Support Groups

 

The Care Services Department facilitates a number of Support Groups designed to provide encouragement, camaraderie and valuable information for those dealing with, or caring for someone with:

 

Caregivers Support Group

If you are a caregiver; a family member, friend or neighbor, who helps care for an individual who needs help with day-to-day living, Alzheimer's Disease, and other dementias, we welcome you to the Cass County COA's Caregiver's Support Group. Caregivers of all ages can take advantage of this opportunity to learn, grow, and share with others. Meetings include time for personal interaction as well as occasional guest speakers on topics of interest. Care can be provided for your loved one free of charge in our Adult Day Service during this meeting if prior arrangements are made. This group meets the 2nd and Last Wednesdays of each month from 1 to 3pm. (learn more)

 

Congestive Heart Failure Support Group

Navigating a chronic condition like CHF can feel overwhelming at first as you adjust to a new way of life, but these changes are often easier with much-needed support and care. Learn about beneficial lifestyle changes and connect with others for emotional support. This group meets the 3rd Monday of each month from 1 to 3 pm. (learn more)

 

Diabetes Support Group

Please join us as we discuss better strategies for self-care in your life with Diabetes. This group meets the First Friday of every month from 1 to 3pm. (learn more)

 

Grief Support Group

Join us as we move forward through the grief process on this journey in life.  Open to those who have experienced a loss of any kind.  This group meets the second Thursday of every month from 10:00am to noon. (learn more)

 

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group

People with Multiple Sclerosis and their loved ones share support and learning opportunities in this free group.  This group meets the third Tuesday of every month  from 1 to 3pm. (learn more)

 

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

Parkinson’s disease is a complex condition that affects every aspect of life for those diagnosed with it. This group provides support from others who are affected by the disease as well as their family and friends. This group meets the second Tuesday of every month from 1 to 3pm. (learn more)

 

Stroke Support Group

Both people living with stroke and their loved ones are welcome to attend this support group to share support and learning opportunities.  This group meets on the first Tuesday of every month from 1 to 3pm. (learn more)

 

SUPPORT GROUP CONTACT INFORMATION
If you would like more specific information please contact Cindy Ledger at the Cass County COA. Call (269) 445-8110 or email cindyl@casscoa.org

Upcoming Support Group Activities


Parkinson's Support Group (FSC)
Tuesday, April 23
Front Street Crossing - Dowagiac
Parkinson’s disease is a complex condition that affects every aspect of life for those diagnosed... (learn more)


Diabetes Support Group
Friday, May 3
Lowe Center - Cassopolis, Zoom
Please join us as we discuss better strategies for self-care in your life with Diabetes. First... (learn more)


Stroke Support Group
Tuesday, May 7
Lowe Center - Cassopolis
Both people living with stroke and their loved ones are welcome to attend this support group to... (learn more)


Dementia Caregivers Support Group
Wednesday, May 8
Lowe Center - Cassopolis
If you are a caregiver; a family member, friend, or neighbor, who helps care for an individual who... (learn more)


Grief Support
Thursday, May 9
Lowe Center - Cassopolis
Open to those who have experienced a loss of any kind.   Grief doesn’t just have to be the loss of... (learn more)


Parkinson’s Support Group
Tuesday, May 14
Lowe Center - Cassopolis
Parkinson’s disease is a complex condition that affects every aspect of life for those diagnosed... (learn more)