Support Groups

We provide specialized support through three distinct types of support groups.

The first, known as the Coffee Club Support Group, is created for persons living with dementia (PLWD), their care partners and families. In the initial segment of the support group, participants come together for shared discussions. However, the second half of the session is dedicated to separate meetings for care partners and PLWD. This unique format allows for focused conversations where care partners and PLWD can openly express their feelings, share triumphs, and discuss challenges on an individual basis.

The second type of support group we offer is the Care Partner Support Group. Tailored specifically for care partners and families, these groups provide a space to connect with others navigating the complexities of the dementia journey. These gatherings serve as valuable platforms for sharing experiences, offering mutual support, and collectively learning from the diverse perspectives within our community.

The third type of support group we offer is the Hospital & LTC Care Partner Support Group. This group is designed for care partners, family members, and friends who have a loved one in the hospital or long-term care (LTC) settings. It provides a dedicated space to navigate the unique challenges and celebrate the triumphs of caring for someone in these environments. Participants can openly discuss their experiences, share valuable insights, and find mutual support from others who understand the complexities of hospital and LTC caregiving.

List of Ongoing Support Groups:

*Some session dates will be modified to accommodate holidays and special events

Mattawa

Care Partner Support Group - Daytime 
💙For Care Partners and Families
🗓️2nd Tuesday of the month
🕙10:00am to 11:30am 
📍Mattawa Hospital, 217 Turcotte Park Rd, Mattawa
📝[email protected] | 705-495-4342
 

North Bay

Coffee Club Support Group 1- Daytime 
💙For Persons Living with Dementia, Care Partners and Families
🗓️3rd Monday of every month
🕘9:00am to 10:30am
📍Alzheimer Society, 140 King Street West, North Bay
📝[email protected] | 705-495-4342

Coffee Club Support Group 2 - Evening
💙For Persons Living with Dementia, Care Partners and Families
🗓️3rd Wednesday of every month
🕕6:00pm to 7:30pm
📍Alzheimer Society, 140 King Street West, North Bay
📝[email protected] | 705-495-4342

Care Partner Support Group 1 - Daytime
💙For Care Partners and Families
🗓️1st Wednesday of every month
🕜1:30pm to 3:00pm
📍Alzheimer Society, 140 King Street West, North Bay
📝[email protected] | 705-495-4342

Care Partner Support Group 2 - Evening
💙For Care Partners and Families
🗓️4th Thursday of the month
🕕6:00pm to 7:30pm
📍Alzheimer Society, 140 King Street West, North Bay
📝[email protected] | 705-495-4342

Hospital & LTC Care Partner Support Group
💙For Care Partners and Families
🗓️1st Thursday of the month
🕙10:00am to 11:30am
📍Alzheimer Society, 140 King Street West, North Bay
📝[email protected] | 705-495-4342

Powassan

Care Partner Support Group - Daytime 
💙For Care Partners and Families
🗓️4th Thursday of the month
🕙10:00am to 11:30am 
📍Powassan & Area Family Health Team, 507 Main Street, Powassan
📝[email protected] | 705-495-4342

Sturgeon Falls

Care Partner Support Group 1- Daytime English
💙For Care Partners and Families
🗓️2nd Friday of the month
🕙10:00am to 12:00pm
📍West Nipissing Community Health Centre, 68 Michaud Street, Sturgeon Falls
📝[email protected] | 705-495-4342

Care Partner Support Group 2- Daytime French
💙For Care Partners and Families
🗓️Last Friday of the month
🕙10:00am to 12:00pm
📍West Nipissing Community Health Centre, 68 Michaud Street, Sturgeon Falls
📝[email protected] | 705-495-4342

Sudbury

Coffee Club Support Group - Evening
💙For Persons Living with Dementia, Care Partners and Families
🗓️3rd Thursday of every month
🕕 6:00pm to 8:00pm
📍Alzheimer Society, 960B Notre Dame Avenue, Sudbury
📝[email protected] | 705-560-0603

Care Partner Support Group 1 - Daytime
💙For Care Partners and Families
🗓️2nd Tuesday of the month
🕙10:00am to 12:00pm
📍Alzheimer Society, 960B Notre Dame Avenue, Sudbury
📝[email protected] | 705-560-0603

Care Partner Support Group 2 - Evening 
💙For Care Partners and Families
🗓️Last Thursday of the month
🕕6:00pm to 8:00pm
📍Alzheimer Society, 960B Notre Dame Avenue, Sudbury
📝[email protected] | 705-560-0603

Online

Virtual Care Partner Support Group
💙For Care Partners and Families
🗓️2nd Wednesday of the month
🕑2:00pm to 4:00pm
📍ZOOM Video Call (►click here to access◄)
📝[email protected] | 705-560-0603