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AARP Maryland Celebrates National Family Caregivers Month

Take a break, refresh and connect with fellow caregivers at our free events.

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Published October 15, 2026

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Every day, family caregivers across Maryland help parents, spouses, relatives, friends and neighbors live safely and independently. During National Family Caregivers Month this November, AARP Maryland is celebrating their work with a statewide series of free events designed to inform, support and inspire.

From CAREversations and educational workshops to wellness activities, pickleball clinics and a special screening of Wine, Women & Dementia, the 2026 Caregiving Blitz will offer caregivers and their families opportunities to connect, recharge and discover practical resources for the caregiving journey.

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CAREversations

CAREversations are welcoming, lightly facilitated discussions where family caregivers can connect, share practical tips and learn about resources to help them navigate their caregiving journey.

Prince George’s County
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
6 to 8:00 p.m.

Dave & Buster's Capitol Heights (Fun Room)
1851 Ritchie Station Court
Capitol Heights, MD, 20743
Details and registration at https://events.aarp.org/EAX4dD

Howard County
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
6 to 8:00 p.m.

Busboys and Poets - Columbia (Lucille Clifton Room)
6251 Mango Tree Road
Columbia, MD, 21044
Details and registration at https://events.aarp.org/gKPk2N

Anne Arundel County
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026
6 to 8:00 p.m.

Maggiano's Little Italy - Annapolis (Banquet Room)
2100 Annapolis Mall Road
Annapolis, MD, 21401
Details and registration at https://events.aarp.org/9AQ9mn

Health and Wellness: Take a Break and Get Moving

Enjoy light physical activity, connect with others and take a well-deserved break from the demands of caregiving.

Walk With a Doc
Take a step toward better health and enjoy great company with AARP Maryland’s Walk with a Doc in Columbia, MD. Held the second Saturday of the month, each walk begins with a short, easy-to-follow health chat led by a local healthcare professional, followed by a comfortable walk you can enjoy at your own pace.

Saturday, Nov.14, 2026
9 to 11:00 a.m.

Lake Kittamaqundi
10221 Wincopin Circle
Columbia, MD 21044
Details and registration at

Pickleball Clinics
Join us for pickleball, movement and connection—a fun opportunity to take a break, recharge and connect with others while supporting your caregiving journey.

Baltimore County
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
5 to 7:00 p.m.

Baltimore Pickleball Club
2125 Greenspring Drive
Lutherville Timonium, MD 21093.
Details and registration at https://events.aarp.org/PZx92D

Montgomery County
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026
5 to 7:00 p.m.

Montgomery Tennisplex
18010 Central Park Circle,
Boyds, MD, 20841.
Details and registration at https://events.aarp.org/vmORPo

Free Movie Screening and Panel Discussions

Wine, Women & Dementia
Join us for an in-person screening of Wine, Women, and Dementia, exploring the human side of dementia through the voices of family caregivers. Seeking healing and comfort, caregivers swap stories of love, humor, devotion from their heartbreaking journeys caring for their loved ones. After the screening, stay for a Q&A with filmmaker Kitty Norton.

Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Maryland Public Television
11767 Owings Mills Blvd.
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Details and registration at https://events.aarp.org/BVdaaD

Can’t make it to Owings Mills? The Maryland Department of Aging is hosting a series of watch parties at senior centers across the state. Visit their event website to find a location near you!

Partner Events

The We Care Conference brings caregivers, advocates, and service providers together to strengthen Maryland’s caregiver community and support families across the lifespan, at no cost to participants.

The day-long program includes:

Breakfast and networking opportunities
An opening session featuring Laila’s Gift’s mission and a preview of proposed caregiver legislation for the 2026 Maryland General Assembly
Keynote speaker and sponsor spotlights
A resource fair showcasing tools and services for caregivers and families

We C.A.R.E. Conference – Rooted in Strength
Thursday, Nov.19, 2026
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Anne Arundel Community College.
101 College Pkwy.
Arnold, MD 21012
*Registration details forthcoming

NOTE: This is not an AARP-sponsored event. Any information you provide will be governed by the sponsor organization’s data protection policies.

For additional caregiving events in Maryland, including virtual events you can enjoy at home, visit our local events page.

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