ALS Patient Support Group
for people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis-Lou Gehrig's Disease
Meets every other month at the ALS Regional Center, 19 Warehouse Row, Colonie, New York. 2-4 p.m. second Wednesday. Meetings on June 11, August 13, October 8, and December 10, 2008. For information call (518) 525-1629.
Alzheimer's Association, Albany County Support Groups:
2nd THURSDAY OF THE MONTH
The Marjorie Doyle Rockwell Center, 421 Columbia St., Cohoes, facilitator: Diane Van Dusen, 238-4164.
3rd WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
Delmar Presbyterian Church 585 Delaware Avenue, Delmar Facilitators: Linda Ames and Warren Applegate (434-4956).
4th WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
Bethlehem Town Hall Delaware Avenue, Delmar Facilitator: Jane Sanders 439-4955, ext. 174.
LAST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
The Alzheimer's Center at Albany Medical Center, 47 New Scotland Ave., Albany, facilitator: Beth Boivin, 262-0808, meeting time is 2:30 PM.
Alzheimer's Association, Rensselaer County Support Groups:
1st WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
RENSSELAER COUNTY Alzheimer's support group: Eddy Memorial Geriatric Center, Board Room, 2nd Floor, 2256 Burdett Avenue, Troy, facilitator: Kitty Reid (270-8262).
Alzheimer's Association, Saratoga County Support Groups :
2nd and 4th TUESDAYS OF THE MONTH
First Presbyterian Church, Palmer Ave., Corinth, facilitator: Rev. John Aldridge, meeting starts at at 1:15pm.
2nd and 4th WEDNESDAYS OF THE MONTH
St. George's Episcopal Church, 912 Route 146, Clifton Park, , facilitators: Carole Silvera and Rev. Bill Hinrichs, 371-5179, meetings begin at at 1:00 pm.
3rd THURSDAY OF THE MONTH
Halfmoon Senior Center, Lower Newtown Rd., Waterford, facilitator: Michele Weber, please call Senior Center to register: 371-3892, meeting time is at 12 noon.
LAST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
Wesley Health Care Center, 131 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, facilitators: Karen Coons and Mary Robinson (587-3600), meeting time is 2:00pm.
Alzheimer's Association, Schenectady County Support Groups:
2nd MONDAY OF THE MONTH
Glenville Branch Library, 20 Glenridge Rd., Glenville, facilitators: Linda Mertz and Shirley Morehouse, meets at 6:30pm.
Schenectady County OFA, 107 Nott Terrace, Schenectady, facilitator: Vicki Hoshko, 382-8481.
4th TUESDAY OF EVERY OTHER MONTH
Schenectady Day Haven, 101 Nott Terrace, Schenectady, facilitator: Betty Parks, 346-1582, meets the at 2:00pm (September, November)
MEETS LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH
Rotterdam Branch Library, 1100 N. Westcott St., Rotterdam, facilitator: Marilyn Mozzi, 355-5609, 6:30 PM
Alzheimer's Support Groups Beyond The Capital Region
For information on Alzheimer's support groups in Columbia, Delaware, Fulton, Greene, Hamiliton, Montgomery, Otsego, Schoharie, Warren and Washington counties, please call the Alzheimer's Association at 518-438-2217.
Caregiver Support Group
Ongoing group for anyone currently providing care to someone else. Held at Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, New York.
Tuesdays (Jan 8 &22, Feb 5 & 19, March 4 & 18, April 1, 15, & 29; May 13 & 27, June 10) from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Contact: Helen Klaeysen, LCSW at (518) 0800. No need to call ahead, but feel free to call with any questions.
Caregivers Group
2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month
Meetings give participants the opportunity to talk freely and confidentially about shared issues and the challenges associated with dementia. Meetings are held at 1 p.m. at St. George's Episcopal Church, 912 Route 146, Clifton Park. Contact: (518) 438-2217 extension 303.
Caregiver Support Network
Fourth Wednesday of each month |
Trained facilitators help participants develop solutions to challenges associated with dementia. Group meets at Bethelehem Town Hall, 445 Delaware Avenue., Delmar, New York at 10:30 a.m. Contact: Karen Bendt, 438-2217, Extension 303. Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association of Northeastern New York.
http://www.alzneny.org
Epilepsy Support
7 p.m. Wednesday, September 5 at First Presbyterian Church, 362 State Street (at Willett Street), Albany, N.Y. Learn about the disease and treatment. Contact: (518) 436-1944.
