Caregiver Support Groups
Why Join a Support Group?
A support group offers a safe place where you can get information that’s practical, constructive, and helpful. You’ll have the benefit of encouragement, and you’ll learn more about coping with your challenges through shared experiences. Hearing from others facing similar situations can also make you feel less alone.
- Learn better coping strategies
- Grow through shared experiences
- Focus on self-care
- Maintain a sense of hope
- Receive practical advice
- Foster empowerment
UK Elder Care Caregiver Support Group - Virtual
Join fellow UK employees on Zoom for a conversation to discuss and share ideas about how we can take care of ourselves while we are caring for our older loved ones.
Facilitators: Hazel Teichen, UK Elder Care Specialist; and Ann Bassoni, UK Work Life and Well Being Therapist
Note: The support group sessions WILL NOT be recorded. You must attend to participate.
When: Third Wednesday of the month Noon-1p.m. via Zoom
Register on the Work-Life Well-Being Calendar of Events https://hr.uky.edu/calendar
Community Support Groups In-Person
Lexington Memory Café
When: Third Wednesday of the month - 2 – 4 p.m.
What: A social event providing a safe, comfortable environment where people with memory loss and their care partners can enjoy time together and remain socially connected.
Where: Alzheimer’s Association, 2808 Palumbo Drive, Lexington, KY
To register: Call Meredith at 859-214-6106 or email at maplant@alz.org
Fayette County Early-Stage Dementia Support Group
When: Second Tuesday of the month - Noon – 1 p.m.
Where: Fayette County Extension Office, 1140 Harry Sykes Way (off Red Mile Road), Lexington, KY
To register: Call Sarah at 859-323-6380 or Meredith at 859-214-6106
Caregiver Support Group In-Person
Facilitated by Carla Guthrie, Memory Care Concierge
When: Last Thursday of the month - Noon - 1 p.m.
Where: Alzheimer’s Association, 2808 Palumbo Drive, Lexington, KY
Bluegrass Parkinson’s Alliance Support Group
Support groups held at Crestwood Christian Church
1882 Bellefonte Drive, Lexington. Learn more at https://bgparkinsons.org/