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support for adult grandchild caregiving a grandparent

CVCOA Barb
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Hi! Are there any online or telephone support groups or other connections happening for adult grandchildren who are the primary caregivers of a grandparent with dementia? Thank you. ❤️

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  • H1235
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    If you look around on this website you should find educational classes and I’m sure there is a phone number. If you have questions, a specific problem, need to vent or just need some help getting started, this is also a great place. You are probably much younger than many of us which must make things even more difficult, but I’m sure the people here can still relate to much of what you are going through.

  • Iris L.
    Iris L. Member Posts: 4,418
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    This message board is the best place! Ask any and all questions. Also call the Helpline of the Alzheimer's Association at 800-272-3900 and ask about a local support group.

    Iris

  • CVCOA Barb
    CVCOA Barb Member Posts: 5
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    https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/207703#Comment_207703

    Yes, thanks!

  • CVCOA Barb
    CVCOA Barb Member Posts: 5
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    Thank you!!

  • jfkoc
    jfkoc Member Posts: 3,880
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    I do not know of anything "grandchild specific". I think you will find a lot of general information at;

    alz.org>help/support/caregivers.

  • sandwichone123
    sandwichone123 Member Posts: 768
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    Someone mentioned on another thread that there is a gathering of younger caregivers on the younger onset board—mostly caring for parents rather than grandparents but I think a lot would be similar.

  • MaybeIAm
    MaybeIAm Member Posts: 3
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    Hello! I'm 32, helping take care of my Grandparents. If you ever feel like you need support; don't hesitate to reach out!
    It's comforting to know we're all going through this together. These forums have been a huge help for me.
  • CVCOA Barb
    CVCOA Barb Member Posts: 5
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    Thank you! I posted on behalf of someone else and am forwarding responses to them, with encouragement to get on AlzConnected themself. Good thoughts to you and yours…

  • CVCOA Barb
    CVCOA Barb Member Posts: 5
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    Thank you!!

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