Rhode Island Caregiver Support Groups & Resources
- The ALS Association Rhode Island Chapter: Offers monthly caregiver support groups at the Warwick Public Library and additional support groups for patients and caregivers. Contact Lynn at 401-732-1609 or lmcgovern@alsari.org to RSVP. Website: https://www.seniorlink.com/blog/50-best-caregiver-support-groups-in-rhode-island
- Alzheimer’s Association Rhode Island Chapter: Provides caregiver support groups, education programs, and resources for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Website: https://www.alz.org/ri
- American Cancer Society: Offers caregiver support groups, resources, and information for families affected by cancer. Call 1-800-227-2345 or visit the website to find locations near you. Website: https://www.cancer.org/treatment/support-programs-and-services.html
- American Heart Association: Provides resources and support for caregivers of individuals with heart disease or stroke. Website: https://www.heart.org/en/affiliates/rhode-island
- American Lung Association: Offers caregiver support groups, resources, and information for families affected by lung disease. Website: https://www.lung.org/local-content/rhode-island
- Arthritis Foundation – New England Region: Provides education, resources, and support for caregivers of individuals with arthritis. Website: https://www.arthritis.org/local-offices/new-england
- Caregiver Action Network: Offers resources and support for family caregivers, including a national support line and online caregiver community. Website: https://www.caregiveraction.org/
- Children’s Wishes: Provides support, resources, and experiences for families of children with life-threatening illnesses. Website: https://www.childrenswishes.org/
- Family Service of Rhode Island – Caregiver Support Center: Offers caregiver support groups, education, and resources for families caring for loved ones with disabilities or chronic illnesses. Website: Home – Family Service of Rhode Island (familyserviceri.org)
- The Hope Alzheimer’s Center: Provides caregiver support groups, education, and resources for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Website: Hope Alzheimer’s Center (hopealzheimerscenter.org)
- Lifespan – Caregiver Resource Center: Offers caregiver support groups, education, and resources for families caring for loved ones with chronic or terminal illnesses. Website: Rhode Island Hospitals and Health Services | Lifespan
- National Multiple Sclerosis Society – Rhode Island Chapter: Provides caregiver support groups, education, and resources for families affected by multiple sclerosis. Website: Home | National Multiple Sclerosis Society (nationalmssociety.org)
- Parkinson’s Support Groups of Rhode Island: Offers caregiver support groups, educational meetings, and resources for families affected by Parkinson’s disease. Website: Rhode Island Chapter | American Parkinson Disease Association (apdaparkinson.org)
- Rhode Island Parent Information Network – Caregiver Support: Provides support, education, and resources for families caring for children with disabilities or special healthcare needs. Website: Rhode Island Parent Information Network (RIPIN) | Rhode Island Secondary Transition Services and Employment First (risecondarytransition.org)
- Women & Infants Hospital – Care New England: Offers caregiver support groups, resources, and education for families caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. Website: Women & Infants | Essential Healthcare For Women In Rhode Island (womenandinfants.org)
