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Events (6)

Discover Caregiving Relationships: Caregiver Self-Care

6:30 to 7:30 PM

Thu, 10/08/2020 - 12:00

Online

Discover care-giving webinar Oct 8 at 6:30 pm addresses self-care for caregivers.

Discover Caregiving Relationships: Losses and Mixed Emotions

6:30 to 7:30 PM

Thu, 10/15/2020 - 12:00

Online

Discover care-giving relationships webinar Oct 15 at 6:30 pm addresses various losses and emotions caregivers face.

Discover Caregiving Relationships: Changing Relationships

6:30 to 7:30 PM

Thu, 10/22/2020 - 12:00

Online

Discover care-giving webinar Oct 22 at 6:30 pm addresses changes in family relationships, long-distance caregiving, and family support.

Discover Caregiving Relationships: Care for Couple Relationships

6:30 to 7:30 PM

Thu, 10/29/2020 - 12:00

Online

Discover care-giving relationships webinar Oct 29 at 6:30 pm addresses the stress and solutions for couple care when one or both is in a caregiving situation.

Discover Caregiving Relationships: Speak Clearly, Listen Carefully

6:30 to 7:30 PM

Thu, 11/05/2020 - 12:00

Online

Discover care-giving relationships webinar Nov 5 at 6:30 pm addresses communication techniques important in caregiving situations.

Discover Caregiving Relationships: Eldercare Resources

6:30 to 7:30 PM

Thu, 11/12/2020 - 12:00

Online

Discover care-giving relationships webinar Nov 12 at 6:30 pm addresses available eldercare resources.

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Mindfulness for Stress Reduction

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Keeping in Touch While Keeping Your Distance

University of Illinois Extension Helps Area Residents "Live Well"

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Schedule a Family Night In

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Celebrate National Family Caregiver Month

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Don't Be Scammed!

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Grandparents have an important role in a child’s life

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Taking care of the caregiver; online webinar addresses challenges