2245 S. State St.,
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Phone: (734)769-0209
Fax: (734)769-0224
Email: info@jfsannarbor.org

Caregiver Conversations: 
A Support Group for Adult Children Caring for Aging Parents

Jewish Family Services convenes “Caregiver Conversations,” a monthly drop-in educational and support group for adult children in a variety of caregiving roles for their aging parents.  Whether your aging parents live independently or need full-time care either in-home or in a residential facility, come find solace and support among peers who are facing similar caregiving issues.  

Each session will feature a brief educational presentation followed by open discussion.

 “Caregiver Conversations” is part of the new JFS Caregiver Concierge program funded by the Jewish Federation.  Co-sponsored by the JCC, Reconstructionist Havurah, Temple Beth Emeth, Beth Israel Congregation, and the Jewish Cultural Society.

Thursday, April 17th

6:30 – 8:00 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center (2935 Birch Hollow Drive)

Topic:   Dealing with Depression in Your Aging Parent

Description:  Depression is one of the most common issues facing older adults and can impact your relationship with your aging parent in multiple ways.  What can you do when a parent is depressed?  Hear from Diane Griffith, LMSW, ACSW, Clinical Social Worker at the U of M Health System, about depression in older adults and share concerns and coping mechanisms with others. 

Free.  Please RSVP to Abbie at 769-0209 by April 10th

Thursday, May 22^nd

6:30 – 8:00 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center (2935 Birch Hollow Drive)

Topic:   Residential Options for Your Aging Parents

Description:  When is the right time to consider alternative housing arrangements for aging loved ones who live independently?  How do you broach that subject, and what are the options?  Guest speaker Justine Bykowski, Housing Counseling Coordinator at the Housing Bureau for Seniors, will discuss choices for residential care ranging from continuing care retirement communities, independent living facilities, assisted living, nursing homes, small group homes, and more, after which we will share in open discussion.

Free.  Please RSVP to Abbie at 769-0209 or abbie@jfsannarbor.org

Thursday, June 19^th

6:30 – 8:00 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center (2935 Birch Hollow Drive)

Topic:    Caregiving in an Imperfect Family

Description:   Let’s face it…we all carry emotional baggage as we journey through the rough terrain of caring for an aging parent.  Strained relationships and ineffectual family dynamics can make caregiving all the more difficult.  Hear from a guest expert on strategies for successful caregiving in less-than-functional families, and share in discussion.

Free.  Please RSVP to Abbie at 769-0209 or abbie@jfsannarbor.org.

Thursday, July 17^th

6:30 – 8:00 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center (2935 Birch Hollow Drive)

Topic:    Dementia vs. Normal Memory Loss in Your Aging Parent

Description:   Is your parent is experiencing normal memory loss or is it dementia?  What are the signs to be on the lookout for, and what steps can you take to help your parent deal with memory loss?  Hear from a guest expert and share in discussion.

Free.  Please RSVP to Abbie at 769-0209 or abbie@jfsannarbor.org.

“Caregiver Conversations” is part of the new JFS Caregiver Concierge program funded by the Jewish Federation.  Co-sponsored by the JCC, Reconstructionist Havurah, Temple Beth Emeth, Beth Israel Congregation, and the Jewish Cultural Society.