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ACT (Asthma Care Training) - The Children's Medical Center has announced these classes will be offered for children with asthma and their parents to help better manage asthma. Participants will learn about triggers, warning signs and treatment of asthma. Call Belinda Huffman, (937) 641-3266.

Advanced Breast Cancer (ABC) - This is a one-to-one service for women with advanced or recurrent breast cancer. Call Kettering Medical Center Network Oncology Services, (937) 395-8115, or Nancy Urbansky, (937) 885-4924, to speak with an advanced breast cancer survivor. For cancer resource information, visit the Cindy Wilde Vogel Memorial Library at Charles F. Kettering Memorial Hospital.

Al-Anon - Alanon, a support group for families and friends of persons with an addiction to alcohol, meets in Brookville on Thursdays at 7 p.m. Beginning January 26th, the meeting will be held at Brookhaven Nursing and Care Center (Assisted Living area), 1 Country Lane, Brookville. This is the building that has a clock tower over the entrance. Enter the main door of the building and turn right at the hallway. The meeting will be held in the Conference Room. Call for directions or more information; (513) 833-4478 or (513) 222-5707.

Alcoholics Anonymous - Mental Health Recovery Services of Warren and Clinton Counties has announced this group will meet at various locations in the Miami Valley area. Call (937) 222-2211.

Alzheimer's Senile Dementia and Caregivers Support Group - The group is for caregivers of persons suffering from the progressive disease, which is characterized by degeneration of the brain cells. Meetings will be at 9 a.m. the second Thursday of each month at First Christian Church, 4520 Rosedale Road. Call Pat Aldridge, (513) 423-9556.

Alzheimer's Support Group - Families,friends and caregivers of Alzheimer's patients are invited to this relaxed small group from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the third Thursday of each month at The Gables of Middletown Assisted Living and Memory Care Community, 3851 Towne Blvd., Franklin. There is no charge and light refreshments will be served. Call (513) 424-9999.

Amputee - The clinic will be at 4 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Miami Valley Hospital 4NW Physical Therapy Gym, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call (937) 208-2028.

Anger Management for Adolescents - Comprehensive Counseling Service will offer this group at 1659 S. Breiel Blvd., Middletown. Call Ellen Fink, (513) 424-0921, Ext. 47.

Anger Management for Adults - Comprehensive Counseling Service will offer this group at 1659 S. Breiel Blvd., Middletown. Call Ellen Fink, (513) 424-0921, Ext. 47.

Anger Management for Children - Comprehensive Counseling Service will offer this group at 1659 S. Breiel Blvd., Middletown. Call Ellen Fink, (513) 424-0921, Ext. 47.

Arthritis Support Group - Kettering Medical Center, in cooperation with the Arthritis Foundation, will offer a special program designed to provide emotional and informational support for persons with arthritis and their families. Meetings will be at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at Kettering Memorial Hospital, 3535 Southern Blvd., Kettering. call (937) 384-4857.

AWAKE (Alert, Well And Keeping Energetic) - This group for people with sleep-disorder breathing will meet from 7:30 to 9 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month at Miami Valley Hospital, 6NW conference rooms, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call Center for Sleep and Wake Disorders, (937) 208-2515.

 

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Bone Marrow - Continuing the Journey Support Group will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month at Miami Valley Hospital, 5NE Family Room, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call Debbie Wise, (937) 208-2957.

Brain Injury - Brain Injury Association of Ohio, Dayton Area Chapter, will meet from 6 to 7 p.m. the first Monday of each month in Berry Conference Room 1-2, and its support group (for survivors, family members and friends) will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Miami Valley Hospital, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call Anita Marie Greer, (937) 208-4104.

Breast Cancer - Still Me of Greater Dayton Area will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month in Maxon Parlor, Miami Valley Hospital, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call Linda Edmonds, (937) 208-2987.

Burn Survivors - For people who have suffered burns, this group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at Miami Valley Hospital, One Wyoming St., Dayton, in 6NW Conference Room 5. Call Nancy Barr, (937) 208-3486, or Social Services, (937) 208-2251.

