Programs
Coping With Stress As a Caregiver, Wednesday 10:30 A.M, May 3, 2017
The Volunteer Exchange Program will meet on Wednesday, May 3, at 10:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway. The program will feature Penny Reed, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, from the Counseling Services in Rossmoor. Special attention will be dedicated to coping with stress as a caregiver. Refreshments will be served.
Reed, a California native, received her undergraduate degree in social work from San Diego State University and later received her Masters of Social Work from San Francisco State. She joined the staff in Rossmoor as a counselor in 2013 with a history in geriatrics social work. In addition to meeting with individuals and couples, she has facilitated the Autobiography group, the Transition group, and Caregivers Support group.
Refreshments will be served.
The VEP will have a display at the upcoming April 19 Care Fair sponsored by Counseling Services.
The VEP recruits residents who can assist other members with services such as transportation and personal care needs. Volunteering allows members to log volunteer hours that can then be exchanged for services when needed in the future. It is not an emergency service and is available to members only. Men and women may apply for membership by calling (925)906-9882. There are currently 118 members.
A program chairman is needed to arrange interesting programs for monthly meetings. Credits can be earned by accepting this task. Call Antje Ahlemeyer at (925)906-9882 if interested in this challenge.
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All residents may apply for membership by calling (925) 906-9882. Brochures will be available offering information about the VEP. For more details go to the website: http://rossmoorvep.weebly.com/
For more information, go to the website: www.rossmoorvep.weebly.com
Last updated: 4/9/2017