Support Groups
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Details:
Our caregiver support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for caregivers, family and friends of persons with dementia to:
- Develop a support system
- Exchange practical information on caregiving challenges and possible solutions
- Talk through issues and ways of coping
- Share feelings, needs and concerns
- Learn about community resources
Meet:
2nd Monday of each month
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Mary Lanning Healthcare
Medical Services Building – Classroom C
715 North Saint Joseph Avenue Hastings, NE 68901
For more information about this support group please call 800-272-3900.
*If you need care for your loved one with dementia in order to attend, contact Wendy at The Kensington Senior Living and Memory Care, 402-461-3149, to arrange free adult day service. Arranged care will be provided at no cost
Contact:
Cheri Theesen
402-984-9898
Gambler's Anonymous
Details:
Support group for those who have a gambling addiction.
Meet:
Every Monday
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Usually meet in Classroom “D” / approx. 3-5 participants
Contact:
Kelly Lambert
402-631-7067
dqmama79@hamilton.net
MS Support Group
Details:
Support group for those who are affected by multiple sclerosis.
Meet:
2nd Tuesday of each month
7:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Usually meet in Classroom “JK" / approx. 2-10 participants
Contact:
Susan Blincow
402-463-5203
Amber Kennedy
402-834-0808
NAMI - Family to Family
Details:
Free education & support for families & friends of individuals with severe brain disorders called mental illness.
Meet:
1st Tuesday of each month
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Usually meet in Classroom “C” / approx. 8-12 participants
Contact:
Sharyl Gilles
402-463-6060 (hm.)
402-984-0939 (cell)
NAMI - FORSE
Details:
FORSE = Family Organization for Resources, Support and Education This organization provides support and education regarding brain diseases.
Meet:
1st Friday of each month
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Usually meet in Classroom “C” / approx. 5-8 participants
(No meeting in July and Sept. 2017)
Contact:
Cindy Scott
402-751-2226 (hm.)
402-469-4067 (cell)
Stroke of Luck Support Group
Details:
This support organization is for individuals who have experienced a stroke. Family members, friends and care givers are encouraged to attend for support and to share experiences.
Meet:
1st Wednesday of each month
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Usually meet in Classroom “D” / approx. 5 - 10 participants
Contact:
Andrew McCarty, MLH – Stroke Program Coordinator, ICU Dept.
amccarty@marylanning.org
402-460-4479
United Parents of Addicts Support Group
Details:
This support group is for parents who have a child suffering from addiction.
Meet:
Every Monday of each month
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Usually meet in Classroom “F” / approx. 5 - 10 participants
Contact:
Jennifer Kalvelage
402-984-4612
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