Schools throughout Macomb County offer educational-based support groups for youth around many issues. Check with the school counselor, social worker or student assistance specialist at your school to determine if a group is available.

Support group (Agoraphobics in Motion - A.I.M.) for people in recovery from agoraphobia is available on Mondays at 6:30 P.M at St. Mark Catholic Church*, 4401 Bart, Warren, MI  48091. For more information, call (586) 759-3026.

 Support group (Agoraphobics in Motion - A.I.M.) for people in recovery from agoraphobia available on Wednesdays at 7:00 P.M. at Renaissance Unity Church*, 11200 E 11 Mile Rd Warren, MI 48089. (586) 353-2300 or http://www.renaissanceunity.org

 Support group for persons with anxiety panic attacks and/or depression (Agoraphobics in Motion - A.I.M.) . Meetings are at St. Athanasius Catholic Church*, 18720 E. 13 Mile Rd., Roseville, MI 48066 on Wednesdays starting at 7:00 P.M.

Support group for adult children of dysfunctional families meet on Wednesdays at Renaissance Unity Church*, 11200 E 11 Mile Rd., Warren, MI 48089 at 7:30 P.M. Learn how to overcome the self-limiting attitudes and behavioral patterns that you learned growing up in an alcoholic or dysfunctional home. For more information, call (586) 353-2300 or http://www.renaissanceunity.org

Educational support group for person affected by AIDS and HIV positive individuals, their families, friends, and partners.  For a list of Macomb County groups, contact the Michigan AIDS* Hotline*, (800) 872-AIDS.

A support group for families of children with severe food allergies.  For  more information , call (586) 677-4483 or go to:  http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/facesofmi/

Support groups for persons with Alzheimer and their families:

Support group for amputees is available at St. John Hospital, 22101 Moross Road, Detroit, Michigan 48236 (Ground Floor Gait Lab - Physical Therapy). Meetings are the third Thursday of every month at 3:00 P.M. For more information, call Dave at (586) 817-0321 or email: dmiller@ableorthopedics.com

Support group for persons with anxiety, panic disorders and/or depression (A.I.M.).  Meetings are held at St. Athanasius Catholic Church, 188720 E. 13 Mile Rd., Roseville, MI on Wednesdays starting at 7:00 P.M.

Support group for persons with anxiety, panic disorders and depression takes place at St Mark Catholic Church*, 4401 Bart, Warren, MI  48091 on Mondays at 6:30 P.M. and Renaissance Unity Church in Warren on Wednesdays starting at 7:00 P.M. For more information, call (248) 547-0400 or http://www.renaissanceunity.org.

Support group for persons with anxiety takes place at St. Basil the Great* School, 22851 Schroeder, Eastpointe, MI 48021 on Mondays at 12:30 P.M. or visit the website for Recovery International (formerly Recovery, Inc.) to locate a meeting near you. www.lowselfhelpsystems.org/meetings/meetings-per-city.asp

Support group for parents of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder is available from CHADD* (Children and Adults with Attention Deficit). Available on the second Tuesday from October - May at the Macomb Intermediate School District, 44001 Garfield, Clinton Township, MI 48038 starting at 7:30 P.M. For more information, call (586) 566-6786 or www.chadd.net/template.cfm?affid=583&p=about

Support group for those who parent or work with ADHD children. Available at Trinity Lutheran Church, 45160 VAn Dyke Avenue, Utica, MI  48317 on the second Tuesday of the month from 10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Free child care available onsite for children aged 8 and younger. For more information call, (586) 731-4490.

Support group for persons with aphasia is available the Macomb Intermediate School District, 2nd Floor, 40001 Garfield, Clinton Township, MI 48038 on Fridays from 10:00 A.M. - Noon. For more information, call Julie Klocke, (586) 263-2498

Support group for families with a child with autism. For more information, call the Macomb/St. Clair Chapter of the Autism Society of America, (586) 445-4915.

See “Grief Support Groups.”

Support and recreational activities for Brain Injury Survivors, family members, friends and caregivers available in Macomb County and special event locations in Oakland and Wayne Counties.  Meetings take place on the last Wednesday of the month at 7:00 P.M. at the Macomb Intermediate School District*, 44001 Garfield Road, Clinton Township, MI.  For more information, contact:  Marty Zobrovitz,(586) 774-0135, or go to biami.org.

