Event Calendar

Do you know someone who: Drives people to the doctor or gets their groceries? Visits or cooks and cleans for others?
Shovels or mows grass for the neighbor? You know a caregiver! Honor them with an invitation to the free
Great Speakers!
• “Can you hear me now?” Dealing with effective communication techniques. – Janis Robertson, Back by popular request, the “laughter lady” from last year has another topic for us to smile about that will enrich our lives.
• How to Stay Positive as a Caregiver – Jen Thompson, MHA, CDP. Jen is from Oshkosh and brings a fresh look at what it means to be a caregiver and the difference it can make in the life of others. Come experience hope and joy as a caregiver.
Come, Relax and Pamper Yourself with: – a Chair or Hand Massage – an afternoon Snack Buffet and Chocolate Table – the Caregiver Café where you can talk about your caregiving and find help from friends like you – Music to celebrate and relax – and helpful resources available through Lutheran Social Services, the Outagamie Caregiver Coalition and Outagamie Aging and Disability Resource Center.
To get your “Golden Ticket”, Call or stop at the Thompson Center, 820 W College Ave. in Appleton 920-225-1700
You can now go online at www.eventbrite.com , search for Celebrating Caregivers, and register there. When registering, inquire about Club Mindworks or Home Respite Care if you will need care for your loved one in order for you to attend.
(Club Mindworks will be on site and is expected to fill up fast.)