You are advised to call to confirm the meeting date and time.

Dementia Caregiver Support Group - Pinehurst

2nd and 4th Wednesdays |  10:30 a.m.  

Shadowlawn Room, Clara McLean House, 20 FirstVillage Drive, Pinehurst

This group focuses on education and support for caregivers of loved ones with dementia. The group is co-facilitated by Pat Soler and Dale Krech, certified facilitators through the Dementia Alliance of NC. 

For more information contact: Kelly Pritchard (910) 715-4224 or kpritchard@firsthealth.org

SEC Enrichment Center  - West End

Family Caregiver Support Group | In-Person & Dial-In

3rd Tuesday of the month  at 11:00 a.m.

The Senior Enrichment Center offers a Caregiver Support Group to share your feelings, develop friendships, receive emotional support, and discuss solutions to common caregiver issues with other caregivers.  

Contact Alvida Person; aperson1@moorecountync.gov | 910.949.4483 for more information

Senior Enrichment Center | 8040 NC 15-501 | West End 

Cumberland County Council on Older Adults

VIRTUAL Caregiver Support Group 

 2^nd Tuesday of every month           

 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm 

via Zoom.     

  VIRTUAL CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

Are you the caregiver of an older adult looking for education on various topics and the mutual support of other caregivers in a virtual setting? 

Please join us for one of our monthly caregiver support groups… new options available to ensure access to all who would like to join!

To receive the Zoom invitation, please contact Lisa Hughes

Call: 910-484-0111 ext 242   |   Email: lhughes@ccccooa.org   

Funding for the Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia Community Support program, including all caregiver support groups, is graciously provided by The Thomas and Edith Wood Endowment for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support and Cornelia “Neill” Bullock Wilkins Charitable Endowment Fund for Seniors of Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc.

Cumberland County Council on Older Adults 

Caregiver Support Group 

 1st  Wednesday of every month           

 11:30a - 1:00 p.m.   

  CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

Are you the caregiver of an older adult looking for education on various topics and the mutual support of other caregivers in a virtual setting? 

Please join us for one of our monthly caregiver support groups… new options available to ensure access to all who would like to join!

Call: 910-484-0111 ext 242   |   Email: lhughes@ccccooa.org   

Funding for the Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia Community Support program, including all caregiver support groups, is graciously provided by The Thomas and Edith Wood Endowment for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support and Cornelia “Neill” Bullock Wilkins Charitable Endowment Fund for Seniors of Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc.

Cumberland County Council on Older Adults - Fayetteville

VIRTUAL Caregiver Support Group 

3rd Wednesday of every month 

 11:30 am – 1:00 pm          

via Zoom.                                                 

VIRTUAL CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

Are you the caregiver of an older adult looking for education on various topics and the mutual support of other caregivers in a virtual setting?

Please join us for one of our monthly caregiver support groups… new options available to ensure access to all who would like to join!

To receive the Zoom invitation, please contact Lisa Hughes

Call: 910-484-0111 ext 242   |   Email: lhughes@ccccooa.org  

Funding for the Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia Community Support program, including all caregiver support groups, is graciously provided by The Thomas and Edith Wood Endowment for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support and Cornelia “Neill” Bullock Wilkins Charitable Endowment Fund for Seniors of Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc.

LCG Enrichment Center Support Groups  - Sanford

LCG (Lee County Government) Enrichment Center | 1615 S Third St | Sanford 919.776.0501 ext. 2230

Holidays may affect some dates - please call before coming. 

All in-person support groups at the Enrichment Center require masks.

• Alzheimer's/Dementia Support - 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at 1:00p.m.  In person and virtual meetings. Call 919.776.0501 ext. 2230 for virtual login information  
• Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support - 4th Friday of each month at 10:30a.m.
• Grief Support - 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 1:00p.m.
• Low Vision Support - 2nd Tuesday of each month at 1:00p.m.
• Parkinson Support  - 3rd Wednesday at 10:30a.m.
• Sanford/Lee County Stroke Support  - 2nd Thursday of each month at 1:00p.m. 
• Diabetic Support - 1st Wednesday of each month at 10:00a.m.
• Breast Cancer Support - 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:00p.m. *starting May 10*
• NAMI Support Group (National Alliance on Mental Illness) - 4th Thursday at 5:30 P.M. *starting April 28*

Dementia Alliance of North Carolina

Dementia Alliance is committed to offering local support groups throughout the state of North Carolina so that location is never a factor that hinders a caregiver from attending a group session.  