Support groups for mothers who are breast feeding is available on the second Friday of the month at 7:00 P.M. Call for meeting location.  For more information, call the LaLeche League, (313) 438-1015 or visit their website at http://www.llli.org/web/michigan.html.

ALL TYPES OF CANCER

Support group to provide a safe harbor to support, educate and empower those touched by cancer. Available from The Lake House, 26701 Little Mack Ave., St. Clair Shores, MI, 48081.  For more information, call (586) 777-7761 or go to their website:  www.milakehouse.org/support_groups.html

Support group for people with any type of cancer. The group offers both emotional support and education to help with adjustment and coping. Caregivers, family and friends are welcome to attend with the cancer patient. Meetings take place at the Ted B. Wahby Cancer Center Conference Room, McLaren-Macomb Medical Center, 1000 Harrington Blvd., Mt. Clemens, MI (586) 260-8432.

BREAST CANCER

Support Group for women who have or have had breast cancer.  Sisters of Support is a support and educational group led by a licensed certified social worker to share comfort and caring with other survivors. Hear informative speakers on educational topics related to breast cancer. This support group meets the third Tuesday of every month from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Ted Wahby Cancer Center Conference Room, McLaren-Macomb Medical Center, 1000 Harrington Blvd., Mt. Clemens, MI (877) 627-6248.

CHILDHOOD CANCER

Support group for parents who have a child with cancer. Available from Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Michigan*. For more information, contact Rhonda Diliberti, (586) 484-9500 or diliberti@comcast.net.

Cardiac Support Group – H.E.A.R.T.S. Club (Heart Education and Rehabilitation – Teaching and Support).  Education and support for patients with heart failure, heart attack or heart disease.  Meets the 3rd Thursday of every month from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Mat Gaberty Heart Center Conference Room, McLaren-Macomb Medical Center, 1000 Harrington, Mt. Clemens, MI. For more information or to register, please call (586) 493-8663.

Caregiver Support Groups are available at the following locations (support group meeting days and times are subject to change, call in advance of attending. Some groups offer adult care for the older adults, call in advance.):

A support group (“Common Thread”) that addresses the common issues faced by people with disabilities (occurred through chronic illness, congenital or an acquired condition) including ongoing mutual support, feedback and exposure to a variety of topics to facilitate emotional growth, adjustment and empowerment. The group meets on the second Thursday of each month from 1:00 -2:30 P.M. at Disability Network Oakland & Macomb*, Clinton Township, MI. For more information, call (586) 268-4160 or visit their website at:  http://www.omcil.org/index.htm.

Support group for Caregivers of persons with a disability (“Common Thread for Caregivers”) meets the fourth Thursday of each month from 1:00 – 2:30 P.M. at Disability Network Oakland & Macomb, Clinton Township, MI. For more information, call (586) 268-4160 or visit their website at:  http://www.omcil.org/index.htm.

Support group for adults with diabetes is available on the last Wednesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at the McLaren-Macomb Medical Center, 1000 Harrington Blvd., Mt. Clemens, MI  48043. There are no meetings in July, August and December. For more information, call (586) 493-8500.

DivorceCare for Kids (DC4K) helps a child heal from the pain caused by a separation or divorce. DC4K provides children with a safe place to recognize and learn to share their feelings. For 13 weeks children become involved in a fun, caring group at local Christian churches. Groups are available throughout the county. For a list of a group near you, go to: http://www.dc4k.org/

Teens/Tweens Beyond Divorce (TBD) helps teens (aged 11 - 18) heal from the pain caused by a separation or divorce and provides youth with a safe place to recognize and learn to share their feelings. these faith-based groups are available September through April on Thursdays from 7:00 - 9:00 P.M. Available at Shepherd’s Gate Lutheran Church, 12400 23 Mile Road, Shelby Township, MI  48315. For more information, call (586) 322-3109.

Support group for people dealing with grief due to loss because of divorce (“Divorce Recovery”).  The group meets on Mondays starting at 7:00 P.M. at Renaissance Unity Church*, 11200 E 11 Mile Rd Warren, MI 48089, (586) 353-2300 or http://www.renaissanceunity.org

Support group for persons who are divorced. Available at The Woods Church of the Nazarene, 14300 E. Thirteen Mile Road, Warren, MI  48088.  The group meets on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m., Room 301. For more information call Lori (586) 306-2867.

