ONGOING
Respite Care
Professional support and care for your loved one while you take a break from caregiving.
Family Consultations
Personalized discussions with healthcare professionals to assess the needs of your loved one and the support you need as their caregiver.
Memory Screenings
A confidential evaluation tool given by a healthcare professional that assesses memory, language, and thinking skills to determine if further medical follow-up is needed.
Contact:
Melissa Gerard, 707-815-6258
melissa.gerard@providence.org
Caregiver Support Groups
Whether you have been caring for someone for many years or recently find yourself a new care-partner, our support group can help you connect with others experiencing similar situations. This group is led by our Medical Social Worker who will introduce group topics, provide clinical advice/suggestions, and guidance for the group.
These groups are offered free of charge to Napa County community members.
In Person (St. Helena):
First Thursday of the month, 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Rianda House Senior Activity Center, 1475 main St., Saint Helena, CA 94574
In Person (Napa):
2nd Tuesday of each month, 10:30 a.m.-noon (90-minute group)
3rd Thursday of each month, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. (60-minute group)
The Inn on Villa Lane, 3255 Villa Lane, Napa, CA 94558
Online:
Third Thursday of the month, 3:00- 4:30 p.m.
On Zoom
Contact:
Melissa Gerard, 707-815-6258
melissa.gerard@providence.org
Memory Cafés
A Memory Café is a welcoming place for people experiencing dementia and their families, friends, and professional caregivers. It's an opportunity to connect with others who understand the impact that dementia can have and to enjoy informal social time.
Napa
April 13, May 4, June 1, 2026
Location:
Napa County Library, 580 Coombs St., Napa
Brain Health
Mind Boosters
A therapeutic evidence-based program for people who are experiencing the early stages of memory loss and want to be proactive in maintaining and maximizing their brain health.
Fridays, Morning Session: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Fridays, Afternoon Sessions: 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Choose either the morning or the afternoon session
Providence Community Health Napa Valley, 414 South Jefferson St., Napa, CA 94559
Fee: $40
MasterMinds!
A 6-week course which guides you to learn more about your memory and practical steps on how to improve your memory. Participants are expected to attend all classes in the series as each class builds on the information from the previous week.
Series 1 - 2026
January 7 - February 11
Series 2 - 2026
March 4 - April 8
Series 3 - 2026
April 29 - June 3
Series 4 - 2026
June 24 - July 29
Series 5 - 2026
August 19 - September 23
Series 6 - 2026
October 14 - November 18
Wednesdays, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Rianda House Senior Activity Center, 1475 main St., Saint Helena, CA 94574
This is a free community event.
Contact:
Melissa Gerard, 707-815-6258
melissa.gerard@providence.org
Lunch & Learn, Angwin
Join Us for Our Free Lunch & Learn Seminars!
• Take part in engaging conversations on inspiring topics
• Enjoy a delicious, healthy lunch provided at no cost
• Learn something new while connecting with friends—both familiar and new faces
DATE
First Wednesday of the month
TIME
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
LOCATION
Fireside Room,
Pacific Union College,
10 Angwin Ave., Angwin
To RSVP please call or text 909-725-6919
We would like to have enough lunches for everyone!
MARCH 4, 2026
Astonishing Astronomy
Speaker: Mark Pacini
Mark Pacini is a local amateur astronomer who enjoys sharing his passion for the night sky with anyone curious about what’s out there. Through numbers, slides, and fascinating facts, he hopes to spark your interest and maybe even inspire you to begin your own journey into the world of astronomy.
SCHEDULED
Dementia 101 for Caregivers
Free workshops for caregivers. You may attend individual classes, or the entire series.
Location: Napa County Library, 580 Coombs St., Napa CA 94559
Mondays from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
July 13
Dementia 101
Dementia 101 helps participants understand the difference between normal and abnormal memory changes, best approaches to care for Alzheimer's Disease and other forms of dementia, and helpful resources available in the community.
July 20
GEMS
Teepa Snow’s GEMS Approach, looks at each stage of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease and to really understand the person and what they might be going through. By breaking down each stage, using GEMS, you will be better equipped to support someone in any stage of the disease.
July 27
Learning to speak Alzheimer’s
Showing caregivers how to focus on the whole person—not just their symptoms or disease— “Learning to Speak Alzheimer’s” helps attendees say or do the right thing at the right time, while providing ways to manage their own self care through emotional re-framing and helpful community resources.
August 3
Challenging Behaviors
Showing many ways to understand and connect warmly with combative loved ones, “Understanding & Managing Challenging Behavior” outlines steps towards soothing difficult moments and reinforcing positive emotions for loved ones and caregivers alike.
August 10
Self-Care for the Care Partner
Helping caregivers help themselves, our class “Self-Care for the Care Partner” provides ways to manage stress, to set realistic goals, to seek collaborative solutions, to ask effectively for help, and to reframe negative emotions and self-talk into positive, healthy action plans.
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Pre-registration required.
Please use the registration link or contact:
Melissa Gerard, 707-815-6258
melissa.gerard@providence.org
3 Stages of Dementia and Self-Care Seminar
A seminar series to understand the three main stages of dementia; what to expect; how to respond; and how to communicate and care for the person effectively, followed by a self-care seminar. Designed for community caregivers, friends, and family members.
Location: 414 South Jefferson St. Napa
Mondays from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
July 9
Early Stage
Learn about the early stages of the disease and how to keep your loved one engaged and feeling purposeful.
July 16
Mid Stage
During the middle stage of Alzheimer’s, the dementia symptoms are more pronounced. The person may confuse words, get frustrated or angry, and act in unexpected ways. Damage to nerve cells in the brain can also make it difficult for the person to express thoughts and perform routine tasks without assistance.
July 23
Late Stage
In the final stage of the disease, dementia symptoms are severe. Individuals lose the ability to respond to their environment, to carry on a conversation and, eventually, to control movement. They may still say words or phrases, but communicating pain becomes difficult. As memory and cognitive skills continue to worsen, significant personality changes may take place and individuals need extensive care.
July 30
Self-Care Seminar
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia can be deeply meaningful—but also emotionally and physically demanding. This seminar offers caregivers a compassionate space to reconnect with their own well‑being. Participants will learn practical self‑care strategies, stress‑management techniques, and tips for building sustainable support systems. Through guided reflection and shared experiences, caregivers will gain tools to nurture resilience, prevent burnout, and care for themselves with the same dedication they give to others.
Pre-registration required.
Please use the registration link or contact:
Melissa Gerard, 707-815-6258
melissa.gerard@providence.org