This 6-week group workshop for caregivers is more than a support group. It will provide psycho-educational information on caregiving where participants can also share their experiences with other caregivers, in the comfort of a closed group. A closed group means that the same members will be in attendance for the duration of the workshop.
Every Thursday from 10:30am- 12:00pm, beginning 04.06.23 until 5.11.23.
This workshop is led by a mental health professional and is focused on fostering resilience through intentional self-care. Weekly sessions will provide not only a space to share, but also to learn stress-mitigating techniques while managing the many aspects of any caregiving role. Participants will learn evidence-based techniques to reduce stress that are based in mindfulness with a cognitive--behavioral approach.
Who cares for the caregiver?
Participants will be led to explore different answers to this question while learning active ways to more effectively care for themselves in the process. Take this brief survey to see if CPR is the right fit for you.
eligibility
Eligibility is open to individuals who are caring for a loved one with short or long-term limitations due to illness, injury or disability. Participants are expected to attend all 6 workshop sessions.
Take this short quiz to see if you're a caregiver!
enrollment
Enrollment is limited to 12 participants per semester. Participants are required to attend every workshop session; Potential participants should take this into consideration before enrolling.
If the current workshop is full, we will offer you a place on our waitlist for the next workshop.
Please review the CPR Enrollment & Supporting Documents packet for more details.
To enroll or inquire please email kinshipnolawellness@gmail.com or call 504.314.0300.
You may complete the CPR Enrollment & Supporting Documents packet and return via email or
in-person to Kinship Senior Center Mon - Fri 9:00am-12:00pm; Please call ahead if you plan to drop off at the center.
tuition
---- The cost is set at $100, which includes 5, 1.5-hour group sessions ($20 per session).
---- Refunds will not be granted unless there are extenuating circumstances.
location
The workshop will be held at Kinship Senior Center in the Mary Wilkinson Memorial Room, which has its own entrance located on Freret Street. Instructions will be given before the workshop begins.
What to expect
Objectives of CPR:
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Learn evidenced-based techniques that can help relieve daily stress
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Discuss emotional boundaries and how to set them to help against burn out
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Gain a deeper understanding of “self-care”
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Learn how to implement self-care as a sustainable practice
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Learn simple, attainable ways to strengthen your resilience
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Connect with other caregivers who share a unique understanding of what it’s like to be a caregiver
