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SUMMARY:Parkinson Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging sponsors a Parkinson Support Group which generally meets on the fourth Thursday of the month to provide supprt and education to people living with Parkinson disease\, as well as their care partners. People living with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners are invited to attend.  \nParkinson Support Group Meeting Flyer (April-May 2026)
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/32630/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging – Upper-Level Multipurpose Space\, 1165 Elkview Ave\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260415T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T144609Z
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SUMMARY:Grief Education & Support
DESCRIPTION:Regarding Grief Education & Support Services\, in partnership with the Otsego County Commission on Aging (OCCOA)\, is pleased to offer monthly Grief Education & Support meetings. The meetings are ed by experienced facilitators trained by certified grief educators Julie Kettlewell and Mallory Barnes.  \nMeetings are open to anyone 18 or older in need of grief education and support. There is no charge to attend.  Please call (989) 732-1122 for more information. \nGrief Education & Support Meetings  Flyer \n 
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/monthly-grief-education-support-3/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260409T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T203445Z
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SUMMARY:Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent again? This time\, raising your own grandchildren? \nOCCOA offers a monthly Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group on the second Thursday of each month to help and care for grandparents who are in a parenting role. Each meeting includes information\, education\, and support.  \nThere is no charge to attend and caregiving is available during the meetings for your grandchildren (one week’s notice needed for each meeting). For more information or to register\, please call (989) 732-1122.* \n\nGrandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group Meeting Schedule (March – May\, 2026) \n\n*The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group is funded in part through a grant from the Region 9 Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/grandparents-raising-grandchildren-support-group/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260401T143000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20260304T190350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T192133Z
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SUMMARY:Tender\, Loving Caregivers Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging sponsors Tender\, Loving Caregivers (TLC)\, an empowerment group that is targeted toward individuals caring for loved ones with memory loss.  \nThe group generally meets monthly\, with each meeting consisting of two components:  Caregiving 101 is an educational period that often includes a guest speaker and community resources. The Q&A Session focuses on dialogue specifically regarding your loved ones\, relative to the topic of the session. \nRespite care during meetings is available.* To sign up\, call (989) 732-1122. \nTender\, Loving Caregivers Support Group Meeting Flyer (April – June 2026) \n*The Tender\, Loving Caregivers Support Group and meeting respite care are funded in part through a grant from the Region 9 Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/tender-loving-caregivers-support-group-meeting/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260331T170000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20251008T195622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T191816Z
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SUMMARY:Cancer & Friends Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging (OCCOA) sponsors a monthly support group\, Cancer & Friends.  The group meets on the last Tuesday of the month and welcomes and assists cancer patients\, survivors\, spouses\, friends\, family members\, and professional and unpaid caregivers.  \n2026 Cancer & Friends Support Group Meeting Schedule Flyer – Updated 02-12-2026 \nThe Cancer & Friends Support Group is funded in part from the T.A.C.K.L.E. Fund through the Otsego Community Foundation. 
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/cancer-friends-support-group-meeting/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T153000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20260224T182601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T203925Z
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SUMMARY:Parkinson Support group
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging sponsors a Parkinson Support Group which generally meets on the fourth Thursday of the month to provide supprt and education to people living with Parkinson disease\, as well as their care partners. People living with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners are invited to attend.  \nParkinson Support Group Schedule (January – March 2026)
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/parkinson-support-group-2-2/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging – Upper-Level Multipurpose Space\, 1165 Elkview Ave\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260318T163000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20260218T134753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T144609Z
UID:10028946-1773846000-1773851400@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Grief Education & Support
DESCRIPTION:Regarding Grief Education & Support Services\, in partnership with the Otsego County Commission on Aging (OCCOA)\, is pleased to offer monthly Grief Education & Support meetings. The meetings are ed by experienced facilitators trained by certified grief educators Julie Kettlewell and Mallory Barnes.  \nMeetings are open to anyone 18 or older in need of grief education and support. There is no charge to attend.  Please call (989) 732-1122 for more information. \nGrief Education & Support Meetings  Flyer \n 
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/monthly-grief-education-support-3/2026-03-18/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260312T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20260316T203256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T203445Z
UID:10041876-1773309600-1773315000@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent again? This time\, raising your own grandchildren? \nOCCOA offers a monthly Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group on the second Thursday of each month to help and care for grandparents who are in a parenting role. Each meeting includes information\, education\, and support.  \nThere is no charge to attend and caregiving is available during the meetings for your grandchildren (one week’s notice needed for each meeting). For more information or to register\, please call (989) 732-1122.* \n\nGrandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group Meeting Schedule (March – May\, 2026) \n\n*The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group is funded in part through a grant from the Region 9 Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/grandparents-raising-grandchildren-support-group/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260304T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260304T143000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20260106T164134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T164309Z
