Dementia Caregiver Support Group

You Don’t Have to Walk This Journey Alone.

Caring for someone living with dementia can be one of the most rewarding and one of the most challenging experiences a family will ever face. Our support group is a welcoming community where families can learn, connect, ask questions, and encourage one another.

Why We Started It

Because caregivers need care too.

While much attention is given to the person living with dementia, family caregivers are often carrying tremendous emotional, physical, and mental responsibilities.

Sometimes what a caregiver needs most is information. Sometimes they need reassurance. Sometimes they simply need someone who understands. Our goal is to provide all three.

Our Commitment

Welcome, whether you're a client or not.

Whether you receive home care services from iCherish or not, you are welcome here. Our mission is to strengthen caregivers, educate families, and build a more supportive community for everyone affected by dementia.

What You Can Expect

A space to learn, share, and be understood.

Practical caregiving strategies

Education about dementia and its progression

A supportive space to ask questions

Connection with others facing similar challenges

Educational resources

Local services and community support

A place to share without judgment

Our Journey Together

Support, Education and
Connection

A look back at the Lake Country Dementia Caregiver Support Group's monthly sessions, beginning with the June 2026 launch.

June 2026 · Group Launch

Kickoff Meeting

Thursday, June 18, 2026

In June, iCherish Home Care Services launched the Lake Country Dementia Caregiver Support Group — a free monthly group open to all family and friend caregivers of individuals living with dementia. Our kickoff gathering at the Greene County Library brought caregivers, community members, and library staff together to introduce the group and the year of monthly sessions ahead. The group now meets the second Thursday of each month, with Meet & Mingle from 10:30–10:50 AM and the session following.

July 2026 · Session 1

What Is Dementia?

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Our first session laid the foundation for the year. Families learned what dementia is and what it isn’t, the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s, the most common types, and the early warning signs to watch for. We also covered when a change means it’s time to call the doctor, and every family left with trusted resources — including the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline (800-272-3900).

800-272-3900

August 2026 · Session 2

Communication That Connects

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Dementia changes how a loved one speaks and understands — but connection is always possible. This session covered the “golden rules” of what to let go of, simple verbal and non-verbal techniques that keep conversation calm and kind, and what to do when words fail. Anchored in Proverbs 16:24: pleasant words truly are health to the bones.

The “golden rules” of what to let go of
Verbal techniques for calmer communication
Non-verbal techniques that support connection
What to do when words fail
Proverbs 16:24: “pleasant words truly are health to the bones”

September 2026 · Session 3

Understanding Behavior

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Every behavior is communication. Caregivers learned how to spot the triggers behind agitation, repetition, suspicion, and restlessness, and practiced the calm “3 R’s” approach — Reassure, Redirect, Return. Families took home a quick-reference guide for responding to specific behaviors, plus guidance on when a sudden change means calling the doctor.

Identifying triggers behind difficult behaviors
Understanding agitation, repetition, suspicion and restlessness
The calm “3 R’s”: Reassure, Redirect, Return
Quick-reference guidance for specific behaviors
When a sudden change means calling the doctor

Session Videos

Short videos from the Lake Country Dementia
Caregiver Support Group.

Free, welcoming, and open to the community.

The Lake Country Dementia Caregiver Support Group is free and open to all family and friend caregivers of individuals living with dementia.

Greene County Library
610 S. Main St., Greensboro, GA

Second Thursday of each month

10:30–10:50 AM, with the session following

Group Facilitator · 762-815-3003 · Support@icherishhomecare.com

Support doesn’t stop at the meeting.

New members receive all past handouts when they join. Families can also access the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline for additional support and information.