Caregiver Support Groups in District of Columbia
There are 4 caregiver support groups in District of Columbia on The Group Guide: 2 hybrid, and 2 online. 4 are all free to join. Another 219 online caregiver support groups are listed from other states, and many accept members from anywhere. Free to browse. No account needed.
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Caregiver Support groups in District of Columbia
Each listing is written by the group leader and says where and when the group meets, what it costs, and how to join.
Iona — Free Caregiver Peer Support Groups Washington, DC
Iona Senior Services runs free, peer-supported caregiver support groups in Washington, D.C., for adults caring for aging loved ones, parents with dementia, or family…
See how to join → Free to join
JSSA — Free Grief & Mental Health Peer Groups Washington, DC
The Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) offers free and low-cost peer support groups for adults and teens across the Greater Washington area, including grief…
See how to join → Free to join
LDA District of Columbia — Learning Disabilities Association State Affiliate
The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA District of Columbia) is the District of Columbia state affiliate of LDA, offering peer support, advocacy, and…
See how to join → Free to join
IDA D.C. Capital Area — International Dyslexia Association Branch
The International Dyslexia Association (IDA D.C. Capital Area) is a volunteer-run branch of IDA serving families, educators, and adults affected by dyslexia in District…
See how to join → Free to join
Online caregiver support groups listed in other states
Many online groups accept members from anywhere. Check each listing for who can join, since some therapist-led groups only take people in the states where the leader is licensed.
CancerCare Bereavement Support Groups — Free Virtual Grief Groups
CancerCare offers free oncology-social-worker-led virtual bereavement support groups for people who have lost someone to cancer. What to Expect Free 15-week oncology-social-worker-facilitated online bereavement…
See how to join → Free to join
Center for Chronic Illness — Free Virtual Support Groups
The Center for Chronic Illness offers free, facilitated virtual support groups organized by diagnosis and for caregivers. What to Expect Free facilitated virtual support…
See how to join → Free to join
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society — Caregivers Online Chat Support Group – Online
LLS hosts a free live weekly online chat for caregivers, moderated by an oncology social worker. What to Expect Live text chat held Tuesday…
See how to join → Free to join
Boys Town National Hotline – Nebraska (Youth & Family Crisis)
Boys Town National Hotline provides free, 24/7 crisis counseling for youth and parents nationwide, headquartered right in Nebraska. Counselors are trained in suicidology, crisis…
See how to join → Free to join
Memorial Sloan Kettering — Virtual Programs for Patients & Caregivers – Online
Memorial Sloan Kettering's Virtual Programs offers free live online support groups, integrative-medicine classes, nutrition sessions, and educational webinars for patients and caregivers. What to…
See how to join → Free to join
National Eczema Association — Eczema Wise Online Peer Community
The National Eczema Association runs Eczema Wise, a free moderated online peer community for people with eczema and their caregivers, plus support group referrals.…
See how to join → Free to join
Questions about caregiver support groups in District of Columbia
Are there free caregiver support groups in District of Columbia?
Yes. 4 of the 4 caregiver support groups listed in District of Columbia are free to join. Each listing states its own cost, so you know before you reach out.
Can I join an online caregiver support group from District of Columbia?
There are 221 online caregiver support groups on The Group Guide. Peer-led and community groups usually accept members from anywhere. Therapist-led groups may only accept people in the states where the leader is licensed, and each listing says who can join.
What is the difference between a caregiver support support group and a caregiver support therapy group?
A support group is usually led by a peer or volunteer and centers on shared experience. A therapy group is led by a licensed clinician and works toward treatment goals. Listings show whether a licensed professional leads the group.
Do I need a referral to join?
Most groups on The Group Guide accept self-referrals: you contact the group directly. Some insurance-covered groups ask for a referral, and the listing will say so.
How do I know a listing is current?
Group leaders write their own listings, and listings show when their details were last checked. That check confirms the group's details match its own website. It is not a clinical review or an endorsement.
If you need help now
A support group is not crisis care. If you or someone you know is struggling right now:
- Call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential, 24/7.
Lead a caregiver support group in District of Columbia? Get found.
None of the 4 caregiver support groups listed in District of Columbia is led by a licensed professional yet. If you run one, people searching here will find it first. Therapists and counselors: founding seats close December 31, and a founding listing for one fee-based group stays free for the life of the listing. Free groups always list free.