If you are searching for a local support, visit their website and simply click on your county to access a list of locations. 

You may contact them directly at 919.832.3732 for more information or to speak to a staff member about additional resources for caregivers in North Carolina.

Click here for Dementia Alliance of North Carolina

Alzheimer's Association  North Carolina Western Chapter

Alzheimer’s Association offers virtual programs hosted live by their North Carolina staff and volunteers. All of their programs are free and available from the safety of your home.

For a complete list of educational programs visit Western Carolina Chapter (alz.org)
You may register for a virtual program online or call 800-272-3900..

AfterCare Program -  Southern Pines 

sponsored by Boles Funeral Home 

Our services to the families do not end the day of the funeral. Our staff is committed to continue to meet the needs of our families. Boles offers a very active and comprehensive AfterCare Program.

Our program includes:

• Home visit
• Grief support material
• Yearly service of remembrance
• Monthly luncheons
• Monthly craft therapy meet ups
• Volunteer opportunities
• Day/Overnight Trips

Contact Emily Nickle at 910-692-6262 for more information.

Caregiver Support Group - Pinehurst

sponsored by FirstHealth 

First Thursday @ 3 p.m.  | FirstHealth Hospice Campus | 251 Campground Road | 910.715.6000

This support group focuses on caregiver support, grief and bereavement. It is open to anyone who is providing care to a loved one, with or without a terminal illness. Topics will focus on self-care and caregiving information, with time for each member to share their experiences with others.  

GriefShare

sponsored by The Counseling Center Pinehurst

Find help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend.  This 13 week   video based support group program will help you find comfort and understanding you navigate this  difficult journey of mourning. 

For more information or to learn when the next course will be offered contact

Ed Blackwell   etblackwell@charter.net | 910.690.3884

Support Groups - Pinehurst Counseling Center (counselingcenterpinehurst.org)

Parkinson Association of the Carolinas -  Support Groups 

VIRTUAL MEETINGS - First Wednesday at 2:00 p.m.

• We know in person meetings may not be available in your area and often times finding meetings that fit our schedules is difficult, but now we are offering a consistent support group ONLINE!
• Visit  Support Groups | Parkinson Association of the Carolinas to register and receive the meeting Zoom link

IN-PERSON MEETINGS.

• Visit  Support Groups | Parkinson Association of the Carolinas to find an in-person meeting near you

Rock Steady Boxing  - Aberdeen & Pinehurst

Rock Steady Boxing offers non-contact, boxing inspired group fitness classes for people living with Parkinson's disease. Each class includes strengthening, stretching, core exercise, functional training and boxing specific exercises. Classes also include Parkinson's specific activities including voice activation, deep breathing, and dual task training. These classes are appropriate for people with all stages of Parkinson's.

• SPARTC           318 Fields Drive   |   Aberdeen, NC 28315
  Phone: (910) 420-0772   |   Email: pinehurst@rsbaffiliate.com
• FirstHealth Fitness          170 Memorial Drive   |   Pinehurst, NC 28374
  Phone: 910-715-1839   |   Email: firsthealth@rsbaffiliate.com

Parkinson's Support Group of the Sandhills 

Second Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.

This group focuses on education, encouragement and support for those living with PD, their care partners, family and friends.

To register or for more information, contact Kelly Pritchard (910) 715-4224 or kpritchard@firsthealth.org

Clara McLean House | 20 FirstVillage Drive | Pinehurst | 910.715.4230

Music Therapy for Parkinson's Patients 

Fourth Monday at 4 p.m.    Meetings scheduled to resume in OCTOBER 2022.  Watch for updates!

Clara McLean House | 20 FirstVillage Drive | Pinehurst | 910.715.4230