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Get the emotional support you need
We have many support groups, at various times and locations. Check to see if there is a group close to you that fits your needs.
If you prefer, call our 24-hour Helpline — 1.800.272.3900.
Connect with others online
The Alzheimer’s Association message boards and chat rooms provide a virtual online community for persons with Alzheimer's, caregivers and care providers. Our message boards have thousands of registered members from around the United States and thousands more who refer to the stories and information that is available 24 hours a day.
Join the Alzheimer’s Association online community.
Support groups listed by city
| NASSAU COUNTY | Area Code 516 | Type/ Time | |
| Elmont | Dolores Spagnola | 354-7546 | Caregiver- 1st & 3rd Wed. 10am |
| Merrick | Kathy Graham | 221-6293 | Caregiver-Every other Sat. 10am |
| New Hyde Park | Martha Wolf | 718/289-2105 or 718/289-2202 | Spouse/Caregiver- 1st & last Wed. 11am |
| Rockville Centre | Maureen O’Sullivan | 546-2698 | Caregiver- 3rd Thursday 7:30pm |
| Glen Cove | Beth Pisciotto | 656-0575 | TBD |
| Plainview | Danielle Addison | 932-5151 | TBD |
| SUFFOLK COUNTY | Area Code 631 | Type/ Time | |
| Bay Shore | Kathleen O’Connor | 206-1200 | Caregiver- 1st & 3rd Wed. 6:30p |
| Bohemia | Diana Grable | 750-5004 | Adult Children- 2nd & 4th Thurs. @ 7:00pm |
| East Hampton | Margot MacNiven | 267-0082 | Caregiver- 1st & 3rd Wed. 3:30p |
| Hampton Bays | Mary Sadowski | 728-1235 | Caregiver- 2nd & Last Wed. 1pm |
| Huntington | Andrea Mackey | 351-3253 Ext.4016 | Caregiver- 1st Wed. 1:00pm & 3rd Wed. 7:00pm Caregiver Stress Management Yoga-Every Tuesday 2:30pm (respite care provided) Adult Children- 3rd Wed 7:00pm Patient- 1st Friday 10:30am |
| Islandia | Michele White | 232-3131 x515 | Caregiver- 2nd & 4th Wed 6:30p |
| Melville | Debora DeBlasio | 297-6806 | Caregiver- 2nd Thurs. 7pm |
| Oakdale | Marilyn Confessore | 218-5998 | Caregiver- 1st Wed. 7:00pm |
| Ronkonkoma | Eleanor Rueb | 585-2020 | Caregiver- Last Tues. 6:00pm Spouse- Last Fri. 10am |
| Smithtown | Jodi Rinaldi | 724-2299 | Caregiver- 3rd Thurs. 6:30pm |
| Smithtown | Jillian Bosinius | 724-2200 Ext. 414 | Caregiver- 3rd Fri. 6:00pm |
| Westhampton | Madalyn McCarthy | 288-0101 | Caregiver- 1st & 3rd Tues. 3:00p |
| West Islip | Joyce Racanelli | 587-1600 Ext. 8336 | Caregiver- Last Wed. 7:00pm |
Telephone Support Group
If you find it difficult to attend a support group, a telephone support group may be for you. For further information contact alzheimer’s association long island at 800-272-3900.
Revised: 05/23/2007
*Please be advised: These groups are subject to change, please call to confirm!
