Power in Numbers: Alzheimer's Support Groups

Posted on Aug 30, 2012

When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer's, the following years for everyone involved can be a roller coaster of emotions. Some days will be great and feel like nothing has changed. Others will be heartbreaking and challenging. As a caregiver, you'll feel everything from anger to fear as your loved one goes through days of confusion and loss.

If no one you know has taken on the role of caretaker, you may feel alone at times.
An Alzheimer's support group is a great place to turn when you feel like no one understands what your life looks like and how you are feeling.  These groups offer participants psychological and emotional support, as well as the practical knowledge that they will need as a caregiver.  Support groups also give you a place to share stories, both hardships and successes, that only people who are familiar with Alzheimer's will truly understand.

One of the greatest benefits of an Alzheimer's support group is that it gives you a place to express the most difficult emotions. Not sure this is up your alley? We did some research for you, so check out these resources available from the Alzheimer's Foundation of America and see if a support group might be a helpful thing as you care for your loved one:

http://www.seniorhelpers.com/blog/2012/08/30/loved-one-lost/

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