Community & Support Resources
You’re Not Alone on This Journey.
Find support groups, organizations, and online Communities & Resources built for and by dementia caregivers — wherever you are.
Find the Support That Fits Your Journey
Every caregiver's path is different. Browse our curated directory — vetted and gathered by fellow caregivers — to find the community, organization, or resource that feels like the right next step for you.
Alzheimer's Association Local Chapters
Your regional chapter offers in-person support groups, caregiver education workshops, and compassionate guidance from people who have walked this path. No experience required — just show up.
Memory Café Network
Memory Cafés are relaxed, welcoming gatherings for people living with memory challenges and their caregivers — a chance to share a coffee, connect with others, and simply feel less alone.
Hospital & Hospice Caregiver Groups
Many hospitals and hospice programs offer free caregiver support groups led by trained facilitators. Reach out to your local hospital's social work department to ask what's available near you.
Faith-Based Caregiver Circles
Churches, synagogues, mosques, and other faith Communities & Resourcesoften host caregiver support circles, companion visitor programs, and respite care — rooted in shared values and mutual care.
Alzheimer's Association
The leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support, and research. Their 24/7 helpline connects you with a real person — any time, day or night — for guidance, resources, and a listening ear.
Alzheimer's Foundation of America
AFA provides care, support, and education for individuals with dementia and those who love them. Their free helpline is staffed by licensed social workers who specialize in dementia care.
Lewy Body Dementia Association
LBDA is dedicated to improving quality of life for those affected by Lewy body dementia — a form of dementia that is often misunderstood. Find support groups, educational resources, and a caring community here.
Caregiver Action Network
The nation's leading family caregiver organization helps caregivers achieve quality of life through education, peer support, and advocacy — across all disease categories, including dementia.
ALZConnected Peer Forums
A safe, moderated online community from the Alzheimer's Association where caregivers share experiences, ask questions, and offer encouragement — around the clock, without judgment.
Facebook Caregiver Support Groups
Thousands of caregivers gather in private Facebook groups to share daily experiences, ask for advice, and offer the kind of quiet encouragement only another caregiver truly understands.
Reddit r/dementia
An open, active community where caregivers and healthcare professionals exchange candid stories, practical advice, and heartfelt support. Available any time you need a place to turn.
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Aging Life Care Association
Aging Life Care Managers (formerly Geriatric Care Managers) are trained professionals who help families navigate complex dementia care decisions, coordinate services, and plan transitions with compassion.
National Adult Day Services Association
NADSA helps families find adult day programs offering supervised care, social activities, and meaningful engagement — while giving family caregivers the respite time they need to recharge.
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Elder law attorneys help families navigate the legal and financial dimensions of dementia care — from power of attorney and guardianship to Medicaid planning and estate documents.
Social Work & Care Referral Network
Hospital and community social workers connect caregivers with local services, financial assistance programs, and professional dementia care referrals. Ask your care team for a referral.
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Resource Links
Family Caregiver Alliance
Family Caregiver Alliance www.caregiver.org A national nonprofit that has provided support, resources, and guidance to family caregivers of adults with physical and cognitive impairments — including Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia — for more than 40 years. Offers educational publications, care planning tools, webinars, and a directory of local services.
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Elder Helpers
Elder Helpers www.elderhelpers.org A free, web-based service that connects volunteers with elderly individuals in their local communities. Volunteers provide companionship, assistance, and relief to family members who have become overwhelmed with caregiving responsibilities. A program of the Campaign for Aging Research, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
Resource Links
Seniors Blue Book
Seniors Blue Book www.seniorsbluebook.com A free, comprehensive resource guide that has helped millions of seniors and caregivers navigate senior housing, care, and services since 1983. Lists assisted living, memory care, nursing homes, home health care, and more across more than 70 categories. Also includes an educational library with articles, videos, and answers to commonly asked questions.
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Compassion and Choices
Compassion and Choices www.compassionandchoices.org A national nonprofit dedicated to improving care and expanding options for end-of-life planning. Offers free consultations, advance care planning tools, and a Dementia Healthcare Directive to help families document end-of-life wishes before cognitive decline makes that impossible. Active in all 50 states.
Recommended Reading
These books have been recommended by caregivers, support group participants, and professionals who have traveled the dementia journey. Whether you are looking for practical guidance, emotional support, or a deeper understanding of what your loved one is experiencing, each of these titles has something meaningful to offer.
Creating Moments of Joy
By Jolene Brackey A practical guide (my playbook) that provides a basic understanding of Alzheimer's and strategies to become an effective caregiver.
Being Mortal
By Atul Gwande Insightful summary of late life health care and planning. This book is particularly helpful in revealing the limitations of traditional medical practices.
Book of Joy
By the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu with Douglas Abrams A motivational review of the week-long dialog between two Nobel Peace Prize laureates about overcoming life's most difficult challenges.
The Power of Meaning
By Emily Esfahani Smith While most people pursue happiness, fulfillment comes from finding meaning in life and living with love in our hearts.
The 36-Hour Day
By Nancy L. Mace and Peter V. Rabins An authoritative reference book written by professionals that answers questions about the issues confronting caregivers.
Like Falling Through a Cloud
By Eugenia Zukerman A heart-wrenching book of poetry and emotional discovery as Eugenia copes with forgetfulness and confusion following her Alzheimer's diagnosis.
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