Caring for our Aging Parents
Join us on the issues related to caring for an aging parent or spouse with speaker, Pam Brandon, from the Texas Area Agency on Aging.
September 13 ~ Sandwich Generation: The Working Caregivers
For the fast-growing population of caregivers who work, either part-time or full-time, this class will give you strategies to better balance your work and life challenges without compromising the care of your loved one. Learn how and where to seek help, prioritize time, and make your health and well-being a top priority.
October 11 ~ Behaviors and Emotions of Aging
Caregiving for an older adult is challenging, but if we understand the basic behavioral and emotional changes of those we love, our role as a caregiver will be less stressful and more fulfilling. We'll discuss the role of grief and loss in their lives, how to respond to difficult behavior, the need for independence, and more.
November 8 ~ Holidays and Eldercare
Caregiver stress takes on a whole new meaning when the holiday season approaches. Redefining traditions, balancing priorities, communicating with family members, and planning for our loved one's health and well-being are just a few of the challenges that the holidays bring. Don't miss this special session and the gift you will give yourself!
December 13 ~ Sharing and Caring
Bring your unique concerns, challenges and stories. As an extension of November's meeting, this will be a special opportunity to learn and support each other. Pam will have a Christmas surprise in store that will touch your hearts as the Christmas season approaches.
We meet the second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in Room 131. For more information, contact Donna Fenwick, dfenwick(at)standrewumc.org.
ChronicHope ~ Cancer Support Ministry
For anyone who has been touched by cancer as a patient, survivor, caregiver, loved one or friend, we are here to help. Each volunteer in our ministry has experience with the cancer battle. We offer prayer, hospital or chemotherapy visits, cards, meals or simply an ear to listen.
Please call us at 469-385-1823, and a volunteer will contact you.
Note: there will be no meeting in September.
Grief Journey Workshop
Dealing with the overwhelming emotions that accompany the death of a loved one can be extremely difficult and painful. The workshop is intended for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one and addresses a range of issues including:
- What to expect in the grief process
- How to attend to your needs while grieving
- What is necessary to resolve your grief
- Adjusting to life without your loved one
- Honoring the life of your deceased loved one
This workshop is led by Laura Atterstrom, a Licensed Professional counselor with 18 years of experience, and is open to church members and non-church members alike.
- Registration is required online.
- Attendance on the first night is necessary.
- Workshop is limited to 12 participants who have experienced a loss in the last 2 years.
- There is no charge for the workshop.
- Contact Donna Fenwick at 214-291-8011 if you have questions.
Our next workshop will be offered in the Fall.
Families Anonymous
Wednesdays at 7:30 pm - Room 131
Families Anonymous is a fellowship of parents, relatives and friends who have faced up to the reality that a loved one's addiction to alcohol, drugs, or harmful behaviors is seriously affecting our lives and ability to function. Just about every one of us has made the same statement at one time or another: "But I'm not the one who needs help!" It seems obvious when someone else has a problem. On reflection, we might ask ourselves: If the other person has the problem, how come my life seems unmanageable, and I feel like I am going insane?
Participants of Families Anonymous are dedicated to doing something constructive about our approach to someone else's problem. We begin to learn from our own experience and benefit from the shared experiences of others in the fellowship. We realize that we are not alone, and that we can know a new freedom from worry and despair. We can know peace. Join us.
Contact David Ashburner at David.Ashburner(at)gmail.com for more information.
Divorce Recovery Groups
St. Andrew Counseling Center will offer two new support groups for individuals recovering from divorce. The goals of the groups are to:
- Provide encouragement to all members
- Outline a path for spiritual and emotional personal growth
- Discuss ways to deal with loneliness, anger and depression
- Encourage members to move on and consider new relationships.
The Women's Group will meet during the lunch hour, noon to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesdays beginning October 12 through December 14. Contact Holly Scott at holly(at)therapybyholly.com or 469-385-1823 for more information.
Our Men's Group will meet on Saturday mornings at 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. beginning November 6 through December 18. Contact Davd Ashburner at david.ashburner(at)gmail.com or 214-773-6201 for more information.
The registration fee for both groups is $50 per person.
Other Support Groups
These support groups also meet at St. Andrew.
ABA Anorexics and Bulimics Anonymous
Weekly on Sunday at 2:30-4:00 p.m.
Weekly on Wednesday at Noon-1:30 p.m.
Autism Society of Collin County (ASCC)
Monthly on First Tuesday at 7:00 p.m.
Contact: www.autism-ascc.org
