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Family Caregiver Peer Support

Monday, December 21, 2026

12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Monthly on the third Monday

Independence First540 S 1st St, Milwaukee, WI 53204Milwaukee, WI

Details:

Becoming a primary caregiver can bring unexpected challenges, changes, and questions. This monthly peer support group offers a welcoming space for caregivers—including parents, family members, and chosen caregivers—to connect, share experiences, and support one another.

Each session features a rotating topic focused on navigating life changes related to disability, chronic illness, progressive diagnoses, and aging. Participants are encouraged to engage in open conversation, learn from others, and build a sense of community with people who understand the caregiving journey.

The group meets on the third Monday of each month from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Independence First, 540 S 1st St, Milwaukee. Space is limited, and advance RSVP is required. Notify Erin Kamin at (414) 865-1925 or ekamin@independencefirst.org

2026 Sessions:
May 18
June 15
July 20
August 17
September 21
October 19
November 16
December 21

Reasonable Accommodations  
Independence First is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility when offering agency-sponsored events. Please notify Erin Kamin at (414) 865-1925 or ekamin@independencefirst.org with your disability-related accommodation requests by 2 days before the event. We will do our best to honor accommodation requests made after this date. 

Environmental Chemical Sensitivities 
For the safety and comfort of those with chemical and environmental sensitivities, Independence First requests that when attending agency-sponsored events, please refrain from using any perfumed products such as scented soaps, deodorants, perfumes, colognes and heavily scented fabric softeners. To maintain a smoke-free environment, please also refrain from smoking in paths of travel and doorways.