Caregiver Groups

Caregiver Discussion/Support Groups

Family caregivers of older or disabled persons assume responsibilities and  experience many changes in their lifestyles.

Through the Onondaga County Department of Adult and Long Term Care, Office for Aging, Caregiver Services provides on-going support through Caregiver Discussion Groups. There are five groups to choose from, all meet regularly with an aging specialist facilitator. Family caregivers gather to share their situations, define the problems they face, explore solutions, learn about community resources and make a commitment to change.

Group Participants learn from and support each other as they try different strategies for providing care for their family members as well as balancing their own lives. The groups create an environment where caregivers can freely express emotions and concerns and find validation and encouragement.

We are now offering our Caregiver Discussion/Support Group meetings virtually and in-person so that caregivers or other loved ones can interact, share, and learn from each other in a safe, supportive environment, either online or in a group setting.

1st Wednesday of each month: 12:30-2:00pm
Jamesville Dewitt Library Community Room
5110 Jamesville Rd, Jamesville, NY 13078

1st Thursday of each month: 6:00pm-7:30pm
Brookdale Summerfield Independent Living Facility Library
100 Summerfield Village Lane, Syracuse, NY 13215

2nd Thursday of each month: 6:00-7:30pm
** Call Kimberly Connell to confirm location

3rd Thursday of each month: 1:00-2:30
Nottingham Independent Living Facility: Craft Room
1301 Nottingham Rd Jamesville, NY

4nd Thursday of each month: 6:00-7:00pm
Virtual Group Only via Zoom.

Caregivers and loved ones are welcome to join in any group at a time that works best for you. You may join in the discussion or simply listen in.

You may join any of these groups by clicking on the following link, at the appropriate time or by using the number below if you don't have computer access.

Join the meeting online: Caregiver Group Zoom Link or https://shorturl.at/nCGOS

Or join the meeting by phone: 646-558-8656
Meeting ID: 357 334-5126

Passcode: 374439

Please reach out directly with any questions about the Caregiver Groups to:
Kimberly Connell, LMSW

315-435-2362 Ext. 4693