Caregiver Info and Support
Caregiver Support Groups
Support Groups in Delaware
There are several support groups in Delaware for caregivers. Check the list below for a support group in your area. Call the contact numbers to determine the dates, times, and locations of the support groups.
- Well Spouse Foundation (302) 453-1367 (Lee) or (302) 994-6606 (Debbie)
- Alzheimer's Association (302) 633-4420 or 1-800-219-7666
- Brain Injury Association of Delaware (302) 378-3035
- Family Caregiver Information & Support Groups
Newark Senior Center (302) 737-2336 ext. 21
Wilmington Senior Center (302) 651-3401 - Modern Maturity Center (302) 734-1200
- CHEER Community Center (302) 854-2886
- Stroke Support Groups (302) 633-9313
On-Line Support Groups
The internet offers many opportunities for caregivers to "meet" online, discuss issues, and get support. On-line support groups take on different forms, including chat rooms, discussion groups (or "bulletin boards"), and e-mail groups (knowns also as "listservs"). Some caregiving web sites provide on-line support groups that are staffed by trained professionals, and others are run by caregivers who are simply interested in helping others. Usually, participation is free of charge, and no special software is needed. Some sites require you to register, however, before you begin to participate in the group.
Below is a list of some of the on-line support groups available on the internet. If you're interested, you might want to visit several of them to see which ones best suit you needs.
| Name of Organization/On-Line Support Group | Function(s) |
|---|---|
| Well Spouse Association Support for Spousal Caregivers | Discussion Forum |
| Family Caregiver Alliance Resource Center | Listserv support group (via e-mail) |
| Empowering Caregivers | Chat rooms: 7 days a week, various times Forums/Message Boards (various topics) |
| Caregiver.com | Chat Room: 8 to10 pm daily Discussion Forum |
| Caregiving.com | Listserv (e-mail support groups) in 6 areas: 1) for new caregivers; 2) for "veteran" caregivers who provide daily care; 3) for male caregivers; 4) for caregivers in transition (role is changing); 5) for teens and young adults affected by a cargiving situation; 6) for gays and lesbians caring for a partner, friend, or family member. |
| ElderCare Online Caregiver Support Center | Chat Room Discussion Groups |
| AARP Webplace Discussions: Health and Wellness Discussion/Caregivers Circle | Discussion Group |
| The Alzheimer List | Listserv (e-mail discussion group) |
| Caregivers Army | Chat Listserv (e-mail discussion group) |
| Alzheimer's Association | Bulletin Board discussion group |
| Spinal Cord Injury Caregivers Support Group | E-mail and bulletin board discussion groups. Chat facilities are available. This support group was founded by a Delaware caregiver. |
Want to know more before you try out on-line support groups?
Please see our on-line support group information page.
