Support Groups

Here at the Alzheimer & Parkinson Association we offer a wide variety of support groups for those in the various stages of memory loss and movement disorders. Each group is listed below. To learn more about a specific group, click on the name of that group from the bar menu.

AD Caregiver GroupFor caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. Vero Beach A&P Office 2nd Thursday at 2:00 pm

Copes –   (Caregiver Ongoing Practical Education)  This is a support group for all caregivers available via Zoom, call us for details. Every Thursday at 10:30 am via Zoom.

Gifford Caregiver Support Group – For the family and caregivers of loved ones with neurological disorders. The second Thursday of the month at 2:00 pm at the Gifford Community Center.

Evening Support GroupFor family and caregivers who work during the day and need support after normal business hours. The last Thursday of the month at 5:00 pm via zoom or Vero Beach A&P Office.

Men’s Support Group – A support group for male caregivers to share their challenges and lessons learned. On the 1st Friday of each month at 10:30 am Vero Beach A&P Office.

Caregiver Support Group – A support group for caregivers by caregivers.  1st and 3rd Tuesday at 10:30 am. Vero Beach A&P Office.

 Individuals with Movement Disorders Support Group  – For those with movement disorders to discuss challenges and share experiences in a supportive environment. Vero Beach A&P Office on the last Wednesday of the month 10:30 am.

Movement Disorder Caregiver Support Group   –   For family and caregivers of loved ones affected by Parkinson’s disease or related movement disorders. Vero Beach A&P Office on the last Tuesday of the month at 2:45 pm.

Caregiver Support group when your loved one is in a facility – The 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1:00 pm via zoom, call for details.

Essential Tremor Support Group –  For those with Essential Tremor to share their challenges and lessons learned.  1st Wednesday of every month at 1:00 pm at the Vero Beach A & P office.

NEW SUPPORT GROUPS!

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP FOR THOSE MANAGING A LOVED ONE WITH COGNITIVE DECLINE– The group will provide caregivers with support, resources, and strategies to assist in the day-to-day caregiving needs of those affected by cognitive loss. Recurring the Second Wednesday of each month at 10:30 AM at the Sebastian Yacht Club 820 Indian River Blvd, Sebastian, FL

GRIEF SUPPORT FOR ALZHEIMER CAREGIVERS– This group is open to those that have lost someone who suffered from cognitive loss. The group function is to work together to deal with feelings and will help each understand how many feelings change moment to moment. Recurring the Second Thursday of each month at 10:30AM at Alzheimer & Parkinson Office Location 2300 5th Avenue, #150, Vero Beach, FL