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Grandparents & Relative Caregivers Support Group
Members of the Mt. Shasta Community Center grandparent and caregiver support group.
Facilitator, educator and consultant Giovanna Taormina
GRANDPARENTS GENERAL RESOURCES
SHASTA & SISIYOU COUNTIES
Dignity Health Connected Living AmeriCorps Seniors, Redding; Shasta and Siskiyou Counties. Be a Paid Volun- teer! Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) volunteers, age 55 and older, partner with public and private schools to serve as classroom grandparents to help, guide and assist children by developing skills
in literacy, language, math and cognitive development. FGP volunteers receive a tax exempt stipend, mileage reimbursement, earned paid time off, holiday pay, ongo- ing training, supplemental accident and liability insurance while volunteering and attend two annual recognition events. Call our Redding office at 530-226-3098 to find out more.Check out our Facebook page at AmeriCorps Seniors of Northern CA. Grandparent and Relative Support Group: Located in Mount Shasta, group support is available online to anyone throughout the North State who can join by Zoom. Also meets in-person weekly
as the Mt. Shasta Community Resource Center, 109 East Lake Street. Call (530)926- 1400 for Zoom and in-person meeting dates and times.
Increasing the quality of life for caregivers by helping families master the challenges of caregiving.
IIf you are struggling to care for a child who has experi- enced trauma, you are not alone. Raising relative children who have experienced trauma is hard. It helps to talk
about issues with other caregivers who are going through or who understand the same things.
The Mount Shasta Community Resource Center offers on- line and in-person support groups where grandparents and rela- tives who are caring for children can share their experiences in a non-judgmental group.
Facilitator, educator and consultant Giovanna Taormina helps group participants connect and find support for their chal-
lenges. “The support group for caregivers encourages transparent communication and offers a welcoming environment where each individual’s voice is valued,” Giovanna says. “It provides a chance to express and learn from challenges, celebrate victories and re- ceive unwavering support. When relatives step into the primary caregiving role, they bring a valuable combination of wisdom and experience to these children’s lives.”
Weekly, in-person and online (small group) ongoings support groups. Helpful, friendly, resources shared. Make new friends! Call (530)926-1400 for more information. Ó
WHO WE ARE
Passages Caregiver Resource Center is a non profit organization that provides support services at no cost to family caregivers.
WHO WE HELP
Informal (unpaid) family caregivers assisting/caring for an adult with a cognitive impairment that occurred after age 18, or someone age 60+ years in need of assistance with daily living activities (ADL's).
HOW WE HELP
By providing support services designed to empower the individual associated with their caregiving journey. Support Groups | Educational Classes | Resources
YOU ARE A CAREGIVER IF
You are a daughter, son, spouse, other relative or friend who assists a loved one with any of the following.... Personal Care | Finances | Driving | Meal Prep | Shopping
LEARN ABOUT
Reducing your stress
Where to go for help
Establishing an ongoing support network
The late Jack Wylie had a beautiful and loving relationship with all his great grandchildren, including August, Hazel and Iris pictured here. They called him “Grandpa Great.” Photo by Ashley Moore.
CONNECT WITH US
Chico 530-898-5925
Redding 530-221-1900 Email mcrc@csuchico.edu
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