Upcoming Events
BrainCharge Bookclub (March)
Join BrainCharge Board Member Michelle as she leads Braincharge book club on Tues March 26 at 7:00 PM (CST), as we explore this beautifully illustrated book to help us uncover and trust the innate goodness in ourselves and others.
Book: Trusting the Gold, Tara Brach
Register : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/braincharge-book-club-march-tickets-851876965937
Note: Once registered, you will be contacted via email (3/26 day of event) with a link to join the live BrainCharge book club discussion.
BrainCharge Connections
Educational Sessions meant to connect and support caregivers.
Join BrainCharge Board Member Dominique Salinas as she leads the February educational session on “forgiveness “ and identifying strategies to understand the emotions of looking after your loved ones.
Everyone is welcome : caregivers, those receiving care, allies and supporters!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/braincharge-connections-feb-2024-tickets-832115268167
Note: Once registered, you will be sent a Zoom link to join the live BrainCharge Connections session.
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BrainCharge has a mission is to serve the community of caregivers who are supporting individuals impacted by brain-related trauma, injury, or illness. Read more at braincharge.org
Caregiver Events
Our 2024 calendar will include BrainCharge events every 4th Tuesday of the month.
Kicking off January, we are promoting the following from our community partners all on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024
Register using Eventbrite links below :
Understanding Grief, Mindspring Mental Health Alliance 12-1 PM (CST)
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-grief-free-webinar-tickets-776276041537?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Caring for a loved one with Dementia, HopeHealth Hospice 11-12PM (CST)
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/caring-for-a-loved-one-with-dementia-tickets-774506899987?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Cancer Caregiver workshop, Stanford Health 3-5PM (CST)
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cancer-caregiver-workshop-tickets-763574711517?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
💛 Because We Care
BrainCharge Bookclub
Join BrainCharge Board Member Michelle Galizia as she leads the January Braincharge "HOO-GA" book club. Grab your woolen socks, some hot tea, curl up by the fireplace, for a conversation on the Danish secrets to happiness.
Everyone is welcome, regardless if you've had time to read / listen to the book.
The Little Book of Hygge : Danish Secrets to Happy Living (The Happiness Institute Series)
Register : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/braincharge-book-club-tickets-496706962897
Film Screening & Discussion (online)
What does it feel like to discover you have a life-limiting diagnosis? How do you care for someone you love who is dying and how do you make the right decisions about their care? These, and other big questions, are considered in Living with Dying and take us into the world of facing a life-limiting illness as a patient and as a caregiver. This intimate, warm and tender documentary was produced by the Sunshine Coast Hospice Society of British Columbia. It is exquisitely shot featuring the beauty of Sunshine Coast forests and ocean as a source of solace and peace.
Come for the screening, and stay for the conversation with the film's production team. This film and conversation would be enriching for community members, as well as hospice workers and volunteers!
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/film-screening-discussion-living-with-dying-tickets-488906270817?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch
Tai Chi
Join BrainCharge Caregivers for Tai Chi sponsored by Quality of Life Now in an online class offering basic skills to promote balance, calmness, and mental focus.
Free registration : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/begin-your-tai-chi-journey-traditional-movements-for-health-rejuvenation-tickets-121038039033
Webinar
Join BrainCharge Caregivers for a virtual webinar sponsored by Mindspring Alliance “ Relationships, Family and Mental Health”
Free registration : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/relationships-family-and-mental-health-free-webinar-tickets-470021185017
Cooking Class
Join BrainCharge Caregivers for a virtual cooking class sponsored by Crate & Barrel to make Miso & Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies with Lime Curd Filling.
Free registration : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/miso-peanut-butter-sandwich-cookies-with-lime-curd-filling-tickets-392738881567?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
BrainCharge Bookclub
Join BrainCharge CEO/ Founder Vidya Ayyr as she leads the November Braincharge Bookclub “Caregiving: Hope and Health for Caregiving Families” by Sharon Wegscheider-Cruse. (virtual discussion)
Get your copy: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07J9JSBKT&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_DDYEM680Z9WC335R8ZRG
Register : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/braincharge-book-club-tickets-448164270397?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Note: Once you register, you will receive an email on 11/16 with a link to attend.
Cooking Class
Join BrainCharge Caregivers for a virtual cooking class sponsored by Crate & Barrel to make Roasted Cod with Brussels Sprouts and Smokey Peach Salsa.
Free registration : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/roasted-cod-with-brussels-sprouts-and-smokey-peach-salsa-cooking-class-tickets-391835359107?aff=erelpanelorg
Classical Concert Series
Classical Concert (Dallas, TX) : Sponsored by the Hallam Family, join BrainCharge at this free chamber music series on Saturday afternoons from October—May (excluding December). Each concert features local professional performers who play in a wide range of ensembles. Repertoire runs the gamut from Baroque violin to modern percussion.
Tai Chi
Join BrainCharge Caregivers for Tai Chi sponsored by Quality of Life Now in an online class offering basic skills to promote balance, calmness, and mental focus.
Free registration : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/begin-your-tai-chi-journey-an-introduction-to-essential-tai-chi-skills-tickets-430288724157?aff=ebdssbcitybrowse
Classical Concert Series
Classical Concert (Dallas, TX) : Sponsored by the Hallam Family, join BrainCharge at this free chamber music series on Saturday afternoons from October—May (excluding December). Each concert features local professional performers who play in a wide range of ensembles. Repertoire runs the gamut from Baroque violin to modern percussion.
Gardening
Join Carol from the Collin Country Master Gardeners Association on a discovery of veggies and herbs that do well in the Texas Fall season!
Register for free at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vegetables-herbs-for-the-fall-season-tickets-409920030847?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Resource Fair
Resource Fair: At the Dallas Senior Expo you'll connect with dozens of helpful organizations dedicated to helping seniors and their families! Free admission, free health screenings, complimentary refreshments, prizes every hour, giveaways and more! Plus, enjoy free admission to the Dallas Arboretum & Gardens.
Ticket required for admission. Register for free: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dallas-senior-expo-tickets-395115780937?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Yoga
Join BrainCharge Caregivers for Yoga sponsored by Yena in a Beginner friendly practice to support you in Wellness. This event will include DJ beats, and vendors.
Free registration : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/yena-de-wellness-yoga-vendors-a-dj-and-sound-tickets-405908000757?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Arts & Culture
Artful Moments allows visitors with early stage dementia and their caregivers to connect with artworks in the museum.
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/artful-moments-changing-seasons-tickets-260304948107?aff=ebdssbdestsearch