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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 - 1.800.272.3900 - 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 1.800.272.3900.
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
When facing Alzheimer’s disease, it helps to connect with others who relate to your experiences. ALZConnected is a online social networking community where people with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers and others affected by the disease can share questions and form new connections. ALZConnected is powered by the Alzheimer’s Association and can be easily accessed by visiting www.alzconnected.org.
On ALZConnected, you don’t have to explain what it means to live with Alzheimer’s. The other users know, and are willing to offer their advice and solutions to common challenges. We’ll help you to form “connections” with other users, matching you based on common criteria. Tap into a diverse community via our message boards, or create a private group organized around a specific topic.
Click here to visit ALZConnected and join a community of support for those facing Alzheimer’s. For more information contact our 24/7 Helpline at 1.800.272.3900.
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 Shar Jones at 319-294-9699 or sjones@alz.org to begin the application process.
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
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.
Black Hawk County
Cedar Falls
2nd Monday of the month
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Nazareth Lutheran Church
7401 University Avenue
Facilitator: Sindy Mason & Kristie Wood
Cedar Falls
3rd Tuesday of the month
5:00 p.m.
Alzheimer's Association East Central Iowa Chapter
2616 Orchard Drive, Suite B
Facilitator: Chris Hofeldt
Waterloo
3rd Monday of the month
1:30 p.m.
Friendship Village Chapel
600 Park Lane
Facilitators: Bev McCadam & Julie Thomas
Bremer County
Janesville
2nd Thursday of the month
5:30 p.m.
Janesville Methodist Church
424 Sycamore St.
Facilitator: Mary Schnepf
Waverly
1st Tuesday of the month
12:00 p.m.
Waverly Health Center
Tendrils Rooftop Garden
312 9th Street SW
Facilitators: Cathryn Baumgartner & Kris Meyer
Buchanan County
Independence
Last Tuesday of the month
1:00 p.m.
Independence Public Library
Community Room
805 1st Street E
Facilitator: Amy Holle
*Respite is available through the Darrell E. Davis Adult Day Center. Please call Jaci at 319.334.2401 to make arrangements.
Butler County
Parkersburg
4th Monday of the month
6:30 p.m.
Parker Place Retirement Community
707 Highway 57
Facilitator: Tracey Huisinga
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
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.
Clayton County
Strawberry Point
2nd Wednesday of the month
12:30 p.m.
Gernand Center
313 Elkader Street
Facilitators: Cathy Mills & Linda Trettin
Guttenberg
Last Thursday of the month
7:00 p.m.
Living Water Bible Church
119 Highway 52 S
Facilitators: David Poggenklass & Joan Eulberg
Fayette County
Oelwein
4th Wednesday of the month
1:00 p.m.
Grandview HealthCare Center
800 5th Street SE
Facilitators: Linda Jensen & Allison Holthaus
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
Iowa City
1st Sunday of the month
12:30 p.m.
Johnson County Senior Center, Room 205
28 South Linn Street
Facilitator: Gwen Elling
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, Suite 402
Facilitator: Shar Jones
Cedar Rapids
3rd Monday of the month
6:30 p.m.
St. Luke's Hospital, Room 193
1026 A Ave. NE
Facilitator: Brenda Valenta
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
Marion
Last Sunday of the month
9:45 a.m.
St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Church Library
8300 C Avenue NE
Facilitator: Melissa Hammersland
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
*No Meeting in June
1st Monday of the month
6:30 p.m.
United Presbyterian Church
209 E. Washington Street
Facilitator: Connie Crossett
Washington
3rd Thursday of the month
2:00 p.m.
Halcyon House
1124 South Avenue B
Facilitator: Bonnie Boshart
Wellman
2nd Monday of the month
4:00 p.m.
Silver Pond Independent Living
1400 6th Avenue
Facilitator: Jen Newman-Carney
*Respite care is available. Please call Jen at 319.646.2911 to make arrangements.
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.
