These Support Groups Help Caregivers Cope

Alabama Cares, a program of the United Way Area Agency on Aging (UWAAA), offers two different specialized support groups that meet on a monthly basis. Meetings take place in a relaxed atmosphere at United Way of Central Alabama. There is no cost to attend.

Older Relative Caregiver Support Group

Empowering Older Caregivers by Sharing Wisdom and Solutions

The Older Relative Caregiver Support Group is dedicated to assisting adults aged 55 and older who are not the biological parents but are responsible for parenting children under 18 or serving as primary caregivers for individuals with disabilities. We understand that caregiving and raising children present unique challenges at any age, and special considerations that come into play when the responsibility falls on older relatives.. Our group provides a space where participants can connect, share experiences and collaboratively find solutions to common issues.

The Older Relative Caregiver support group is held the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at United Way of Central Alabama in Alice Williams Building Room 102.

Older Relative Caregiver Support Group 2026 Meeting Dates:

  • February 17th
  • March 17th
  • April 21st
  • May 19th
  • June 16th
  • July 21st
  • August 18th
  • September 15th
  • October 20th  
  • November 17th
  • December 15th

Caregiver Support Group

A Confidential Support Network for Those Navigating Caregiving

The Caregiver Support Group recognizes the challenges of caregiving and provides caregivers a safe haven to frankly and confidentially discuss their situations and problems they may be encountering. By sharing their concerns with others who may have similar experiences, ideas are exchanged and solutions are often developed that help caregivers fulfill their responsibilities more productively with less stress and a more positive outlook.

The Caregiver support group is held the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 11:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. at United Way of Central Alabama in Alice Williams Building Room 102.

Caregiver Support Group 2026 Meeting Dates:

  • January 20, 2026
  • February 17, 2026
  • March 17, 2026
  • April 21, 2026
  • May 19, 2026
  • June 16, 2026
  • July 21, 2026
  • August 18, 2026
  • September 15, 2026
  • October 20, 2026
  • November 17, 2026
  • December 15, 2026

For meeting details, call 1-800-AGE-LINE (1-800- 243-5463).