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    South Carolina Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Groups

    South Carolina Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Groups

    The Alzheimer’s Association works to bring care and support to every community so that no one has to face dementia alone. We offer local support groups across South Carolinafor caregivers and individuals living with Alzheimer's and other dementias. Whether you attend in-person or online, support groups create a safe, confidential and supportive environment to voice concerns, ask questions, develop mutual support and learn from the experiences of others.

    Trained facilitators lead support groups via phone, video or in-person. All services and resources are free. Find a support group near you.

    Early-stage programs

    Early-stage dementia programs are intended to provide a safe and positive environment for individuals who have a physician’s diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, another dementia, MCI (Mild Cognitive Impairment) or a related disorder. People who attend should be comfortable and open to discussing their diagnosis and symptoms in a group setting.

    View our monthly calendar for current early-stage offerings.

    If you are seeking early stage programs in your area, please let us know that you are interested! Call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 or contact Debbie Schneider, Program Manager (deschneider@alz.org or 843.492.0472).

    Caregiver support groups

    Our caregiver support groups offer comfort, reassurance, practical advice and a community of people who are facing similar challenges. These meetings are for unpaid family members or friends caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease, another dementia or a related disorder. People who attend should be comfortable and open to discussing their experience in a group setting.

    Support group details are updated regularly and subject to change. Please note that our caregiver support groups are not appropriate for professionals or paid caregivers. If you need an in-home care sitter in order to attend a group, learn how to access a local sitter service at no cost by calling the Alzheimer’s Association South Carolina Chapter at least 2 weeks in advance at 800-272-3900.

    View our monthly calendar for local support group details.

    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.

    Local dementia care resources

    In addition to our support services, the Alzheimer's Association can help connect you with other public resources in South Carolina that may be helpful to you. Learn more about what's available to help in our state.
     

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