Join us for a series of informative programs offered throughout the year. Learn how to have honest and caring conversations about common concerns when someone begins to experience the signs and symptoms of dementia. Each month will focus on a different but pertinent topic.  

Leader: Kristina Prendergast and Alzheimer’s Association Trained Volunteer

Instructors vary with topic 

Join this monthly support group to build a support system with others who understand. This support group is conducted by a trained facilitator and is a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners. It is a place to develop a support system, exchange practical information and possible solutions. Talk through challenges, find ways to cope, share feelings and concerns and learn more about community resources. All are welcome at any time. 

Facilitator: Heidi Ripberger-Short 

3rd Wednesday each month at 10a

Get assistance with finding and applying for benefits.

• Medicaid
• SSI/SSD
• SNAP
• LIHEAP
• Senior SHARE Box
• Transnet
• Other local community resources and programs

Call Polly Dobbs, LSW, Community Resource Navigataor, at (610)323-5009; ext. 105 for information.

Come join us to share your experiences of loss and grief. Take this opportunity to learn coping skills for managing the challenge of learning to live after loss of a loved ones. Network with other people to form supportive relationships and gain insight into self-care techniques. 

Facilitator: Polly Dobbs, LSW  

Time:  Pottstown Group – 3rd Friday of the month at 1p; Classroom 1

Come join us to share your experiences of being a caregiver. Take this opportunity to learn coping skills for managing the stress and challenges of being a caregiver. Network with other caregivers to form supportive relationships and gain insight into self-care techniques. 

Facilitator: Polly Dobbs, LSW

Time:  Pottstown Group – 1st Friday of the month at 1p; Classroom 1

Evansburg Group – 3rd Monday of the month at 1p; Evansburg United Methodist Church in Collegeville

Pottstown Medical Specialists Division of Education will be offering two diabetic support groups at two different times for persons with diabetes and their caregivers. Programs will be held select Thursdays monthly—at 10a and 1p. Chris leads the Thursday 10a group, which is structured as a support group with group members guiding the topics to be discussed. Abigail’s Thursday 1p prevention program will cover various wellness topics that assist with living your best life while coping with diabetes. Sessions are hosted by PMSI’s Certified Lifestyle Coaches, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, Registered Dietician, and special guest speakers.  

Leaders: 

PMSI Dietician Abigail Nessle, RDN, LDN— Diabetes Prevention Program–select Thursday at 1p  

Chris Yocom, Diabetes Support Coach–Diabetes Support Group–select Thursdays at 10a 

Medicare is not one-size-fits-all – get your plan adjusted and save money!

Leader: Pat Sitko

By appointment only

Call Polly at (610)323-5009; ext. 105 to schedule an appointment.