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Support Groups

   
AARP Florida
200 West College Ave. Suite 304
Tallahassee, FL 32301
866-595-7678

Alcoholics Anonymous
Toll Free 1-888-756-2930
Local 386-756-2930

Alzheimer Caregiver Education & Support ( A.C.E.S.)
Provide practical care suggestions and tips for everyday living. Information and resources about this overwhelming disease.
Meets second Saturday of each month
Our Lady of Lourdes
201 University Blvd, Daytona Beach
For information, call 386-214-3833 Alisha

American Heart Assoc.
5851 Saint Augustine Rd.
Jacksonville, FL 32207
800-275-0582

American Lung Assoc.
1301 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20004
1-800-LUNGUSA

Arthritis Foundation of Florida
408 12th St. West
Bradenton, FL 34205
941-747-8303

Bariatric Surgery - Lap Band Information Session
Thinking about weight-loss surgery? During this free 90-minute session, you’ll discover Florida Hospital’s approach and speak with medical professionals and others considering this procedure.

Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
Medical Office Building, Classroom A
305 Memorial Medical Pkwy., Daytona Beach
To Register, call 386-231-3550


Bereavement Support Group - Florida Hospital Hospice Care
After the loss of your loved one, you may feel alone in your grief. We would like to extend our deepest sympathies and invite you to be a part of our Bereavement Support Group. This six-week program is hosted by Florida Hospital HospiceCare and offered at various times and locations to meet your needs. Free individual counseling is also provided as needed.

For registration and more information, call 386-671-4762.


Cancer - Look Good, Feel Better
Women undergoing cancer treatments should still feel beautiful. During this session, our trained cosmetologists teach female cancer patients beauty techniques to help restore their appearance and self-image during chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Co-sponsored by the American Cancer Society, this group meets on the first Monday of every other month from 6 to 8 pm. Registration is required. For registration and more information, call 1-800-ACS-2345 (1-800-227-2345) .

Comprehensive Cancer Center at Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
224 Memorial Medical Parkway
Daytona Beach, FL 32117


Cancer - Strength for Living: New Patient Orientation
This one-time program focuses on the needs of those recently diagnosed with cancer. Patients and caregivers are introduced to an array of cancer support and educational information. This group meets on the fourth Friday of the month (except for May, November and December) from 12 to 2 pm. Registration is required. For registration and more information, call 386-231-4000.

Comprehensive Cancer Center at Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
Conference Room
224 Memorial Medical Parkway
Daytona Beach, FL 32117


Cancer Caregiver Support Group
As a caregiver of someone with cancer, you may be in need of information, resources and support. This group meets the fourth Wednesday of every month (except December) from 4 to 5 pm. For more information, call 386-231-4000.

Comprehensive Cancer Center at Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
Chapel
224 Memorial Medical Parkway
Daytona Beach, FL 32117


Cancer - Living with Cancer
Whether you’re a patient, survivor or caregiver, this is your opportunity to talk about the challenges of living with cancer. This group meets on the third Thursday of every month from 4 to 5 pm. Registration is not required. For more information, call 386-231-4000.

Comprehensive Cancer Center at Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
Chapel
224 Memorial Medical Parkway
Daytona Beach, FL 32117


Cancer - Art in Therapy
Expressing emotions is central to healing. Patients and caregivers now have a new outlet for recovery through our Art in Therapy Program. Express your creativity. Escape the everyday. Get to know our other patients and caregivers. Professional art facilitators from the Ormond Memorial Art Museum will lead us in topics ranging from painting and sketching to crafts and photography. All levels are welcome. Space is limited, and meeting dates and times vary to accompany all schedules. For registration and meeting date information, call 386-231-2229.

Comprehensive Cancer Center at Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
Conference Room
224 Memorial Medical Parkway
Daytona Beach, FL 32117


Cancer - Breast & Gynecologic Cancer Support Group
When the diagnosis of cancer is given, you may be in need of information, resources and support to meet the challenges you face.  If you are currently undergoing treatment or finished your treatment up to 12 months ago, please join us for our monthly breast & gynecologic cancer support group. This group meets on the second Monday of every month from 6 to 7 pm. Registration is not required. For more information, please call 386-231-4000.

Comprehensive Cancer Center at Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
224 Memorial Medical Parkway
Daytona Beach, FL 32117


Cancer - Breast Cancer Survivorship Support Group
Join breast cancer survivors for support and encouragement as you continue your journey with cancer.  If you have been finished with your treatment for more than 12 months, join us as we celebrate life and breast cancer survivorship. This group meets on the second Monday of every month from 5 to 6 pm. Registration is not required. For more information, please call 386-231-4000.

Comprehensive Cancer Center at Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
224 Memorial Medical Parkway
Daytona Beach, FL 32117


Cancer - Man to Man: Prostate Cancer Support Group 
Designed for men diagnosed with prostate cancer, the Man to Man support group provides a comfortable setting for discussion, education and support throughout the treatment and recovery process. Man to Man is co-sponsored by the American Cancer Society. The group meets on the third Thursday of the month (except November) from 9 to 10 am. Registration is not required. For information, call 386-586-2065.

