Support Groups

Office-Based Opioid Treatment Services

Program offering a combination of FDA-approved Medication Assisted Treatment, group and individual therapy, and care management services to help individuals achieve recovery from opioid use disorders. By appointment only. New Horizons Healthcare Contact: 540-362-0360 ext. 235 or 264

PACE to Recovery

This program provides a continuum of care for patients with substance use disorders in the West Piedmont service area (City of Martinsville and the Counties of Henry, Franklin and Patrick). Piedmont Community Services Contact: 276-638-7337 / 540-493-1535

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This program is for pregnant women and women with children under 5 seeking help recovering from substance abuse. Blue Ridge Behavioral Health Contact: 540-266-9200, ext. 3275 / ext. 3223

REVIVE! Training: Opioid Overdose and Naloxone Education

Lay rescuer training teaches how to recognize and respond to opioid overdoses and administer naloxone. Trainings offered at multiple locations. Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts First Wednesday each month, 2 – 3 p.m., Roanoke, Va. Drop-In Center North, 2328 Williamson Rd., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-904-7254 ext. 202

Second Monday each month, 1 – 2 p.m. Roanoke HOPE Initiative, 1240 3rd St. S.W., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-339-9010 or christine@bradleyfreeclinic.org Second Wednesday each month, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Registration required. Blue Ridge Behavioral Health, 611 McDowell Ave., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-266-9200 or LEichenlaub@brbh.org

Third Friday each month, 2 – 3:30 p.m. Walk-ins welcome. Roanoke City Health Department, 1502 Williamson Rd., 2nd floor, Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-204-9972 / 540-283-5036

The Way Forward Residential Recovery Program

For men and women seeking to break free of drug and alcohol addiction through coaching, spiritual guidance and education. Rescue Mission Ministries 402 4th St., S.E., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-777-7675 or rescuemission.net

AARP Chapter Meetings

Second Wednesday monthly, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Various speakers will share ideas and suggestions to empower seniors with daily tasks. Franklin County Office of Aging Essig Recreation Center, 295 Technology Dr., Rocky Mount, Va. Contact: 540-483-9238

Al-Anon

Meetings are scheduled at varying times and locations throughout our region. Al-Anon Family Groups Roanoke & Alleghany Highlands Contact: 540-387-5005 or roanokeafg.org

Roanoke YAP

3807 Brandon Ave SW, Ste 1115 Roanoke, VA 24018 540.342.2161 aneitasmith@yapinc.org

Community-based Supports for Youth, Adults and Families

Our Virginia team provides services in homes and communities throughout SWVA.

New River Valley YAP

930 Cambria St. SE Christiansburg, VA 24073 540.797.1110 jratliff@yapinc.org

Twin Counties YAP

401 N. Jefferson St. Galax, VA 24333 276.601.2904 ephiggins@yapinc.org Outpatient Mental Health Counseling Intensive In-Home Services

Youth Advocate and Caregiver Advocate Services

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Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregivers Support Group

First Monday monthly, 2 p.m. Discussions, speakers and information from the Alzheimer’s Association for caregivers of family and friends with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Trinity Ecumenical Parish 40 Lakemount Dr., Moneta, Va. Contact: 540-297-5530 / 540-721-4330 or tami@trinityecumenical.org

Better Breathers Group

Every second Thursday in March, June, September and December, 3 – 4 p.m. Support group for chronic lung disease patients and their families. Carilion Clinic Third Floor Community Room, 2001 Crystal Spring Ave., S.W., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-981-7619 / 540-266-6000 / 800-422-8482

Brain Injury Support Group

Every third Thursday, 7 p.m. Meeting for caregivers and survivors. Brain Injury Services of Southwest Virginia Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital, 101 Elm Ave., S.W., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-344-1200

Breast Cancer Support Groups

Every first and third Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Carilion Clinic Breast Care Center, Diagnostic Center 102 Highland Ave., Ste. 202, Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-224-6939 / 540-266-6000 / 800-422-8482

