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Vermont Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support
Trained facilitators lead our support groups are held virtually or in person, and all services and resources are *FREE*.
Find a support group near you.
Early-stage support groups
Our early-stage support groups intend to provide a safe and positive environment for individuals who have a physician’s diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, another dementia or a related disorder. People who attend should be comfortable and open to discussing their diagnosis and symptoms in a group setting.
Prescreening is required prior to enrollment. For more information, call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900.
Time-limited specialized support groups
- To learn more about local support groups specifically for people who have Alzheimer's disease or other dementia, please contact Jill Hovanasian ay (617) 393-2100 or jhovanasian@alz.org.
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 call or email the meeting contact before attending to confirm that days, times and locations are accurate as listed. Please note that our caregiver support groups are not appropriate for professionals or paid caregivers.
Charlotte Memory Cafe
The Charlotte Senior Center Memory Cafe serves as a place for people living with memory loss and their family, caregivers and friends to participate in an activity while also providing a welcoming space for socialization and support. Cafes are held on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 11am to 2pm at the Charlotte Senior Center, 212 Ferry Road in Charlotte, VT. For more information contact Susan Cartwright at cartwright.susan1@gmail.com; to register, call 802-425-6345.
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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