Support for Seniors and Caregivers
Caring for an aging loved one or managing your own health changes can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to sort it out alone. This page highlights local support groups where seniors and family caregivers can share experiences, ask honest questions, and receive encouragement from people who understand this season of life. Use these connections to help you feel more informed, supported, and less alone in the process.
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Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregiver Support Group – UMMC MIND Center, Jackson, MS
Focus: Caregiver support and education specifically for families caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia.
Contact: 601‑815‑4237
Website: Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregiver Support Group - University of Mississippi Medical Center
Caregivers’ Support Group – First Presbyterian Church, Jackson, MS
Focus: Monthly faith‑based support group for families caring for loved ones with dementia or significant long‑term health needs.
Website: Caregivers Support Group • First Presbyterian Church
Alzheimer’s Association – Mississippi Chapter Support Groups
Focus: Multiple support groups around Mississippi (including Jackson area) for dementia caregivers and people in early stages of Alzheimer’s or related disorders.
Contact: 769‑230‑0611
24/7 Helpline: 800-272-3900
Mississippi Family Caregiver Support Program – MDHS Division of Aging & Adult Services
Focus: Statewide program offering information, counseling, respite options, and support for unpaid family caregivers of older adults. Through Mississippi Access to Care (MAC).
Contact: 844‑822‑4622
Website: Caregiver Support - Mississippi Department of Human Services
Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Survivor and Caregiver Support Group – Jackson Metro
Focus: Peer support for survivors of brain or spinal cord injury and their caregivers, including coping, resources, and community connection. Through Brain Injury Association of Mississippi.