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  All of the support groups listed are offered free of charge to the community. They are facilitated by GSC's social worker, Carin Mack. Carin is also available for individual counseling on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Please call (206) 230-0166 or email her at socialwkr@earthlink.net to make an appointment.

Carin will be out of the office during the month of August.

 

 

Aging Parent Concerns

Join MSW Carin Mack for an engaging and informative group to discuss issues adult children face as their parents age. Receive education and resources on such topics as senior housing, community resources, long-distance care giving, how to communicate, and resolving conflict. Meets  at GSC on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, 5:30-7:30 pm.

Summer schedule:  6/10, 7/8

Alzheimer's Caregivers

Support and resources to family caregivers of those living with dementia. Adult children, spouses, siblings and long distance caregivers providing in home care or support in nursing homes. Meets at University Congregational Church: 1604 NE 50th on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, 1:30-3 pm. 

Summer schedule: 6/4, 6/18, 7/2, 7/16, 7/30

Low Vision

Provides resources, education and coping skills to those experiencing vision limitations. Meets at GSC on the 4th Tuesday of the month, 10:30 am - 12 pm.

Summer schedule: 6/24, 7/22

Mild Depression/Sadness

Open to any older adult experiencing mild depression or ongoing sadness affecting daily living. Meets at GSC on the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 10:30-12 pm.

Summer dates: 6/4, 7/2

 

Parkinson Carers’ Support Group

This group provides education, resources, and coping skills to family caregivers of those living with Parkinson’s Disease.  Meets at GSC on the 2nd Tuesday pf the month from 1-2:30 pm.

Summer dates: 6/10, 7/8

Senior Parents of Adult Children with Mental Illness

Explores resources, education, and coping skills related to mental illness, alcohol, and addiction problems. Meets at Crown Hill United Methodist Church: 8500 14th Ave NW on the 2nd Tuesday, 9:30 am - 12 pm.

Summer dates: 6/10, 7/8

Well Spouse

This group provides support to wives, husbands, and partners of the chronically ill or disabled. Meets at GSC 1st Monday, 4-5:30 pm. Issues discussed include communications, intimacy, self care and future planning.

Summer dates: 6/2, 7/7

 

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Last modified: 03/09/08