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FOR SUPPORT
CARE PARTNER EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP
Build your knowledge base to be the most equipped care partner. This professionally facilitated virtual seminar designed for spouses and adult children provides information about understanding Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, communication strategies, behavior management, coping techniques, and guest presentations from numerous professionals in the field of aging.
10 sessions
Begins Tuesday, July 26
5:30-6:30pm
$100 members / $150 nonmembers
Limited space available and advance registration required. To register, contact Lonnie Fox, LMSW, 516.484.1545 ext. 112, lfox@sjjcc.org.
YOUNG ADULT SUPPORT GROUP
Do you have a parent diagnosed with dementia or another neurodegenerative
disorder? Join us virtually twice a month for a professionally facilitated group for those
in their 20s and 30s looking to gain support and develop coping strategies.
10 sessions
Begins Thursday, July 7
7-8pm
$100 members / $150 nonmembers
Limited space available and advance registration required. To register, contact Lonnie Fox, LMSW, 516.484.1545 ext. 112, lfox@sjjcc.org.
EARLY STAGES MEMORY LOSS SUPPORT GROUP
This professionally facilitated support group will give individuals aware of their diagnosis an opportunity to connect with others in similar situations while gaining and giving support and learning community resources. The group will culminate with a trip to the Nassau County Museum of Art to view their beautiful gardens and sculptures. We thank the Alzheimer’s Association LI Chapter for their partnership and the opportunity for us to offer this program free of charge.
10 sessions
Begins Friday, May 6
11am-12pm
All Specialized Adult programs require an assessment to ensure proper placement. For more information, contact Lindsay Ingenito, Adult Day Program Site Supervisor, 516.484.1545 ext. 131, lingenito@sjjcc.org
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS
Professionally facilitated support groups facilitated by licensed social workers are being offered both in-person and virtually via Zoom. The group provides emotional support and caregiver strategies over the course of the 10-week semester, $150 nonmembers / $100 members for the semester.
- Spouse Caregiver Support Group: Tuesdays (virtually) and Wednesdays (virtually)
- Young Onset Spouse Caregiver Support Group: Tuesdays (hybrid)
MNEME THERAPY
A one-hour individual art session that provides a rewarding experience by combining painting, singing, movement, and storytelling in a supportive environment.
MEMORY CAFÉ
For individuals living with memory loss, their caregivers and family members to connect and socialize in a welcoming environment. SJJCC has partnered with The Bristal Assisted Living and Sands Point Center for Health and Rehabilitation to offer Memory Cafés to the community. Each Memory Café features food, music, and laughter.
