Alzheimer’s Association Announces Support Group Dates for November and December 2016

The Alzheimer’s Association, Central New York Chapter invites caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other form of dementia to join a community of their peers and attending a support group.

The challenges and emotions that come with caregiving for an individual with Alzheimer’s disease or other form of dementia can be overwhelming. It can be a stressful endeavor surrounded by anxiety, worry and guilt, and many feel as if they are alone in their journey. The reality is that a community of their peers exists to support one another. These peer- or professionally-led groups for individuals, caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer’s disease or a related form of dementia.

Caregiver support groups promote an open forum of sharing and discussion among people facing many of the same issues. The group’s power rests within its members’ ability to show compassion, develop strategies and empower its members to provide the highest quality care possible. Early-stage groups provide peer-to-peer conversation and support for individuals specifically diagnosed in the disease’s early stages. Groups are open to the individual with the disease and the caregiver (as noted), and advanced screening is recommended prior to attending by calling the office nearest you.

All support groups are free of charge to attend and facilitated by trained individuals. For more information, call 1-800-272-3900 or email cny-programs@alz.org. Upcoming meetings include:

Pebble Hill Presbyterian Church, 5299 Jamesville Rd.

3rd Wednesday, 4:30 p.m.

**Advance screening recommended by calling Katrina Kapustay at (315) 472-4201 x116

Johnson City

First Presbyterian Church of Johnson City, 2 Main St.

1st & 3rd Monday, 7 p.m.

Nov. 7 and 21; Dec. 5 and 19

United Methodist Homes Hilltop Campus, 286 Deyo Hill Rd.

3rd Wednesday, 4 p.m.

Vestal

Vestal Public Library, 320 Vestal Pkwy. East

1st Tuesday, 5:30 p.m.

Norwich

United Church of Christ, First Congregational, 11 W. Main St.

3rd Thursday, 6 p.m.

Cortland

Walden Place, 839 Bennie Rd.

3rd Wednesday, 12:30 p.m.

Watertown

Northern Regional Center for Independent Living, 210 Court St., #104

4th Tuesday, 4:30 p.m.

Lowville

Maple Ridge Center, 7421 East Rd.

3rd Thursday, 10 a.m.

Cazenovia

Community Resources for Independent Seniors, Cherry Valley Professional Plaza, 2662 Rte. 20 East

2nd Wednesday, 6 p.m.

Clinton

Brookdale Clinton, 115 Brookside Rd.

Last Wednesday, 1 p.m.

Rome

Rome Memorial Hospital, 1500 James St., Room 101

2nd Tuesday, 5 p.m.

Baldwinsville

Baldwinsville Methodist Church, 17 W. Genesee St.

2nd Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.

Liverpool

St. Joseph The Worker Church, 1001 Tulip St., 2nd Floor Library (use rear entrance)

2nd Saturday, 11 a.m.

Manlius

Manlius Public Library, 1 Arkie Albanese Way

4th Tuesday, 7 p.m.

Facilitator: Claire Duffy

North Syracuse

NOPL North Syracuse, 100 Trolley Barn Lane

3rd Tuesday, 3:15 p.m.

Skaneateles

Grace Chapel, 1674 U.S. Route 20

Last Thursday, 2 p.m.

Dec. 29 (November meeting TBA due to holiday)

Syracuse

The Centers at St. Camillus, 813 Fay Rd.

3rd Tuesday, 5:30 p.m.

The Hearth on James, 830 James St.

1st & 3rd Thursday, 1 p.m.

Nov. 3 and 17; Dec. 1 and 15

Syracuse V.A. Hospital, 800 Irving Ave., Room B905

1st Wednesday, 1 p.m.

Non-Veterans Welcome

Central Square

First Universalist Church of Central Square, 3243 Fulton Ave.

4th Monday, 7 p.m.

Nov. 28 (December meeting TBA due to holiday)

Oswego

The Manor at Seneca Hill, 20 Manor Dr.

4th Wednesday, 7 p.m.

Canton

Maplewood, 205 State Street Rd.

1st Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.

Massena

Massena Memorial Hospital, 1 Hospital Dr., Lower Level Conference Rm.

3rd Monday, 5:30 p.m.

Ogdensburg

Riverledge Health Care & Rehabilitation Ctr., 8101 State Hwy. 68

2nd Tuesday, 5 p.m.

Owego

Tioga Opportunities, Inc., 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd.

3rd Tuesday, 1:30 p.m.

Ithaca

Lifelong, 119 W. Court St.

1st Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.