Support Groups

The following organizations offer education, friendship and opportunities to share with others who are going through similar experiences.

Solutions for Independence
Center for Independent Living
(Disability Peer Support)
336-767-7060
www.siciinc.org

The Adaptables, Inc.
Disability Peer Support
336-767-7060
www.solutionsforindependencenc.org

Alzheimer’s Association
Local Chapter – 336-285-5920
National – 1-800-272-3900
www.alz.org

Cancer Services, Inc.
336-760-9983
www.cancerservicesonline.org

Family Services
Domestic Violence
336-722-8173
http://www.familyservicesforsyth.org

Trellis Supportive Care
Palliative, Hospice & Family Care
336-768-3972
www.trellissupport.org

Lupus Foundation of NC 24- hour Hotline
704-716-5640
www.lupusnc.org

Mental Health Association
336-768-3880
www.triadmentalhealth.org

Multiple Sclerosis Society
National 800-344-4867
www.nationalmssociety.org

Parkinson’s Association
North Carolina 866-903-7275
Local 336-972-7091
www.parkinsonassociation.org

Senior Service, Inc.
Help Line
336-724-2040
For a complete list of support groups
www.seniorservicesinc.org

The Shepard’s Center of Kernersville
336-996-6696
http://www.shepctrkville.com

Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks Dept.
City Link 336-727-8000 or 311
www.cityofws.org

 

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Q: I am experiencing some difficult situations caring for my mother with dementia. I wish I could talk with other caregivers to learn from them. Is there a place to meet with other caregivers?
A: A wide variety of support groups are available for caregivers.  Some groups are designed for people caring for older adults with specific medical, psychological or physical conditions, such as stroke, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Others have a more general focus, designed for caregivers of all ages and in all situations.  There are even support groups for caregivers on the Internet. Think about what kind of support you need and then start looking for a group that can help with that kind of support. Support group meetings are usually held monthly or bimonthly at members’ homes, a hospital, church, library, nursing home or senior center.  For a list of support groups click here.

Q: My father doesn’t go out to eat anymore with his friends and has stopped going to church. He won’t even come over for dinner. I think he might be depressed. Where can we go for support?
A: Encourage your loved one to talk to their physician. Also, the Mental Health Association in Forsyth County offers a variety of free, confidential support groups. Their groups are led by trained facilitators in a safe, friendly environment. For a list of their support groups click here.

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