 

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Candlelighters - The Children's Medical Center has announced this is a support group for parents who have children with cancer and for anyone else interested in children with cancer. Group will meet quarterly. Several family activities will be offered throughout the year. Call Marie Bevington, (937) 833-6788 or (937) 833-6579.

Caregivers Support Group - Mental Health Recovery Services of Warren and Clinton Counties has announced this group. Call (513) 929-4483.

CAREline/Caregiver Support hotline - Mental Health Recovery Services of Warren and Clinton Counties has announced this group. Call (800) 606-2560.

Caring and Sharing-Cancer Support Group - This group will provide opportunities for cancer patients and their family members to exchange experiences and support one another. Former patients and families are welcome. Free parking and refreshments will be provided. Caring and Sharing will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first Monday of the month at Kettering Memorial Hospital, 3535 Southern Blvd., Kettering. Registration is not required. Call Oncology, (937) 395-8115.

Celiac Sprue - Support group meetings will be from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Miami Valley Hospital, One Wyoming St., Dayton, in CHE ground floor Maxon Parlor. For dates, call Sandra Leonard at (937) 878-3221.

Celiac/Gluten Support Group - The group will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. in CHE building Maxon Parlor, Miami Valley Hospital, One Wyoming St., Dayton. For dates, call Jeannie Wensits at (937) 429-0759.

Chemical Abuse Education Program for Adolescents - Comprehensive Counseling Service will offer this group at 1659 S. Breiel Blvd., Middletown. Call Ellen Fink, (513) 424-0921, Ext. 47.

Chemical Abuse Education Program for Adults - Comprehensive Counseling Service will offer this group at 1659 S. Breiel Blvd., Middletown. Call Ellen Fink, (513) 424-0921, Ext. 47.

Chemical Dependency Intensive Outpatient - Comprehensive Counseling Service will offer this group at 1659 S. Breiel Blvd., Middletown. Call Ellen Fink, (513) 424-0921, Ext. 47.

Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (CHADD) - Mental Health Recovery Services of Warren and Clinton counties has announced this group will meet at Mason United Methodist Church. Call (513) 459-6080.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Support Group - The group will provide a caring environment where people with CFIDS and their friends and family can share their experiences, methods of coping and insights into living with this disease. Meetings will be from 2 to 3:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month in the cafeteria conference room, Southview Hospital, 1997 Miamisburg-Centerville Road, Dayton. Call (937) 698-6461.

Co-Dependents Anonymous - Mental Health Recovery Services of Warren and Clinton Counties has announced this group will meet at Deerfield United Methodist Church. Call (513) 591-2632.

Congestive Heart Failure Support Group - This support group, sponsored by CareView Home Health, will feature speakers and informational question-and-answer sessions at 1 p.m. the third Monday of each month at CareView Home Health, 4214 Grand Ave., Middletown. Call (937) 430-1107.

Crohn's and Colitis Support Group - This group will meet from 6:30 to 9 p.m. the third Monday of each month at Miami Valley Hospital 6NW conference rooms 1-2, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call Marti Moyes, (877) 283-7513 (work), (937) 299-2765 (home).

Crossroads Widow and Widower Support Groupp - Crossroads Widow and Widower Support Group will meet from 9 to 10 a.m. the first and third Thursdays of each month at Pathways of Hope Center, Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Ave., Dayton. Widowers and widows will meet others who have experienced the death of a spouse. Call (937) 258-4991.

Cystic Fibrosis Parent Support Group - Parents of children with cystic fibrosis can get education and support from this group. The group will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of specific months at The Children's Medical Center, One Children's Plaza, Dayton. Call (937) 641-3440.

 

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DADS (Different Alternatives to Discipline) - Abuse and Rape Crisis Shelter of Warren County will offer this seven-week group for men, which teaches the importance of men as positive role models and positive parenting, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. If planning to attend, call (513) 695-1436.

Dayton Area Homeschoolers - An informal, inclusive group of homeschoolers, or those interested in learning more about homeschool, in the Dayton Ohio area. We have no religious affiliation, all are welcome. The main idea: to share info, go on field trips, teach or participate in co-op classes in all subjects, support each other in whatever method of homeschool we use. The main goal is to have fun learning with our children. For more info go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/daytonareahomeschoolers/ or call Ginny Risley at 1-937-294-2537.

