Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
A free, supportive space for people caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia.
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We are an outpatient clinic operating during set business hours. If you need immediate mental health support, call or text 988 or dial 2-1-1, option 1. If you or someone is in immediate physical danger, call 911.
What this group is about.
Our free Alzheimer’s caregivers’ support group is a lifeline for families. It is a place to turn for advice and encouragement, to feel connected, and to find a sense of belonging and purpose. The group helps put the experience of living alongside dementia in perspective, and offers support to move beyond a diagnosis. Together we share feelings confidentially, make friends, get help navigating the health care and legal systems, and learn from one another.
When it meets.
Every other Thursday, 10am EST, on Zoom.
How to join.
To learn more or RSVP, call or text Tom at 203-216-1800.
How it works
- Join via Zoom. Tom will open the meeting.
- You’ll meet others and hear them share their stories, positives and negatives.
- Share if you want to. Listen if you do not. There is no pressure either way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it really free?
Yes. Always.
Is it confidential?
What is shared in the group stays in the group. The facilitator will explain confidentiality at your first meeting.
Do I need to register?
Yes, please reach out to Tom for the contact info prior to your first meeting.
What if I cannot make every meeting?
Come when you can. There is no attendance requirement.
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