Community Notes
NOW
The Shepherd’s Center needs volunteers
The Shepherd’s Center needs drivers to help older adults get to and from doctor appointments or grocery trips. To explore this volunteer opportunity, email volunteer@shepherdscenter.org or call 336-748-0217.
There are also volunteer opportunities for visitation and respite care with The Shepherd’s Center that offer both flexibility and the chance to give a caregiver a much-needed break. To learn more about ways you can help, email volunteer@shepherdscenter.org or call 336-748-0217.
2nd & 4th Thursdays
Caregiver support
The Shepherd’s Center of Greater Winston-Salem in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association is pleased to offer a Caregiver Support Group, conducted by a trained facilitator and providing a safe place for caregivers of people living with dementia to develop a support system, explore ways of coping, and learn about resources. The group meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, 10-11:30 a.m., at The Shepherd’s Center (upper level), 1700 Ebert Street. For more information and to register, act.alz.org/NCmonthlyprograms or 800-272-3900.
2nd & 3rd Saturdays
Cemetery Cleanup
Volunteers are needed at the Happy Hill Cemetery on the 2nd and 3rd Saturday mornings from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Wear sturdy shoes, bring gloves and any yard equipment you have. Ninth to 12th grade students are encouraged especially if you need service hours. LOCATION: 888 Willow Street at the intersection of Pitts and Willow Street off Free Street. Contact Ms. Alice Bitting at 336-671-1529 for more information.
May 13, 20, & 27
Retirement Reimagined
The Shepherd Center, 1700 Ebert St., will host a three-session workshop designed for those contemplating retirement or newly retired. Attending this workshop will help individuals and couples transition more smoothly into this very exciting next chapter of life. It will be held on Tuesday, May 13, 20 & 17, from 4-6 p.m. The $40 cost covers workshop resource materials and refreshments. Participants should plan to attend all three sessions. Workshop is limited to 16 individuals. If you have questions or would like to reserve a seat, call 336-748-0217 or email info@ShepherdsCenter.org.
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