A welcoming space for caregivers caring for loved ones with dementia, Parkinson's and other chronic conditions. Learn and reinforce positive self-care, give and receive encouragement, and enjoy support and understanding from others in similar situations. With professional staff facilitation, the groups explore issues such as: • Balancing roles and responsibilities • Maintaining personal balance • Planning for legal needs • Understanding and dealing with the realities of chronic illnesses • Coping with depression • Developing support systems • Accessing community resources Facilitated by FamilyMeans. New participants are welcome. Pre-registration is required. Learn more & register with the FamilyMeans staff at 651-439-4840 or caregivingaging@familymeans.org and let them know you are interested in participating in the Cottage Grove, MN location. Adult 50+ membership not required for this group.

Have you recently found yourself in a new season of life but facing unexpected challenges? It might be a health issue, more time available due to retirement or loss of a spouse, a move to a new location, loss of a pet, financial hardship or just feeling lonely and desiring new friendships. If this sounds like you, please join us! This open-ended group will be facilitated by one of our senior volunteers who herself lost a spouse and has faced a variety of new challenges. Debara Warnsholz understands the value of supporting one another and is filled with energy to connect people, share resources and listen to people's stories.