Diabetes Support Groups - These support groups will be for anyone interested in learning about diabetes. Speakers and free information will be available. Call for details and dates, (937) 463-2026; Southview, Room B, second Thursday of the month, 12:30 to 2 p.m.; Charles H. Huber Health Center, first Thursday of the month, 2:30 to 4 p.m.; and Victor J. Cassano Health Center, second Tuesday of the month, 1:30 to 3 p.m.

Domestic Violence - Comprehensive Counseling Service will offer this group at 1659 S. Breiel Blvd., Middletown. Call Ellen Fink, (513) 424-0921, Ext. 47.

Domestic Violence Support Group - Abuse and Rape Crisis Shelter of Warren County will offer this support group to explore the dynamics of abuse. Group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Monday at a shelter location. Child care will be provided. Attendees are restricted to those no longer living with their abuser. Anyone planning to attend should call (513) 695-1107.

Domestic Violence Support Group - Abuse and Rape Crisis Shelter of Warren County will offer this support group to explore the dynamics of abuse. Group will meet from 10 to 11:15 a.m. Tuesday at a Lebanon location. Child care will be provided. Anyone planning to attend should call (513) 695-1107.

Domestic Violence Support Group - Abuse and Rape Crisis Shelter of Warren County will offer this support group from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at a shelter location. Learn and practice energy, exercise and relaxation techniques. Instructor is certified. Wear comfortable clothing. Child care will be provided. Attendees are restricted to those no longer living with their abuser. Anyone planning to attend should call (513) 695-1107.

Domestic Violence Support Group - Abuse and Rape Crisis Shelter of Warren County will offer this support group to explore the dynamics of abuse. Group will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday at a Franklin location. Child care will be provided. If planning to attend, call (888) 860-4084.

Drop In Grief Support Group - Designed for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one, the "Drop In Grief Support Group" will meet from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays at Pathways of Hope Center, Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Ave., Dayton. Call (937) 258-4991.

 

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Epilepsy Foundation of Western Ohio - Offers support services to meet the individual, unique needs of people with epilepsy and those who care about them, an Emergency Prescription Assistance Program, and educational and support groups designed to meet the needs of specific populations. These groups include Men & Epilepsy, No Labels Youth Group (ages 11-18), Parent Support Network, Education Series, Adult Socialization Group and the Clark County Area Support Group. Go to www.ohioepilepsy.org or call (800) 360-3296 for more information.

Epilepsy Support Group - The group for parents of children with epilepsy will meet quarterly at The Children's Medical Center, One Children's Plaza, Dayton. Call Ellie Snyder, (937) 641-3497.

 

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Family-To-Family (NAMI) - Mental Health Recovery Services of Warren and Clinton Counties has announced this group. Call (513) 933-5201.

FCC (Families with Children from China) - Group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month in 6NW conference rooms 1 and 2 at Miami Valley Hospital, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call Cathy Wright, (937) 845-1911.

FEAST (Food Education Allergy Support Team) - The Children's Medical Center has announced this group will provide a local resource for support in the daily trials and tribulations of raising and feeding children with medically diagnosed food allergies. Call Membership and Program Director Nancy Kramer at (937) 643-0295 or e-mail FeastDayton@woh.rr.com. Find out more on the web at www.feastdayton.org.

Franklin Parkinson's Disease Support Group - Franklin Parkinson's Disease Support Group will meet at 1:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at St. Mary Church Center (behind the church), 115 S. Main St., Franklin. Persons with Parkinson's Disease, their caregivers, friends and interested persons are invited. Facility is handicap accessible. Call Rose M. Wurst, RN, BSW, (937) 748-4768.

 

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Gastric Bypass Support Group - This group will provide support for persons who have had gastric bypass or are thinking about it. Meetings will be from 7 to 8 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at Kettering Memorial Hospital, 3535 Southern Blvd., Kettering, in the KMC-Physician Office Building, second floor conference room (Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass). Call New Life Surgery Center, (937) 534-0339.

