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Caring for Caregivers Support Group

An informal group that addresses the stress of caretaking

Join us every other Tuesday whenever your schedule allows; no need to register in advance. This group is open to all who are navigating the challenges of caring for a loved one.

Are you stretching to add the care of a loved one to your existing responsibilities? You may be caring for a spouse, a child, parents, or friends along a spectrum of support: brief respite care, checking in on the phone, delivering groceries, handling finances, or providing physical help to get to appointments. No matter how you are delivering care or to whom, this support group can provide connection and comfort as you navigate the complexities and challenges of caregiving. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion |

TAGS: | support group | caregivers |

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

kpayne@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1705
Fax: 703.746.1785
Branch manager
Kayla Selsky

Hours
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We're closed Thursday January 01 due to New Year's Day
Mon, Dec 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 30 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 31 10:00AM to 5:00PM
(New Year's Eve Early Closure)
Thu, Jan 01 Closed
(New Year's Day)
Fri, Jan 02 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 03 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 04 1:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

Parking: There is a small lot with 9 spaces.  On street parking is available.

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: Yellow and Blue lines at Braddock Road (1.3 miles) and King Street Stations (1.5 miles)
  • Metrobus: A11, A12
  • DASH Bus: 33

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact jgregorio@alexlibraryva.org or call 703.746.1701 or TTY 703.746.1790.

Upcoming Events

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Fri, Jan 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Bring your best building brains!

Sat, Jan 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
All levels are welcome, to stretch, breathe and cultivate connections with body-heart-mind-spirit
This event is full

Sun, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 4:45pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Oddball Advetures series

Mon, Jan 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time!

Mon, Jan 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time!

Mon, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come join Ms. Naomi for an interactive story time that is full of adventure and fun! Ages 2-8 Venga y unirse con Ms. Naomi por un cuentacuentos interactivo lleno de aventura y diversión. Edades 2-8

Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Get cozy with fiber arts and friends, beginners welcome!

Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Get cozy with fiber arts and friends, beginners welcome!

Wed, Jan 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us the first Wednesday of the month for a relaxing session led by David Kosar with Yoga in Daily Life! We will learn methods, practices, and techniques to help guide you through yogic philosophy

Thu, Jan 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.

Thu, Jan 08, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.

Thu, Jan 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Do you have afternoons available? Join us at the library for some coffee, confections, and conversation about the titles chosen by fellow book club members! 📚 ☕

Sat, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
All levels are welcome, to stretch, breathe and cultivate connections with body-heart-mind-spirit
This event is full

Sun, Jan 11, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler to the Duncan Library on Sunday afternoons to explore STEAM activities (science, technology, engineering, art, and math)! This is a drop-in event. Recommended for ages 3-6

Mon, Jan 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time!

Mon, Jan 12, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time!

Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Get cozy with fiber arts and friends, beginners welcome!

Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Get cozy with fiber arts and friends, beginners welcome!

Thu, Jan 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.

Thu, Jan 15, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room,Children's Area
Come join us for engaging stories that are worth gathering for. Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5.

Sat, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Start the New Year off right with the Happiness Lab! Bi-weekly, 4 classes total, where attendees will discover the science of joy and how to naturally boost your body's happy hormones!
This event is full