UID:10036686-1772629200-1772634600@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Tender\, Loving Caregivers support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging sponsors Tender\, Loving Caregivers (TLC)\, an empowerment group that is targeted toward individuals caring for loved ones with memory loss.  \nThe group generally meets monthly\, with each meeting consisting of two components:  Caregiving 101 is an educational period that often includes a guest speaker and community resources. The Q&A Session focuses on dialogue specifically regarding your loved ones\, relative to the topic of the session. \nRespite care during meetings is available.* To sign up\, call (989) 732-1122. \nTender\, Loving Caregivers Support Group Meeting Flyer \n*The Tender\, Loving Caregivers Support Group and meeting respite care are funded in part through a grant from the Region 9 Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/tender-loving-caregivers-support-group-2/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260226T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260226T153000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20260224T182601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T203925Z
UID:10030754-1772114400-1772119800@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Parkinson Support group
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging sponsors a Parkinson Support Group which generally meets on the fourth Thursday of the month to provide supprt and education to people living with Parkinson disease\, as well as their care partners. People living with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners are invited to attend.  \nParkinson Support Group Schedule (January – March 2026)
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/parkinson-support-group-2-2/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging – Upper-Level Multipurpose Space\, 1165 Elkview Ave\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20251008T195622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T191816Z
UID:10033136-1771947000-1771952400@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Cancer & Friends Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging (OCCOA) sponsors a monthly support group\, Cancer & Friends.  The group meets on the last Tuesday of the month and welcomes and assists cancer patients\, survivors\, spouses\, friends\, family members\, and professional and unpaid caregivers.  \n2026 Cancer & Friends Support Group Meeting Schedule Flyer – Updated 02-12-2026 \nThe Cancer & Friends Support Group is funded in part from the T.A.C.K.L.E. Fund through the Otsego Community Foundation. 
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/cancer-friends-support-group-meeting/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260212T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20260316T203017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T203018Z
UID:10041875-1770890400-1770895800@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent again? This time\, raising your own grandchildren? \nOCCOA offers a monthly Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group on the second Thursday of each month to help and care for grandparents who are in a parenting role. Each meeting includes information\, education\, and support.  \nThere is no charge to attend and caregiving is available during the meetings for your grandchildren (one week’s notice needed for each meeting). For more information or to register\, please call (989) 732-1122.* \n\nGrandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group Meeting Schedule (January – February) \n\n*The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group is funded in part through a grant from the Region 9 Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/grandparents-raising-grandchildren-support-group-meeting-2-2-2/2026-02-12/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260207T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20250903T194016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T144725Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Grief Education & Support
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging (OCCOA) partners with Regarding Grief Education & Support Services to offer two monthly grief support groups. Groups are led by experienced facilitators trained by Certified Grief Educators Julie Kettlewell and Mallory Barnes. Meetings include grief education\, sharing\, and Q & A. \nParticipants may choose to attend one of two meeting days on the first Saturday or third Wednesday.  Groups are open to anyone 18 or older in need of grief support. There is no charge to attend.* Call (989) 732-1122 for more information. \nMonthly Grief Support Group Flyer \n* The Grief Support Groups are funded in part through a grant from the Region 9 Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/monthly-grief-educatrion-support-2/2026-02-07/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260204T143000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20260106T164134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T164309Z
UID:10036685-1770210000-1770215400@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Tender\, Loving Caregivers support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging sponsors Tender\, Loving Caregivers (TLC)\, an empowerment group that is targeted toward individuals caring for loved ones with memory loss.  \nThe group generally meets monthly\, with each meeting consisting of two components:  Caregiving 101 is an educational period that often includes a guest speaker and community resources. The Q&A Session focuses on dialogue specifically regarding your loved ones\, relative to the topic of the session. \nRespite care during meetings is available.* To sign up\, call (989) 732-1122. \nTender\, Loving Caregivers Support Group Meeting Flyer \n*The Tender\, Loving Caregivers Support Group and meeting respite care are funded in part through a grant from the Region 9 Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/tender-loving-caregivers-support-group-2/2026-02-04/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260127T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260127T170000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20251008T195622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T191816Z
UID:10033135-1769527800-1769533200@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Cancer & Friends Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging (OCCOA) sponsors a monthly support group\, Cancer & Friends.  The group meets on the last Tuesday of the month and welcomes and assists cancer patients\, survivors\, spouses\, friends\, family members\, and professional and unpaid caregivers.  \n2026 Cancer & Friends Support Group Meeting Schedule Flyer – Updated 02-12-2026 \nThe Cancer & Friends Support Group is funded in part from the T.A.C.K.L.E. Fund through the Otsego Community Foundation. 