Gastric Bypass Support Group - This group will provide support for persons who have had gastric bypass or are thinking about it. Meetings will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m. the second Monday of the month in the cafeteria conference room at Southview Hospital, 1997 Miamisburg-Centerville Road. Call (937) 439-4145.

Grief Support Group - Each month at Baker Stevens funeral home, 1500 Manchester Ave., Middletown, there will be a one-hour support group at no cost to participants. Next meeting will be at 7 p.m. Feb. 16 at Baker Stevens. Baker Stevens believes that these meetings are important because even after services are over, people need to have some help with the sometimes overwhelming feelings that could remain for days, weeks and months. Meetings are informal with Terry Carlisle, group leader, presenting ideas helpful for those suffering from the loss of a loved one. In addition, participants are invited to share about their losses and to learn from and be supportive of one another. One participant said, "I feel so much better after going to the group because I am understood by the other members. Sometimes my family and friends expect me to 'be over it,' but with this group I can just be myself and be where I am in my grief." The meeting Feb. 16 will feature information on how a grieving person can take small steps to take better care of themselves, even when they do not feel like doing so. Carlisle says, "Persons who are in the hardest stages of loss often believe that the most difficult thing to do is to keep on going, day after day. This Tuesday, we will look at ways to honor the grief and loss that we feel, but also to take steps to make small improvements in our daily lives." Call Baker Stevens, (513) 422-5404.

GYN Cancer - Living Proof GYN Support Group will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month at Miami Valley Hospital 6NW conference room 1, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call Cathy Hurst, (937) 208-2902.

 

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HEALing Together Parent Support Group - The group is for parents who have experienced the loss of an infant through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth or newborn death. There is no charge. Group will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at Hilltop OB/GYN Building, 103 McKnight Drive, Middletown. Call (513) 420-5755, Ext. 6292.

Healthy Relationships - Abuse and Rape Crisis Shelter of Warren County will offer this support group to explore sexual assault issues, setting boundaries and self-protection. Group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday at a shelter location. Child care will be provided. If planning to attend, call (513) 695-2435.

Hemophilia, Southwest Ohio Hemophilia Foundation - The Children's Medical Center has announced this group offers education and support to families affected by hemophilia and related bleeding disorders. Call (937) 415-0644.

High Flyers Low Landers - For persons with Bipolar Disorder, the group will meet at 7:30 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at Miami Valley Hospital 6NW conference room 3 or 4, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call Tom Williamson, (937) 236-6642.

 

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I Can - Public Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, "I Can," will be at 7 p.m. every Friday at Miami Valley Hospital, 6NW conference room 1 or 2, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call Allen Thorn, (937) 208-2536.

I Can Cope - I Can Cope is a series of educational classes for people with cancer, their families and friends in Dining Room 1, Kettering Memorial Hospital, 3535 Southern Blvd., Kettering. The program helps people meet the challenge of dealing with cancer by clarifying cancer myths and facts. This program provides practical information about cancer and its treatments and offers self-care strategies for facing cancer. I Can Cope is co-sponsored by American Cancer Society and Kettering Medical Center Network. The program is free, but registration is required. For information on upcoming programs, call (937) 395-8115, or Montgomery County Unit of American Cancer Society at (937) 223-8521.

ICD - On the Upbeat Support Group is for people who have or may need an AICD (Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator) or a PCD (Pacing Cardioverter Defibrillator). Meetings will be from 2 to 4 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at Miami Valley Hospital 6NW conference room 1 or 2, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call Linda Welin, (937) 208-4442.

Independents with a Thought or Mood Disorder - Mental Health Recovery Services of Warren and Clinton Counties has announced this group. Call (513) 933-5201.

 

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Juvenile Diabetes Parent Support Group - The group will provide education and support to children with diabetes and their parents. Child care will be offered. Group will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month, October through May, at The Children's Medical Center, One Children's Plaza, Dayton. Call Holly LeFevre, (937) 641-5300.

 

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Kettering Kickstarters - This informal support group is for patients with an Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD). Group includes patients, families, friends and expert clinical staff, who meet at Kettering Memorial Hospital, 3535 Southern Blvd., Kettering. Goals are to develop a network of support through sharing of information and experiences, allowing time for open discussion and socializing. Call Kettering Hospital Cardiac Services, (937) 395-8122.

