Please call ahead to confirm time and place.
All meetings are open to the public and cost free, unless otherwise noted.

May 1 (12:30 to 2:30 PM). *Caregiver Support Group.
For caregivers of individuals who have Alzheimer's or related dementias. Co-sponsored by Alzheimer's Association and CareTree Adult Day Health Services. Respite for loved one available free of charge - call ahead to make arrangements. Meets at CareTree, 4065 Saladin Dr.SE, Grand Rapids.
For Information call: Sue Kolean @ (800) 893-8365
For respite call: Betsy (616) 464-3665

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (10-12 AM). Family Support Groups. This is a time for people who are on a cancer journey with someone they love to come together to discuss issues, give information to one another and be part of a supportive community. Meets at Gilda's Club, 1806 Bridge NW, Grand Rapids.
Contact: Beth Jepson
Phone: 453-8300

May 5 (7:00 PM). *Caregiver Support Group.
For caregivers of individuals who have Alzheimer's or related dementias. Co-sponsored by Alzheimer's Association and Clark Retirement Community. Meets at Clark Retirement Community, 1551 Franklin St. SE, Grand Rapids.
Contact: Amy Moy
Phone: (616) 954-2662

May 6 (10:00 AM - 12:30 PM) - Helping Helpers--New Group forming. A support and educational group designed to provide caregivers with the opportunity to openly share their experiences with other caregivers, obtain information and link with community resources. Meets at Kentwood Community Church, Rm. 123, 1200 60th St. SE, Grand Rapids.
Contact: Sue Tomlinson
Phone: (616) 455-1740

May 6 (7:00 PM). *Heather Hills Caregiver Support Group. For caregivers of individuals who have Alzheimer's or related dementias. Co-sponsored by Alzheimer's Association and Heather Hills Care Center. Free respite for loved one. Meets at Conference Room, Heather Hills Care Center, 1157 Medical Park Drive SE, Grand Rapids.
Contact: Carmen Bassage or Tina Talsma
Phone: (616)949-7310

May 6, 13, 20, 27 (6-8 PM). Family Support Groups. This is a time for people who are on a cancer journey with someone they love to come together to discuss issues, give information to one another and be part of a supportive community. Meets at Gilda's Club, 1806 Bridge NW, Grand Rapids.
Contact: Beth Jepson
Phone: 453-8300

May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 4, 11 (6:30 AM - 8:30 PM) - Helping Helpers - New Group starting with six-week series. A support and educational group designed to provide caregivers with the opportunity to openly share their experiences with other caregivers, obtain information and link with community resources. Meets at Westminster Church - 47 Jefferson SE, Grand Rapids.
Contact: Church office
Phone: (616) 456-1456
May 8 (1:30 PM) *Caregiver Support Group. For caregivers of individuals who have Alzheimer's or related dementias. Co-sponsored by Alzheimer's Association and Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services. Meets at Pine Rest, Mulder Center, 300 68th St. SE, Grand Rapids.
Contact: Sue Kolean
Phone: (800) 893-8365

May 11 (2:00 - 4:00 PM) ALS Support Group. Features both joint and separate meetings for caregivers and care recipients. Meets at 1st Evangelical Covenant Church, 1933 Tremont Blvd. NW, Grand Rapids. No registration is required.
Contact: West Michigan Chapter of ALS
Phone: ( 616) 459-1900 or (800) 387-7121

May 12 (11:00 AM - 3:30 PM) Get Away Day - Lunch at Sam's Oasis and see the Dead See Scrolls at the Van Andel Museum. A fun, recreational outing planned by caregivers and staff. This program is designed to provide caregivers with the opportunity to enjoy some time for themselves, away from the duties of caregiving. Meet at CareTree at 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you need respite care for your loved one, or to ride in the van.
Contact: Betsy: reservations by May 5.
Phone: (616) 464-3665
Cost: Lunch $8.00, Exhibit $8.00.

May 13 (11:30 AM - 1:00 PM). *Side-by-Side Adult Day Services Caregiver Support Group. For caregivers of individuals who have Alzheimer's or related dementias. Co-sponsored by Alzheimer's Association and Side-By-Side Adult Day Services. Lunch provided at no cost. Meets at Conference Room, Family Life Center, 1256 Walker Ave. NW, Grand Rapids.
Contact: Sherry Gaines
Phone: (616) 456-1620

May 14 (1:30 PM to 4:00 PM). Tips and Tools for Family Caregivers. Information and educational resource tools, developed by the Caregiver Resource Network for use with family and professional caregivers, will be shared and possible use of these tools will be modeled for participants. Meets at Holland Home Breton Terrace, 2500 Breton Woods Drive, Grand Rapids. (This is located just east off of Breton Rd. just north of 44th Street)
For Information call: Nora Barkey @ (616) 222-7012

May 15 (12:30 to 2:30 PM). *Caregiver Support Group. For caregivers of individuals who have Alzheimer's or related dementias. Co-sponsored by Alzheimer's Association and CareTree Adult Day Health Services. Respite for loved one available free of charge - call ahead to make arrangements. Meets at CareTree, 4065 Saladin Dr. SE, Grand Rapids.
For Information call: Sue Kolean @ (800) 893-8365
For respite call: Betsy (616) 464-3665

May 17 (1:30 PM) *Caregiver Support Group. For caregivers of individuals who have Alzheimer's or related dementias. Co-sponsored by Alzheimer's Association and Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services. Meets at Pine Rest, Mulder Center, 300 68th St. SE, Grand Rapids.
Contact: Sue Kolean
Phone: (800) 893-8365

May 19 (11:30 - 1:30 PM) - Helping Helpers A support and educational group designed to provide caregivers with the opportunity to openly share their experiences with other caregivers, obtain information and link with community resources. Meets at Calvary Church - Room 139, 777 East Beltline, Grand Rapids.
Contact: Rev. Doug Stimers
Phone: (616) 281-6516

May 20 (9:00-10:30 AM) *Men's Caregiver Support Group. Monthly program co-sponsored by Alzheimer's Association & Gerontology Network. Meet at Burton Heights CRC, 1970 Jefferson SE, Grand Rapids
Contact: Kevin O'Hara
Phone: 1-800-893-8365 or (616) 977-3300 Ext. 230

May 27 (7:00 - 9:00 PM) Support Group for Family & Friends of Aging Adults. Topic: Is My Forgetfulness Normal or Do I Have Dementia? Helen Harms, BS, MA, Education and Infection Control Nurse, Holland Home, presenting. Meet at Holland Home, 2100 Raybrook SE, Grand Rapids.
For Information contact: Julie Griffin (616) 243-8116; or Ron Rozema (616) 235-5029

* May topic for Alzheimer's Groups listed is: Grief and Alzheimer's/Any Dementia