Divorcecare provides a 13 week faith-based DVD-based support group led by trained lay persons (coaches) supervised by a licensed social worker offering coping skills and support. These groups run concurrent with the DivorceCare for Youth and Teens/Tweens Beyond Divorce groups. Available from Shepherd’s Gate in Shelby Township. For more information, call (586) 322-3109.

A 12-week empowerment group for women provides information on domestic violence, effects of violence on children, coping strategies, trauma reactions and development of safety planning. Available throughout the year from Turning Point, (586) 463-4430. (NOTE: Intake with Counselor is required prior to attending.)

Educational/support groups are offered throughout the year for mothers and their children who are survivors of domestic violence and/or sexual assault. Individuals are placed in specific groups according to their experience and age. Groups provide information on various topics including domestic violence, sexual assault, trauma reactions, coping strategies, and safety planning. Child care is available. Available from Turning Point*, (586) 463-4430. (NOTE: Intake with Counselor is required prior to attending.)

Support group for female survivors of domestic violence is offered on Wednesday afternoons from Turning Point, (586) 463-4430. (NOTE: Intake with Counselor is required prior to attending.)

The Dual Recovery Anonymous Group, using the 12 -step model, provides peer-to-peer support for adults managing recovery from both mental illness and substance use disorders. Groups are held every Thursday at 1:00 P.M. at Liberties* South, 26345 Gratiot, Roseville 48066. For more information, call (586) 777-8094.

Support group for individuals who desire to become well emotionally.  Emotions Anonymous (E.A.) meet at Renaissance Unity Church in Warren on Friday at 7:00 p.m. (586) 353-2300 or http://www.renaissanceunity.org

Support group for persons with epilepsy is available at Erin Presbyterian Church, 30000 Gratiot, Roseville. For more information, call The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan, (800) 377-6226.

Support group for adults (Project SAFE Supportive Activities for Everyone) are generally held on a Friday or Saturday evening from 5:30 - 8:30 P.M. at various locations in Macomb County. Families meet for potluck dinner followed by supervised play for the children and support group for parents. For more information, call Charisse at (586) 329-6722 or Charisse@mcfares.org 

Monthly support group for parents of youth with FASD.  For more information contact Charisse at (586) 329-6722 or  charisse@mcfares.org.

Support group for compulsive gamblers. Gamblers Anonymous is a proven program of recovery that will help end gambling and learn how to live a happier life. The group meets on Fridays at 7:30 P.M. and Saturdays at 10:00 A.M. at Renaissance Unity Church*, 11200 E 11 Mile Rd., Warren, MI 48089.(586) 353-2300 or http://www.renaissanceunity.org.

Support group for family and friends of gambling addicts.  GAM-ANON is a group of family and friends of gambling addicts who are seeking to find workable solutions to their mutual problems.  The group meets at Renaissance Unity Church in Warren on Friday at 7:30 p.m. (586) 353-2300 or http://www.renaissanceunity.org

Support group for gay/lesbian/bisexual and transgender youth 21 and younger. Meetings are in the Ferndale area (Youth must call first for the actual location.) Available from Affirmations Lesbian/Gay Community Center. For more information, call (248) 398-7105 ext. 28, Monday - Friday 10:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. or call the help line, (800) 398-4297 or www.goaffirmations.org and click on “Calendar” for a list of events..

Three-day camp (“Camp Erin”) for youth in first grade through twelfth grade is available every summer for those who have experienced a significant loss due to death. Participants learn through specialized group sessions and art/play activities.  Camp is offered at no charge, however, donations are accepted and needed. Registration begins in Spring. Camp is limited to 125 campers, so apply early.  “Camp Erin” is held every August.  For more information, call SandCastles*, a division of the Hospices of Henry Ford, (313) 874-6881 or visit their website:  http://aboutsandcastles.org

A support group for youth of all ages (“Growing in Grief” ) who have experienced the loss of a loved one.  Faith-based groups are available September through April on Thursdays from 7:00 - 9:00 P.M. For a list of support groups in your area, visit  their website: http://www.griefshare.org/findagroup/search

A support group facilitated by a professional for adult friends and relatives of persons who have died by suicide. Survivors of Suicide (SOS) aids the healing process by providing information and resources and allowing members to share their feelings in a non-judgmental and confidential setting. Other SOS events, including a five-week workshop occur throughout the year. Contact SOS through the Macomb County Crisis Center*, (586) 307-9100.

