Support Groups at our Parish
We have several support groups at our parish.
Longest Day of Prayer and Awareness of Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson Disease and Other Related Dementias
Tuesday, June 21, 2022
Ss. Edward and Isidore Church – 3667 Flintville Rd. Green Bay
Come and Pray for all people dealing with Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson Disease, or other related Dementias. This includes the person with the disease and their caregivers. We continue to pray for a cure. A Purple Candle will be lit at Mass and then extinguished after Holy Hour at 8pm. During the day anyone can come to pray, attend a presentation, or join in a support group.
We will also have a collection for the Alzheimer’s Association and The Brain Center of Green Bay. The collection box will be in the Gathering Space in church. Please state the organization you want to donate to on your envelope. You may put these donations in the collection on the weekends in June, as well. Please write: Alzheimer’s Assoc. or Brain Center of GB on the check and envelope.
Church opens for prayer: 8:45am – 8:00pm.
Mass: 9:00 – 9:30am (Church)
“Brain Neuroplasticity”: 9:45am – 10:45am (Nelson Hall)
Presented by: Dr. Rolf Lulloff and Chris Vanden Hoogen, Brain Center of Green Bay
Neuroplasticity refers to the brain's ability to continue to grow, change and evolving in response to life experiences. It helps form both our good and bad habits and is the basis for all new learning, training and rehabilitation. Neuroplasticity is an active and dynamic process that occurs over our lifetime. Let’s take charge of our brains to help keep them sharp and to prevent cognitive decline!
The Brain Center of Green Bay was founded by five healthcare professionals looking to change the way people think about brain disease. Opening minds to a new, powerful approach that explores promising new research and healthy lifestyle patterns. In a world where neurodegenerative disease is relentless, progressive, and incurable, The Brain Center of Green Bay will provide hope to individuals and caregivers through personalized coaching and navigation.
Parkinson Disease Support Group: 11:00am – 12:00pm (Room 222)
All are welcome to share and learn about Parkinson Disease.
“Dementia Conversations: Driving, Doctor Visits, Legal & Financial Planning”: 5:45pm – 6:45pm (Nelson Hall)
Presenter: Kate Kahles, Program Manager, Alzheimer's Association Wisconsin Chapter
When someone is showing signs of dementia, it’s time to talk. Often, conversations with family about changing behaviors can be challenging and uncomfortable. This program provides tips for breaking the ice with your family so you can address some of the most common issues that are difficult to discuss: going to the doctor for a diagnosis or medical treatment, deciding when to stop driving, and making legal and financial plans for future care.
Holy Hour: 7pm – 8pm (Church)
End the day with the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, beautiful music, scripture, and silent prayer. Purple candle with be extinguished at the end of Holy hour.
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Life Losses Grief Support Group
Grieving can happen at any stage in your life, whether it is the death of a loved one, loss of a job, ending a relationship, etc.
Join with other adults for three weeks to share and support each other through the grieving process.
The Next dates will be:
October 12, 19, and 26, 2022
3:00pm - 4:30pm
SS Edward and Isidore Parish
Facilitated by Carol Mueller, RN, Parish Nurse, and Lori Flanagan, Pastoral Associate.
Please call the parish office to register at 865-7844.
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Alzheimer’s Disease/Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Third Monday of the Month at 10:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. in Marian Room at Ss. Edward and Isidore Parish
Next meeting is:
Monday, June 20 at Ss. Edward and Isidore Parish
Please contact Carol at [email protected] or 865-7844 if you have any questions or concerns.
All Are Welcome!
Support Group facilitated by Carol Mueller and Kathryn Graham.
Check out the Alzheimer's Association Website: www.alz.org
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Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
The Fourth Tuesday of the Month at 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. in Nelson Hall at Ss. Edward and Isidore Parish ( In June, it will be on Tuesday, June 21 from 11am-12pm (after a speaker - Dr. Lulloff will speak on Neuroplasity from 9:45am - 10:45am.)
Next Meeting is:
Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 11am - 12pm.
Nelson Hall at Ss. Edward and Isidore
No one is an “expert” – but everyone has experience to share!
This group includes persons with Parkinson’s, caregivers/spouses, and/or anyone that wants to know more about Parkinson’s.
Please contact Carol at [email protected] or 920-865-7844 if you have any questions or concerns.
Check out the Wisconsin Parkinson Association Website: www.wiparkinson.org
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AA Meetings (Alcoholics Anonymous)
Held Every Saturday Mornings from 8:00-9:00am
Meeting at St. John's in Howard ( old church)
See the Meeting Guide app for details on AA meetings in the area
or contact Tom W. at 822-1433, if you have any questions.
Alanon Meeting
Held Saturdays at 8am at Ss. Edward and Isidore Parish.