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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
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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