Self-help group for people dealing with grief due to loss because of death or divorce.  For more information, call Renaissance Unity Church, Warren (586) 353-2300 or http://www.renaissanceunity.org.

Self-help group for people dealing with grief. Sponsored by Sullivan Funeral home.  For more information, call Bobbie Baker, Trinity Counseling Center, 45445 Mound Road, Suite 111, Shelby, MI 48317 or www.trinityfamilycounseling.com. 

Grief Support for families after a child dies. The Compassionate Friends offer meetings for bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents to talk, listen, share and provide emotional support for families who that are dealing with the devastating death of a child. A group meets in St. Clair Shores at the Senior Activity Center, 20000 Stephens, St. Clair Shores, MI on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 P.M.  For more information, call Kathleen at (586) 293-6176 or visit their website at: www.compassionatefriends.org to locate a meeting site.

Support group by and for parents who have lost a child is available from Friends Supporting Parents. The group meets on the first Monday of each month from 7:00 - 9:00 P.M. at St. Thomas Church, St. Thomas Lutheran Church,8771 15 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312.  Although the meeting facility is a church the support group is not affiliated with the church or any religion. For more information, call (586) 215-0355 or go to: http://www.friendssupportingparents.org

Support group for people grieving the death of someone close is available from Grief Share which meets on Tuesdays at 7:00 at The Woods Church of the Nazarene, 14300 E. Thirteen Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088 in Room 306. Grief Share provides comfort and help in a small group setting after the loss of a loved one. For more information, call Valorie at (586) 779-1525.

Griefshare provides a 13-week DVD and faith-based support group led by trained lay coaches supervised by a licensed social worker and offering coping skills and support.  These groups run concurrent with the “Growing in Grief” support groups for youth.  Available at Shepherd’s Gate Lutheran Church, 12400 23 Mile Road Shelby Twp, MI 48315. For more information, call (586) 322-3109.

Bereavement support group meets at Henry Ford Residence Macomb Warren, Bortz Health Care of Warren, 11700 E. Ten Mile Road, Warren, MI. The group meets the third Friday of each month at 2:00 P.M. For more information, call (586) 754-3150.

Bereavement support group meets at Henry Ford Macomb - Lakeside Medical Center, 14500 Hall Road, Sterling Heights, MI. The group meets the third Monday from 2:00 - 3:00 P.M. during the months of March - December For more information, call (248) 588-2344.

Bereavement support group meets at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, 15855 Nineteen Mile Road, Clinton Township, MI. The group meets Thursdays from 6:30 - 8:00 P.M. during the months of June, July, August, November and December Call for specific dates, (248) 588-2344.

Grief support group meets at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield, Clinton Township, MI on the third Thursday of each month from 7:00 - 9:00 P.M. For more information call, (586) 792-5000.

Grief Support Group “Walk With Me”, sponsored by William Sullivan & Son Funeral Home. Facilitated by a trained grief counselor. Offered six times per year, seasonally. For information or to register, call Trinity Family Counseling Center at (586) 254-3663.

Grief Support group “Widowed Friends” is a Catholic faith-based ministry offering a 6-week Grief Recovery series that covers many topics relating to grief, including: understanding the stages of grief; surviving stress and loneliness, feelings of denial, bargaining, guilt, anger and depression, and the spiritual elements of grief and healing.  We will also cover strategies for coping alone with the upcoming holidays. For a list of groups, call Cheryl (586) 246-6369 or www.widowedfriends.org

Support group for persons with a hearing loss.  Available from the Hearing Loss Association of Macomb. The group meets at Trinity Lutheran Church, 38900 Harper, Clinton Township, MI on the fourth Monday of each month from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.. For more information, contact Lynn Huff at lynndhuff@yahoo.com

Peer to Peer Support Group is a group of homeless and formerly homeless individuals who help each other to find solutions to get out of their homeless situation. Group meets at Ray of Hope, 16546 Nine Mile Road, Eastpointe, MI. YOU MUST APPLY TO JOIN. To join, call Kathy between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Monday through Friday) at (586) 321-0998 or view their flyer at: http://www.warmingcenter.org/DAY_CENTER_FLYER-1.pdf

A 12-step program (“Celebrate Recovery”) for those with hurts, hang-ups and habits (not strictly an alcohol/substance abuse support group). Available at Bethany Baptist Church, 19700 Fifteen Mile Road, Clinton Township, MI 48035, (586) 791-1190.

