BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Partners In Care - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.partnersbend.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Partners In Care REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250708T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250708T120000 DTSTAMP:20260524T101839 CREATED:20250324T223204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T230259Z UID:289372-1751972400-1751976000@www.partnersbend.org SUMMARY:Caregiver Cafe DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin Partners In Care on the second Tuesday of each month from 11 am – 12 pm for a Caregiver Café! \nCaring for someone who has a serious illness or disability can be a rewarding experience\, but it may also feel overwhelming. Caregiver Café is a safe place for folks who are caring for other adults. Come together with\nother caregivers in Central Oregon to share ideas\, navigate challenges\, and simply meet others in a similar situation\, all in a safe\, supportive environment at Partners In Care. The work of providing care for someone unable to care for themselves is unending\, and caregivers need help. Join us to connect\, gain support\, and learn new skills- and maybe laugh along the way! \nGuest speakers will be invited from time to time. Caregiver Cafe will be held in the Wyatt Room at Partners In Care. Parking is available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend. \nRSVPs are encouraged; RSVP to facilitator Molly at molly.denton@partnersbend.org or (541) 382-5882. \nCheck www.partnersbend.org for more details and updates. \n \n  URL:https://www.partnersbend.org/event/caregiver-cafe-july/ LOCATION:Wyatt Room\, 2611 NE Courtney Drive\, Bend\, OR CATEGORIES:Caregiver Cafe,Community Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250806T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250806T130000 DTSTAMP:20260524T101839 CREATED:20250113T200820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T221114Z UID:289112-1754481600-1754485200@www.partnersbend.org SUMMARY:Community Education: Active Aging in Central Oregon DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person Community Education event in the Wyatt Room at Partners In Care. Lunch is provided! \nDuring this free community event\, discover how staying active promotes strength\, independence\, and emotional well-being as we age. Our panel of experts have years of experience guiding people on this topic and will address: \n•What happens to our bodies as we age\, and why does it matter?\n•How does staying active impact your long-term health and independence?\n•How can we support aging adults in staying healthy and engaged?\n•What’s being done in Central Oregon to make tourism and recreation more accessible?\n•What local programs and resources support active living at any age or ability? \nWednesday\, August 6 | Noon – 1 pm \nFREE Lunch Provided | 11:45 am \nThe Wyatt Room at Partners In Care. Parking is available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend \n*Free to attend; light lunch will be provided. RSVPs are encouraged. RSVP to CommunityEvents@partnersbend.org or by calling (541) 706-1335. URL:https://www.partnersbend.org/event/community-education-active-aging/ LOCATION:Wyatt Room\, 2611 NE Courtney Drive\, Bend\, OR CATEGORIES:Community Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250812T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250812T120000 DTSTAMP:20260524T101839 CREATED:20250324T223915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T230325Z UID:289375-1754996400-1755000000@www.partnersbend.org SUMMARY:Caregiver Cafe DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin Partners In Care on the second Tuesday of each month from 11 am – 12 pm for a Caregiver Café! \nCaring for someone who has a serious illness or disability can be a rewarding experience\, but it may also feel overwhelming. Caregiver Café is a safe place for folks who are caring for other adults. Come together with\nother caregivers in Central Oregon to share ideas\, navigate challenges\, and simply meet others in a similar situation\, all in a safe\, supportive environment at Partners In Care. The work of providing care for someone unable to care for themselves is unending\, and caregivers need help. Join us to connect\, gain support\, and learn new skills- and maybe laugh along the way! \nGuest speakers will be invited from time to time. Caregiver Cafe will be held in the Wyatt Room at Partners In Care. Parking is available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend. \nRSVPs are encouraged; RSVP to facilitator Molly at molly.denton@partnersbend.org or (541) 382-5882. \nCheck www.partnersbend.org for more details and updates. \n \n  URL:https://www.partnersbend.org/event/caregiver-cafe-august/ LOCATION:Wyatt Room\, 2611 NE Courtney