(Syracuse, NY- Dec. 2014) The challenges and emotions that come with caregiving for an individual with Alzheimer\u2019s disease or other form of dementia can be overwhelming. The Alzheimer\u2019s Association, Central New York Chapter invites local caregivers to join a community of their peers by attending a support group.<\/p>\n
Caregiving for someone with Alzheimer\u2019s disease or another form of dementia can be a stressful endeavor surrounded by anxiety, worry and guilt. Caregivers may 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\u2019s disease or a related form of dementia.<\/p>\n
Caregiver support groups promote an open forum of sharing and discussion among people facing many of the same issues. The group\u2019s power rests within its members\u2019 ability to show compassion, develop strategies and empower its members to provide the highest quality care possible.<\/p>\n
Early-stage groups provide peer-to-peer conversation and support for individuals specifically diagnosed in the disease\u2019s early stages. Groups are open to the individual with the disease and the caregiver (as noted). 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\u00a01-800-272-3900\u00a0or email\u00a0cny-programs@alz.org.<\/p>\n
Upcoming meetings include:<\/p>\n
Early-Stage Support Groups<\/p>\n
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Ithaca\u00a0(Person With Dementia Only)<\/p>\n
Longview<\/p>\n
1 Bella Vista Dr.<\/p>\n
3rd\u00a0Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 21,\u00a0Feb. 18<\/p>\n
Kim Owen:\u00a0(607) 375-6320<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
DeWitt\u00a0(Person With Dementia & Caregiver)<\/p>\n
Pebble Hill Presbyterian Church<\/p>\n
5299 Jamesville Rd.<\/p>\n
3rd\u00a0Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 21,\u00a0Feb. 18<\/p>\n
Katrina Skeval:\u00a0(315) 472-4201 x103<\/p>\n
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Caregiver Support Groups<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Broome County<\/p>\n
Binghamton<\/p>\n
Boulevard United Methodist Church, 113 Grand Blvd.<\/p>\n
1st & 3rd Monday, 7 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 5 and 19,\u00a0Feb. 2 and 16<\/p>\n
Church:\u00a0(607) 797-5675<\/p>\n
Andrea Wright:\u00a0(607) 239-4618<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Good Shepherd Fairview Home, 80 Fairview Ave.<\/p>\n
2nd\u00a0Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 14, Feb. 11<\/p>\n
Christa Webb:\u00a0(607) 724-2477<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Johnson City<\/p>\n
United Methodist Homes Hilltop Campus. 286 Deyo Hill Rd.<\/p>\n
3rd\u00a0Wednesday, 4 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 21,\u00a0Feb. 18<\/p>\n
Aaron Ampula:\u00a0(607) 798-1002 x236<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Vestal<\/p>\n
Emeritus at Woodland Place, 421 Plaza Dr.<\/p>\n
1st\u00a0Tuesday, 6 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 6,\u00a0Feb. 3<\/p>\n
Kristen Campbell:\u00a0(607) 771-1700<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Chenango County<\/p>\n
Norwich<\/p>\n
United Church of Christ, First Congregational, 11 W. Main St.<\/p>\n
3rd\u00a0Thursday, 6 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 15,\u00a0Feb. 19<\/p>\n
Dianne Antaya:\u00a0(607) 337-1034<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Cortland County<\/p>\n
Cortland<\/p>\n
Walden Place, 839 Bennie Rd.<\/p>\n
3rd\u00a0Wednesday, 12:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 21,\u00a0Feb. 18<\/p>\n
Faye Strauf:\u00a0(607) 756-8101<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Jefferson County<\/p>\n
Watertown<\/p>\n
Samaritan Keep Home, 133 Pratt St.<\/p>\n
4th\u00a0Wednesday, 1 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 28,\u00a0Feb. 25<\/p>\n
Melissa Montondo: (315) 785-4449<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Lewis County<\/p>\n
Lowville<\/p>\n
Lewis County Office for the Aging, 5439 Shady Ave.<\/p>\n
3rd\u00a0Thursday, Noon<\/p>\n
Jan. 15,\u00a0Feb. 19<\/p>\n
Lisa Monks: (315) 376-5617<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Oneida County<\/p>\n
Clinton<\/p>\n
Clare Bridge Clinton, 115 Brookside Rd.<\/p>\n
Last Wednesday, 3 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 28,\u00a0Feb. 25<\/p>\n
