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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. To register, call our 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900.

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

    St. Charles Early-Stage Meetup: For People with Dementia and Caregivers
    (Caregiver Support Group will meet concurrently)

    1-2 p.m. Mondays from October 19 to December 14
    (not meeting on November 23)
    St. Charles Hospital, 200 Belle Terre Road, Port Jefferson

    2027 Virtual Early-Stage Meetup: For People with Dementia
    9:30-10:30 a.m. Mondays from January 25 to March 22
    (not meeting on February 15)

    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. Participants will be mailed paperback books.

    Floating in the Deep End: How Caregivers Can See Beyond Alzheimer's by Patti Davis
    We will use Patti Davis’ book as a catalyst for caregivers on how to cope with the emotional and practical realities of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease.