Area Support Groups
Whether you are dealing with a chronic illness, emotional problem, life transition, or want to enhance your health and well-being, your community has support groups where you can come together with people in the same situation. Support and self-help groups involve regular meetings where people experiencing similar problems or life transitions come together to offer each other support and encouragement.
The following support groups are developed and ran by our community partners. We encourage you to explore the different options and reach out to them directly. We wish you good health.
Note: Due to COVID safety concerns some of our partners may have suspended their groups or opted to take the group online. Please contact them directly to inquire.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) This group brings together men and women who share strengths, experiences, and hopes to overcome problems with alcoholism. The hotline number has information on individual meetings, such as smoking or child care. Child care is available some mornings. Group literature is available. Call: AA Hotline (217) 373-4200 Email: aa-ecior@aa-eci.org Local Website: aa-eci.org National Website: alcoholics-anonymous.org
Alzheimer’s/Dementia
Name of the Support Group: The 36-Hour Day Book Club/Support Group
Time of Meeting: 1st & 3rd Wednesday at 1pm
Location of Meeting: 309 N. Franklin, Danville, Il 61832
Open or Closed to Public: Open to Public
Name of Facilitators: Michael Courtwright & Valarie Shelton
Phone Number: 217-443-2999
Additional Information: A Family Guide to Caring for People Who Have Alzheimer Disease & Other Dementias
*contact Michael if you would like to join & receive a copy of the book
Circle of Friends Adult Day Center
609 W. Washington
Champaign, IL 61820
3rd Wednesday – 12:00 p.m.
Website: http://www.alzheimers-illinois.org/support_groups/
Alzheimer’s Support Group for CaregiversThis Alzheimer’s and Other Related Dementia support group is a community support group for caregivers of individuals with dementia. The group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 12:00-1:00 p.m. Please feel free to bring a lunch, if you so desire. For more information please contact: cwmauck@illinois.edu
Caregivers Support Group This gathering of people who are caregivers of loved ones with chronic illnesses provides a place to share, exchange ideas, and occasional educational programs. Feel free to bring a lunch. Meets Tues., 11:30 a.m., at Rantoul Public Library. Call: Michelle Clayton or Carol Eastin, Rantoul First United Methodist Church (217) 892-2130
Memory Loss Support Group This group provides support, encouragement, and information for primary caregivers. Group literature is available. Meets 3rd Thurs., 10:00-11:00 a.m., Brookens Bldg., 1776 E. Washington St., Urbana. Call before attending the first meeting. Call: Gail Shivers (217) 384-3784, ext. 4330 E-mail: gshivers@co.champaign.il.us Write: Champaign County Nursing Home, 500 Art Bartell Rd., Urbana, IL 61802
Autism
The C-U Autism Network is a local support group whose mission is to support persons on the Autism Spectrum, their families, caregivers, educators, other professionals, and the public by providing opportunities for support, networking, education, training, and advocacy, along with promoting awareness and acceptance.
- Website: http://cuautismnetwork.org
- Listserve: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/cuan-listserve/
- For additional information email jpalermo.cuan@gmail.com
Danville Autism Support Group Puzzled Minds – Vermilion County Autism Support Group
- For more information, contact Lori Acree, Coordinator, at 217-840-5627 or bestestmomof3@gmail.com or Sheila Krein, TAP Parent Liaison, skrein@thehopeinstitute.us or at 217-306-6751.
CU Able The group focuses not only on advocacy, education, and awareness but also encourages its members to incorporate self-care into their routine by organizing and participating in local events such as mom’s retreats, family dinners, community events and CU Able Parent Network Meetings.
Facebook (closed group): https://www.facebook.com/groups/314978318626917/ – they have a very supportive and active Facebook page
LGBT
Aging UP- LGBT Support Group
Meets every Sunday from 4:00PM-6:00PM
Uniting Pride On zoom during COVID-19 Phase 1-4 mitigations
AgingUP! is a group for LGBTQ+ older adults to gather and discuss the fears, joys, and complications of aging in a safe and affirming space. Open to all genders. To sign up, email darya@unitingpride.org.
