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Greater Richmond Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Groups
Early-stage support groups
Our early-stage support groups intend to provide a safe and positive environment for individuals who have a physician’s diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, another dementia or a related disorder. People who attend should be comfortable and open to discussing their diagnosis and symptoms in a group setting. Prescreening is required prior to enrollment. For more information, call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900.
Caregiver support groups
Our caregiver support groups offer comfort, reassurance, practical advice and a community of people who are facing similar challenges. These meetings are for unpaid family members or friends caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease, another dementia or a related disorder. People who attend should be comfortable and open to discussing their experience in a group setting.Support group details are updated regularly and subject to change. Call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 with your questions. Note that our caregiver support groups are not appropriate for professionals or paid caregivers.
- Richmond Area Support Groups
- Fredericksburg and Middle Peninsula/Northern Neck
- Virtual Caregiver Support Group
Memory Café
At a Memory Café, persons living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias and their loved ones enjoy socializing in a relaxed café setting. There is no set agenda. Families meet and socialize in an environment that is accepting and non-judgmental.Memory Café Richmond - 3rd Thursdays | 10:30 a.m. - Noon
For Persons with Memory Concerns & Caregivers
VCU Health Hub at 25th, 1330 N. 25th St., Suite A, Richmond, VA
Memory Cafe Chesterfield - 2nd Tuesdays | 10 - 11:30 a.m.
• Huguenot Road Baptist Church
Meetings in January, May and September
• Chesterfield Baptist Church
Meetings in February, June and October
• Bensley Community Building
Meetings in March, July and November
• Stonebridge Recreation Center
Meetings in April, August and December
Memory Cafe Fredericksburg - 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
For Persons with Memory Concerns and Caregivers
Fredericksburg Branch Library, 1201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Friday, April 25, 10:00-11:30
Friday, July 25, 10:00-11:30
Friday, October 24, 10:00-11:30
Memory Cafe Fredericksburg - 10:30 a.m.-12pm
For Persons with Memory Concerns and Caregivers
Salem Church Branch Library, 2607 Salem Church Road, Fredericksburg, VA 22407
Friday, March 21, 10:30-12:00
Friday, June 20, 10:30-12:00
Friday, September 19, 10:30-12:00
Friday, December 19, 10:30-12:00
ALZConnected® online community
ALZConnected is a free online community designed for people living with dementia and those who care for them. Members can post questions about dementia-related issues, offer support, and create public and private groups around specific topics.24/7 Helpline
Talk to a dementia expert with our free 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900. Help is available any time, day or night. Get confidential emotional support, crisis assistance, local resources and information in over 200 languages.Become a Support Group Facilitator
If you’re looking for a volunteer opportunity that gives you in-person contact with families that are coping with Alzheimer’s or other dementia, facilitating a support group might be a good fit for you.Our Support Group Facilitators help create a safe, open environment for caregivers or people living with dementia to share their feelings, thoughts and experiences. Volunteer as a Support Group Facilitator.
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