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Caring Together Santa Barbara County, in collaboration with the Friendship Center and other esteemed community partners, invites caregivers supporting older adults to a free resource event designed to offer support, information, and community connections.
Event: Free Caregiver South County Resource Event
Date: Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Friendship Center Montecito, 89 Eucalyptus Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
For more information, please contact the Friendship Center at (805) 969-0859 or email events@friendshipcentersb.org.
You can RSVP for the event here.
This event is a unique opportunity for caregivers to enjoy complimentary food, engage in meaningful conversations with fellow caregivers, and explore a variety of resources available to them. The evening aims to provide valuable information and support to those dedicated to the care of older adults.
Sponsors and Community Partners:
- Alzheimer’s Association
- Friendship Center
- Coast Caregiver Resource Center
- Community Partners in Caring
- NurseCore
- Family Service Agency
- Senior Helpers
These organizations have come together to create a supportive environment where caregivers can learn about services, resources, and strategies to enhance their caregiving experience. Kathryn Westland, Executive Director of Friendship Center, has led the planning efforts and shared her vision for the event, “Friendship Center is thrilled to host Caring Together Santa Barbara County’s first South Santa Barbara County caregiver resource event. This free event is a wonderful opportunity for family caregivers of older or dependent adults to connect with the many organizations & individuals offering support in our area. It’s also a chance to meet and share experiences with other caregivers – a powerful form of support that can be hard to find on your own. We hope caregivers leave feeling empowered with resources and a renewed sense of connection, knowing they are not alone on this journey.”
Representatives from each sponsor will be available to answer questions and provide insights into the specific support they offer.
Highlights of the Event:
- Free food and refreshments
- Networking opportunities with other caregivers
- Informational booths and resources from various community organizations
- Expert advice and support from sponsoring organizations
About Senior Helpers®
Senior Helpers® is the nation’s premier provider of in-home senior services ranging from specialized care for those with diseases, such as dementia, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, to personal and companion care to help individuals looking for a little assistance with daily activities. Founded in 2002 with a vision to help seniors age with dignity despite age-related illnesses and mobility challenges, Senior Helpers has hundreds of franchised and owned businesses that have cared for tens of thousands of seniors.
Senior Helpers was the first and remains the only national in-home care provider to be certified as a Great Place to Work. The company has been named by Fortune Magazine as one of the best places to work in the aging services category and one of the best places to work in the state of New York. Senior Helpers is named to the Entrepreneur 2020 Top Low-Cost Franchises list as well as one of Entrepreneur’s Top 500 Franchise Companies. Moreover, the company is an approved partner in the Military Spouse Employment Partnership. Senior Helpers is also an active member of the Healthcare Leadership Council — an exclusive alliance of leading healthcare companies from all health sectors committed to advancing the American healthcare system. Learn more by visiting http://www.seniorhelpers.com.