 

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Leukemia/Lymphoma Support Group - This family support group is for adult survivors and families of patients with leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's Disease and myeloma. Meetings will be from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first Thursday of each month at Kettering Memorial Hospital, 3535 Southern Blvd., Kettering. Call (937) 395-8115.

Living With Grief: Rebuilding Your World - An education/support group, "Living With Grief: Rebuilding Your World" is for those who have experienced the death of a loved one. Spring sessions will be at Pathways of Hope Center, Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Ave., Dayton, as follows: Feb. 28-April 11, Mondays, 6:30 to 8 p.m.; March 23-May 4, Wednesdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m.; April 18-June 6, Mondays, 6:30 to 8 p.m.; and May 11-June 29, Wednesdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m. There is a $15 contribution requested to cover material costs; financial assistance is available and no one is turned away due to inability to pay. Advance registration is required; call (937) 258-4991.

Look Good, Feel Better - This is an American Cancer Society program designed for ladies undergoing cancer treatment. Specially trained licensed cosmetologists will provide tips for coping with unpleasant side effects. Group will meet in Dining Room 1, ground floor, Kettering Memorial Hospital, 3535 Southern Blvd., Kettering. The program is free, but registration is required. Call American Cancer Society, (937) 223-8521, to register and confirm date/time.

Loss of an Adult Child Support Group - For those who have lost an adult child, the "Loss of an Adult Child Support Group" will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, starting April 13, at Pathways of Hope Center, Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Ave., Dayton. Advance registration is not required and there is no fee for the program. Call (937) 258-4991.

Lupus Support Group - This free support group will provide information and support to individuals and families impacted by lupus. Each month a different guest speaker addresses topics of interest and concern for anyone affected by lupus. Group will meet at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at Kettering Seventh-day Adventist Church, 3939 Stonebridge Drive, Kettering. Family members and friends are welcome. Call Mary Ann Schroeder, (937) 293-6427.

 

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Manic Depression - For persons with manic depression, Dayton Landing Strips will meet at 7:30 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month in 6NW conference room 4, Miami Valley Hospital, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call Tom Williamson, (937) 236-6642.

Many Shades of Blue - This group will provide support and referrals for mothers who are having a difficult time adjusting to motherhood and may be suffering from post-partum depression. Family and friends also are welcome. Group will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. the third Monday of each month in Education Room B, Southview Hospital, 1997 Miamisburg-Centerville, Dayton. Cost is $10 for the first session and subsequent sessions are free. Registration is required. Call (937) 438-6450.

Mental Health Group - Comprehensive Counseling Service will offer this group at 1659 S. Breiel Blvd., Middletown. Call Debbie Nagel, (513) 424-0921, Ext. 38.

Mental Health Support Group - Mental Health Recovery Services of Warren and Clinton Counties has announced this group. Call Howard, (513) 677-1639.

Middletown Breast Cancer Support Group - This group is open to all women who have dealt with breast cancer. Group will meet at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month at First United Methodist Church, 120 S. Broad St., Middletown, across from Middletown Public Library. Call Maureen Drees, (513) 420-9621.

Middletown Parkinson's Support Group - This group is for persons with Parkinson's disease, their families, caregivers or anyone who has an interest in the disease. Meetings will be from 2 to 4 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month from March through October, and in November and December the second Tuesday of each month, at Zion Lutheran Church, 10 N. Breiel Blvd. Call Pat Bowman, (513) 539-6367.

Middletown Prostate Cancer Support Group - This group is open to all men dealing with prostate cancer. Significant others are also invited to attend. Group will meet at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month at First United Methodist Church, 120 S. Broad St., Middletown, across from Middletown Public Library. Call Maureen Drees, (513) 420-9621.

Moms and Babies play group - The group will meet from 10 a.m. to noon every Thursday at Miami Valley Hospital, BWHP Wyoming St. level, childbirth classrooms, Dayton. No sign-up will be necessary. Call Birth and Family Programs, (937) 208-2229.

MOMS Club of Monroe - This is a support group for stay-at-home moms. It is an international nonprofit organization. The group enjoys library days, weekly play groups and Moms Night Out. Meetings will be from 10 a.m. to noon the first Thursday of every month in the Community Room at Monroe City Building. Call Christy Gibbs, (513) 550-2699.