Dianne Mahanna & Laura Wratten: (315) 859-1947<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Onondaga County<\/p>\n
Baldwinsville<\/p>\n
Baldwinsville Methodist Church, 17 W. Genesee St.<\/p>\n
2nd\u00a0Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 13,\u00a0Feb. 10<\/p>\n
Eileen Krupka: (315) 638-0814<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Liverpool<\/p>\n
Keepsake Village at Greenpoint, 138 Old Liverpool Rd.<\/p>\n
2nd\u00a0Saturday, 10 a.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 10,\u00a0Feb. 14<\/p>\n
Florence Felt & Skip Collins:<\/p>\n
(315) 849-2140<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Manlius<\/p>\n
Manlius Public Library, 1 Arkie Albanese Way<\/p>\n
4th\u00a0Tuesday, 7 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 27,\u00a0Feb. 24<\/p>\n
Claire Duffy: (315) 247-1775<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
North Syracuse<\/p>\n
Andrews Memorial Church, 106 Church St.<\/p>\n
3rd\u00a0Tuesday, 1 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 20,\u00a0Feb. 17<\/p>\n
Chapter Staff: (315) 472-4201<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Skaneateles<\/p>\n
The Athenaeum of Skaneateles, 150 E. Genesee St.<\/p>\n
Last Thursday, 2 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 29,\u00a0Feb. 26<\/p>\n
Trudy Scarr: (315) 685-1400<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Syracuse<\/p>\n
The Centers at St. Camillus, 813 Fay Rd.<\/p>\n
3rd\u00a0Tuesday, 5:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 20,\u00a0Feb. 17<\/p>\n
Ellen Somers: (315) 488-2951 x406<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
The Hearth on James, 830 James St.<\/p>\n
1st & 3rd\u00a0Thursday, 1 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 15,\u00a0Feb. 5 and 19<\/p>\n
John Ryan: (315) 463-0308<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Syracuse V.A. Hospital, 800 Irving Ave.<\/p>\n
1st & 3rd\u00a0Wednesday, 1 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 7 and 21,\u00a0Feb. 4 and 18<\/p>\n
Louise Choroser and Eileen Welch: (315) 425-4400<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Oswego County<\/p>\n
Central Square<\/p>\n
Divine Mercy Parish Center (St. Michael\u2019s), 592 S. Main St.<\/p>\n
4th Monday, 7 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 26, Feb. 23<\/p>\n
Gail Lauricella: (315) 676-7533<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Oswego<\/p>\n
The Manor at Seneca Hill, 20 Manor Dr.<\/p>\n
4th\u00a0Wednesday, 7 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 28,\u00a0Feb. 25<\/p>\n
Dianne Morrisette: (315) 349-5341<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
St. Lawrence County<\/p>\n
Canton<\/p>\n
Maplewood, 205 State Street Rd.<\/p>\n
1st\u00a0Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 6,\u00a0Feb. 3<\/p>\n
Sue Denesha: (315) 347-3347<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Gouverneur<\/p>\n
Gouverneur Hospital Education Ctr., 77 W. Barney St.<\/p>\n
1st Monday, 6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 5,\u00a0Feb. 2<\/p>\n
Fred & Nancy Dunkelberg: (315) 287-0276<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Massena<\/p>\n
Highland Nursing Home, 182 Highland Rd.<\/p>\n
3rd\u00a0Tuesday, 5:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 20,\u00a0Feb. 17<\/p>\n
Ellen Wilson & Tanya Bolia: (315) 769-9956<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Ogdensburg<\/p>\n
Riverledge Health Care & Rehabilitation Center, 8101 State Hwy. 68<\/p>\n
2nd\u00a0Tuesday, 5 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 13,\u00a0Feb. 10<\/p>\n
Melissa Burke: (315) 393-0730<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Tioga County<\/p>\n
Owego<\/p>\n
Tioga Opportunities, Inc., 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd.<\/p>\n
3rd\u00a0Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 21,\u00a0Feb. 18<\/p>\n
Arlene Wales & Amanda Kushner (607) 687-4120<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Tompkins County<\/p>\n
Ithaca<\/p>\n
Lifelong, 119 W. Court St.<\/p>\n
1st\u00a0Wednesday, 6 p.m.<\/p>\n
Jan. 7,\u00a0Feb. 4<\/p>\n
Nicole Roulstin: (607) 279-5525<\/p>\n
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