Support groups are an opportunity to share challenges and solutions as caregivers share with each other important knowledge, strategies and techniques on caring for a loved one.
Scroll down to see our calendar of locations.
Support groups are an opportunity to share challenges and solutions as caregivers share with each other important knowledge, strategies and techniques on caring for a loved one.
Scroll down to see our calendar of locations.
Alzheimer’s disease can be a long journey, putting caregivers at risk for social isolation, physical illness, and financial problems. The Alzheimer’s Project provides much needed breaks for caregivers through the Day Respite program, which keeps Alzheimer’s patients socially engaged through music therapy, games and other activities, while also giving caregivers time to care for themselves.
Call 386-2778 to schedule your loved one’s initial assessment.
Counseling provides individuals or families with the opportunity to share private and personal information to trained professionals where they may not feel comfortable sharing with family or in a group setting. Counseling can include education about the disease process, support to get through difficult times and much more.
For more information call 850-386-2778
This program can provide families with up to 8-10 hours of respite a week from a trained volunteer. Volunteers provide companionship for the client, while the caregiver receives a much needed break.
For more information, please contact Caitlin Dilley at (850) 386-2778 or caitlin@alzheimersproject.org
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an educational program designed to help care-partners take care of themselves so that they may take better care of their friend or relative. The 6-week class helps you reduce stress, improve self confidence, communicate your feelings better, balance your life, increase your ability to make tough decisions and locate helpful resources. This class is open to care-partners of someone with any chronic condition. Respite care is available.
RSVP at stephanie@alzheimersproject.org or call 850-386-2778. Please leave your name, phone number and email.
This program is designed for clients who have shown a propensity to wander away from home. If a client is missing, the family contacts the Leon County Sheriff’s Office, who uses an FM frequency transmitting device to locate the client. This program is available in many counties throughout Florida and the United States. The national success rate of finding a person is 98% within 1-2 hours.
Started by Pilot Club of Tallahassee and Leon County Sheriff’s Office in 2005, this service is provided free of charge. A brief initial assessment is required.
For more information call 850-386-2778
The 35th Annual Alzheimer’s Disease Education & Training Conference co-sponsored by the FSU College of Medicine is on February 8th, 2020. Each year, new presenters and workshops are offered to provide workshops on topics related to the disease, interventions and the latest research.
PowerPoint’s from last year’s event:
Spiritual Care of Persons living With Dementia and Their Families, Rev. Candace McKibbern
Self-Care_ From Overwhelm to Overflow for Caregivers 020920, Asha Fields Brewer, DC
Managing Difficult Behaviors Alz Pro Caregiver Conf, Vicky Rose, MSW
Alzheimer’s Research update 2019, Alice Pomidor, MD, MPH, AGSF
Alzheimer’s Project, Inc.’s Dementia Education Series is open to the community and is a great way to learn about memory issues for yourself or a loved one. Join us at one of our events hosted by our co-sponsors.
Location | Address | Date and Time |
Lake Ellen Baptist Church | 4495 Crawfordville Hwy
Crawfordville, FL 32327 |
1st Monday
1:00-2:30pm |
St. Paul’s United Methodist Church (In Parlor) | 1700 N Meridian Road
Tallahassee, FL 32303 |
1st and 3rd Tuesday
11:30am-1:00pm (Luncheon) |
First Presbyterian Church (Marianna) | 2898 Jefferson Street
Marianna, FL 32446 |
1st Thursday
10:30am-12:00pm (CST) |
Temple Israel (In the Chapel) | 2215 Mahan Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32308 |
2nd and 4th Tuesday
6:00-7:00pm |
Thomas Memorial Baptist Church (Quincy) | 1001 W Washington Street
Quincy, FL 32351 |
2nd Thursday
1:30-3:00pm |
First United Methodist Church (Chattahoochee) | 18 W Marion Street
Chattahoochee, FL 32324 |
2nd Thursday
10:00-11:30am |
Westminster Oaks (In Parry Center Theater of Oaks South) | 4449 Meandering Way
Tallahassee, FL 32303 |
2nd and 4th Friday
10:00-11:30am |
Wakulla County Public Library | 4330 Crawfordville Hwy
Crawfordville, FL 32327 |
2nd Saturday
10:00-11:00am |
First United Methodist Church (Carrabelle) | 102 NE Avenue B
Carrabelle, FL 32322 |
3rd Tuesday
1:00-2:30pm |
Senior Citizens Council (Madison) | 1161 Harvey Greene Drive
Madison, FL 32340 |
3rd Wednesday
10:30am-12:00pm |
First Presbyterian Church (Chipley) | 658 5th Street
Chipley, FL 32428 |
3rd Thursday
1:00-2:30pm (CST) |
Calhoun County Senior Citizens Association | 16859 Cayson Street
Blountstown, FL 32424 |
4th Monday
10:00-11:00am (CST) |
Jefferson County Public Library | 375 S Water Street
Monticello, FL 32344 |
4th Monday
12:00-1:00pm |
Gulf County Senior Citizens Association (Port St. Joe) | 120 Library Drive
Port St. Joe, FL 32456 |
4th Tuesday
1:00-2:30pm (CST) |
First Presbyterian Church (Perry) | 310 Plantation Road
Perry, FL 32348 |
4th Thursday
10:30-11:30am |
Respite is offered on a weekly basis on-site. During this time caregivers gain the opportunity to take care of themselves. Many go grocery shopping, get a haircut, or take a much needed nap. On-site respite utilizes socialization and group activities to keep the clients remain active and socially engaged throughout the day. Respite activities during the day include: arts and crafts, music therapy, pet therapy, chair yoga, games and much more. Clients must be assessed before attending. Call 386-2778 to schedule your loved one’s initial assessment.
Location | Address | Date and Time |
Killearn United Methodist Church* | 2800 Shamrock Street S, Tallahassee, FL 32309 | Every Monday 9 am – 3 pm |
Good Samaritan United Methodist Church (Southwood)* | 3720 Capital Circle SE, Tallahassee, FL 32311 | Every Monday 9 am- 3 pm |
Good Shepherd Catholic Church * (Spanish and English Speaking) | 4665 Thomasville Road, Tallahassee, FL 32309 | Every Tuesday 9 am – 3 pm |
Temple Israel* | 2215 Mahan Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32308 | Every Wednesday 9 am – 3 pm |
Bethel A.M.E. Church* | 501 W Orange Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32310 | Every Thursday 9 am – 3 pm |
Saint Paul’s UMC* | 1700 N Meridian Road (in the Parlor by the small basketball court), Tallahassee, FL 32303 | Every Friday 9 am – 3 pm |
Lake Ellen Baptist Church (Medart, FL) | 4495 Crawfordville Highway, Crawfordville, FL 32327 | Every Monday 9 am – 3 pm |
Trinity Baptist Church (Marianna, FL) | 3023 Bump Nose Road, Marianna, FL 32446 | Every Monday 9 am- 3 pm |
Thomas Memorial Baptist Church (Quincy, FL) | 1001 W Washington Street, Quincy, FL 32351 | Every Thursday 9 am – 3 pm |
United Pentecostal Church (Port St Joe, FL) | 309 6th St, Port St Joe, FL 32327 | Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday 9am – 3 pm |
*Reservation required for all Leon County programs
(850) 386-2778
info@alzheimersproject.org
301 E Tharpe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303
Hours of Operation: M-F 8am-5pm