Caregiving Heroes Newsletter

Saturday's meeting will feature an interactive workshop on self care, and will also include tips on the many aspects of planning for home care. Read the section below to learn more from our presenters, Shweta Gupta and Bidisha Rudra from Senior Helpers of Frisco.

Looking forward to seeing you at this informative and caregiver-oriented meeting.

And don't forget about Happy Hour on March 18. Info below

DATE: Saturday, March 1

TIME: 10:00AM

PLACE: Library of First United Methodist Church Coppell, 420 S. Heartz Road, Coppell, TX

******BREEZEWAY ENTRANCE ONLY: Use the parking lot on the EAST side of the main building and enter at the Breezeway (Stringfellow School entrance) which is between the playground and the Chapel entrance. (All other doors will be locked.)******

Upcoming meetings on first Saturday of every month, 10:00am:

Saturday, April 5 - TBD

Saturday, May 3 - TBD

Caregiving is a deeply fulfilling yet demanding responsibility, often requiring long hours of physical and emotional commitment. While caregivers devote themselves to the well-being of their loved ones, it is equally important to prioritize their own health and mental well-being. Without proper self-care, stress can accumulate, leading to burnout, fatigue, and emotional exhaustion.

The interactive workshop, hosted by Shweta Gupta and Bidisha Rudra from Senior Helpers of Frisco, is designed to equip caregivers with practical tools to manage stress, set healthy boundaries, and incorporate self-care into their daily routines. Additionally, they will share essential tips and advice on home care to help you provide the best possible support for your loved ones.

Join us for this engaging and empowering session to learn how small but meaningful changes can enhance both your caregiving journey and personal resilience. Because taking care of yourself is just as important as taking care of others!

Click here to read some guidelines to planning home care for your loved ones on the Senior Helpers website.

Tuesday, March 18 @ 5:00pm

Ole's Tex Mex, 600 E. Sandy Lake Road, Suite 106, Coppell

Caregiver Happy Hour welcomes all those caring for loved ones to connect over happy hour on the third Tuesday of each month!

Come visit with others who wrestle with many of the same emotions and situations. Connect in this informal setting, no matter who you are caring for!

The Texas A&M Health Science Center is conducting two related research studies to better understand the experiences and service needs of unpaid caregivers of people living with Alzheimer’s Disease and delated dementias (ADRD) in Texas.

Hummm, seems tailor-made for Heroes 🙂

Click here to learn more and to participate.

Our loved ones might be vulnerable to scams and we, as caregivers, have to both be vigilant and mitigate the loss if something happens. The Federal Trade Commission's web page devoted to scams informs consumers about 1) how to avoid scams, 2) steps to take if you are scammed, and 3) how/where to report the scam. It also illustrates some of the newest scams to be aware of.

Click here for the FTC web page.

The mission of Caregiving Heroes of First United Methodist Church Coppell is to provide support and education to family and friends in our community who are assisting loved ones with aging or other concerns. We do this by providing valuable local resources, understanding and compassionate support.

Email: caregivingheroesgroup@gmail.com
Website: https://fumccoppell.org/connect/care-support/
Location: 420 South Heartz Road, Coppell, TX, USA
Phone: 214-728-5934
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/caregivingheroescoppell/