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Looking for in person communication with spouses of the afflicted

Hello;

I'm Gerry and I'm attempting to locate in person support groups within the Roanoke, Virginia area. Any ideas for me?

Thank You!

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  • Stan2
    Stan2 Member Posts: 95
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    Try this link. https://www.alz.org/co/helping_you/support_groups

  • CampCarol
    CampCarol Member Posts: 100
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    You can also call the Alzheimer’s association in your state, they have all sorts of information that is helpful; support is just one aspect.

Commonly Used Abbreviations


DH = Dear Husband
DW= Dear Wife, Darling Wife
LO = Loved One
ES = Early Stage
EO = Early Onset
FTD = Frontotemporal Dementia
VD = Vascular Dementia
MC = Memory Care
AL = Assisted Living
POA = Power of Attorney
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