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Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia can leave those with the disease and their care partners feeling isolated.
However, you are not alone. There are other people to share the journey with you!
The Alzheimer Society of B.C. offers Family Caregiver and Early Stage support groups.
These groups are there for people who want to inform themselves with current information that will help improve quality of life with the disease. It’s a safe environment where you can learn, laugh, and help each other through mutual understanding.
Early Stage Support Groups
For people in the early stages of dementia, our Early Stage Support Groups provide an opportunity to:
- Learn about living with dementia and its progression,
- Share feelings and common experiences,
- Exchange practical coping strategies, and
- Participate in discussions.
>> Read more about Early Stage Support Groups…
Caregiver Support Groups
For those caring for someone with the disease – spouses, family or friends – a Caregiver Support Group offers the chance to:
- Exchange information and friendship with others affected by dementia,
- Access the most current information,
- Learn and share practical tips for coping with change,
- Decrease feelings of loneliness and isolation,
- Express feelings and be reassured that these feelings are normal, and
- Find a sense of hope.
>> Read more about Caregiver Support Groups…
Information and Mutual Aid Model
Both groups are based on an Information and Mutual Aid model. This means that you can expect to benefit from reliable information provided by Alzheimer Society staff, and from the wisdom and experience of other group members who are also facing the illness.
