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 that meet 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 offer Caregiver Discussions/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.
Please contact Jessica Brown for dates and locations or other questions:
Phone: 315-435-2362 ext. 4691
E-Mail: jessicabrown@ongov.net
Caregiver Support Group Survey
Support Groups can be a vital strategy for avoiding burnout. Monthly meetings offer caregivers the opportunity to share their stories and to give and receive the support needed to make changes in their caregiving patterns and approach.
As we approach 2026, Onondaga County Office for Aging is requesting feedback from those interested in joining or continuing engagement in a caregiver support group.
Please take a few minutes to complete the short survey linked below. Your feedback on preferred location, time and day of the week will guide us in planning future caregiver groups that best meet the needs of caregivers across the county.
This survey will be available until December 16, 2025.