NAMI Clinton County - Group will meet at Mental Health and Recovery Center of Clinton County. Call Susie, (937) 382-1883, or Barb, (937) 382-8176.

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Butler County - For families in Butler County with brain disorders/mental illnesses. The group meets at 7 p.m. the third Thursday of every month, except July and August, at Transitional Living, 2052 Princeton Road, Hamilton. Call (513) 860-2130.

 

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New Life - Community Pregnancy Center will offer the New Life support group, designed for first-time expectant moms, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at 2230 Central Ave., Middletown. Topics will include bathing a newborn, what to expect when labor starts and other care tips. Call Kara, (513) 424-2229.

 

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Organ Transplant - TRIO (Transplant Recipients International Organization) will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month in CHE Room 1813, Miami Valley Hospital, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call Ann Taylor, (937) 208-2529.

Osteoporosis - Support group will meet from 1 to 5 p.m. the third Thursday in January, April, July and October in CHE ground floor Maxon Parlor, Miami Valley Hospital, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call (937) 208-2477.

Ostomy Support Group - Dayton Ostomy Chapter Support Group will meet the second Tuesday of each month in the board room of Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Ave. Exceptions will be July, the annual picnic; August, no meeting; and December, holiday party. Visit the Web at or call president Lou Bordonaro, (937) 433-7954, or e-mail bordol@worldnet.att.net.

Overeaters Anonymous - Mental Health Recovery Services of Warren and Clinton Counties has announced this group will meet at First Baptist Church, Lebanon. Call (513) 933-9470.

 

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Parenting Group - Abuse and Rape Crisis Shelter of Warren County will offer this group to examine effects of abuse on children's behavior. Group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at a shelter location. Attendees are restricted to those no longer living with their abuser. Child care will be provided. If planning to attend, call (513) 695-1436.

Parents of Bipolar Kids - Mental Health Recovery Services of Warren and Clinton counties has announced this group. Call Marti, (513) 677-3348.

Parkinson's Support Group - This free group will provide opportunities to share experience, learn more about Parkinson's Disease and provide support for each other. Group will meet from 7 to 8 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at Kettering Memorial Hospital, 3535 Southern Blvd., Kettering. Call (937) 294-6949.

Peripheral Neuropathy Support Group - This support group, sponsored by CareView Home Health, will feature speakers and informational question-and-answer sessions at 1 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month at CareView Home Health, 4214 Grand Ave., Middletown. Call (937) 430-1107.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation - Pulmonary Rehabilitation Support Group will meet the third Thursday of each month in CHE first floor Cardiac Rehab room, Miami Valley Hospital, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call Roberta, American Lung Association, (937) 291-0451.

 

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Relapse Prevention Group - Comprehensive Counseling Service will offer this group at 1659 S. Breiel Blvd., Middletown. Call Ellen Fink, (513) 424-0921, Ext. 47.

Reach to Recovery - This is a special visitation program for women with a personal concern about breast cancer. Offered both pre- and post-hospitalization, a woman dealing with breast cancer may ask for a visit from a Reach to Recovery volunteer. All Reach to Recovery volunteers are themselves breast cancer survivors. The program is co-sponsored by American Cancer Society. Call (937) 223-8521.

Restless Legs Support Group - This support group will provide specialized education as well as support and exchange of information for individuals, their families and friends who suffer from restless legs. Discussion includes an understanding of the various symptoms, new treatment strategies, effectiveness of nonpharmacological treatments, over-the-counter remedies and first-hand experiences with treatments and symptoms. Group will meet in Dean Amphitheater, Kettering Memorial Hospital, 3535 Southern Blvd., Kettering. Call (937) 429-0620.

 

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SAMI (Substance Abuse Mental Illness) - Comprehensive Counseling Service will offer this group at 1659 S. Breiel Blvd., Middletown. Call Debbie Nagel, (513) 424-0921, Ext. 38.

"The Self-Help Directory, A Guide to Support Groups in the Greater Miami Valley Area" - For information about this helpful directory of support groups, call (937) 225-3004.

