Caregiver Support Group

Group Type: Support Group

Goals of the Group:

1. To provide a safe space for caregivers of different kinds.
2. To offer an opportunity for sharing personal stories and finding a community of people with similar experiences.
3. To welcome all parts of the participants, including those that feel difficult emotions while or toward caregiving.

Who Is The Group For?

The group is for individuals who are caring for a loved one and may be experiencing feelings of isolation, guilt, pain, and fear.

Discussion Topics:

1. The Challenges of Caregiving
2. Self-Care
3. Managing Health & Financial Issues
4. Stressful Experiences and Emotions
5. Changing Roles and Finding Joy
6. Silver Linings and Building Support

What Will We Talk About?

We will discuss common caregiving challenges, the importance of self-care, strategies for managing health and financial responsibilities, techniques for handling stress and emotions, and the impact of shifting family dynamics. We will also explore finding joy in caregiving and building a support network.

Glimpse of the Session:

• Session 1: Introduction & The Challenges of Caregiving
• Session 2: Self-Care is Not Selfish
• Session 3: Managing Health & Financial Issues
• Session 4: Stressful Experiences, Strong Feelings, and Frustrations
• Session 5: Changing Roles, Longing, and Finding Joy
• Session 6: Silver Linings, Asking for Help, and Finding Connection

Please note that the session topics, order and other details may be subject to change based on the needs and preferences of the group members and facilitators.