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Cultivating Resilience After the Loss of a Child

Wyatt Room 2611 NE Courtney Drive, Bend, OR

Join us for a half-day workshop designed for parents who have experienced the loss of a child. This workshop is graciously funded by the generosity of Jerry Colonna, whose vision of supporting our community through their darkest times continues to inspire and heal.  Why Attend?  Losing a child is one of the most painful experiences a parent can endure. This workshop provides a safe space to explore themes of grief and resilience, allowing participants to gain tools and insights on coping with their loss. Facilitated by experienced bereavement staff from Partners In Care, this event offers both professional guidance and community support.  Who Should Attend?  This workshop is open to any community member who has lost a child of any age. We recommend attendees be at least 6 months past their loss.  Registration:  Advance registration is required as spaces are limited. Please complete an online registration form or reach our team directly at (541) 322-1291 to secure your spot. Learn more about our other grief support groups and classes offered at Partners In Care: www.partnersbend.org/services/grief-support/

Brain Health Awareness Month (Session 1: June 12)

Redmond Senior Center 325 NW Dogwood Ave, Redmond, Oregon

Brain health and dementia awareness classes are crucial for equipping individuals with the knowledge and skills to better support loved ones facing dementia. Partners In Care is partnering with the Redmond Senior Center to bring a comprehensive three-day class offering valuable insights and practical tools for caregivers. On Day 1, participants will learn effective caregiving strategies, including essential tips, tools, and tricks to enhance daily care for those with dementia. Day 2 delves into understanding dementia, covering its various types, underlying causes, and available support options, ensuring participants are well-informed about the condition. Finally, Day 3 focuses on preparing for life with dementia, emphasizing the importance of advance directives and Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST), providing a framework for making informed decisions about future care needs. This structured program aims to foster a supportive community and empower caregivers with the necessary resources to navigate the challenges of dementia. Where: Redmond Senior Center When: June 12, 19 and 26 at 1 pm Topics: June 12: Caregiving for your loved one with dementia June 19: Understanding dementia types, causes and how to get help June 26: Preparing for life with dementia Contact us at communityevents@partnersbend.org with questions or reach out to […]

Brain Health Awareness Month (Session 2 date change: June 26)

Redmond Senior Center 325 NW Dogwood Ave, Redmond, Oregon

Brain health and dementia awareness classes are crucial for equipping individuals with the knowledge and skills to better support loved ones facing dementia. Partners In Care is partnering with the Redmond Senior Center to bring a comprehensive three-day class offering valuable insights and practical tools for caregivers. On Day 1, participants will learn effective caregiving strategies, including essential tips, tools, and tricks to enhance daily care for those with dementia. Day 2 delves into understanding dementia, covering its various types, underlying causes, and available support options, ensuring participants are well-informed about the condition. Finally, Day 3 focuses on preparing for life with dementia, emphasizing the importance of advance directives and Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST), providing a framework for making informed decisions about future care needs. This structured program aims to foster a supportive community and empower caregivers with the necessary resources to navigate the challenges of dementia. Where: Redmond Senior Center When: June 12, 26 and July 3 at 1 pm Topics: June 12: Caregiving for your loved one with dementia June 26: Understanding dementia types, causes and how to get help July 3: Preparing for life with dementia Contact us at communityevents@partnersbend.org with questions or reach out […]

Caregiver Cafe

Join Partners In Care on the last Wednesday of every month for a virtual, evening 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. 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. Check www.partnersbend.org for more details and updates. June 26 at 7:30 pm (July 31, August 28) Zoom link to join below (no registration required) Get support from other caregivers Connect to services and resources Join us for the virtual Caregiver Cafe at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85062943682?pwd=938KLmWSJkkg8N23ikeJXc83Z6xplM.1 Questions, email Joelle at communityevents@partnersbend.org

LOSS OF A CHILD

An eight-week support group for parents grieving the loss of a child of any age. The group will provide a safe and supportive environment to address one of the most difficult losses anyone can experience. Participants can expect a structured program that will offer education on the subject as well as a place for grieving parents to find comfort and support while being able to freely express their grief with people who can understand. Please call to preregister, this is not a drop-in group. Thursdays – 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM September 26 to November 21st (No group meeting on November 7th)

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Light Up a Life 2024

UUFCO 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd, Bend, Oregon

Join us for our annual Light Up a Life event to share hope in remembrance as a community. This year, our Light Up a Life evening at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon will feature a luminaria walk, live music by Paula Dreyer, and name reading ceremony in memory of loved ones who have passed and to honor those still with us. This event is free and open to the public to attend. Refreshments will be provided. When: Thursday, September 26 at 6 pm Where: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Oregon Parking: Available on-site, but limited. We recommend carpooling!  Names to be read at the service can be submitted ON THIS FORM ******************************************************************* Thank you to our sponsors! Premier: Luminaria Walk: Refreshments: Printing and Mailing: Music:  

SPOUSAL and PARTNER LOSS SUPPORT GROUP

A support group for those who have lost a spouse or significant other. This eight-week group will provide a safe place for individuals to share the journey toward healing after the death of a partner. Please call to preregister, these are not drop-in groups. Mondays - September 30th to November 18th – 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM Tuesdays – October 1st to November 19th - 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM -  THESE DATES ARE FULL

MINDFULNESS AND GRIEF CLASS

This eight-week class defines mindfulness and offers instruction on managing the grief process with mindfulness tools such as present moment awareness and using meditation and the breath to stabilize difficult emotions and intrusive thoughts that occur related to the stress, anxiety and depression experienced with grief. Please call to preregister, this is not a drop-in group. Mondays – 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM September 30th to November 18th

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