Florida Hospital Flagler
1st Floor, Classroom D
60 Memorial Medical Parkway
Palm Coast, FL 32164


Cardiopulmonary
Young at Heart/Better Breathers
Cardiopulmonary support group for respiratory and cardiac patients.
Meets first Thursday each month (except June, July and August), 10am
Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
Medical Office Building, 3rd Floor, Suite 306
305 Memorial Medical Pkwy., Daytona Beach
To register, call 386-231-3690


Caregiver Support Group
1st Thursday of every month 9am
Mason Ave., Daytona Beach, FL
Caregiver-To-Go
3rd Tuesday of every month 11:15am (lunch on you)
Piccadilly Restaurant, Volusia Mall, 1700 International Speedway Bl., Daytona Beach FL 32114
386-366-6100

Child-Death of a Child-The Compassionate Friends
Toll free 1-877-969-0010 Mon-Fri 9-5 Central time
PO Box 3696
Oak Brook, IL 60522-3696
www.compassionatefriends.org

Child-Parents of Murdered Children
513-721-LOVE
100 East 8th Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Child-First Candle
National resource on loss of a child.
www.sidsalliance.org

Child-National Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Foundation
Toll free 1-800-232-SIDS
www.sidscenter.org
509 Augusta Drive
Marietta, BA 30067

Children’s Advocacy
344 South Beach St.
Daytona Beach, LF 32117
386-238-3830
Hotline 1-800-940-7273

Children-Florida Dept. of Children & Families
Flagler and Volusia Counties
386-258-4419

Debtor’s Anonymous
Every Sunday 7:30 pm.
Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
Café Annex
301 Memorial Medical Parkway
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
To register, call Colle 748-1004


Diabetes Education

Education and targeted nutrition counseling offered to Type I, Type II, gestational and newly diagnosed diabetics. Physician referral required for class. For registration and information, call 386-231-3178.

Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
8th Floor Classroom
301 Memorial Medical Pkwy, Daytona Beach


Diabetes Support Group

The Diabetes Support Group at Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center is open to the public for those who have diabetes and their caregivers. Led by one of our diabetes nurse educators, topics include nutrition, medications, new monitoring devices, research updates and the emotional aspects of diabetes. This group meets on the second Thursday of the month (except July and August) from 10 to 11 am. For more information, call the Diabetes Center at 386-231-3178. No registration or fees required.

Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
8th Floor Classroom
301 Memorial Medical Pkwy., Daytona Beach
To register, call 386-231-3178.


Domestic Abuse Council

386-255-2102
www.domesticabusecouncil.com

Drug Abuse Hotline
1-800-314-5864

Grief-Bereavement Support Group
Florida Hospital Hospice Care
Toll free 1-800-404-1133 or 386-671-4762
Available in Ormond, Flagler, Bunnell, Palm Coast, Debary, West Volusia and DeLand

Grief-Cancer Center Institute
Held second Thursday of each month, 4-5pm at FHMMC 11 floor Conference Room; not only for Oncology families
Any questions, please contact Latanya 231-4000

Grief-Focus on the Family Resources on Grief
http://resources.family.org/category/life+challenges/grief+personal+loss.do

Groww Resources
This site provides a list of resources on grief, suicide and much more
www.groww.com/resource.htm

Homeless Assistance Center
STAR Family Center
340 North Street
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
386-252-9400

Medicare & Medicaid Services
1-800-MEDICARE
7500 Security Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21244
www.MyMedicare.gov

Moms Wednesday Morning
Meet other moms, share and receive information from health care specialists at this informal new mother support group.
Ever other Wednesdays, 10:30am – 1:00pm
Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
Café Annex Classroom
301 Memorial Medical Parkway, Daytona Beach
To register, call 386-231-3152

Orthopedics
The Joint Class Information Center
Participants learn about total hip and total knew replacement surgery, post-anesthesia care, FHMMC’s orthopedic unit, Peninsula Rehabilitation Center and post-discharge expectations. Exercises to be done before and after surgery are demonstrated. Includes question and answer session.
Florida Hospital Outpatient Rehab Classroom
907 Sterthaus Ave., Ormond Beach,
To register, call 386-676-6039

Parents Without Partners
Toll free 1-800-637-7974
Help for people who are separated, divorced or widowed

Prince of Peace Social Services
600 S. Nova Road
Ormond Beach, FL 32174
672-5272

Pulmonary Hypertension Fibrosis Support
Getting your medical professional involved in the PH community is a key component of raising awareness about the disease. Increasing medical professionals’ knowledge of PH helps to decrease the number of undiagnosed patients and increase the quality of treatment for those who have been diagnosed with PH. Diagnosis and treatment of PH is more complex than ever before and medical professionals need timely information and education to keep them up-to-date on current treatments and PH research.
Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
11th floor classroom
301 Memorial Medical Parkway, Daytona Beach
To register, call Liz 352-208-4773

Rape Crisis Center
303 No. Clyde Morris Blvd.
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
386-254-4106

Salvation Army
1555 LPGA Blvd.
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
386-236-2020


Self-Help – National Self-Help Clearinghouse
973-989-1122
www.mentalhelp.net/selfhelp
List of self-help groups on-line

Sexual Assault Service
344 South Beach St.
Daytona Beach, LF 32117
386-238-3830
Hotline 1-800-940-7273

Suicide-National Suicide Hopeline Network
(Hotline) Toll free 1-800-SUICIDE 1-800-784-2433

United Way
For financial, physical and emotional help
Call toll free 1-877-253-9010 or (386) 253-0563
3747 W. International Speedway Blvd.
Daytona Beach, FL 32124