Caregiver Support Services

The Orange County Department on Aging is proud to offer both individualized and community level supports to caregivers. Please reach out to the Aging Information Helpline at 919-968-2087 or AgingTransitions@orangecountync.gov for more information.

Dementia Education Collaborative

The Dementia Education Collaborative is designed to provide basic information about dementia to individuals with memory concerns, caregivers, family members, friends, and interested community members. 

‘What Can We Expect? Dementia Basics’ 
Dementia Basics is a four-part series with topics regarding brain health, types and stages of dementia, communication, and preparation for the journey ahead. Download and share the Dementia Basics flyer.

Register by: Fri, May 31 with Marie Dagger at 919-245-4279 or MDagger@orangecountync.gov.
Instructors: Aging Transitions Team and Experienced Community Members
Fee: FREE

UNC Wellness Center at Meadowmont
Mondays, Jun 3-24; 5:30-7:30 pm

Jun 3: Brain Health Basics
Jun 10: Types and Stages of Dementia
Jun 17: Communication
Jun 24: Planning for the Journey Ahead

Memory Café

We gather at Cup-A-Joe in Hillsborough on the first Tuesday of each month from 2:30 – 3:30 pm and at Bruegger's Bagels on the second Monday of each month from 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. This is a monthly opportunity for persons with dementia and their care partners to relax over a cup of coffee and socialize.

Memory Café on the Move

Fun opportunities for persons with dementia and their care partners to explore the community and connect with others.

Upcoming dates:

  • May 17 (Friday) at 10am – Counter Culture Coffee Roastery Tour
  • June 11 (Tuesday) at 11am – Honeysuckle Tea House Grounds Tour
  • July 9 (Tuesday) at 2 pm – Frank Gallery of Art Tour
  • August 7 (Wednesday) at 2 pm – Maple View Ice Cream
  • September 19 (Thursday) at 2 pm – Duke Homestead Tour
  • October 17 (Thursday) at 1 pm- Ackland Museum of Art Tour
  • November 18 (Monday) at 10:30 am – Duke Chapel Tour
  • December 17 (Tuesday) at 2 pm – Carolina Inn – 12 Days of Christmas Tour

Caregiver Support Groups

Meet with other caregivers to share experiences, learn new skills, and get answers to questions about dementia and other long-term disabilities.

The group meets:

  • The first Tuesday of each month at the Passmore Center, 4 - 5:30PM; starting in March of 2019 the group will meet 2nd & 4th Thursday of the Month from 1:00 - 2:30PM
  • The second and fourth Fridays of each month at the Seymour Center, 10:30AM - 12:00PM

    Download the 2019 Caregiver Support Group Schedule (PDF)

Caregiver E-Newsletter

‘Community News for Caregivers’ is a monthly email newsletter that provides information on upcoming events, relevant community topics, and related resources.

Sign up for the Community News for Caregivers

Dementia Friendly Businesses

A free education program for local businesses and organizations that provides them with awareness and resources to better support clientele who are living with dementia.

See a complete list of Dementia Friendly organizations

If you would like to request a Dementia Friendly training, email the Aging Transitions Team or call 919-968-2087

  1. Individualized

Office Consultations

  • An opportunity to speak with a caregiver or dementia support specialist regarding your specific caregiving situation.

In-Home Coaching

  • Our social worker and occupational therapist team are available to support you through challenging situations that may arise along the dementia-caregiving journey.

Memory Screenings

  • Schedule a time with an occupational therapist to complete a screening and learn more about you or a loved one’s specific areas of cognitive strength and challenge.

Options Counseling

  • Trained Options Counselors provide guidance to individuals as they make informed choices about long-term services and supports.

Music In My Mind

In-Home Assistance Resources