*All Carle Support Group Programs are currently online only due to Covid-19
Brain Injury
Meets monthly on the 2nd Saturday from 1030-`1230 at Mills Cancer Center at Carle, Houseworth – second-floor conference room.
Carle Foundation Hospital
611 W. Park Street
Urbana, IL 61801
Telephone: (217) 383-6423
Contact: Dawn Henry, dawn.henry@carle.com
Description: Purpose is to provide information and resources, advocate for needs and provide a support network to brain injury survivors and their friends and family.
Accessibility: Accessible
Cancer
Carle Cancer Support Groups https://carle.org/classes/support-groups
The Christie Clinic Breast Cancer Support Group
Website: http://www.christieclinic.com/adult-health/support-groups/
Contact: Department of General Surgery at (217) 366-5445.
Meets at 7 pm on the first Wednesday of every month.
2nd floor, Christie on Windsor, 1801 West Windsor Road in Champaign
Description: This wellness-focused group is comprised of breast cancer survivors of all ages and experienced health care professionals. Our goal is to share ideas, provide support, answer questions, and offer solutions to problems for people who are coping with breast cancer. The format of each meeting includes a short presentation by a guest speaker followed by informal group interaction. You may attend as often as you wish, and you can always bring along a family member or friend. Additional information about the Breast Cancer Support Group is available by calling the Department of General Surgery at 217.366.5445.
Carle Daytime Cancer Support Group
Website: http://www.carle.org/Classes/SupportGroups/Daytime-Cancer-Support-Group.aspx
Meets the second Wednesday of each month from noon – 1 pm
Location: The Forum at Carle, Lauhoff Conference Room, 611 W. Park Street, Urbana, Ill.
Phone: (217) 383-4581
Contact: Kate Garbacz, MSW, LCSW
Description: The Carle Daytime Cancer Support Group is held the second Wednesday of each month from noon – 1 p.m. at The Forum at Carle in the Lauhoff Conference Room. This is an open forum group for anyone who has or knows someone who has cancer. Lunch is provided. For more information please contact Kate Garbacz, MSW, LSCW at (217) 383-4581.
Carle Nighttime Cancer Support Group
Website: http://www.carle.org/Classes/SupportGroups/Support-Groups—Nighttime-Cancer-Support-Group.aspx
Meets the first and third Wednesday of each month from 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Carle Cancer Center, Houseworth Conference Room, second floor, 509 W. University Avenue, Urbana, Ill.
Phone: (217) 383-4581
Contact: Kate Garbacz, MSW, LSCW
Description: Carle Nighttime Cancer Support Group is held the first and third Wednesday of each month from 7 – 8:30 p.m. at Carle Cancer Center in the Houseworth Conference Room on the second floor. Meetings are open to anyone interested in learning more about cancer and treatment options. Sessions cover a wide variety of topics related to living with cancer and its treatment. For more information, contact Kate Garbacz, MSW, LSCW, at (217) 383-4581.
Carle Head and Neck Cancer Support Group 1
Website: http://www.carle.org/Classes/SupportGroups/Support-Groups—Head—Neck-Cancer-Support-Group.aspx
Meets the second Monday of each month from 7 – 8 pm. at the Unitarian Universalist Church
Location: Unitarian Universalist Church, 309 W. Green Street, Urbana, Ill.
Phone: (217) 383-4581
Contact: Kate Garbacz, MSW, LCSW
Description: The Carle Head and Neck Cancer Support Group is held the second Monday of each month from 7 – 8 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church. Patients and survivors of head and neck cancers and their family and friends are invited to attend, regardless of where clinical care is received. For more information, contact Kate Garbacz, MSW, LCSW, at (217) 383-4581.
Carle Head and Neck Cancer Support Group 2
Website: http://www.carle.org/Classes/SupportGroups/Support-Groups—Head—Neck-Cancer-Support-Group.aspx
Meets the fourth Wednesday of each month from 2 – 3 p.m.
Location: Carle Cancer Center, Houseworth Conference Room, second floor, 509 W. University Avenue, Urbana, Ill.
