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    Early-Stage Social Engagement Programs

    Early-Stage Social Engagement Programs

    A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease is life changing. It can be difficult to chart a course for the future. Our early-stage social engagement programs are free and support groups offer a comfortable way to get active and connected to others in similar situations. Connecting with people who understand what you are going through can provide support, encouragement and inspiration.

    Early-Stage Support Groups

    Alzheimer’s Association early-stage support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people living with dementia to share their experiences with others who understand. Pre-screening is required to join a support group. Call our 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 to learn more.

    Melville: Early Stage
    12-1:30 p.m. the first Thursday of every month
    Alzheimer's Association office
    300 Broadhollow Road, LL100

    Plainview: Early Stage Meetup
    (Caregiver Support Group will meet concurrently)

    10:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays from Feb. 7-Apr. 4
    Mid-Island Y JCC
    45 Manetto Hill Road

    Copiague: Early Stage Meetup
    (Caregiver Support Group will meet concurrently)

    1-2 p.m. Tuesdays from Apr. 15-June 17
    Copiague Library
    50 Deauville Blvd.

    Melville: Early Stage Meetup
    (Caregiver Support Group will meet concurrently)

    11 a.m.-12 p.m. Fridays from Apr. 25-June 6
    Alzheimer's Association office
    300 Broadhollow Road, LL100

    Memory Cafe

    This is intended for those with memory concerns to attend with a family member, friend, or other care partner. Dates and Times will be announced. For questions or interested in hosting a Memory Cafe, please email longislandchapter@alz.org.

    Virtual Caregivers Book Club

    Facilitated by Linda Martinez, LCSW, Social Worker at NYU Langone Geriatric Medicine - Long Island, we will relate this story to our own experiences and feelings in our journey of loving somebody living with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. We will relate this story to our own experiences and feelings in our journey of loving somebody living with dementia.
     

    Apr. 3-May 8, 2025
    12-1 p.m.
    Presented on zoom
    Mysterious Wonderment: When Alzheimer’s Disease Becomes Your Word of the Day!
    For the last session, we will be joined by author Sandra Kiser. Participants will be mailed paperback books