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Get the emotional support you need
We have many support groups in the East Central Iowa area, at various times and locations. If you prefer, call our 24/7 Helpline - 800.272.3900 - for more information.
Early Stage Support Group
The Alzheimer's Association East Central Iowa Chapter is now offering an Early Stage Support Group for those individuals and families experiencing the early stages of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The monthly support groups are free of charge. If you have questions or are interested in the Early Stage Support Group, please contact the Alzheimer's Association at 800.272.3900.
Telephone Talk
Get your questions about Alzheimer's answered over your lunch hour. Every 4th Wednesday of the month from 12 to 1 p.m.
Call 1.800.272.3900 for more information.
Telephone Talk
Connect with Others Online
The Alzheimer’s Association message boards and chat rooms provide a virtual online community for persons with Alzheimer's, caregivers and care providers. Our message boards have thousands of registered members from around the United States and thousands more who refer to the stories and information that is available 24 hours a day.
Join the Alzheimer’s Association online community.
Support Group Facilitator Training
Support groups are peer or professionally led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer’s disease. All Alzheimer’s Association support groups are facilitated by trained individuals.
The Alzheimer's Association offers training for those interested in facilitating or co-facilitating a support group in a community or independent living setting. Qualifications for leading a support group include:
- General knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders Experience as a caregiver or working directly with caregivers
- A willingness to seek out and provide up to date information on research, care and treatment to group members
- A lack of personal agenda for facilitating the group, such as job requirement or a marketing aide to enhance the reputation of a program
- Must have a satisfactory criminal background check
If you meet the prerequisites and are interested in becoming a facilitator, please contact the Alzheimer’s Association East Central Iowa Chapter at (319) 294-9699 or toll-free at (800) 272-3900 to begin the application process.
Upcoming Support Group Facilitator Trainings: Please contact us at 800.272.3900 for more information.Support groups listed by county
Allamakee County
A free telephone support group is offered over the lunch hour from 12:00pm to 1:00pm on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Please contact Christine by the 15th of each month to make a reservation. Call 319.294.9699 or toll-free at 800.272.3900 to join our FREE and CONFIDENTIAL telephone support group.
Benton County
Vinton
2nd Wednesday of the month
1:00 p.m.
Windsor Manor
1807 W. 5th St.
Facilitator: Sharon Carpenter
Black Hawk County
Waterloo
3rd Monday of the month
1:30 p.m.
Friendship Village Chapel
600 Park Lane
Facilitators: Bev McCadam & Julie Thomas
*Respite is available through Newel Post. Reservations are required. Please call 319.234.1391
Bremer County
Janesville
2nd Thursday of the month
3:00 p.m.
Janesville Methodist Church
424 Sycamore St.
Facilitator: Mary Schnepf
Buchanan County
A free telephone support group is offered over the lunch hour from 12:00pm to 1:00pm on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Please contact Christine by the 15th of each month to make a reservation. Call 319.294.9699 or toll-free at 800.272.3900 to join our FREE and CONFIDENTIAL telephone support group.
Butler County
Allison
Meets as needed
Please call 800.272.3900 to register
Allison Public Library
412 3rd Street
Facilitators: Karen Souhrada and Lisa Swaney
Cedar County
A free telephone support group is offered over the lunch hour from 12:00pm to 1:00pm on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Please contact Christine by the 15th of each month to make a reservation. Call 319.294.9699 or toll-free at 800.272.3900 to join our FREE and CONFIDENTIAL telephone support group.
Chickasaw County
Nashua
3rd Thursday of the month
1:30pm
United Methodist Church
314 Brasher Street
Facilitator: Diania Rankin
Clayton County
Strawberry Point
2nd Wednesday of the month
12:30 p.m.
Gernand Center
313 Elkader Street
Facilitator: Cathy Mills
Guttenberg
Last Thursday of the month
7:00 p.m.
Living Water Bible Church
119 Highway 52 S
Facilitator: David Poggenklass
Fayette County
A free telephone support group is offered over the lunch hour from 12:00pm to 1:00pm on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Please contact Christine by the 15th of each month to make a reservation. Call 319.294.9699 or toll-free at 800.272.3900 to join our FREE and CONFIDENTIAL telephone support group.
Grundy County
A free telephone support group is offered over the lunch hour from 12:00pm to 1:00pm on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Please contact Christine by the 15th of each month to make a reservation. Call 319.294.9699 or toll-free at 800.272.3900 to join our FREE and CONFIDENTIAL telephone support group.
Howard County
A free telephone support group is offered over the lunch hour from 12:00pm to 1:00pm on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Please contact Christine by the 15th of each month to make a reservation. Call 319.294.9699 or toll-free at 800.272.3900 to join our FREE and CONFIDENTIAL telephone support group.
Iowa County
A free telephone support group is offered over the lunch hour from 12:00pm to 1:00pm on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Please contact Christine by the 15th of each month to make a reservation. Call 319.294.9699 or toll-free at 800.272.3900 to join our FREE and CONFIDENTIAL telephone support group.
Johnson County
A free telephone support group is offered over the lunch hour from 12:00pm to 1:00pm on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Please contact Christine by the 15th of each month to make a reservation. Call 319.294.9699 or toll-free at 800.272.3900 to join our FREE and CONFIDENTIAL telephone support group.
Jones County
A free telephone support group is offered over the lunch hour from 12:00pm to 1:00pm on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Please contact Christine by the 15th of each month to make a reservation. Call 319.294.9699 or toll-free at 800.272.3900 to join our FREE and CONFIDENTIAL telephone support group.
Linn County
Cedar Rapids
2nd Thursday of the month
10:30 a.m.
Alzheimer's Association East Central Iowa Chapter
317 Seventh Ave. SE, Ste. 402
Facilitator: Amanda Miller
Cedar Rapids
3rd Monday of the month
6:30 p.m.
St. Luke's Hospital
1026 A Ave. NE
Facilitator: Brenda Valenta
Cedar Rapids
2nd Monday of the month
6:00 p.m.
St. Anthony Room at St. Pius Hall.
St Pius Church
4949 Council Street Northeast
Facilitator: Nancy Hora
Marion
1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month
1:30 p.m.
Lutheran Church of the Resurrection
3500 29th Ave
Facilitators: Marlys Claussen and Carole Butz
Tama County
A free telephone support group is offered over the lunch hour from 12:00pm to 1:00pm on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Please contact Christine by the 15th of each month to make a reservation. Call 319.294.9699 or toll-free at 800.272.3900 to join our FREE and CONFIDENTIAL telephone support group.
Washington County
Washington
1st Monday of the month
6:30 p.m.
United Presbyterian Church
209 E. Washington Street
Facilitator: Connie Crossett
*No meetings are held in January or February
Washington
3rd Thursday of the month
2:00 p.m.
Halcyon House
1124 South Ave B
Facilitator: Bonnie Boshart
Wellman (Respite provided)
2nd Monday of the month
4:00 p.m.
Silver Pond Independent Living
1400 6th Ave
Facilitator: Jen Newman-Carney
Winneshiek County
A free telephone support group is offered over the lunch hour from 12:00pm to 1:00pm on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Please contact Christine by the 15th of each month to make a reservation. Call 319.294.9699 or toll-free at 800.272.3900 to join our FREE and CONFIDENTIAL telephone support group.