Phone: (217) 383-4581
Contact: Kate Garbacz, MSW, LCSW
Description: The Carle Head and Neck Cancer Support Group is held the fourth Wednesday of each month from 2 – 3 p.m. at Carle Cancer Center in the Houseworth Conference Room on the second floor. Patients and survivors of head and neck cancers and their family and friends are invited to attend, regardless of where clinical care is received. For more information, contact Kate Garbacz, MSW, LCSW, at (217) 383-4581.
Carle Info 2 Know
Meets the third Thursday of each month from noon – 1 pm
Location: Mills Breast Cancer Institute, third floor conference room, 509 W. University Avenue, Urbana, Ill.
Phone: (217) 383-4581
Contact: Kate Garbacz, MSW, LSCW
Description: Carle Info 2 Know Group is held the third Thursday of each month from noon – 1 p.m. at Mills Breast Cancer Institute in the 3rd floor conference room. Anyone interested in breast cancer can discover strategies for optimizing health, enhancing wellbeing and managing stress while battling this disease. Each session features a guest speaker who will bring you up to date on the latest research and wellness tips. For more information, contact Kate Garbacz, MSW, LCSW, at (217) 383-4581.
Mastectomy Post-Op Exercise Class
Meets on the second Tuesday of every month from 11 am-noon and the fourth Wednesday of every month from 3-4 pm
Location: third floor conference room of Mills Breast Cancer Institute
Description: Getting back to 100 percent after a mastectomy can seem like a difficult task. The experts from Carle Therapy Services are here to help give you the tools you need to make a full recovery and get back to feeling like ‘you’ again. This class will help you in your recovery by: (1) Teaching simple exercises that will increase early mobility and improve function after surgery; (2) On-site demonstration of all exercises and handouts for at-home use; (3) Educating post-op mastectomy patients on techniques to avoid lymphedema; and (4) Providing a group setting for the recovery process. Patients are encouraged to attend one class prior to surgery and one class post-surgery. Classes are open to both Carle and non-Carle patients. Call (217) 383-3848 to schedule your classes.
Phone: (217) 383-3848
The Women’s Room Cancer Support Group (Carle)
Website: http://www.carle.org/Classes/SupportGroups/Support-Groups—The-Woman-s-Room-Cancer-Support-G.aspx
Meets the 4th Tuesday of each month from noon – 1 p.m.
Location: The Forum at Carle, Lauhoff Conference Room, 611 W. Park Street, Urbana, Ill.
Phone: (217) 383-4581
Contact: Kate Garbacz, MSW, LSCW
Description: Carle- The Women’s Room Cancer Support Group is held the fourth Tuesday of each month from noon – 1 p.m. at The Forum at Carle in the Lauhoff Conference Room. Meetings are open to any woman with a female-specific cancer (breast, ovarian, cervical, uterine, etc.). Lunch is provided. For more information, contact Kate Garbacz, MSW, LSCW, at (217)383-4581.
Cardiac
The Cardiac Support Group is for cardiac patients such as, but not limited to, heart failure, myocardial infarction (heart attack), and heart surgery. An educational offering will be provided along with a chance to share your ideas and concerns, talk about your frustrations, celebrate your successes, and to hear others speak about their experiences.
There is no cost to attend and registration is not necessary. Attendees do not need to be Carle patients. Refreshments will be served. Free parking is available in the Heart and Vascular Institute parking lot, just west of the building.
Contact
Janice Masuga at (217) 904-7430
Location
Carle Heart and Vascular Institute
Conference Room A, first floor
611 W. Park St.
Urbana, Ill.
Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy and Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) Support Group Meetings are open to patients who have undergone LVAD surgery.
Contact
Noah Schroeder
Phone
(217) 904-7063
Date & Time
3rd Thursday of the month from 4:30 – 6 p.m. (excluding December)
Location
Carle Heart and Vascular Institute
Conference Room A, first floor
611 W. Park St.
Urbana, Ill.
