HUDSON VALLEY, New York—Angels on Call Homecare, a provider of specialized dementia and Parkinson's care delivered through aging-in-place and live-in care models, has launched Angels Embrace, a free community support group initiative designed to provide education, connection and emotional support for individuals and families impacted by neurodegenerative conditions.
The program offers both in-person meetings and virtual participation, expanding access for caregivers, family members and individuals living with Parkinson's disease or dementia.
"Conditions like Parkinson's disease and dementia affect entire families, not just individuals," said Eric Dalton, vice president of Angels on Call Homecare. "For too long, families navigating these diseases have been left to figure things out on their own. Angels Embrace is about changing that reality by creating a community where education, shared experience and compassionate guidance come together. When families feel informed and supported, they are better equipped to navigate the complexities of neurodegenerative disease while preserving dignity, independence and quality of life."
Unlike therapy groups or medical treatment programs, Angels Embrace is intentionally structured as a supportive and educational community environment focused on shared experiences, practical understanding and emotional support.
The initiative aims to:
- create a welcoming space for open dialogue and shared experiences
- support caregivers, family members and individuals living with neurological conditions
- normalize challenges associated with disease progression
- increase awareness of coping strategies and community resources
- strengthen connections among families navigating similar journeys
Support group leaders facilitating Angels Embrace have completed support group leadership training through a nationally recognized Parkinson's education organization dedicated to strengthening support systems for individuals and families living with Parkinson's disease.
Robert Dalton, CEO of Angels on Call Homecare, said the initiative reflects the organization's commitment to strengthening support systems for families navigating neurological disease.
"Families often feel overwhelmed long before they reach out for professional care," Dalton said. "Through our work supporting individuals aging at home—whether they're receiving hourly or live-in care—we see how important connection and education are. Angels Embrace was created so families know they are not facing these diseases alone."
Participation in Angels Embrace is completely free and open to the community, regardless of whether individuals receive homecare services from Angels on Call.
Meetings are open to individuals living with Parkinson's disease or dementia, family caregivers, adult children supporting loved ones and community members seeking education and understanding. Both in-person and virtual sessions are available to ensure accessibility for participants with varying schedules, mobility needs and geographic locations.