Caregiving is one of the greatest challenges and opportunities most of us experience in a lifetime. Belonging to a support group can be a lifeline on this journey. Listening to others who are experiencing similar experiences, and sharing your feelings in a supportive, caring and confidential setting is healing and often reassuring. Members of support groups often become good friends and provide a support network.
The following FREE support groups are offered through Senior Friendship Centers in Sarasota and Venice:
SARASOTA:
• Caregiver Support Group, Thursdays, 10-11:30 a.m. with the Alzheimer’s Association. For caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer’s or dementia-related diseases.
• Journaling Group Fridays, 1-2:30 p.m. Use this powerful tool to explore and express feelings, and to heal. Led by Gail Hirsch Ed.D. Please call Paula Falk at 941.556.3270 to register in advance.
• Monthly Parkinson’s Care Partner Support Group, Fourth Monday of the month,1:30-3 p.m. Care partners meet separately. Paula Falk, Facilitator.
• The Cancer Support Group For information call Brenda, 941.661.3964.
VENICE:
• Caregiver Support Group Tuesdays, 2 p.m. The Living Room Adult Daycare Lanai, with Alzheimer’s Association. Call facilitator Kathleen Simonds, 584.0050 for more information.