Diabetes
Website: http://www.christieclinic.com/patients/in-the-community/support-groups/
Contacts: Certified Diabetes Educator/Nurse Educator Carole Murphy, RN, BSN, CDE, at 217.366.8020 or Clinic Dietitian/Nutrition Educator Debra Dempsey, RD, MEd, LDN, at 217.366.8142
Description: Our Diabetes Support Group, Diabetes Straight Talk, meets from 6-7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month in the Christie on Windsor (1801 West Windsor Road, Champaign) 2nd Floor Southwest Meeting Room to discuss issues and concerns that are important when living with diabetes. Both Christie’s diabetes educator and dietitian are available for questions or conversations. The group is free and open to anyone who has diabetes or who has an interest in diabetes. Attendees can learn more about topics like monitoring blood sugar, understanding lab results, preparing injections, preventive care, nutrition, lifestyle, and more.
Carle Diabetes Support Group (Champaign)
Website: http://www.carle.org/Classes/SupportGroups/Diabetes-Support-Group—Urbana.aspx
Date/Time: Third Tuesday of each month (except July and December) from 7-8 p.m.
Location: Carle Champaign on Kirby, 1813 W. Kirby Avenue, Champaign, Ill.
Phone: (217) 383-3490
Contact: Martha Trenkamp
Description: Carle’s diabetes support group meets the third Tuesday of each month (except July and December) at 7 p.m. Meetings are free and open to the public. Space is limited, so registration is recommended. For more information, contact Martha Trenkamp, RD, CDE, at (217) 383-3490.
Carle Diabetes Support Group (Danville)
Website: http://www.carle.org/Classes/SupportGroups/Diabetes-Support-Group—Danville.aspx
Meets the fourth Tuesday of each month (except November and December) from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: Danville Family YMCA, 1111 N. Vermilion Street, Danville, Ill.
Phone: (217) 431-7601
Description: Carle’s Danville diabetes support group meets at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month (January through October) at the Danville Family YMCA, 1111 N. Vermilion, Danville. Meetings are free and open to the public. Space is limited, so registration is recommended. For more information, call (217) 431-7601.
Epilepsy
Champaign County Epilepsy Support Group
Website: http://epilepsychampaign.org/
Meets the second Monday of every month from 6:30-8 pm
First Presbyterian Church
302 West Church Street
Champaign, IL 61820
Westminster Hall (South Door)
Description: The Champaign County Epilepsy Support Group is the place to discuss and receive support for the personal challenges associated with epilepsy. The group does this in an open, honest, and safe environment. The Champaign County Epilepsy Support Group is in association with the Epilepsy Resource Center of Central Illinois.
Grief
Grief Support Groups https://www.griefshare.org/countries/us/states/il/cities/champaign
Savoy United Methodist Church 3002 West Old Church Road
Champaign, IL Saturdays at 10:00 am
Apr 17, 2021 – Jul 10, 2021
Windsor Road Christian Church 2501 W. Windsor Road
Champaign, IL Mondays at 6:30 pm
Mar 22, 2021 – Jun 14, 2021
Second Church of Christ 3350 East Voorhees St. Danville, IL 217-442-7306
Sunset Funeral Home: (217)353-3400
Provena United Samaritans: Sister Joanne Vanderheyden, (217) 443-5000 – Six-wk group for ages 16 and over.
Second Church of Christ: (217) 442-7306 – One 13-wk long group; Offered in early Spring and Fall.
Hoopeston:
• Community Memorial Nursing Home: (217) 283-5531 – 7:00 pm to 8:00pm every second Tuesday of the month.
Lafayette:
• St. Elizabeth Hospice: Nancy Eberhard, (765) 423-6224 – 10-wk groups. Call for more information.
• Mourning and Dancing, Bethany Presbyterian Church: (765) 447-2662 – 7:00 pm, first Thursday of every month.
Lupus
Multiple Sclerosis
Champaign-Urbana MS Support Group
Website:http://www.nmss.org,
Facbeook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/ChampaignUrbana-MS-Support-Group/236020476456987
Contact: savoymsgroup@yahoo.com
Meets the second Saturday of each month 10:00am-12:00pm
First Baptist Church
1602 S. Prospect St, Savoy, IL
Drop-ins welcome.
