Support Groups
Build a support system with people who understand.
Caregiver support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for caregivers (family and friends) of persons with dementia to:- Develop a support system
- Exchange practical information on caregiving challenges and possible solutions
- Talk through issues and ways of coping
- Share feelings, needs and concerns
- Learn about community resources
REGISTRATION (not required): 800.272.3900. Call our 24/7 Helpline to register and find other groups meeting in Nevada or if you need additional support.
Trained facilitators lead support groups via phone, video or in person. All services and resources are free. Find a support group near you.
In-Person Support Groups – Northern Nevada
Elko Caregiver Support Group
4th Wednesday of the month, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Terrace at Ruby View Senior Center, AV Room
1795 Ruby View Dr.
Elko, NV
Winnemucca Caregiver Support Group
2nd Wednesday of the month, 12:00 n - 1:30 p.m.
Humboldt General Hospital, Conference Room
118 East Haskell St.
Winnemucca, NV
Carson City Caregiver Support Group
2nd Wednesday of the month, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Carson Tahoe Cancer Center, Conference Room
1535 Medical Parkway
Carson City, NV
Fernley Caregiver Support Group
2nd Wednesday of the month, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Fernley Estates, The Bistro Room
1130 Chisolm Trail
Fernley, NV
Minden-Gardnerville Caregiver Support Group
2nd Thursday of the month, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Coventry Cross Episcopal Church
1631 Esmeralda Place
Minden, NV
Renown Caregiver Support Group
3rd Friday of the month, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Hometown Health, Great Basin Auditorium
10315 Professional Circle
Reno, NV
Carson City Caregiver Support Group
4th Wednesday of the month, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Carson City Senior Citizen’s Center, Joshua Tree Room
911 Beverly Dr.
Carson City, NV
Northern Nevada – Specialized In-Person Support Groups
Reno Adult Children Caregiver Support Group
Group for adult children providing care to a parent with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia. Both hands on and long-distance caregivers are welcome.
1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, 12:00 n - 1:30 p.m.
Alzheimer’s Association
639 Isbell Rd., Ste. 240
Reno, NV
Reno Spousal Caregiver Support Group
Group for spouses or partners providing care to a significant other with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia.
2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Alzheimer’s Association
639 Isbell Rd., Ste. 240
Reno, NV
In-Person Support Groups – Southern Nevada
Boulder City
2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, 1:00 p.m.
Senior Center of Boulder City
813 Arizona Street
Boulder City, NV
Henderson
4th Wednesday of the month, 4:30 p.m.
Women's Care Center
Green Valley
2651 Paseo Verde, Suite 180
Henderson, NV
Henderson
2nd and 4th Monday of the month, 10:00 a.m.
New Song Church
1291 Cornet St.
Henderson, NV
Las Vegas
1st & 3rd Mondays of the month, 1:00 p.m.
Centennial Hills Library
6711 N. Buffalo Drive
Las Vegas, NV
*There will be no meeting on federal/state holidays when the library is closed.
Summerlin
2nd Wednesday of the month, 11:00 a.m.
Golden Hearts Senior Care
9320 Sun City Blvd, Ste. 103
Summerlin, NV
Summerlin
1st Wednesday of the month,10:00 a.m.
Desert Vista Community Center
10360 Sun City Boulevard
Summerlin, NV
Mesquite
1st Monday of the month, 10:30 am
Mesquite Senior Center
100 W. Old Mill Road
Mesquite, NV
North Las Vegas
1st Friday of the month, 9:00 a.m.
Sun City Aliante Community Room
7394 N. Aliante Pkwy.
Las Vegas, NV
Pahrump
2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month, 10:00 a.m.
NYE Coalition
1020 E. Wilson Rd.
Pahrump, NV
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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