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/cancer-friends-support-group-meeting/2026-01-27/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260121T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260121T163000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20250903T193435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T144543Z
UID:10028944-1769007600-1769013000@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Grief Education & Support
DESCRIPTION:Regarding Grief Education & Support Services\, in partnership with the Otsego County Commission on Aging (OCCOA)\, is pleased to offer Monthly Grief Support Groups. Two groups are currently avaiable and are led by experienced facilitators trained by certified grief educators Julie Kettlewell and Mallory Barnes.  \nGroups are open to anyone 18 or older in need of grief support and are available on the third Wednesday of the month (3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.) or on the third Saturdday of the month (10:30 a.m. to noon). Please call (989) 732-1122 to reserve a seat in one of the two groups. \nMonthly Grief Support Groups Flyer \n 
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/monthly-grief-education-support/2026-01-21/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260115T153000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20251008T195128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200010Z
UID:10033120-1768485600-1768491000@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Parkinson Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging sponsors a Parkinson Support Group which generally meets on the fourth Thursday of the month. In November and December\, the group will meet on the third Thursday due to the holidays scheduled on the fourth Thursday. People living with Parkinson disease and their care partners are invited to attend.  \nParkinson Support Group October – December Flyer – Updated 11-05-2025
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/parkinson-support-group-meeting/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging – Upper-Level Multipurpose Space\, 1165 Elkview Ave\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260108T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20260316T203017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T203018Z
UID:10033183-1767866400-1767871800@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent again? This time\, raising your own grandchildren? \nOCCOA offers a monthly Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group on the second Thursday of each month to help and care for grandparents who are in a parenting role. Each meeting includes information\, education\, and support.  \nThere is no charge to attend and caregiving is available during the meetings for your grandchildren (one week’s notice needed for each meeting). For more information or to register\, please call (989) 732-1122.* \n\nGrandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group Meeting Schedule (January – February) \n\n*The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group is funded in part through a grant from the Region 9 Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/grandparents-raising-grandchildren-support-group-meeting-2-2-2/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260106T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20260102T190229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T205324Z
UID:10034688-1767713400-1767718800@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Cancer & Friends Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging (OCCOA) sponsors a monthly support group\, Cancer & Friends.  The group meets on the last Tuesday of the month and welcomes and assists cancer patients\, survivors\, spouses\, friends\, family members\, and professional and unpaid caregivers. \n2026 Cancer & Friends Support Group Meeting Schedule Flyer \nThe Cancer & Friends Support Group is funded in part from the T.A.C.K.L.E. Fund through the Otsego Community Foundation.
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/cancer-friends-support-group-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260103T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20250903T194016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T144725Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Grief Education & Support
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging (OCCOA) partners with Regarding Grief Education & Support Services to offer two monthly grief support groups. Groups are led by experienced facilitators trained by Certified Grief Educators Julie Kettlewell and Mallory Barnes. Meetings include grief education\, sharing\, and Q & A. \nParticipants may choose to attend one of two meeting days on the first Saturday or third Wednesday.  Groups are open to anyone 18 or older in need of grief support. There is no charge to attend.* Call (989) 732-1122 for more information. \nMonthly Grief Support Group Flyer \n* The Grief Support Groups are funded in part through a grant from the Region 9 Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/monthly-grief-educatrion-support-2/2026-01-03/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T153000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20260217T200459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T200500Z
UID:10041216-1766066400-1766071800@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Parkinson Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging sponsors a Parkinson Support Group which generally meets on the fourth Thursday of the month. In November and December\, the group will meet on the third Thursday due to the holidays scheduled on the fourth Thursday. People living with Parkinson disease and their care partners are invited to attend.  \nParkinson Support Group October – December Flyer – Updated 11-05-2025
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/parkinson-support-group-meeting-2/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging – Upper-Level Multipurpose Space\, 1165 Elkview Ave\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251218T153000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20251008T195128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200010Z
UID:10033119-1766066400-1766071800@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Parkinson Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging sponsors a Parkinson Support Group which generally meets on the fourth Thursday of the month. In November and December\, the group will meet on the third Thursday due to the holidays scheduled on the fourth Thursday. People living with Parkinson disease and their care partners are invited to attend.  \nParkinson Support Group October – December Flyer – Updated 11-05-2025
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/parkinson-support-group-meeting/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging – Upper-Level Multipurpose Space\, 1165 Elkview Ave\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251217T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251217T163000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20250903T193435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T144543Z
UID:10028943-1765983600-1765989000@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Grief Education & Support