Description: Peer support, speakers, exchange of information pertinent to living with MS.
Caregiver’s/Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Name of Support Group: Caregiver’s Support Group
Time of Meeting: 2nd Wednesday at 1pm
Location of Meeting: 309 N. Franklin, Danville, Il. 61832
Open or Closed to Public: Open to Public
Name of Facilitators: Valarie Shelton & Michael Courtwright
Phone Number: 217-443-2999
Additional Information: Caregiver’s Support Group provides you with a network of people who are in similar situations & will validate your feelings but offer comfort & a sense of community.
Name of Support Group: Grandparent’s Raising Grandchildren Support Group
Time of Meeting: 4th Wednesday at 1pm
Location of Meeting: 309 N. Franklin, Danville, Il. 61832
Open or Closed to the Public: Open to public
Name of Facilitators: Valarie Shelton & Michael Courtwright
Phone Number: 217-443-2999
Additional Information: A group of dedicated Grandparents gathers to encourage & support one another in their vital roles as caregivers for their grandchildren.
Champaign County
Name of the Support Group: Caregiver and Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group
Time of Meeting: 2nd Thursday at 1pm; 4th Thursday at 11am
Location of Meeting: 4116 Fieldstone Road, Champaign, IL 61822
Open or Closed to Public: Open to Public
Name of Facilitator: Clayton Harmening and Skye Satz
Phone Number: 217-355-1543
Additional Information: Facilitator expertise in Dementia and comfort pets on occasion
EDS
EDS (Ehlers-Danos Syndrome /Chronic Pain)
Champaign IL EDS Support Group
Website: http://www.chronicpainpartners.com/champaign-il/
Description: This group is just starting up.
Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia Support Group
Website: http://www.carle.org/Classes/SupportGroups/Support-Groups—Fibromyalgia-Support-Group.aspx
Meets the third Wednesday of every other month from 6:30-8 pm
Location/Address: Carle – Champaign on Curtis, 1701 W. Curtis Road, Champaign, Ill.
Phone: (217) 367-0136
Contact: Phyllis Sommer
Description: The Champaign Urbana Fibromyalgia Education and Support Group meets the third Wednesday of every other month from 6:30-8 p.m. at Carle – Champaign on Curtis. Meetings are open to patients and family members of patients with fibromyalgia. For more information, contact Phyllis Sommer at (217) 367-0136.
Hepatitis C
Meets the second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.
Location: The Forum at Carle, 611 W. Park Street, Urbana, Ill.
Description: Meetings are open to patients, family and friends of patients, and those interested in learning more about hepatitis C.
Contact: Kristen Sheehan
Phone: (217) 383-3610
Mental Illness
Family 2 Family This free 12-week course is for family caregivers (parents, relatives, and friends) of individuals with severe mental illnesses. The classes are structured to help caregivers understand and support individuals with serious mental disorders while maintaining their own well-being. The course is taught by a team of trained NAMI family member volunteers who know what it’s like to have a loved one living with one of these brain illnesses. Meets Tues., 6:30-9:00 p.m. Champaign. Contact Nancy Carter for courses and locations. Call: Nancy Carter (217) 356-1925 E-mail: ncart93@gmail.com
NAMI Family Support This group is for any family member, friend, or loved one of an adult person with severe mental illness. This group is for adults only and is facilitated by experienced family members. Join us as we learn how to understand and support our loved ones with mental illness. Discover friends who care and understand, and share ideas that can help you better take care of yourself and your family. Learn about community services and how to find them. We listen while you share your experiences and get much-needed support. Meets 2nd Thurs., 7:00-9:00 p.m., Colony West Clubhouse, 31 Colony West Dr., Champaign (1st right north of the junction of Prospect and Windsor). Call: NAMI Champaign (217) 419-5345 E-mail: champaignnami@aol.com Local Website: namichampaign.nami.org
Narcotics Anonymous
Danville, IL
Monday 7:30 PM
Tabernacle Of Praise Christian Church
Danville, IL Sunday 6:00 PM
If Using Was the Answer What was the Question Grp
Danville, IL Thursday 10:30 AM
Danville, IL Friday 12:00 PM
Danville, IL Wednesday 7:00 PM
Danville, IL Sunday 7:00 PM
Danville, IL Tuesday 7:30 PM
