Early Stage Support Groups now offered by phone
The Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Illinois Chapter is now offering Early Stage Support Groups by phone. The next meeting with take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 11.
This support group is designed for individuals in the early stage of Alzheimer’s disease. It meets monthly at 11 a.m. every second Tuesday of the month. A call for supporters is also in the works.
“The telephone support group is a time for caring and encouraging one another,” said Richard Apple, Senior Manager, Care Navigation, who leads conversations.
Those interested in either group may contact Apple, Senior Manager, Care Navigation, at 815.484.1301 or rapple@alz.org to participate in a brief screening and receive call-in information.