Support Groups & Connection Cafe
Support groups bring together people who are going through or have gone through similar experiences.
Hosted by Island Senior Resources
Contact Island Senior Resource’s Mel Watson at mel@islandseniorservices.org to receive information about joining any of the current Support Group meeting and how to attend them from your home using the Zoom online meeting solution.
These meetings and activities do not occur on public holidays.
Time Together @ Home Zoom Support Group
Mondays 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Facilitated by Time Together director Mel Watson. The program is designed to engage participants with discussions, group puzzles, and games in a friendly and supportive environment. This program is great for those who are isolated and have developmental disabilities or those with cognitive challenges who enjoy being with people and making friends.
Time Together@ Home is an online Zoom event. To register for Time Together @ Home click here to fill out the participation form or email mel@islandseniorservices.org for further information. Once we receive your completed registration information, we will send you instructions for joining the weekly online events.
Parkinson’s Support Group
Tuesdays 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Facilitated by Mel Watson. This online Zoom group is for people living with Parkinson’s and their family caregivers to share experiences, knowledge, and support. Friendships are formed and connections are made to help those who are living with this challenging condition.
Contact mel@islandseniorservices.org to receive Zoom information to join the group.
Alzheimer’s @ Dementia Caregivers Support Group
Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Facilitated by Mel Watson. This online Zoom group is for people who are caring for someone who has a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, other dementias, or related conditions, to share experiences, knowledge, and support. Friendships are formed and connections are made to help those who are caring for someone diagnosed with this challenging condition.
Contact mel@islandseniorservices.org to receive Zoom information to join the group
Yoga for those living with Parkinson’s, their caregivers, and others with cognitive or movement challenges
Thursdays 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Facilitated by Renee Levier https://leverrier.com/ “Living well with Parkinson’s” is hosted by Mel Watson. This group is for people who want to improve their physical and mental well–being through the practice of yoga. Renee says, “If you can breathe you can do yoga.” This is a place to come together and practice techniques to improve movement and balance. Everyone welcome!
To join the Zoom Meeting go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/393691440
Care Receiver Support Group
Alternating Thursdays 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Facilitated by Mel Watson. This online Zoom group is for people living with Parkinson’s Disease, or any other challenging condition, and who receive support and care from a family caregiver. This is a safe place to discuss challenges and share experiences.
Contact mel@islandseniorservices.org to receive Zoom information to join the group.
Connection Cafe
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
View the Connection Cafe on our calendar to get the Zoom link and instructions on how to join.
Hosted by Island County Human Services
Connecting in Difficult Times
Thursdays 11 a.m. – noon
A place where individuals can feel comfortable about sharing any struggles they are experiencing in response to the COVID-19 safety recommendations. If you are interested please call 360-678-8293.