Principles Before Personalities Group
Danville, IL Wednesday 5:30 PM
Danville, IL Tuesday 8:00 AM
Danville, IL Thursday 7:00 PM
Al-Anon Family Group This group is a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics. Teens and adults share their experiences, strengths, and hopes for overcoming their common problems with alcoholism. Please call or check website for meeting times and locations. Call: Al-Anon (866) 794-8515 Email: contact@siafg.org Local Website: siafg.org National Website: al-anon.org Write: AFG-District 12, P.O. Box 12, Champaign, IL 61820
Alateen This fellowship is for young Al-Anon members, usually teenagers, whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. Meets Fri., 7:00 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church, State and University, Champaign. Additional local meetings are also available. Call: Champaign-Urbana Al-Anon/Alateen Answering Service (866) 794-8515 Email: aa-ecior@aa-eci.org Local Website: aa-eci.org National Website: al-anon.alateen.org Write: AFG – District 12, P.O. Box 3351, Champaign, IL61826-3351
Celebrate Recovery (Windsor Road Christian Church) This 12-step, Christ-centered, recovery program addresses all types of habits, hurts, and inhibitions. It is based on the fellowship of a caring community. It includes large-group sharing and small, separate-gender groups related to chemical dependency, and men’s and women’s issues. Meets Fri., 5:45-6:15 for fellowship and dinner and 6:15-8:00 p.m. for the meeting, Windsor Road Christian Church, 2501 Windsor Rd., Champaign. Call: Windsor Road Christian Church (217) 359-2122 Email: gwackerlin@comcast.net National Website: celebraterecovery.com Write: Windsor Road Christian Church, 2501 Windsor Rd., Champaign, IL 61822
No Longer Bound This Christian support group is for people, ages 18 and older, who want to learn new behavior patterns for any unwanted habits. The group uses biblical principles and emphasizes self-understanding and the unchanging love of God for all humanity. It offers tools to restore the fruit of the Spirit, provides a workable formula for confronting the past, provides a model for surrendering one’s life to God, reaffirms God’s right and power to rule over all of life, and emphasizes the relationship between the 12 steps and the practices of Christian living. The group includes discussion, learning, self-awareness, and sharing of life experiences. Call Evangelist Eloris Nash for schedule, information, and preregistration. Call: Evangelist Eloris Nash (217) 352-9527 or (217) 390-2813 Email: ladyenash@aol.com
Restore (The Vineyard Church) This program is based on the teachings of Jesus Christ and is loosely based on a 12-step program. It is for people who are building healthy relationships and finding hope, strength, and freedom from hurts, habits, and inhibitions. Meets Tues., 6:45-9:00 p.m., The Vineyard Hope Center, 1802 N. Lincoln Ave., Urbana. Call: Eddie Lutz or Dan Putman (217) 384-3070 Email: daniel.putman@thevineyardchurch.us Local Website: thevineyardchurch.us Write: Daniel Putman, The Vineyard Church, 1500 N. Lincoln Ave., Urbana, IL 61801
Women for Sobriety This group provides meetings and phone support to help women recover from problems with alcoholism and/or chemical addictions. This is an alternative recovery program to AA. Meets Mon., 7:00-8:00 p.m. at New Covenant Fellowship, 124 W. White St., Champaign. Call: Sue (217) 419-8395 or W.F.S. national office (215) 536-8026 Email: zeecha@yahoo.com Email: contact@womenforsobriety.org National Website: womenforsobriety.org
Rescue Us Addiction Program This group provides support for all addictions, drugs, food, pornography, etc., and is an outreach ministry to functioning addicts and adult family members, bringing them to the local New Testament church for help and support. It is also a strong discipleship program for the churched and unchurched. Transportation and childcare can be arranged. Meets Fridays 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 201 Frazier St., just behind First Church of Christ, Georgetown, Illinois 61846. Call: Dan Gocken (217) 274-0333 or Stephen Hughes (217) 474-2306
Ostomy
The Ostomy Support Group is for people with a colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy that will help them cope and live a more normal life. The group is free and people do not need to be a Carle patient to attend.
