Support Groups
No-cost Special-interest Programs
Blind Leading the Blind
For vision-impaired elderly
people whom need social, emotional and intellectual support. Support
group meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, 12:30 P.M. at
Community Concern.
Southtowns Depression Support Group
Learn how other people have dealt with depression and how they
overcame obstacles in their lives on the road to recovery. 3:30
to 5:50 pm every third Wednesday of the month at Community Concern
Behavioral Health Group Programs
Pathways to Recovery
A 12 week program for people seeking remission of co-occurring substance use and behavioral health disorders. Participants learn how addictive behaviors contribute to symptoms of depression, anxiety and mood swings. Nearly 1 in 3 people with emotional problems (e.g. anxiety, panic, mood swings or depression) have contributing addictive behaviors. Research shows that integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders is significantly more effective than separate mental health and chemical dependency treatment.
Mood Management in Maturity for Women
Participants
will learn techniques for coping with depression and anxiety related
to stressors that older women confront. Loss issues such as grief
and retirement will be addressed, with an emphasis given to rebuilding
social supports.
Assertiveness Training Workshop
For
people who tend to be passive or aggressive in dealing with others. Learn
to express your feelings and needs. Learn how to say “No” without
feeling guilty. Stand up for your rights. Improve your self-esteem.
Healthy Relationship Group
For
women who are in co-dependent, emotionally or physically abusive relationships. Learn
healthy and effective ways to build, enrich and improve relations with
family, friends, co-workers and children. Learn how to communicate
more effectively, be assertive and resolve conflicts.
Living Without Violence
For
men who are violent or fear they may become violent. A
14-week program to prevent family violence and strengthen relationships.
Participants learn about feelings and communication, how to stop violence,
how to recognize and control anger, how to listen to self and others,
how to ask for what you want, and more. The Living Without Violence Program
is $15.00 per session.
All groups (except where otherwise stated) are $10.00 per session or may be covered by health insurance.