Drive\, Bend\, OR CATEGORIES:Caregiver Cafe,Community Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250909T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250909T120000 DTSTAMP:20260524T101839 CREATED:20250324T224051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T230404Z UID:289377-1757415600-1757419200@www.partnersbend.org SUMMARY:Caregiver Cafe DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin Partners In Care on the second Tuesday of each month from 11 am – 12 pm for a Caregiver Café! \nCaring for someone who has a serious illness or disability can be a rewarding experience\, but it may also feel overwhelming. Caregiver Café is a safe place for folks who are caring for other adults. Come together with\nother caregivers in Central Oregon to share ideas\, navigate challenges\, and simply meet others in a similar situation\, all in a safe\, supportive environment at Partners In Care. The work of providing care for someone unable to care for themselves is unending\, and caregivers need help. Join us to connect\, gain support\, and learn new skills- and maybe laugh along the way! \nGuest speakers will be invited from time to time. Caregiver Cafe will be held in the Wyatt Room at Partners In Care. Parking is available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend. \nRSVPs are encouraged; RSVP to facilitator Molly at molly.denton@partnersbend.org or (541) 382-5882. \nCheck www.partnersbend.org for more details and updates. \n \n  URL:https://www.partnersbend.org/event/caregiver-cafe-september/ LOCATION:Wyatt Room\, 2611 NE Courtney Drive\, Bend\, OR CATEGORIES:Caregiver Cafe,Community Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250915T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250915T130000 DTSTAMP:20260524T101839 CREATED:20250902T183512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T180535Z UID:289734-1757934000-1757941200@www.partnersbend.org SUMMARY:Community Education: Understanding Dementia - A Community Conversation DESCRIPTION:The RSVP capacity for this event is full. Please stay tuned for future events!\nDuring this free community event\, discover what dementia is\, the different types\, and current treatment options including insights from recent research. This event offers valuable information for caregivers\, healthcare\nprofessionals\, and all those interested in learning more about dementia. \n• What is dementia\, and how is it different from normal aging?\n• What types of dementia are most common\, and how are they treated?\n• How is dementia care changing\, and why does it matter?\n• How can caregivers best support loved ones living with dementia?\n• What support exists in Central Oregon for dementia care? \nMonday\, September 15 | 11:00am – 1:00pm \nFREE lunch provided at Noon \nThe Wyatt Room at Partners In Care. Parking is available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend \n*Free to attend; light lunch will be provided. RSVPs are encouraged. RSVP to CommunityEvents@partnersbend.org or by calling (541) 706-1335. URL:https://www.partnersbend.org/event/community-education-understanding-dementia-a-community-conversation/ LOCATION:Wyatt Room\, 2611 NE Courtney Drive\, Bend\, OR CATEGORIES:Community Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251014T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251014T120000 DTSTAMP:20260524T101839 CREATED:20250324T224342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T230429Z UID:289379-1760439600-1760443200@www.partnersbend.org SUMMARY:Caregiver Cafe DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin Partners In Care on the second Tuesday of each month from 11 am – 12 pm for a Caregiver Café! \nCaring for someone who has a serious illness or disability can be a rewarding experience\, but it may also feel overwhelming. Caregiver Café is a safe place for folks who are caring for other adults. Come together with\nother caregivers in Central Oregon to share ideas\, navigate challenges\, and simply meet others in a similar situation\, all in a safe\, supportive environment at Partners In Care. The work of providing care for someone unable to care for themselves is unending\, and caregivers need help. Join us to connect\, gain support\, and learn new skills- and maybe laugh along the way! \nGuest speakers will be invited from time to time. Caregiver Cafe will be held in the Wyatt Room at Partners In Care. Parking is available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend. \nRSVPs are encouraged; RSVP to facilitator Molly at molly.denton@partnersbend.org or (541) 382-5882. \nCheck www.partnersbend.org for more details and updates. \n \n  URL:https://www.partnersbend.org/event/caregiver-cafe-october/ LOCATION:Wyatt Room\, 2611 NE Courtney Drive\, Bend\, OR CATEGORIES:Caregiver Cafe,Community Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251111T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251111T120000 