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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
Mon, Jul 14 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 18 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 19 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 20 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: 10A, 10B
  • DASH Bus: 33

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

Upcoming Events

Tue, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:45am
Uh oh – a color has disappeared! Join Science Heroes in using scientific principles and hands-on experiments to find it, and celebrate the scientists who color our world with art! (Ages 6-12)

Tue, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Ongoing campaign. For inquiries about Dungeon and Dragons please contact Josstin Gogue at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org. (Ages 13-19)

Wed, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come join Ms. Naomi for an interactive story time that is full of adventure and fun!
This event is full

Wed, Jul 16, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Drop in Conversational English language learning!

Thu, Jul 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were there, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Jul 17, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were there, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Area
All crafters are welcome! Ages 13+

Sat, Jul 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Stretch, breathe and cultivate your connections with body-heart-mind-spirit
This event is full

Sun, Jul 20, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Jul 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Jul 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Jul 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
We roll at dusk!

Mon, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment where people can explore, learn, play, and evolve together - one breath at a time
This event is full

Tue, Jul 22, 10:15am - 11:00am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
You’ll be laughing out loud as nationally-known family entertainer Chris Fascione brings children’s stories to life with his high-spirited and innovative performances. (Ages 6-12)

Tue, Jul 22, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
You’ll be laughing out loud as nationally-known family entertainer Chris Fascione brings children’s stories to life with his high-spirited and innovative performances. (Ages 6-12)

Tue, Jul 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Ongoing campaign. For inquiries about Dungeon and Dragons please contact Josstin Gogue at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org. (Ages 13-19)

Wed, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Draw, write, paint and create! Ages 6-12.

Wed, Jul 23, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Drop in Conversational English language learning!

Thu, Jul 24, 10:15am - 10:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were there, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Jul 24, 11:15am - 11:45am
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were there, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Come make some crafts in the Duncan teen area!

Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
All crafters are welcome! Ages 13+