Cedar Rapids, Iowa, August 14 – The Alzheimer’s Association East Central Iowa Chapter is pleased to announce the development of an Early Stage Support Group in Johnson County for individuals in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias and their carepartners.

The Early Stage Support Group will offer information, emotional support, and socialization among peers who face similar circumstances. This group can also encourage open communication between persons with dementia and their loved one regarding emotional and practical issues.

For more information on the new Early Stage Support Group forming in Johnson County, please contact Kim Beals at (800)272-3900, (319)294-9699 or by email at kim.beals@alz.org.

The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s.