Our support groups provide the opportunity to connect with others, share practical tips, talk through issues, and learn about resources. Groups are available for family/friends supporting a loved one with Alzheimer's or other dementia. Specialized groups are available for younger-onset caregivers, Spanish-speaking caregivers, LGBTQ+ caregivers, and more.
View a printable list of our groups
In-Person Caregiver Support Groups
LOS ALAMITOS * NEW LOCATION
1st Tuesday of each month, 3-5PM
Westmont of Cypress, Activity Room
4889 Katella Ave., Cypress, CA 90720
To Register Contact:
Michelle at mipichardo@alz.org
By Phone 24/7: 800.272.3900
MISSION VIEJO
3rd Wednesday each month, 9:30-11 a.m.
Mt of Olives Adult Day Program - Room F
24772 Chrisanta Dr., Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Enter at 2nd driveway after the church.
Respite care may be available during meetings for your loved one. Must call Adult Day Program first due to confirm: 949.581.3800
To Register Contact:
Michelle at mipichardo@alz.org
By Phone 24/7: 800.272.3900
HUNTINGTON BEACH
1st Monday of the month, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Alzheimer's Family Center
9451 Indianapolis Ave.
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
To Register Contact:
Michelle at mipichardo@alz.org
By Phone 24/7: 800.272.3900
HUNTINGTON BEACH
2nd Monday of the month, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Calvary Chapel Beachside
Calvary Chapel Beachside - Unit #4 (South side of the building)
19400 Beach Blvd #26, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
To Register Contact:
Michelle at mipichardo@alz.org
By Phone 24/7: 800.272.3900
FOUNTAIN VALLEY (VIETNAMESE SUPPORT GROUP)
4th Wednesday of the month, 10:30 a.m. -12 p.m.
Vietnamese American Cancer Foundation (VACF)
17150 Newhope St #203, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
To Register Contact:
Michelle at mipichardo@alz.org
By Phone 24/7: 800.272.3900
Virtual Caregiver Support Groups
Online meetings via Zoom. Registration required to receive login information. To register or to learn more, contact Michelle at mipichardo@alz.orgor call our 24/7 Helpline: 800-272-3900.
MONTHLY GROUPS FOR FAMILY & FRIEND CAREGIVERS
1st Wednesday | 10-ll:30AM
Mission Viejo/South Orange County (Open to all OC)
2nd Tuesday | 7-8:30PM Brea/North Orange County (Open to all OC)
2nd Thursday | 6-7:30PM
Huntington Beach (Open to all OC)
3rd Tuesday | 12-1:30PM Irvine/Central Orange County (Open to all OC)
MONTHLY GROUP FOR YOUNGER ONSET
3rd Thursday | 7-8:30PM
MONTHLY GROUP FOR LGBTQ+ CAREGIVERS
2nd & 4th Thursday | 10:30AM-12PM
Contact Vanessa at 408-372-9976 or vsouza@alz.org
MONTHLY GROUP FOR YOUNG DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS
2nd Wednesday | 7:30-9PM
Contact Yael at 310-912-9120 or ywyte@alz.org
GRUPO DE APOYO EN ESPAÑOL, TELEPHONE 2do & 4to martes del mes | 1-2:30PM
Contact Linda at 213-220-0713
Additional groups in other languages and for persons with early dementia are available through our network of chapters. Please call 800.272.3900 or search our online Community Resource Finder.
These groups are for individuals, family & friends facing dementia. For resources for professionals, call 800.272.3900. Student observation is not permitted.