💛 FREE AARP "online" Caregiving Events (members,non members)

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These Caregiving AARP events are FREE for members and non members.

Each MONTHLY event is listed BELOW for your convenience.  ‌⬇️‌

AARP Virtual Community Center!!!

FREE interactive online events and classes designed for learning, self improvement, and fun.

USE LINK BELOW TO REGISTER FOR THESE EVENTS AND CLASSES. Search by "category" or "date".

https://local.aarp.org/virtual-community-center/

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Learn About Care Options, Transitions and Support Services!

Monday, Dec 8, 2025.

12:00 p.m. ET • 11:00 a.m. CT • 10:00 a.m. MT • 9:00 a.m. PT.

Duration: 60 Minutes.

Zoom - Free Online Event.

‌‌➡️‌‌[*** About the Event!

Choosing the right care for a loved one can be overwhelming. 

Join us for Exploring Care and Support Services, an education program by the Alzheimer’s Association® covering topics such as planning for care changes, types of care and moving care settings. 

Gain the knowledge and confidence to plan for future care needs.

USE LINK IN 1ST POST AT TOP OF THIS AREA FOR MORE INFORMATION & TO REGISTER.

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UPCOMING EVENTS!!!

Registration Required. Use link in 1st post at top of this area for more information & to register.

‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌➡️‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌[*** DECEMBER 2025.

6 ‌‌‌📌‌‌‌, 8 ‌‌📌‌‌, 9, 10 (3 events) ‌‌📌‌‌, 13 ‌📌‌, 17 ‌📌‌.

‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌➡️‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌[*** JANUARY 2026.‌‌‌‌‌‌

‌➡️‌[*** FEBRUARY 2026.

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Caring for a Loved One? Get Tips, Tools & Resources to Help You Plan!

Wednesday, Dec 17, 2025.

12:00 p.m. ET • 11:00 a.m. CT • 10:00 a.m. MT • 9:00 a.m. PT.

Duration: 60 Minutes.

Zoom - Free Online Event.

➡️[*** About the Event!

Caring for a family member or close friend is one of the most important roles you’ll ever play. Everyone’s caregiving journey is unique, and regardless of where yours falls on the wide spectrum of caregiving tasks and responsibilities, we want to make it easier. 

Whether you anticipate future family caregiving or are currently taking care of a loved one, this session can help you get organized, determine your loved one’s needs, identify resources, create your caregiving plan — including how to care for yourself — and find help. You will also have the opportunity to connect with other family caregivers to share support, tips and advice.

USE LINK IN 1ST POST AT TOP OF THIS AREA FOR MORE INFORMATION & TO REGISTER.

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Saturday, Dec 13.

Session 5: Stress Relief with Laughter!

12:00 p.m. ET • 11:00 a.m. CT • 10:00 a.m. MT • 9:00 a.m. PT.

➡️[*** About the Event!

Join AARP Wyoming for this virtual, five-week “Care for Caregivers” series designed to give people caring for loved ones the resources, knowledge and community support they need to navigate the caregiving journey with confidence. 

Each session will cover a different topic and feature speakers specializing in the caregiving field.

USE LINK IN 1ST POST AT TOP OF THIS AREA FOR MORE INFORMATION & TO REGISTER.

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Saturday, Dec 6.

Session 4: Caregiver Brain and Physical Health!

12:00 p.m. ET • 11:00 a.m. CT • 10:00 a.m. MT • 9:00 a.m. PT.

‌‌➡️‌‌[*** About the Event!

Join AARP Wyoming for this virtual, five-week “Care for Caregivers” series designed to give people caring for loved ones the resources, knowledge and community support they need to navigate the caregiving journey with confidence. 

Each session will cover a different topic and feature speakers specializing in the caregiving field.

USE LINK IN 1ST POST AT TOP OF THIS AREA FOR MORE INFORMATION & TO REGISTER.

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Recharge and Unleash Your Creativity at Our Virtual Paint Party for Caregivers!

Wednesday, Dec 10, 2025.

6:00 p.m. ET • 5:00 p.m. CT • 4:00 p.m. MT • 3:00 p.m. PT.

Zoom - Free Online Event.

‌➡️‌[*** About the Event!

In acknowledgment of family caregivers, an important resource when it comes to helping loved ones age in place, AARP New Hampshire is sponsoring a virtual Paint and Sip class hosted by Paint and Sip VT. Anyone else in need of a break is welcome to join too!

Grab your favorite beverage and follow step-by-step guidance as you try your hand at painting "Snowy Owl." We'll give a brief presentation about available caregiving resources.

Supplies needed:

[1] A canvas, canvas board or acrylic paper (9"x 12" or 11" x 14" recommended but any size works)

Easel (optional).

[2] Acrylic paints: red, blue, yellow, white and black; green is optional (we will also blend it in class)

3-5 brushes, from large to fine-detail sizes.

[3] Pencil for composition sketching.

[4] A cup of water to rinse brushes.

[5] Small plate to mix colors.

[6] Paper towels.

USE LINK IN 1ST POST AT TOP OF THIS AREA FOR MORE INFORMATION & TO REGISTER.