Contact
Leigh Kauwell at (217) 326-4325
Date & Time
Third Wednesday of the month from 6 – 7 p.m.
Location
Digestive Health Center, first floor North Tower
611 W. Park Street
Urbana, Ill.
Sexual Addictions
Men’s Freedom Support Group (Vineyard Church) This Christ-based group is for men who struggle with sexually addictive behaviors. It helps men to live lives of sexual sobriety and wholeness. Meets Tues., 6:30-7:30 p.m. at 1401 N Coler Urbana. Call: Dale Petre (217) 419-4080 Email: dmp74@att.net
Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA) (A,L) This 12-step fellowship is for men and women who have the desire to stop their addictive sexual behaviors and to help others recover from sexual addiction. Group literature is available. Meets Mon., 12:00 noon; Tues., 7:00 p.m.; and Thurs., 7:00 p.m. There is a related style meeting Sat., 12:00 noon. E-mail or call for meeting locations. Call: (800) 557-9052 to leave a message Email: saainfo@champaign-saa.org Local Website: champaign-saa.org National Website: saa-recovery.org
Survivor
Sexual Assault Center for all Survivors and their Families
923 N. Vermilion Street
Danville, Il. 61832
(217) 446-1337
www.survivorresourcecenter.org
Veteran's Support
Veterans Support Groups- Danville VA
- VA Illiana Health Care System: Palliative Care Melissa Nelson – Drop-in group every fourth Wednesday, 2:00pm Library (Bldng 125).
Palliative Care – Veteran:
VAMC – Palliative Care Information
1900 E. Main Street
Danville, IL 61832
- 217-554-5648
- 217-554-5641
https://www.wehonorveterans.org/
PTSD Support
Parkinson's Disease
Carle Parkinson’s Support Group
Meets the first Thursday of each month from 5:30 – 7 pm
Location: Parkview Classrooms near the Carle Foundation Hospital cafeteria, Carle Foundation Hospital, Parkview Classrooms, 611 W. Park Street, Urbana
Description: Meetings are open to all patients, family members, and friends of patients with Parkinson’s as well as those interested in finding out more about the disease. Light refreshments are provided.
Contact: John Goodell
Phone: (217) 369-3579.
Smoking
Freedom From Smoking Program The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District occasionally offers Freedom From Smoking classes. Please call Talia Shaw for class availability. Those who wish to stop smoking are encouraged to contact the Illinois Tobacco Quitline (http://quityes.org/ or 1-866-QUIT-YES) or the American Lung Association (http://www.lung.org/stop-smoking/). Call: Talia Shaw (217) 531-4540 Email: TShaw@c-uphd.org Local Website: c-uphd.org Write: Talia Oakley, C-U PHD, 201 W. Kenyon Rd., Champaign, IL61820
Stroke
Stroke Support Group
First Wednesday of each month, 3-4:30 pm
Meets in Rehab Conference room, 4th Floor, OSF Healthcare Heart of Mary.
1400 W Park St, Urbana, IL 61801
Contact: 217-337-2109 ask for Beth or Rachel.
Accessibility: wheel chairs available in lobby
Description: Our group meets once a month. We have speakers that share pertinent information and some meetings have open discussion. Stroke survivors and caregivers are welcome. We also have social activities — community outings and Christmas Party. Stroke resources online include: American Stroke Association – www.strokeassociation.org — American Stroke Foundation – www.americanstroke.org — National Stroke Association – www.stroke.org — Stroke Survivors Empowering Each Other -Teleconferences every month – www.sseeoo.org — Comprehensive Stroke Center Online Community – http://cscnetwork.heart.org.