My Natural Me, is happy to announce our new support group starting in March 2023. We specifically designed this support group to help minority caregivers to face the unique challenges that face families of color and dementia.

Research has shown that people in the Black community often face barriers to their care for dementia, including delays in diagnosis. Socioeconomic factors may also make it harder for BIPOC to gain health insurance or easily access health appointments. Many experts have also criticized cognitive tests for dementia as being unsuitable for historically marginalized groups, potentially leading to an incorrect diagnosis.Researchers create cognitive tests from years of research on white people, and they do not adjust them to consider educational disparity and discrimination in BIPOC communities.

Our goal is too narrow the gap so that Black families of dementia patients can have the tools needed for early detection, healthcare and support for their loved ones, thus providing them with the care they need to assist their loved ones. 

The Mission Of This Program: To provide an opportunity for minority caregivers to share personal experiences and feelings, coping strategies, or firsthand information about dementia healthcare options and/or treatments.

My Natural Me is a Virginia Nonprofit Organization, (pending 501c3 IRS approval) that provides education, resources, tools specifically to help girls and women to feel honored, empowered and refreshed.

To find out more about My Natural Me, check out our website: www.mynaturalme.org or email us at info@mynaturalme.info