Caregiving can be isolating — especially when friends and family don’t fully understand the daily challenges. Support groups remind caregivers they are not alone.
Benefits of Online Support Groups
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Emotional support and validation
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Practical advice from others in similar situations
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Flexible access from home
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Reduced feelings of burnout and loneliness
Types of Online Support Groups
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Dementia and Alzheimer’s caregiver groups
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Caregiver Facebook communities
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Faith-based caregiver support groups
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Condition-specific forums (stroke, Parkinson’s, etc.)
Why Support Matters
Caregivers who receive emotional support are:
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Less likely to burn out
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Better able to provide quality care
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More likely to maintain their own health
Caring for yourself is not selfish — it’s necessary.
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