Help for Dementia Carers and Helpers

Help for Dementia Carers and HelpersThe Alzheimer Portugal organisation is holding monthly Dementia Support Group get-togethers to help anyone looking after a family member, or friend suffering from this incurable condition.

The meetings are held in Portimao on the third Friday of each month, the next being on, February 21st.

Under the leadership of Margarida Farreira, head of the Altzheimer Portugal organisation in Portimao and Lago, the meetings run from 11 am to 12.30 am. They offer a opportunity for dementia helpers to exchange experiences thoughts and ideas.

The number of people attending these intimate sessions usually varies anywhere between five and fifteen.

The Alzheimer centre in Portimao is located at Rua Sidonio Pais, Urb S. Francisco, Lt,2 Loja2 8500-735 Portimao.

To attend a session, it is best to contact the organisers by phone (965276690), or email (geral.algarve@alzheinerportugal.org). You could also check the website at https://alzheimerportugal.org/

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