Resource Category: Support Groups

Rays for Rare

Rays for Rare supports for medically fragile children through advocacy, support, and education for the child and their care provider. Supports available include family events, housekeeping, meal service, support groups and more.

Locations:
  • 1036 East Iron Eagle Drive #130, Eagle, ID 83616-6829, USA

ALS Association – Idaho

The ALS Association Idaho chapter provides support groups for those living with ALS, their caregivers, friends, and loved ones. Their meetings include educational presentations and representatives for resources in the community. They also have other services like resource navigation, education, and consultation on the use of assistive technology/equipment.

Area IV South Central Idaho Area Agency on Aging , College of Southern Idaho – Twin Falls

Area IV Agency on Aging provides support groups, wellness groups, and other supports for caregivers.

Locations:
  • 650 Addison Avenue West 4th floor, Twin Falls, ID 83301-5851, USA

Alzheimer’s Association, Idaho

The Alzheimer’s Association provides supports for caregivers of persons living with Alzheimer’s. These include education (online videos or classes), support groups, and a 24 hour helpline.

Lewy Body Facebook Support Group

A Facebook group to share info, ask questions and give support to Lewy Body Dementia Patients and caregivers of people with Lewy Body Dementia (a specific type of dementia with some symptoms similar to Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, but often including hallucinations and REM sleep disorder, among other symptoms).