Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Group

Spring Alzheimer's/Dementia Seminar

Legal Planning for Alzheimer's & Dementia

A program presented by the Richmond Alzheimer's Association and Shady Grove United Methodist Church.

For families and friends of someone living with Alzheimer's/Dementia.

Thursday, May 10, 2018 6:30 p.m.

Shady Grove UMC, 8209 Shady Grove Rd. Mechanicsville, VA 23111 (Room E206)

Please RSVP by calling (804) 746-9073, or emailing karinnelson@shadygroveumc.org.

Our Caregiver Support Group meets at two different times and two different locations.

Second Tuesday at 7 p.m. at The Crossings at Hanover (Located at 8227 Meadowbridge Rd., Mechanicsville)
Third Monday at 7 p.m. at Shady Grove UMC in Room E-106 (The Parlor)

It is tough being a caregiver. Tougher still if it is a child taking care of a parent; and even harder if Alzheimer’s or dementia is involved.

Caregivers often pay a price in their physical and mental health because of their caregiver role. Did you know that 50% of dementia caregivers suffer a major depressive episode, and that a shocking 30% die before the patient? Under the best of circumstances loving and caring for someone with dementia is hard, and caregivers also need help and support.

The Alzheimer’s/Dementia ministry at Shady Grove is trying in a small way to help by offering two monthly support groups for those caring for or concerned about someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia. When facing such a challenge, it can help to share your burdens with those who are carrying, or have carried, the same load. While we don’t offer professional counseling, we do offer a sympathetic ear, the knowledge that you aren’t undergoing your trials alone, and the combined wisdom and experience of the group.