Support Group Schedule
The Caregiver Support Groups here at The Dubin Center allow Caregivers to learn effective coping strategies, share their current challenges and successes with others who are facing similar situations, and create a safe space to release their feelings in a loving and understanding environment. All groups are facilitated by one of our Certified Dementia Support Group Facilitators.
We are always happy to follow up with information about questions that arise during the meeting. Each group meeting is unique, depending on the needs of those present, but they have some common elements:
- Everyone gets a chance to speak.
- Challenges are shared and emotions are validated.
- Suggestions are shared if they are asked for.
- No one sits in judgment on anyone else’s experience.
- Sometimes there are tears, but there is always some laughter, too.
If you have questions about attending a support group, please contact us at (239) 437-3007 or [email protected].
Support Groups
general support group
Open to all caregivers and is an open discussion focusing on the many challenges family caregivers face.
men’s support group
Open to men who are caregivers for someone living with dementia.
grief support group
Open to caregivers who have recently lost someone living with dementia.
early stage support group
Open for those in the early stages of Dementia who are comfortable sharing their experiences with the diagnosis and want to talk with others in a group setting. It also includes a separate support group for caregivers that meets at the same time in another room.
Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) Support Group
Open to caregivers caring for someone living with FTD. It is led by an AFTD-affiliated facilitator who has received additional FTD training.
memory catchers
An engaging social activity held for those living with advanced stages of a dementia-related illness, while caregivers meet separately for their own support group meeting.
Savvy Support group
Open to caregivers who have completed the entire Savvy Caregiver educational series.
Social Activities
Memory café
An engaging social activity for caregivers and the person they are caring for to participate in a failure-free activity in a relaxed environment. Activities may include art, music, reminiscing, and more!
brain boosters
Free games and activities that strengthen brain health and support over all well-being.
We’ve been working with caregivers and individuals living with dementia for 26 years. We are here to support you and help you navigate resources including but not limited to support groups and trainings, home healthcare, community placement, hospice, respite and more.
Person-centered Dementia Care and Support
The team at The Dubin Center supports individuals and caregivers by:
• Valuing personal autonomy, choice, comfort and dignity;
• Focusing on strengths and abilities;
• Enabling opportunities for shared experiences;
• Enhancing individual purpose, meaning, choice and belonging.
Visit our support group page to find in-person and zoom sessions each month.
