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    Support Groups and Caregiver Resources

    Support Groups and Caregiver Resources

    The Alzheimer's Association Arkansas Chapter offers several services for local families.

    Our support groups bring together caregivers to offer encouragement, comfort, and advice for one another. We offer support groups that are in-person and virtual. Please see our list below to find a group that fits your needs.

    Additionally, we offer tips and advice during the holidays and our Respite Grant for qualifying caregivers.

    VIRTUAL
    EARLY STAGE
    CENTRAL ARKANSAS
    NORTH CENTRAL ARKANSAS
    NORTH EAST ARKANSAS
    NORTH WEST ARKANSAS
    RIVER VALLEY
    SOUTH EAST ARKANSAS
    SOUTH WEST ARKANSAS

    VIRTUAL ARKANSAS STATEWIDE SUPPORT GROUP

    • UAMS Statewide Dementia Caregiver Support Group

    • Alzheimer's Association Dementia Caregiver Support Group

    • 2nd Baptist Church in Little Rock Virtual Support Group

      • 3rd Monday at 5:00pm

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    EARLY STAGE SUPPORT GROUP

    • Schmieding Center
    • Every Wednesday from April 9 - May 14 from 10am-12pm
    • The group is for those living with early stage dementia and their care partners. Space is limited; For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    CENTRAL ARKANSAS SUPPORT GROUPS

    • Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging Thomas and Lyon Longevity Clinic Caregiver Support Group

      • 1st Friday of the month at 1:30 - 2:30pm

      • Reynolds Institute on Aging

      • 629 Jack Stephens Drive, Little Rock, AR 72205

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    • The Blake at Chenal Valley Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

      • 2nd Tuesday of the month at 12pm-1pm

      • 2101 Rahling Road, Little Rock, AR 72223

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    • South Central Center on Aging Alzheimer's Support Group

      • 2nd Thursday of the month at 10am-11am

      • 206 Frankie Lane, White Hall AR 71602

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    • Conway Support Group

      • Meets on February 12, February 26, March 12, April 2, April 16 and April 30

      • 5:30-7:00pm

      • UCA - Interprofessional Teaching Center

      • 2200 Bruce St., Conway, AR 72035

      • Caregivers can bring their PLWD

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    • Conway Regional Medical Center Support Group

      • Meets on 1st Tueday of month from 5:30-6:30pm

      • Conway Regional Health and Fitness Center Classroom

      • 700 Salem Road, Conway, AR 72034

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    • Bryant Support Group

      • 2nd Wednesday of each month

      • 6-7pm

      • Pleasant Hill Adult Day Health Center

      • 3418 Main Street, Suite 100, Bryant AR 72022

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    • Ferndale Support Group
      • 3rd Friday of each month at 3pm
      • Ferndale Community Center
      • 27021 Kanis Road, Little Rock AR
      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    NORTH CENTRAL SUPPORT GROUPS

    • Batesville Dementia Caregiver Support Group

      • 2nd Thursday of the month at 5pm

      • White River Health

      • 1710 Harrison St, Batesville, AR 72501 - Conference Room A

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    NORTH EAST ARKANSAS SUPPORT GROUP

    • Dementia Caregiver Support Group w/ UAMS Center on Aging Northeast

      • 3rd Wednesday at 11:30am-12:30pm

      • Contact Julie Brown at 870-207-7598 | jbrown3@uams.edu

      • Center on Aging - Northeast

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    • Arkansas Methodist Medical Center Support Group

      • 1st Thursday at 12-1pm

      • Chateau on the Ridge Chapel

      • 2308 Chateau Blvd, AR 72450

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    NORTH WEST ARKANSAS SUPPORT GROUPS

    • Clear Creek Memory Care Support Group

      • Last Monday of the month at 12:00pm

      • 1967 W. Truckers Dr., Fayetteville, AR 72704

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    • Bella Vista Support Group

      • 1st Thursday at 12:30pm

      • 20 Boyce Dr., Bella Vista, AR 72715

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    • Prairie Grove Support Group

      • 1st Tuesday at 1pm

      • Prairie Grove Christian Church | 611 Wayne Vilines Rd., Prairie Grove AR

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    • Gentry Support Group

      • 1st Thursday at 1pm

      • Gentry Public Library | 105 E. Main St., Gentry AR

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    • Rogers Support Group

      • 2nd Wednesday at 1pm

      • Primrose Retirement Community |  650 Dodson Rd., Rogers AR

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    • Springdale Support Group

      • 2nd Thursday at 1pm

      • First Presbyterian Church |  100 S. Gutensohn Road, Springdale AR

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    RIVER VALLEY SUPPORT GROUPS

    • River Valley Alzheimer's Support Group

      • 2nd Thursday at 4pm

      • 3501 Old Greenwood Road, Suite #3, Fort Smith, AR 72903

      • Blue Cross & Blue Shield Community Room

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    • Crawford County Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregiver Support Group
      • 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6pm
      • Legacy Heights Memory Lane | 1012 Fayetteville Rd., Van Buren AR 72956
      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900
    • Sebastian County Community Dementia Caregiver Support Group
      • 2nd Tuesday of the month at 1pm
      • Mercy Crest Assisted Living,  Conference Room | 1300 Strozier Lane Barling, AR
      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    SOUTHEAST ARKANSAS SUPPORT GROUP

    • Greater Union County Caregiver Support Group

      • 3rd Thursday of the month at 1pm

      • Simmons Bank

      • 2nd Floor Executive Dining Room. 100 Grove Rd., El Dorado, AR 71730

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

    SOUTHWEST ARKANSAS SUPPORT GROUP

    • Greater Columbia County Caregiver Support Group

      • 4th Wednesday of the month at 12pm

      • Leila Enrichment Complex | 600 Lelia Magnolia, AR 71753-4035

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

      SW Arkansas Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregiver Support Group

      • 4th Tuesday of the month at 10am

      • Micah 6:8 Coffee Shop - Private Room | 302 W. DeQueen Avenue, DeQueen AR

      • For info on this group, call 800.272.3900

     

    ALZConnected® online community

    ALZConnected is a free online community designed for people living with dementia and those who care for them. Members can post questions about dementia-related issues, offer support, and create public and private groups around specific topics.

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    Talk to a dementia expert with our free 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900. Help is available any time, day or night. Get confidential emotional support, crisis assistance, local resources and information in over 200 languages.

    Become a Support Group Facilitator

    If you’re looking for a volunteer opportunity that gives you in-person contact with families that are coping with Alzheimer’s or other dementia, facilitating a support group might be a good fit for you.

    Our Support Group Facilitators help create a safe, open environment for caregivers or people living with dementia to share their feelings, thoughts and experiences. Volunteer as a Support Group Facilitator.

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