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Rhode Island Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Groups
Trained facilitators lead support groups via phone, video or in person. All services and resources are free. Local Rhode Island groups are listed below, by county. Click here for a printable format.
Early-stage support groups
Our early-stage support groups intend to provide a safe and positive environment for individuals who have a physician’s diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, another dementia or a related disorder. People who attend should be comfortable and open to discussing their diagnosis and symptoms in a group setting.
Prescreening is required prior to enrollment. For more information, call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900.
In-person support groups
Young-Onset Support Group for Person Diagnosed and a Care Partner
Third Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
To register, contact Annie Murphy at mmurphy@alz.org or call 401.421.0008, ext. 9704
Caregiver support groups
Our caregiver support groups offer comfort, reassurance, practical advice and a community of people who are facing similar challenges. These meetings are for unpaid family members or friends caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease, another dementia or a related disorder. People who attend should be comfortable and open to discussing their experience in a group setting.Support group details are updated regularly and subject to change. Please call or email the meeting contact before attending to confirm that days, times and locations are accurate as listed. Please note that our caregiver support groups are not appropriate for professionals or paid caregivers.
Bristol County
- Barrington Area Caregivers Support Group | In Person | 1st Monday of each month, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900
- Warren Area Caregivers Support Group | In Person | 4th Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900
Kent County
- Warwick Area Caregivers Support Group | In Person | 2nd Monday of each month, 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900
Newport County
- Portsmouth Area Caregivers Support Group | In Person | 1st and 3rd Monday of each month, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900
Providence County/Statewide
- Providence Area Caregivers Support Group | Virtual/by phone | 1st Wednesday of each month, 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900
- Providence Area Couples Support Group (For Care Partner & Person with Disease) | Virtual/by phone | 1st Thursday of each month, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900
- Pawtucket Area Caregivers Support Group | In Person | Third Wednesday of each month, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900
- Caregivers Support Group | Virtual/by phone | Every Monday, 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900
- Caregivers Support Group | Virtual/by phone | Every Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900
- Caregivers Support Group | Virtual/by phone | Every Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900
- Caregivers Support Group | Virtual/by phone | Every Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900
- Cumberland Area Caregiver Support Group | In Person | Every 3rd Thursday of the month, 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900
- Support Group for Caregivers in the Warwick Area | 2nd & last Tuesday of each month | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900
Washington County
- Support group for caregivers in the Westerly area | 1st Wednesday of each month | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900
Specific Support Groups
- LGBT Phone Support Group | Phone | 1st Monday of each month | Email for time | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900
- Caregivers support group | Virtual/by phone | Every Tuesday, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. | To register or for more information, visit Community Resource Finder or call our 24/7 Helpline: 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.24/7 Helpline
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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