Grief and Bereavement services and Groups
The Community Hospice has developed expertise in helping family and friends transition from the disorienting pain of grief to a healthy reinvestment in their lives. All Hospice grief and bereavement programs and services are free and available to everyone, regardless of whether the person who died was a Hospice patient.
If you’re interested in attending a free bereavement session with others who may be facing a similar loss, please refer to the latest schedule online. Groups are available at a variety of times throughout the region.
Grief Support
Caring and non-judgmental place to mourn; group meets second Tuesday of each month at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 107 State Street, Albany, New York from 5:30-7:30 p.m. There is no cost to participate. For information, contact (518) 441-7538.
Pine Hills Retired Ladies
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PH Retired Ladies Group |
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If you're retired, female and live in the general Pine Hills area, join us for coffee, tea, and conversation on the third Thursday of each month. Please pass this message along to your female friends and neighbors. |
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Muddy Cup Coffee House, Madison Avenue, Albany |
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12/20/2007 |
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03:00PM-04:00PM |
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Marilyn Douglas at |
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med3940@yahoo.com |
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Pine Hills Neighborhood Association |
Parents of Children with Disabilites and Special Needs
Meets on 1st Thursday of each month from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.. at Community Human Services, 543 Saratoga Road, Glenville, New York. For information call (518) 399-4624.
Stroke Support Group
Seton Health
It is the goal of this support group to give survivors and their caregivers not only the latest information but an opportunity to make friends, socialize, gain realistic feedback and help others find meaning in life. This is a place where learning about stroke and sharing experiences can inspire hope and perseverance.
At Seton Health, 1300 Massachusetts Avenue, Troy, New York.
Registration is required. Call (518) 268-6062.
Schedule of meetings:
May 28 2 p.m.-4 p.m. North Conference Room
June 25 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Conference Room B
July 30 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Conference Room B
August 27 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Conference Room A
September 24th 2-4 p.m. Marillac Boardroom
October 29 6:30-8:30 p.m. Conference Room A
November 19 2-4 p.m. Conference Room A
Stroke survivors
Ellis Hospital's stroke center is nationally recognized by the American Stroke Association. Stroke Survivors group the second Thursday of the month from 2-3:30 p.m. at Ellis Hospital, 110 Nott Street, Schenectady, New York in Dining rooms 1&2. If you plan to attend or would like more information, call (518) 243-1310.
Transitions Support Group
Group is appropriate for those seniors who are coping with a recent loss, death or significant life change. The purpose of the group will be to help group members develop the skills to cope in a supportive environment. Meetings will be the fourth Wednesday of every month 1:30-3 p.m. at the William K. Sanford Town Library, 629 Albany-Shaker Road, Loudonville, New York.
Sponsored by the Town of Colonie Senior Resources Department. For morinformation, contact Christine Cary, (518) 459-5051. Space is limited.
Women's Health and Wellness Group
For women who have been diagnosed with mental health problems. Meets at Albany County Consumer Advisory Board office, 10 North Russell Road, Albany NY (near Westgate Plaza) on Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.beginning October 22. There is no charge. Parking is available. For information, call (518) 434-1393. For directions to the ACCAB office, call (518)-434-1203.
Family Caregiver Telephone Groups
Senior Services of Albany Brings Support into Homes of Family Caregivers: Innovative Telephone Groups offer support for those who have their hands full helping an elderly relative with errands, housework or personal care. Family caregivers can learn helpful strategies and talk with others who are also caring for an elder. New weekly evening groups are beginning now. No travel or special equipment necessary. This groundbreaking program enables individuals to access information and support from others in similar situations and a professional social worker, all from the comfort of their own home.
Meetings are held evenings from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Choice of Tuesday (with a dementia-specific focus) or Wednesday.
Funded by the Albany County Department for Aging. Call the Caregiver Connection , a program of Senior Services of Albany, at 465-1398 or email lmilward@seniorservicesofalbany.com for more information.
www.seniorservicesofalbany.com/caregiver.cfm