For more information about any of these classes, email [email protected] or call 503-846-3090.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Registration is open for the spring 2024 session of Powerful Tools for Caregivers, a six-week series designed to help unpaid family and friend caregivers learn to care for themselves while caring for others. In this class you will learn to reduce stress, improve self-confidence, communicate more effectively and make tough decisions.
The class will take place on Tuesdays from April 16 through May 21, 1-2:30 p.m., at Legacy Medical Group-Cornell, 1960 NW 167th Place in Beaverton. The cost is $30 to cover the price of the handbook, but the fee will be waived if this is a hardship. Contact Susan Williams at 503-846-3089 or email [email protected] to sign up.
Alzheimer's and Dementia
Meet in the Moment Memory Café
A special gathering for people with memory loss and their family caregivers. Join us in this engaging and lighthearted activity designed for older adults and their family care partners! Together we will play with clay and create a fun piece of art. To register or learn more, contact the [email protected] or call 503-846-3090.
- Dates and locations
March 12, 10-11:30 a.m.
Hillsboro Senior Center
750 SE 8th Avenue, HillsboroApril 15, 1:30-3 p.m.
Forest Grove Library
2114 Pacific Avenue, Forest GroveMay 7, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Juanita Pohl Center
8513 SW Tualatin Road, TualatinPrintable flyer
SAVVY Caregiver
Are you in an unfamiliar role of caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia? This class helps you:
- Understand the impact of dementia on both you and the person you are caring for
- Learn the skills you need to manage daily life
- Strengthen family resources
- Take care you!
The class meets once a week for six weeks for two hours each session. To be notified when the class is offered again, email [email protected] or call 503-846-3090.
Star-Caregiver
Are you caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia who is experiencing difficult behaviors? Our staff works one on one with you over six weeks to assist in problem solving and learning new strategies. Contact [email protected] at 503-846-3092 to learn more.
Family Caregiver Conference
The annual Family Caregiver Conference in November honors and supports unpaid family and friends caring for older adults in our community. Hear from inspiring presenters, learn about local resources and connect with others!
Another great resource
Oregon Care Partners offers free classes and resources for everyone living in Oregon that is involved in the care or support of an older adult.
Visit our events calendar or call us at 503-846-3090 for more information about upcoming classes.