DTSTAMP:20260524T101839 CREATED:20250324T224500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T230451Z UID:289381-1762858800-1762862400@www.partnersbend.org SUMMARY:Caregiver Cafe DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin Partners In Care on the second Tuesday of each month from 11 am – 12 pm for a Caregiver Café! \nCaring for someone who has a serious illness or disability can be a rewarding experience\, but it may also feel overwhelming. Caregiver Café is a safe place for folks who are caring for other adults. Come together with\nother caregivers in Central Oregon to share ideas\, navigate challenges\, and simply meet others in a similar situation\, all in a safe\, supportive environment at Partners In Care. The work of providing care for someone unable to care for themselves is unending\, and caregivers need help. Join us to connect\, gain support\, and learn new skills- and maybe laugh along the way! \nGuest speakers will be invited from time to time. Caregiver Cafe will be held in the Wyatt Room at Partners In Care. Parking is available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend. \nRSVPs are encouraged; RSVP to facilitator Molly at molly.denton@partnersbend.org or (541) 382-5882. \nCheck www.partnersbend.org for more details and updates. \n \n  URL:https://www.partnersbend.org/event/caregiver-cafe-november/ LOCATION:Wyatt Room\, 2611 NE Courtney Drive\, Bend\, OR CATEGORIES:Caregiver Cafe,Community Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251203T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251203T133000 DTSTAMP:20260524T101839 CREATED:20251118T005440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T005517Z UID:289958-1764763200-1764768600@www.partnersbend.org SUMMARY:Understanding Dementia: What Doctors and Lawyers Want You to Know DESCRIPTION:Join Partners In Care for an informative and engaging presentation offering expert clinical and legal insights into dementia. Dr. Gregory Ferenz\, a neurologist specializing in memory and dementia care\, and Melissa Lande\, an attorney with expertise in estate planning and elder law\, bring a compassionate and practical perspective to the challenges faced by individuals\, families\, and professionals navigating dementia. \n\nWhat is dementia and what are common characteristics?\nWhat should someone expect after a dementia diagnosis?\nHow do families ensure assets and wishes are protected?\nWhat documents should every family have in place?\nHow do medical and legal planning work together?\n\nWednesday\, December 3 | 12:00pm – 1:30pm \nFREE lunch provided at 11:45am \nThe Wyatt Room at Partners In Care. Parking is available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend \n*Free to attend; light lunch will be provided. RSVPs are encouraged. RSVP to CommunityEvents@partnersbend.org or by calling (541) 706-1335. URL:https://www.partnersbend.org/event/understanding-dementia-what-doctors-and-lawyers-want-you-to-know/ LOCATION:Partners In Care\, 2611 NE Courtney Drive\, Bend\, 97701\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251209T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251209T120000 DTSTAMP:20260524T101839 CREATED:20250324T224616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T230522Z UID:289383-1765278000-1765281600@www.partnersbend.org SUMMARY:Caregiver Cafe DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin Partners In Care on the second Tuesday of each month from 11 am – 12 pm for a Caregiver Café! \nCaring for someone who has a serious illness or disability can be a rewarding experience\, but it may also feel overwhelming. Caregiver Café is a safe place for folks who are caring for other adults. Come together with\nother caregivers in Central Oregon to share ideas\, navigate challenges\, and simply meet others in a similar situation\, all in a safe\, supportive environment at Partners In Care. The work of providing care for someone unable to care for themselves is unending\, and caregivers need help. Join us to connect\, gain support\, and learn new skills- and maybe laugh along the way! \nGuest speakers will be invited from time to time. Caregiver Cafe will be held in the Wyatt Room at Partners In Care. Parking is available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend. \nRSVPs are encouraged; RSVP to facilitator Molly at molly.denton@partnersbend.org or (541) 382-5882. \nCheck www.partnersbend.org for more details and updates. \n \n  URL:https://www.partnersbend.org/event/caregiver-cafe-december/ LOCATION:Wyatt Room\, 2611 NE Courtney Drive\, Bend\, OR CATEGORIES:Caregiver Cafe,Community Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260408T110000 DTSTAMP:20260524T101839 CREATED:20250206T172931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T210307Z UID:289151-1768384800-1775646000@www.partnersbend.org