Support Groups

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

These monthly support groups are for the caregivers of older adults with memory loss. Designed to be both informational and supportive, these groups provide a confidential and welcoming atmosphere for family members who want to learn more about dementia. The emotional, medical, legal, and financial aspects of this condition are discussed at every meeting. Every second Thursday from 1:00 - 2:30 pm at the Second Ponce De Leon Baptist Church in Buckhead, 76 E Wesley Rd NE; and every fourth Monday from 6:00 to 7:30 pm at Wieuca Road Baptist Church near Phipps Plaza, 3626 Peachtree Rd NE.

Call 404-605-1950 for more information. These groups are co-sponsored by Sixty Plus and the Alzheimer's Association, Georgia Chapter. 

Caregiver Workshops

Diagnosis of Dementia: Now What?

This workshop includes practical information about understanding dementia, emotional issues, legal/financial concerns, community resources, and using the healthcare system.

Date: Friday, October 8, 2010
Time: 8:30 a.m. – Registration and coffee     
         9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. – Workshop
Location: Piedmont Hospital, 77 Building, Sixth Floor, Classroom 7
Regsitration: Fee: $35 (Continental breakfast, lunch and educational materials provided). Space is limited. Registration is required in advance and can be paid by cash or check. To register, or for more information, please call 404-605-3818.

Managing Dementia Behaviors

This workshop covers communication techniques, reducing agitation, and the role of medication in managing difficult dementia behaviors.

Date: Friday, October 29, 2010
Time: 8:30 a.m. – Registration and coffee    
         9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. – Workshop
Location: Piedmont Hospital, 77 Building, Sixth Floor, Classroom 7
Regsitration: Fee: $35 (Continental breakfast, lunch and educational materials provided). Space is limited. Registration is required in advance and can be paid by cash or check. To register, or for more information, please call 404-605-3818.

These workshops are not appropriate for professionally employed home care workers, nor for employees of assisted living or nursing homes. They are for families and friends only.