Social interaction is one way we can preserve our brain's health and crucial to caregivers. Connecting with people who understand what you are going through can provide support, encouragement and inspiration.
Social Engagement Programs
Stories in the Moment
Connect with others impacted by early-stage Alzheimer's, another dementia, or MCI for this 12-week online dance series. Amplify your voices and discover new ways to tell your stories, through dance and movement, as well as words. Each week, community dance artist Magda Kaczmarska will lead creative explorations to create your own thematic dance stories. To register for this FREE virtual program, please call 800.272.3900.
- Fridays, July 12-Sept. 27, 2-3 p.m.
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.
Dementia Chat Early Stage Support Group: Virtual
Every Monday till September 30, 4-5 p.m. To schedule your pre-screening and register for this free group, please call 800.272.3900.
Early Stage Meetup
(Caregiver Support Group will meet concurrently)
Long Island Chapter Office, 300 Broadhollow Road, Melville
Fridays from Sept. 6-Oct. 8 (last meeting held on a Tuesday), 1-2 p.m. To schedule your pre-screening and register for this free group, please call 800.272.3900.
Early Stage Meetup
(Caregiver Support Group will meet concurrently)
Copiague Library, 50 Deauville Blvd
Tuesdays from Sept. 24-Dec. 3 (No meeting on Nov. 16), 1-2 p.m. To schedule your pre-screening and register for this free group, please call 800.272.3900.
Early Stage Support Group for People Living with Dementia: Virtual
Every Thursday from Oct. 24-Dec. 19, 9:30-10:30 a.m. No meeting on Nov. 28. To schedule your pre-screening and register for this free group, please call 800.272.3900.