For caregivers
You don't walk this road alone.
Hope Arbor exists to support both your loved one and you. Here's how to take the first step — and where to find community along the way.Care Partner Support Group
Our Care Partner Support Group meets each Tuesday at 10:15 am in the Tabby House on the corner of Holcomb and Parkersburg. Led by Dr. Frank Parr, Lynn Roesler, and Barbara Wilson, each session helps family caregivers find community, build skills, and learn from local resources and professionals.
You do not need to have a loved one in the Hope Arbor program to join — this group is open to any family caregiver in the Savannah community.
Caregiver Resources
Download our printable guide with helpful information for families and caregivers.
Community Resource Document
If you missed the talk with Marilyn Johnson, view these notes about community resources offered for you and your loved one.
Eligibility
- Adults living with early to middle stages of Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, or recovering from stroke
- Ability to participate in group activities with supervision
- Open to all faith backgrounds — no church affiliation required
What to expect
- Trained program directors and devoted volunteers leading each day
- A safe, welcoming, judgment-free environment
- Music, activities, conversation, and a shared nutritious lunch
Friends must be independent in the following
- Able to ambulate — use of a cane, walker, or wheelchair is fine
- Able to eat independently
- Able to toilet independently — absorbent briefs (such as Depends) are fine
- Able to function cooperatively in a group