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    Hawaii Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Groups

    Hawaii Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Groups

    The Alzheimer’s Association holds local support groups for caregivers and individuals living with Alzheimer's and other dementias, from Honolulu to Hilo. The Alzheimer’s Association works to bring care and support to every community so that no one has to face dementia alone. Support groups create a safe, confidential and supportive environment. They give a chance for participants to develop mutual support and social relationships.

    Trained facilitators lead support groups via phone, video or in person. All services and resources are free.

    CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS BY COUNTY

    O’AHU

    East O'ahu (virtual)
    2nd Monday of the month
    7 – 9 PM
    To register, please contact Gina Plummer at 808.518.6648 or email geplummer@alz.org.

    Central (in-person)
    3rd Monday of the month
    6:30 – 8 PM
    The Plaza at Pearl City
    1048 Kuala Street, Pearl City
    To register, please contact Gina Plummer at 808.518.6648 or email geplummer@alz.org.

    Windward (in-person)
    4th Thursday of the month
    6:30 – 8 PM
    The Plaza at Kaneohe 
    46-068 Alaloa Street, Kaneohe
    To register, please contact Gina Plummer at 808.518.6648 or email geplummer@alz.org.

    HAWAI'I ISLAND

    Waimea (in-person)
    3rd Friday of the month 
    2:30-4 PM
    Tutu's House Waimea
    64-1032 Mamalahoa Hwy # 305, Waimea
    Space is limited; register by clicking here or contact Nic Los Banos at nklosbanos@alz.org or call 808.518.6649.

    Hilo (in-person)
    3rd Tuesday of the month 
    1 - 2:30 PM
    Aging and Disability Resource Center
    1055 Kino`ole Street
    Hilo, Hawaii
    Space is limited; register by clicking here or contact Nic Los Banos at nklosbanos@alz.org or call 808.518.6649.

    Hawaii Island One (virtual)
    1st Wednesday of the month
    10–11 AM
    To register, please contact Nic Los Banos at nklosbanos@alz.org or call 808.518.6649.
     
    Hawaii Island Two (virtual)
    3rd Thursday of the month
    4:30–5:30 PM
    To register, please contact Nic Los Banos at nklosbanos@alz.org or call 808.518.6649.

    KAUA'I

    Central Sunset (in-person)
    3rd Thursday of the month 
    5:30 - 7 PM
    Regency at Puakea
    2130 Kaneka Street, Lihue
    To register please click here.

    Westside (in-person)
    Last Thursday of the month 
    5:30 - 7 PM
    Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital - Conference Room AB
    4643 Waimea Canyon Drive, Waimea
    To register please click here

    Eastside Afternoon (in-person)
    First Monday of the month 
    12:30 - 2 PM
    Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital
    4800 Kawaihau Road, Kapaa
    To register please click here

    North Shore (in-person)
    1st Wednesday of the month
    5 - 6:30 PM
    Church of the Pacific - Covered Lanai
    4520 Kapaka Street, Princeville
    To register please click here

    Questions about any Kauai County Support Groups? Please contact Cindy Fowler at cfowler@alz.org or 808.518.6655

    MAUI COUNTY

    Maui County (virtual)
    3rd Wednesday of the month
    12 - 1 PM
    To register, please click here. 

    Maui Island (in-person)
    4th Thursday of the month
    4–5:30 PM
    Roselani Place
    88 South Papa Avenue, Kahului 
    To register, please contact Cindy Fowler at cfowler@alz.org, or call 808.518.6655. 

    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. Please call or email the meeting contact before attending to confirm that days, times and locations are accurate as listed. Please note that our caregiver support groups are not appropriate for professionals or paid caregivers.

    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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