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 2025 Meeting Dates:

  • January 21, 2025
  • February 18, 2025
  • March 18, 2025
  • April 15, 2025
  • May 20, 2025
  • June 17, 2025
  • July 15, 2025
  • August 19, 2025
  • September 16, 2025
  • October 21, 2025
  • November 18, 2025
  • December 16, 2025

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 2025 Meeting Dates:

  • January 21, 2025
  • February 18, 2025
  • March 18, 2025
  • April 15, 2025
  • May 20, 2025
  • June 17, 2025
  • July 15, 2025
  • August 19, 2025
  • September 16, 2025
  • October 21, 2025
  • November 18, 2025
  • December 16, 2025

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