Men Who Care: Breaking Barriers and Building Bonds in Caregiving (Zoom)
Thursday, May 29th from 3 - 4:30 p.m.
Join the South Bay Dementia Education Consortium for a 1.5-hour workshop crafted for male caregivers—spouses, sons, brothers, and friends—caring for individuals with dementia or aging loved ones. This session features Dr. David Hart, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California, Dr. Matt Englar-Carlson, a mental health researcher and expert on men and masculinity, and a panel of male caregivers discussing topics such as managing role reversal, navigating gender expectations, leveraging masculinity as a caregiving resource, and building community and connection among men. Gain practical strategies, emotional insights, and support to enhance your caregiving journey and strengthen bonds with others in similar roles.
Dr. David Hart is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with over 20 years of experience working with people living with dementia and their care partners. Much of Dr. Hart’s clinical practice is working with male spouses and sons caring for their loved ones, giving him a unique perspective on the male caregiving experience.
Dr. Matt Englar-Carlson is one of the most prolific researchers in the field of counseling and the psychology of men and masculinity. Dr. Englar-Carlson has authored or coauthored three books on the psychology of boys, men and masculinities and has written more than 60 other scholarly articles and given 80 conference presentations not only in his primary research area but also focusing on multicultural, group and health counseling.
Dementia Caregiver Support Groups
Caring for a loved one with a dementia diagnosis can be overwhelming and stressful. Our support groups offer a safe space to address the challenges that come with caring for someone, find support amongst peers who share similar experiences and openly express your feelings around being a caregiver.
MANHATTAN BEACH - please join us on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the Joslyn Community Center, 1601 N. Valley Dr., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266. Facilitated by Beach Cities Health District social workers. In partnership with the Alzheimer's Association and Manhattan Beach Older Adults Program.
REDONDO BEACH - please join us on the third Monday of the month at 2 p.m. in the cafe at 514 N. Prospect Ave, Redondo Beach, 90277. Facilitated by Beach Cities Health District’s Care Managers Joy Schmidt, LCSW and Rudy Diaz, ASW. In partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association.
*In observance of President's Day holiday on February 17, 2025, join us on Monday, February 24, 2025 for support group.
Registration is not required. Questions? Call Beach Cities Health District at 310-374-3426, Option 1.
Free Exercise Classes for Seniors
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Social Hour Facilitated with Beach Cities Health District Social Workers
If you have a question regarding community resources, want to learn more about Beach Cities Health District or share and learn ways to keep busy, please join us! These meetings are for all, a place to connect and feel heard.
1st and 3rd Tuesdays (Virtual)
10 – 11 a.m.
Zoom link: https://bchd-org.zoom.us/j/87651635014
2nd Mondays (In person)
2 – 3 p.m.
Manhattan Beach Joslyn Center, Sunset Room
1601 N Valley Dr, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Center for Health & Fitness Classes
The Center for Health & Fitness (CHF) at BCHD has programs designed just for the needs of older adults, including senior fitness, senior yoga and Pilates, and SliverSneakers and Silver & Fit memberships. The Center has trained medical exercise specialists to assist those with particular needs.