A free monthly support group for persons with a family member or friend who is serving time behind bars. The group is held on the first Friday of each month at Providence Ministries Family Life Center, 18600 Florence Street, Suite B5, Roseville MI 48066. Call to confirm the time. For more information, call (888) 519-9202 or visit www.providenceministries.info

A monthly support group for survivors of incest (“Survivors of Incest Anonymous”) is available on Wednesdays starting at 7:30 P.M. at Renaissance Unity Church*, 11200 E 11 Mile Rd., Warren, MI 48089. For more information, call (586) 353-2300 or http://www.renaissanceunity.org

Support group for people with ALS and their families. Group meets at Utica United Methodist Church, 8650 Canal Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48314 on the second Thursday of each month from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.  Available from the ALS of Michigan.  For more information, call Linda Kern (248) 354-6100 or go to http://www.alsofmichigan.org/?p=sus

Support group for people with Lupus. Contact the Lupus Alliance, Michigan Indiana Affiliate, 26507 Harper Avenue, St. Clair Shores, MI 48081 Or, visit their website:  www.milupus.org (Click on “Metro East” under the heading “Support Group Meetings” to check for meeting dates and times.) For more information, call (586) 775-8310 or toll free (800) 705-6677.

Christian mentoring (Mr. & Mrs. Marriage Ministry) connects couples to build better marriages.  This group exists to help form positive relationships, to provide resources and skills to help build life-long marriages. These marriage building classes are held during the spring and fall.  Available at The Woods Church of the Nazarene, 14300 E. Thirteen Mile Road, Warren, MI  48088. For more information contact: Ron & Kelly (586) 795-1715.

Marriage Renewal Group meets at Trinity Family Counseling Center, 45445 Mound Road, Suite 111, Shelby, MI 48317. For more information, call Tanya Ratliff at (586) 254-3663 or www.trinityfamilycounseling.com.

Support group for persons with mental illness or related disorders:

Support groups for those with mental illness using an open format, which means groups are ongoing, and individuals have the option of attending when it is convenient for them. The open format allows individuals to feel some degree of anonymity, and to participate, as they are comfortable. All meetings are free of charge. A NAMI* support group meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7:00 P.M. at St. John Macomb Hospital, 12000 East Twelve Mile Road, Warren, Michigan 48093 . For more information, call Fred Bristol at (586) 573-7980.

STARS support group for coping with mental illness, available from Liberties*, 22754 Macomb Industrial Dr., Clinton Township, MI  48036, (586) 954-1590

Moms of Michigan Military and Supporters - meetings for moms of children who are currently serving or who have served in the U.S. military take place every third Wednesday at 7:00 P.M. at Romeo VFW Hall, 7455 McVicar Road, Romeo, MI or visit their website at:  http://www.operation-love.com/ and click on the "Calendar" for a list of meetings and events.

Support group for persons newly-diagnosed with MS. The group is available on the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 P.M. at St. Therese of Lisieux Church, 48115 Schoenherr Rd., Shelby Township, MI 48315. For more information, call (586) 469-9609. Contact Renee' Cannon at (586) 469-9609 before attending the meeting to verify that it has not been cancelled or rescheduled.

Support groups for persons affected by multiple sclerosis is available on the third Tuesday of the month starting at 7:00 P.M. at Christ Lutheran Church, 32300 Schoenherr Rd, Warren, MI 4808, (586) 598-8614. Meets at alternate location in June, July, August, and November and does not meet in December. Contact Nancy (586) 598-8614, Marcia (586) 795-9141, or Joe (586) 795-5341 before attending the meeting to verify that it has not been cancelled or rescheduled.

Support group for persons with MS, family or friends is available on the 4th Monday of the month starting at 12:00 noon at St. Paul's Church, 41300 Romeo Plank Rd., Clinton Township, MI 48038. For more information, call (586) 247-8729. Contact Angela Juszkiewicz at (586) 899-3735 before attending the meeting to verify that it has not been cancelled or rescheduled.

