The Alzheimer’s Association Cleveland Area Chapter is introducing new support groups for friends, family and caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s and other dementia.
Caregiver support groups provide a consistent, caring place for discussion of the challenges of caregiving. Group members share experiences, tips and information, and offer support in a setting facilitated by trained volunteers. The groups offer a place to exchange practical information on challenges surrounding Alzheimer’s disease, as well as possible solutions and coping mechanisms. They also offer information about community resources.
Ashtabula
Ashtabula County District Library, 4335 Park Avenue
3rd Thursday of the month, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Lewy Body Dementia Caregiver Support Group (VIRTUAL)
Meets virtually the 2nd Tuesday of the month, 1:30 – 3:00 pm
Registration required at 800.272.3900
Lorain (Offered in English and Spanish)
Sacred Heart Chapel, 4301 Pearl Avenue
Last Wednesday of the month, 10:30 am – noon
Mayfield
Mayfield Village Community Room, 6621 Wilson Mills Road
2nd Wednesday of the month, 2:00 – 3:30 pm
Solon
Solon Senior Center, 35000 Portz Parkway
2nd Wednesday of the month, 1:00 – 2:30 pm
South Euclid
South Euclid Community Center, 1370 Victory Drive
4th Wednesday of the month, 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Willoughby
Willoughby Senior Center, 36939 Ridge Road
3rd Wednesday of the month, 1:30 – 3:00 pm
493,000 people are caring for 220,000 Ohioans aged 65 and older living with Alzheimer’s disease, according to the Alzheimer’s Association “2023 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures.” The number of Ohioans living with Alzheimer’s is expected to increase to 250,000 by 2025.
Those concerned about themselves or a loved one can contact the Alzheimer’s Association Cleveland Area Chapter at 216.342.5556 to schedule a care consultation and be connected to local resources.
