The Alzheimer Society of B.C. co-ordinates nearly 100 support groups for caregivers and for people in the early stages of dementia.

Meetings are held regularly in communities across the province. Led by Alzheimer Society staff and trained volunteers, these groups offer a safe place to talk and share experiences.

	To find out if there's a support group in your community, contact your local Alzheimer Resource Centre, or call our Provincial Office at 604-681-6530 in the Lower Mainland or toll-free at 1-800-667-3742.

If you've recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia, you may feel like no one else truly understands what you're going through.

Our Early Stage Support Groups provide an opportunity to learn about living with dementia, share feelings and participate in discussions and activities.

Caregivers of people with dementia often experience feelings of frustration, uncertainty and loneliness.

Caregiver Support Groups offer the opportunity for caregivers to come together to talk about experiences, share caring skills and find new ways of coping.