HAMLET — The Alzheimer’s Association-Western Carolina Chapter has formed a new support group for the southern Piedmont area at the Hamlet Senior Center for family, friends and caregivers who care for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. The caregiver support group’s first meeting starts Nov. 21 and will be held as follows:
- Third Thursdays of each month
- 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
- Hamlet Senior Center, 102 Lakeside Drive, Hamlet, NC, 28345
Alzheimer’s Association support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for caregivers. They allow participants to develop a support system and exchange practical information on challenges and possible solutions. The groups also allow opportunity to talk through issues and discuss ways of coping and share feelings of needs and concerns. Group members also learn about community resources that can help them in their caregiving role.
It is estimated that in Richmond County, there is a 12.2% Alzheimer’s disease prevalence rate in its age 65 and older population. This equates to an estimated 1,000 individuals in the county.
“The demands of being an Alzheimer’s caregiver are all-encompassing and increase over time as the disease progresses,” said Katherine Lambert, CEO, Alzheimer’s Association-Western Carolina Chapter. “No one should face Alzheimer’s alone. We are grateful to the Hamlet Senior Center for helping bring this important aspect of caregiver support to the southern Piedmont community.”
For more information on the Hamlet Support Group, email codonoghue@alz.org or call 800-272-3900.
For more information on support for individuals and families impacted by Alzheimer’s, any of the Association’s resources and how to get involved can be found by visiting the Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter at alz.org/northcarolina or by calling our 24/7 Helpline (800-272-3900).