SUMMARY:Partners & Pages Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join Partners In Care’s first community-based book club! Partnering with The St Charles Foundation and Paulina Springs Bookstore\, this is an initiative aimed at bringing people together\, reducing social isolation\, and building community! This book club is free to attend and open to all. \nWe meet the second Wednesday of each month from 10 – 11 AM at Paulina Springs Book Store in Sisters\, Oregon. A little different from your average book club\, we discuss one book over the course of two to three months; allowing time for in depth discussion of the text and themes\, and creating space for wholehearted conversation and friendship building. \nPartners In Care provides a copy of each book to anyone attending. See below for the books discussed so far\, and upcoming reads: \n2026\nThe Eights by Joanna Miller (January – April) \n \nIf you are interested in attending\, kindly RSVP so the appropriate number of books can be ordered- we also order extra for anyone who wishes to join along the way. If transportation is limiting your ability to attend\, please let us know so we can connect you with ride assistance! \nRSVP by calling the Book Club leader Bethany Benefield at (541) 706-0567 or by emailing communityevents@partnersbend.org \nWe look forward to seeing you! \n \nAbout your facilitator: \nBethany Benefield\, the book club leader\, is the Partners In Care Transitions Coordinator for the Redmond and Sisters communities\, where she is dedicated to supporting medically fragile folks and their families. With a background as a licensed Community Health Worker and a B.S. in Social Entrepreneurship\, she is passionate about promoting equity and empowering others. Outside of her work\, Bethany enjoys spending quality time with her husband and two children\, nurturing her lifelong love of reading\, and sharing her enthusiasm with those around her. \nWe look forward to seeing you! \n  \n  URL:https://www.partnersbend.org/event/bookclub/ LOCATION:Paulina Springs Book Store\, 252 W Hood Ave\, Sisters\, OR\, 97759\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T130000 DTSTAMP:20260524T101839 CREATED:20260119T174929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T205603Z UID:290229-1770206400-1770210000@www.partnersbend.org SUMMARY:Community Education: Caregiver Burnout - A Healthier Way to Care DESCRIPTION:In this presentation\, Dr. Janet Foliano\, a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience supporting individuals and families through life’s most difficult seasons\, will explore common stressors caregivers face\, how to recognize burnout\, and practical strategies to prevent and manage it. \n\nWhat are the most common challenges for caregivers?\nWhat are the signs of caregiver burnout?\nWhat can you do to prevent caregiver burnout?\nWhat can you do if you are already at the level of caregiver burnout?\n\nWednesday\, February 4 | 12:00pm – 1:00pm \nFREE lunch provided at 11:45am \nThe Wyatt Room at Partners In Care. Parking is available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend \n*Free to attend; light lunch will be provided. RSVPs are encouraged. RSVP to CommunityEvents@partnersbend.org or by calling (541) 706-1335. URL:https://www.partnersbend.org/event/community-education-caregiver-burnout-a-healthier-way-to-care/ LOCATION:Partners In Care\, 2611 NE Courtney Drive\, Bend\, 97701\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260401T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260401T130000 DTSTAMP:20260524T101839 CREATED:20260309T191138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T191457Z UID:290398-1775044800-1775048400@www.partnersbend.org SUMMARY:Living Well to Age Well: A Doctor’s Guide to Healthy Aging DESCRIPTION:As we age\, the choices we make each day can have a meaningful impact on our long‑term health and well‑being. Local concierge physician\, Dr. Lance Adams\, MD\, will share practical habits that support healthy aging for people at different stages of later life. He will offer straightforward guidance for maintaining well‑being and managing the common challenges many older adults experience. This session provides simple\, realistic steps you can implement right away to help you live well today and age well in the years ahead. \nWednesday\, April 1 | 12:00pm – 1:00pm \nFREE lunch provided at 11:45am \nThe Wyatt Room at Partners In Care. Parking is available at 2611 NE Courtney Drive in Bend \n*Free to attend; light lunch will be provided. RSVPs are encouraged. RSVP to CommunityEvents@partnersbend.org or by calling (541) 706-1335. URL:https://www.partnersbend.org/event/living-well-to-age-well/ LOCATION:Partners In Care\, 2611 NE Courtney Drive\, Bend\, 97701\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Education END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR