Weekly respite care for those with memory loss such as dementia or Alzheimer’s
The Gathering is a daytime, out-of-home group respite program for caregivers and care receivers. There are many benefits to group respite, especially at The Gathering.
Held on the 1st-4th Thursdays of every month, The Gathering is a safe, enjoyable place for seniors living with long-term illnesses to socialize. (All participants must have a needs assessment by the Family Caregiver Connection Coordinator before participating.) The Gathering gives caregivers the opportunity to have several hours of respite while offering members of Anoka County faith communities the opportunity to share in the care of our community’s seniors. This opportunity is offered in collaboration with Anoka County Family Caregiver Connection and dedicated and trained volunteers, supervised by a social worker or nurse, operate the program. Participants can enjoy fellowship, lunch, and activities. Caregivers can enjoy time away from caregiving or attend a support group for caregivers on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month. Caregivers can attend support group meetings whether their loved ones participate in The Gathering. If you are interested in respite care, please contact Jill Agyekum at 763-324-1608 to complete an assessment before participating in The Gathering.
The Gathering Volunteers
We are grateful for our faithful volunteers. We are always looking for more people to be a part of this great ministry at Zion Lutheran. Please consider spending some time with us. For a respite volunteer job description or more information on volunteering, contact Pastor Sue Wallager through our general email.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Prayer Team Ministry
Prayer Teams are being formed now. Team members gather green prayer cards before 11 a.m. service and pray for requests on cards. Commitment is once every eight weeks.
Family Promise
Our next Family Promise hosting date is May 21-28, 2023. Watch for announcements in early 2023 about a new Family Promise Day Center staffing site & static guest house.
Volunteers Needed at AMS
Opportunities are available at both Anoka Middle School campuses. Some occur in the building and others include prep work for projects that can be completed at home.
Meals on Wheels
Zion partners with area churches driving for Meals on Wheels and we take our turn every 6 weeks. There are 7 routes requiring a total of 35 volunteers each week.
Worship Involvement
Share your talents! We are in need of ushers, communion server & scripture readers at upcoming worship services Saturday at 5 pm and Sundays at 8, 9 or 11 a.m.
CYF Ministries
Children, Youth, and Family (CYF) programs are always in need of dedicated volunteers like YOU! If interested, please call 763-421-4656 or e-mail a CYF team member.
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