious illness or disability can be a rewarding experience, but it may also feel overwhelming. Caregiver Café is a safe place for folks who are caring for other adults. Come together with other caregivers in Central Oregon to share ideas, navigate challenges, and simply meet others in a similar situation, all in a safe, supportive environment at Partners In Care. The work of providing care for someone unable to care for themselves is unending, and caregivers need help. Join us to connect, gain support, and learn new skills- and maybe laugh along the way! Guest speakers will be invited from time to time. Caregiver Cafe will be held in the Wyatt Room at Partners In Care. Parking is available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend. RSVPs are encouraged; RSVP to facilitator Molly at molly.denton@partnersbend.org or (541) 382-5882. Check www.partnersbend.org for more details and updates.