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Santa Cruz 2 Dementia Family Caregiver Support Group – MEETING BY ZOOM AND TELEPHONE

Online Event
If a family member has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia, a caregiver support group can offer you an opportunity to find out more about available community resources, learn from others going through similar experiences, and build a support system. Our facilitated caregiver support group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of […]
Free

Effective Communication Strategies – LIVE VIRTUAL PRESENTATION

Online Event
Register and attend this FREE virtual seminar to learn about Alzheimer’s and Dementia.  Communication is more than just talking and listening – it’s also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. As people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias progress in their journey and the ability to […]
Free

Hospice Volunteers Needed – Informational Q&A

Virtual Via Zoom
Join this informative Q&A session to find out if volunteering with Hospice of Santa Cruz as a hospice volunteer visitor is right for you. Our volunteers are part of the care team, bringing gifts of companionship and practical support to hospice patients and their families. Volunteers receive 15 hours of training over 5 weekly Zoom […]
Free

Hospice Pet Companion Volunteers Needed – Info Session Q&A

Virtual Via Zoom
We are looking for four-legged hospice volunteers too! These volunteer visitors bring their pets to visit with patients and families, providing joy and comfort to all. Join this informative Q&A session to find out if volunteering with Hospice of Santa Cruz as a pet companion hospice volunteer visitor is right for you. Volunteers receive 15 […]
Free

First Friday | The Art of Nature

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Get to know Santa Cruz’s WILD SIDE at the Museum of Natural History. Nerd out on your night out during monthly after hours events every First Friday, featuring rotating themes, vendors, and activities. Free admission to the Museum all day 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., with special outdoor festivities 5-8 p.m. April’s event will feature over a […]
Free

Scotts Valley Dementia Family Caregiver Support Group – MEETING BY ZOOM AND TELEPHONE

Online Event
Support groups create a safe, confidential, supportive environment or community and a chance for participants to develop informal mutual support and social relationships. They also educate and inform participants about dementia and help participants develop methods and skills to solve problems. Additional Information THIS SUPPORT GROUP MEETING WILL BE OFFERED BY ZOOM AND PHONE.  Register: […]
Free

Stories of Culture: Oaxaca in Santa Cruz FILM SCREENING

The 418 Project 155 S. River Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Join us for the free Santa Cruz premiere of the short films Stories of Culture: Oaxaca in Santa Cruz directed by Megan Martinez Goltz on Saturday, April 8 from 6-8PM.  Three ten-minute films explore indigenous food, music, and traditional healing practices. The evening begins at 6pm with Oaxacan food for sale. Senderos dancers will perform […]
Free

Triple P Workshop: Changing Challenging Behaviors Into Positive Behaviors (for families with children with special needs)

Virtual Via Zoom
Register: https://bit.ly/SS-Behaviors-Apr10 Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop for families with children with special needs to learn: • How to keep track of your child’s behavior • Why the behavior is occurring and how to encourage alternative behavior • Tips for removing accidental rewards • How to develop a personalized parenting plan Presented IN ENGLISH […]
Free

Queer and Trans Yoga Hosted by Sapphire Collective at The Diversity Center

The Diversity Center 1117 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Date: Weekly yoga class on Mondays. Starting April 3rd  Time: 6:00 – 7:15 PM Location: The Diversity Center Class description: This is a trauma-sensitive, all-levels, all-bodies/abilities class taught by a rotating queer-identifying yoga teacher each week. We highlight self nurturance through yoga asana and meditation, a somatic and mindfulness healing practice that resources us for […]
$10 – $20

Seminario: Criando Adolescentes Responsables

La Manzana Community Resources 521 Main St, Suite E,, Watsonville, CA, United States
Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Responsables-10Abril Asista a este seminario para aprender cómo usted puede enseñarle a su adolescente a aprender a: Participar en las decisiones familiares Ser respetuoso y considerado Ser involucrarse en las actividades familiares Desarrollar un estilo de vida saludable Ser confiable y asertivo Lugar: La Manzana Recursos Comunitarios, 18 W. Lake Ave, Sala E, Watsonville […]
Free

Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior – LIVE VIRTUAL PRESENTATION

Online Event
Register and attend this FREE virtual seminar to learn about Alzheimer’s and Dementia.  Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. However, some behaviors can present real challenges for caregivers to […]
Free

My Play Club – Family Drop-In – Visita familiar

Chanticleer Park 1975 Chanticleer Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Family Drop-in – Arts & Activities Visita familiar – Artes y actividades Martes – Tuesdays 4:00-6:00pm   LEO’s Haven at Chanticleer Park   Free- Gratis

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