Livestream Series

Have you heard about our new livestream series Caring for the Caregiver: Self-Care Activities for Dementia Caregivers? This month, we're covering Stress in the Mind and Body.


Join us on Wednesday, March 22nd at 1pm for the presentation in English.


Did you know that stress can affect your body physically and psychologically? Join us virtually and learn how stress and tension affect our daily lives and how to manage the long-lasting effects of chronic stress.

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Want to see the presentation in Spanish? Join us on March 22nd at 2pm. Register here!

 
New Caregiver Content & Education
 

"Let's Talk Caregiving"

Episode 48: Transitioning to End of Life


In this month's episode, Roberto and Martha chat with Elizabeth Saunders, a senior actor & performer who was also a long distance caregiver, traveling from San Diego to New York to provide care for her mother. Hear about her experience managing end of life care from a distance.


All episodes of SCRC's "Let's Talk Caregiving" podcast are available on Spotify, Amazon Music, Audible, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts!


Explore all our past episodes on our website!

March is Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month!

This month, we are revisiting our Caring for the Caregiver livestream, "Navigating Care: Traumatic Brain Injury". Learn more by exploring the video below!

Explore all of our past caregiver classes, workshops, and more in English and Spanish on SCRC's YouTube and Facebook.

SCRC'S Caregiver of the Month Spotlight: Leonor


Leonor is a long-distance caregiver for her mother with dementia and an in-person caregiver for her husband who, in addition to physical ailments, has begun to show signs of memory loss. Caring for her loved ones through such significant change has been difficult at times, and Leonor often finds herself overwhelmed.


Above all else, Leonor emphasizes the importance of monitoring her level of stress and becoming familiar with her own “warning signs”: the ways her body and mind tell her that it’s time for a break. Leonor’s advice to fellow family caregivers is to practice mindfulness and self-awareness in order to maintain positive control over their wellbeing. She also encourages caregivers not only to take breaks when necessary, but to use this break time in a way that strengthens their sense of individuality. Leonor suggests setting aside 10-15 minutes per break to meditate, listen to music, take a walk, or write in a journal before returning to caregiving responsibilities.


Leonor credits SCRC with helping her come to the realization that, in order to provide the best possible care for her loved ones, she has to take care of herself. She is grateful for SCRC’s virtual, easily accessible self-care classes designed for family caregivers.

Are you a family caregiver? Share your story! We want to recognize your dedication and love by nominating you as our caregiver of the month
For more information, please email scrcdigital@caregivercenter.org.
 

Upcoming Event: Tiles & Tea

Join SCRC for our first Tiles & Tea fundraiser. At this in-person event, you will learn how to decorate ceramic tiles and create your own handmade souvenir while gaining knowledge of art therapy techniques. Each ticket includes an art therapy lesson, a 4x6 tile to be painted by YOU, supplies to decorate, and complimentary tea! Beginners and experienced artists alike are welcome.


Space is limited; to purchase tickets, visit https://bit.ly/3XGYjse or click the button below!

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Career Opportunities at SCRC
 
 

We are hiring! SCRC is the leading provider of caregiver support services in San Diego County. We encourage qualified applicants to apply for the positions listed. Visit www.caregivercenter.org/careers for more information.

 
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