Dementia Support Groups
We recognize the challenges of a dementia diagnosis and are here to support you and your family through this journey.
Discover the free support groups available to you, offered by the Biggs Institute and our community partners.
Support Groups by Type
Caring for a Parent with Dementia Support Group
Join our experts in dementia care for encouraging discussion about caring for a parent living with dementia in a supportive and informative environment with others who are experiencing similar situations.
The support group is free to attend and focused on providing support for adults with parents diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.
When: Every second Thursday 4:00-5:30pm
Where: Online via Zoom
Lewy Body Dementia Support Group
Join our experts in dementia care for an encouraging discussion with others who are living with Lewy body dementia (LBD) and those caring for individuals with LBD.
This support group is free to attend and is open to anyone diagnosed with LBD. Caregivers are welcome to attend alongside their loved ones diagnosed with LBD. Please note that registration is required.
When: Every first Thursday 1:00-2:30pm
Where: UT Health San Antonio Medical Arts & Research Center (MARC)
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
Join our experts in dementia care for a supportive and encouraging discussion about living with and coping with Parkinson’s disease.
This support group is free to attend and open to all individuals diagnosed with Parkinson’s.
When: Every second Thursday 10:00-11:30am
Where: UT Health San Antonio Medical Arts & Research Center (MARC)
Additional Support
Alzheimer's Association
Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association provides support groups, educational programs and a 24/7 hotline for additional information and support anytime.
Wellmed Caregiver Support
Wellmed Caregiver Support
The WellMed Charitable Foundation’s Caregiver Support program, known as Caregiver SOS, offers free services to help family caregivers manage the challenges of caring for loved ones with chronic illnesses, dementia, or disabilities
Laredo Support Group
UT Center at Laredo Caregiver Support Group
When: First Tuesday of the month from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Where: UT Education & Research Center, Library Conference Room,1937 Bustamante St., Laredo, TX
To register, call the Alzheimer’s Association’s 24/7 hotline at 1-800-272-3900 or contact mpvieryra@alz.org.