SOAR-Cancer Support Group - Strength, Optimism And Recovery, a women's breast cancer support group, focuses on the concerns and issues unique to breast cancer survivors. The group is open to all women in the community, regardless of the length of time from diagnosis. Group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month at Kettering Memorial Hospital, 3535 Southern Blvd., Kettering. Call (937) 395-8115.

Southwest Ohio Brain Tumor Support Group - This group will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the second Monday of the month at Kettering Memorial Hospital, 3535 Southern Blvd., Kettering. Group is for patients, family members and/or friends who have been diagnosed with a brain tumor. Call (937) 298-3399, Ext. 55299.

Stroke Support Group - This group for survivors of stroke, their friends and family will meet from noon to 1 p.m. once every other month at Middletown Regional Hospital Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit. For meeting dates or to be placed on the mailing list, call Debbie Pennington at (513) 420-5233.

Stroke Support Group - Education and an opportunity for socialization will be provided for stroke survivors and their caregivers. These free meetings will be from 2 to 4 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month in March, May, July, September and November in the Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit, fifth floor, Grandview Medical Center, 405 W. Grand Ave., Dayton. Free parking will be provided. Call (937) 463-4276.

Sudden Loss Support Group - For those dealing with the sudden death of a friend or family member, the "Sudden Loss Support Group" will meet from 2 to 3:30 p.m., Wednesdays, March 2-April 20 at Pathways of Hope Center, Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Ave., Dayton. Call (937) 258-4991.

Suicide Prevention - Other Passages Support Group, sponsored by Suicide Prevention Center, will meet from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of each month in CHE Room 4800, Miami Valley Hospital, One Wyoming St., Dayton. The group is for people with suicidal thoughts, as well as family and friends. Call Suicide Prevention, (937) 226-0818.

Survivors of Suicide Support Group - Sponsored by the Suicide Prevention Center, meetings will be from 7 to 9 p.m. the first and third Monday of each month in CHE Room 4800, Miami Valley Hospital, One Wyoming St., Dayton. Call Suicide Prevention, (937) 226-0818.

Survivors Group - Abuse and Rape Crisis Shelter of Warren County will offer this 12-week support group for adult survivors of child sexual abuse and/or rape from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. It is free and confidential. If planning to attend, call (513) 695-2435.

 

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The Turning Force - This is a newly formed support group for families and friends of sex offenders which began meeting in March and is meeting every Monday in the Englewood area. This group is not for sex offenders. For information, access our web site at http://home.woh.rr.com/theturningpoint/index.html or call 836-4013.

Time Out - Community Pregnancy Center will offer this support group designed for single moms. Meeting topics will be provided, but the focus of this group is to get single moms together to offer support to one another. Babysitting will be provided. Group will meet quarterly. Call Kara, (513) 424-2229, for meeting times and locations.

Touching Little Lives (Region 1) - At our monthly meetings we collect items made or donated during the month; work on small projects and package layettes. These items are then allocated to seven different local hospitals for needy and sick babies. Our volunteers deliver them to the hospitals. We are always in need of more volunteers who love to sew, knit, crochet or just would like to help by helping collect items at the meetings and dividing up for each hospital. Meetings are held the second Monday of each month in Troy at the First United Church of Christ 120 S. Market St. 6:30- 8:30 P.M. The Region 1 Coordinator Suzan Fischer may be contacted by calling 937- 339-2247 or e-mailing her suzanfischer@earthlink.org. Further information about Touching Little Lives can be found at www.touchinglittlelives.org.

 

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Widows and Widowers Support Group - For persons coping with the loss of a spouse, this group will meet from 6 to 7 p.m. the fourth Sunday of each month at First Presbyterian Church, 2910 Central Ave. Call (513) 422-6365.

Women for Sobriety - Mental Health Recovery Services of Warren and Clinton Counties has announced this group will meet at the Rational Recovery Center, Mason. Call (513) 489-7141.

Women Who Resort to Violence - Abuse and Rape Crisis Shelter of Warren County will offer this 12-week court-ordered group for women who have been charged with domestic violence. Group will meet from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday. If planning to attend, call (513) 695-1750.