DESCRIPTION:Regarding Grief Education & Support Services\, in partnership with the Otsego County Commission on Aging (OCCOA)\, is pleased to offer Monthly Grief Support Groups. Two groups are currently avaiable and are led by experienced facilitators trained by certified grief educators Julie Kettlewell and Mallory Barnes.  \nGroups are open to anyone 18 or older in need of grief support and are available on the third Wednesday of the month (3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.) or on the third Saturdday of the month (10:30 a.m. to noon). Please call (989) 732-1122 to reserve a seat in one of the two groups. \nMonthly Grief Support Groups Flyer \n 
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/monthly-grief-education-support/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251211T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20251201T193005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T205658Z
UID:10033179-1765447200-1765452600@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent again? This time raising your own grandchildren? \nOCCOA has established a monthly Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group on the second Thursday of each month to help and care for grandparents who are in a parenting role. Each meeting will include information\, education\, and support.  \nPlease note: Free caregiving for your grandchildren is available during meetings with a minimum of one week’s notification prior to each meeting. For reservations\, please call (989) 732-1122. \nGrandparents Raising Grandchildren Flyer – December 11\, 2025
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/grandparents-raising-grandchildren-support-group-meeting-2-3/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251206T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20250903T194016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T144725Z
UID:10029214-1765017000-1765022400@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Grief Education & Support
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging (OCCOA) partners with Regarding Grief Education & Support Services to offer two monthly grief support groups. Groups are led by experienced facilitators trained by Certified Grief Educators Julie Kettlewell and Mallory Barnes. Meetings include grief education\, sharing\, and Q & A. \nParticipants may choose to attend one of two meeting days on the first Saturday or third Wednesday.  Groups are open to anyone 18 or older in need of grief support. There is no charge to attend.* Call (989) 732-1122 for more information. \nMonthly Grief Support Group Flyer \n* The Grief Support Groups are funded in part through a grant from the Region 9 Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/monthly-grief-educatrion-support-2/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20251008T195622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T191816Z
UID:10033133-1764084600-1764090000@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Cancer & Friends Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging (OCCOA) sponsors a monthly support group\, Cancer & Friends.  The group meets on the last Tuesday of the month and welcomes and assists cancer patients\, survivors\, spouses\, friends\, family members\, and professional and unpaid caregivers.  \n2026 Cancer & Friends Support Group Meeting Schedule Flyer – Updated 02-12-2026 \nThe Cancer & Friends Support Group is funded in part from the T.A.C.K.L.E. Fund through the Otsego Community Foundation. 
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/cancer-friends-support-group-meeting/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251120T153000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20260217T200459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T200500Z
UID:10033121-1763647200-1763652600@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Parkinson Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging sponsors a Parkinson Support Group which generally meets on the fourth Thursday of the month. In November and December\, the group will meet on the third Thursday due to the holidays scheduled on the fourth Thursday. People living with Parkinson disease and their care partners are invited to attend.  \nParkinson Support Group October – December Flyer – Updated 11-05-2025
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/parkinson-support-group-meeting-2/2025-11-20/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging – Upper-Level Multipurpose Space\, 1165 Elkview Ave\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251120T153000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20251008T195128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200010Z
UID:10033118-1763647200-1763652600@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Parkinson Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging sponsors a Parkinson Support Group which generally meets on the fourth Thursday of the month. In November and December\, the group will meet on the third Thursday due to the holidays scheduled on the fourth Thursday. People living with Parkinson disease and their care partners are invited to attend.  \nParkinson Support Group October – December Flyer – Updated 11-05-2025
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/parkinson-support-group-meeting/2025-11-20/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging – Upper-Level Multipurpose Space\, 1165 Elkview Ave\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251119T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251119T163000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20250903T193435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T144543Z
UID:10028942-1763564400-1763569800@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Grief Education & Support
DESCRIPTION:Regarding Grief Education & Support Services\, in partnership with the Otsego County Commission on Aging (OCCOA)\, is pleased to offer Monthly Grief Support Groups. Two groups are currently avaiable and are led by experienced facilitators trained by certified grief educators Julie Kettlewell and Mallory Barnes.  \nGroups are open to anyone 18 or older in need of grief support and are available on the third Wednesday of the month (3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.) or on the third Saturdday of the month (10:30 a.m. to noon). Please call (989) 732-1122 to reserve a seat in one of the two groups. \nMonthly Grief Support Groups Flyer \n 
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/monthly-grief-education-support/2025-11-19/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251113T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T154812
CREATED:20251023T152122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T192747Z
UID:10033148-1763028000-1763033400@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent again? This time raising your own grandchildren? \nOCCOA has established a monthly Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group on the second Thursday of each month to help and care for grandparents who are in a parenting role. Each meeting will include information\, education\, and support.  \nPlease note: Free caregiving for your grandchildren is available during meetings with a minimum of one week’s notification prior to each meeting. For reservations\, please call (989) 732-1122. \nGrandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group – Revised Meeting Flyer
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/grandparents-raising-grandchildren-support-group-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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