Peer Groups.
A community resource where dementia caregivers connect with others, share experiences, and build confidence throughout the caregiving journey.
A supportive place to learn, share, and connect.
Caregiving for someone with dementia can feel isolating — like nobody else really gets it. Our peer groups bring caregivers together for real conversation, shared learning, and a community that's been where you are. Free, friendly, and open to anyone caring for a person with dementia.
- Connect with caregivers navigating similar experiences
- Share what's working — and what isn't — in a judgement-free space
- Learn from peers at every stage of the caregiving journey
- Discover practical caregiver tools and community resources
Who these groups are for.
Family caregivers
Spouses, adult children, siblings, and anyone showing up day after day for someone they love.
Newly diagnosed families
Just starting out and not sure what to ask? Start here. Many caregivers do.
Long-time caregivers
Years in and feeling stretched thin? Connect with caregivers who've walked the late stages too.
Anyone supporting a caregiver
Friends, neighbors, and faith communities who want to understand and help better.
What you'll find in the room.
Caregiver peer support
Honest conversations with people who get it — no scripts, no judgement.
Facilitated discussion
Guided sessions that keep conversation supportive, focused, and safe.
Shared experiences
Hear from caregivers at every stage of the journey.
Caregiver tools
Practical resources, checklists, and tips shared in every group.
Real community
Real connection — not a comment thread or a phone tree.
A regular touchpoint
Something on the calendar that's just for you.
How to join — it's simple.
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Reach out
Contact a Care Navigator to learn about current peer groups and find the right fit.
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Join a group
Drop into a virtual or in-person group near you — no commitment required.
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Show up as you are
Cameras off, mics off — your privacy is the default.
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Come back anytime
There's no commitment. Visit when you need it.
Thriving Minds at Hearts & Minds.
HōttoCare partners with Hearts & Minds Activity Center in San Jose to connect Santa Clara County caregivers and their loved ones with Thriving Minds — a welcoming space to meet, learn, and grow with others concerned about brain health.
Hearts & Minds Activity Center
Santa Clara County · San Jose, CA
Memory loss is not the end. Thriving Minds helps participants shape their own future and stay engaged — with care partners warmly encouraged to join too.
- Educational workshops
- Support groups
- Recreational & wellness activities
- Cognitive stimulation
- Future planning
Contact Hearts & Minds
- San Jose, CA · Santa Clara County
- (408) 279-7515
- heartsandmindsactivitycenter.org
Frequently asked.
How much does it cost?
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Nothing. HōttoCare peer groups are free and open to the dementia caregiver community.
Do I need to qualify?
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No. Anyone caring for or supporting a person with dementia is welcome — no diagnosis, insurance, or paperwork required.
Will I be on camera?
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No. Video and audio are disabled for participants by default to protect your privacy.
Where are the in-person groups held?
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We host regional in-person meetups across our growing network. Check the Events page for locations near you.
Can I join from outside California?
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Yes. Virtual peer groups are open to caregivers anywhere in the United States.
There's a group this week. Come as you are.
Free, friendly, and judgement-free. Most caregivers say their first session was the moment they finally felt understood.