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nourish program
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support for caregivers
Nourish for Caregivers is a ministry created specifically to offer support to the unique challenges of in-home caregivers. This Christ-centered program brings resources and support to family caregivers who carry both the blessing and burden of providing comfort and healing to people who are ill, suffering, and need special care. Caregivers can join local and/or national Zoom calls for support (En Español) and explore additional resources below.
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local & national support
LOCAL PARISH-HOSTED NOURISH CALLS:
1st & 3rd Tuesday (2pm) - Contact Helene Billeci
3rd Wednesday (7pm) - Donna Bradshaw & Monica Saylor
4th Thursday (7pm) - Contact Maureen LaubacherLocal Nourish Calls in Spanish:
2nd & 4th Viernes (7pm) - Contact Biviane Ochoa
NATIONAL NOURISH CALLS:
Tuesday (8am) & Thursday (8am)
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nourish groups & contacts
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local/national Nourish calendarJanuary 2026
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Saturday, January 3, 11:00 AMOnline remembrance Mass of those in our faith community who have been laid to rest in Catholic Cemeteries over the past month in our Diocese.Read More
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Grief support
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contact a local support group
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Helene BilleciBi-Monthly Tuesdays Nourish Call Leader
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Donna Bradshaw & Monica Saylordonnabcfcsoakland.orgMonthly Wednesday Night Call
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Maureen Laubachermaurlaubaol.comMonthly Thursday Nourish Call Leader
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Biviane OchoaItsBivianegmail.comEnriquecimiento Para Cuidadores
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caregiver mental health & wellbeing resources
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How is your stress level?
From Nourish for Caregivers: "Your stress level may surprise you because it can seem "normal" to be feeling the way you do. Caregivers often underestimate exactly how much stress they are actually carrying. Do you think that might be the case for you too? There's no better way to know for sure than to spend a minute to find out for sure."Take this 1-minute quiz designed specifically for caregivers
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Podcasts & other media Finding mental well-being as a Catholic with the help of community
and the saints.
- Ave Maria Press Mental Health Books & Webinars
- Catholic Medical Association Podcast: Doctor, Doctor
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decision making in family caregiving
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Discover ways to rejuvenate, strengthen and care for your spirit. Learn more about Catholic teaching and find testimonies about the ways Catholic faith have helped people during difficult times.
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