The HAP Foundation, in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association and RUSH, has launched virtual support groups for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s and Dementia-related diseases. Funded by the Illinois Public Health Association, these sessions offer a platform for sharing experiences and accessing stress management resources.
“At The HAP Foundation, we aim to support caregivers as they navigate the challenges of supporting individuals with serious illnesses,” said Joseph Matty, President of The HAP Foundation. “With these support groups, we are providing self-care resources while creating a safe place for the community to share their experiences.”
Upcoming sessions include:
- Monday, October 14, 2024, virtually. Register here.
- Wednesday, November 6, 2024, virtually. Register here.
- For future sessions, visit The HAP Foundation’s event webpage under Support Groups found here.
These groups are a shared space for peer support and community building. Specialty-trained HAP Foundation Community Health Workers will provide curated, culturally tailored resources and outreach material based on the discussion. They aim to create a community connection for caregivers by holding a space for conversation and shared experiences. The support groups provide caregivers with stress management toolkits to decrease their sense of burnout and stress while lessening the onset or increase of depression, anxiety, and/or helplessness.
For more information, visit www.thehapfoundation.org or email [email protected].