Cancer Support Group

Every second Tuesday, 2 – 3:30 p.m. Open to patients, survivors, caregivers and others who will benefit from group support by sharing struggles and victories with others. Carilion Clinic Cancer Center/Blue Ridge Cancer Care 2013 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-981-7377 or 520-982-0237

Care Connection for Children

Programs that provide care coordination, community support and resources to children with special health care needs. Roanoke Area Care Connection for Children 1615 Franklin Road, S.W., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-985-8470 / 866-906-2999

Families and Caregivers of Alzheimer’s Disease

Call for meeting information near you. Alzheimer’s Association – Central and Western Virginia Chapter Contact: 540-345-7600

Franklin County Office of Aging Support Groups

Offering support groups for caregivers, Alzheimer’s, grief and more in the Franklin County area. Meeting times vary. Franklin County Office of Aging Essig Recreation Center, 295 Technology Dr., Rocky Mount, Va. Contact: 540-483-9238

Every second Monday monthly, 6:30 p.m. The Discovery Shop 400 Scruggs Rd., Moneta, Va. Contact: ron1843@aol.com

CHIP...Child Health Investment Partnership of Roanoke Valley

Keeps children up to date on well visits

Prepares children for school

Provides critical prenatal education

Empowers families to become self sufficient

Offers play-therapy and counseling to children and adults who have experienced trauma or abuse

CONTACT US AT: 1201 THIRD ST SW ROANOKE, VA 24016 (540) 857-6993

Life for One

First Monday monthly (except Jan.), 11 a.m. A support group discussing health-related topics. Bring a boxed lunch. Trinity Ecumenical Parish 40 Lakemount Dr., Moneta, Va. Contact: 540-297-5530 / 540-721-4330 or tami@trinityecumenical.org

Men’s Cancer Support Group

First Wednesday monthly, 6 p.m. Build a support system with other men living with cancer. Trinity Ecumenical Parish 40 Lakemount Dr., Moneta, Va. Contact: 540-297-5530 / 540-721-4330 or tami@trinityecumenical.org

Mutiple Sclerosis (MS) Support Group

First Wednesday monthly, noon Build a support system with others by sharing information about MS. Resurrection Catholic Church 15353 Moneta Rd., Moneta, Va. Contact: 540-297-5530 / 540-721-4330 or tami@trinityecumenical.org

NAMI-RV Family Support Group

Every fourth Tuesday, 7 p.m. Support group for family members and caregivers of adults with mental illness. First Baptist Church, Family Life Center Phelps Hall, 515 3rd St., S.W., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-977-3470 or namiroanokevalley@gmail.com

Nar-Anon

Meetings are scheduled at varying times and locations throughout our region. Nar-Anon Family Groups Contact: nar-anon.org

Parkinson’s Caregiver Support Group

Every second Friday, 10 – 11 a.m. Share ideas and challenges as you care for your loved one with Parkinson’s. Colonial Avenue Baptist Church 4165 Colonial Ave., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-772-0726

Roanoke Valley Area of Narcotics Anonymous

Meetings scheduled at varying times and locations throughout our region. Narcotics Anonymous Contact: roanokena.com/meetings

SHARE Support Group

Grief support for the loss of neonates and infants. Meetings occur as needed and locations vary. Carilion Clinic Hospice 16 Franklin Rd., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-244-4753 / 540-266-6000 / 800-422-8482

Soul Survivors

Eight-week program beginning each school semester for grieving children, grades K-12. Meeting locations vary. Carilion Clinic Hospice 16 Franklin Rd., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-224-4753 / 540-266-6000 / 800-422-8482

Stronger Parents, Brighter Futures

Building knowledge and resiliency among expectant and parenting teens and young adults (ages 16-24) through family support. Ongoing. Call for dates/times. Roanoke City Health Department 1502 Williamson Rd., 2nd floor, Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-204-9971