Support group for caregivers of persons with MS (Significant Other Support or SOS group) meets at Utica United Methodist Church, 8650 Canal, Sterling Heights, MI 48314. For more information, contact Josephine (Josie) DeYonker (586) 228-3628 or deyojz@gmail.com or Robert Swartz at (248) 666-3703.

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Support group for adults affected by any neuromuscular disease.  Available at Macomb Oakland Regional Center’s Lounge, 16200 19 Mile Road, Clinton Township, MI  48038.  For more information, call (734) 416-7076. 

Support group for persons diagnosed with myasthenia gravis and their families.  Available at Amazing Grace Lutheran Church, 29860 Dequindre, Warren  48092.  The group meets on the second Monday of the month starting at 7:00 p.m.  Available only during the months of January, March, May, September and November. For more information, call the Myasthenia Gravis Association at (248) 591-4419.

Support group for persons with ostomies. The Ostomy Support Group is open to those with ostomies, family members and care givers. Meetings will include a guest speaker, the Ostomy Support Team, open forum and new products.  Meetings held at the McLaren-Macomb, 1000 Harrington Blvd., Mt. Clemens, MI  48043.  For more information or to register to attend, call (586) 493-1760.

Support group for mothers of multiples. Available at Holy Cross Lutheran Church*, 30003 Ryan Road, Warren, MI  48092. For more information, call Kathy Colombo, (586) 979-6092.

Support group for mothers of preschoolers:  For a complete list of support groups, visit the MOPS website at:  http://www1.mops.org/web/web_group_search.php

Support group for persons aged 28-55 diagnosed with young onset Parkinson’s Disease.  Available at South Lake Schools Administration Building, 23101 Stadium Blvd., St. Clair Shores, MI  48080.  The group meets on the second Monday of the month starting at 6:30 p.m.  For more information, call (800) 852-9781.

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group is available at St. John Macomb Hospital, 11800 E. 12 Mile Road, Warren 48093.  The group meets on the first Thursday of the month from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.  An exercise group meets every Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  A doctor’s prescription needed for the exercise group only.  For more information, call (586) 573-5123.

Ongoing support group for persons with peripheral neuropathy meets bi-monthly (every odd-numbered month) on the third Monday from 6:00 - 7:30 P.M.  at Henry Macomb Ford Hospital - MacCauley Room, 15855 19 Mile Road Clinton Twp, MI 48038.  For more information, e-mail John Iannucci at jbianni@comcast.net or visit the Neuropathy Association website at:  www.neuropathy.org/site/PageServer?pagename=homepage

Support Group for mothers with postpartum adjustment issues is available at St. Joan of Arc Parish Center, 22412 Overlake Drive, St. Clair Shore, MI  48080 on Thursdays from 7:00 - 8:00 P.M.  and Troy Family Medicine Center, 44250 Dequindre, Sterling Heights, MI 48314 on Mondays from 7:00 - 8:30 P.M. No registration required. For more information, call. Betsy Pruzinsky, (586) 216-7480.

Support group for persons with schizophrenia.  Schizophrenics Anonymous meet at Liberties, Inc.*, 26345 Gratiot Avenue, Roseville, MI  48066 on Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m. For more information, call (586) 777-8094.

Support group for parents of children with problems of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder.  Available from CHADD* (Children and Adults with Attention Deficit),  Linda O’Brien, (586) 566-6786 http://www.chadd.org. For print information go to the ADHD National Resource Center: www.help4adhd.org

Parent-to-parent telephone support for all parents with children with any special needs. Available from the Family Support Network of Michigan, a service of Children’s Special Health Care Services, a service of Children’s Special Health Care Services, To be matched with a support parent, call the Family Phone Line: (800) 359-3722 or Ms. Randy Krause, (906) 635-0879.

Support groups for parents of children with Down Syndrome meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 7:00 P.M. at the Macomb Intermediate School District, 44001 Garfield, Clinton Twp., MI 48038. Available from Families Exploring Down Syndrome (FEDS)  For more information , go to : www.familiesexploringdownsyndrome.org or call (586) 997-7607.

A Stroke Club for stroke survivors is available from Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, 15855 19 Mile Road, Clinton Township, MI, 48038.  The group meets on the third Friday of the month from 12:30 - 2:00 P.M. For more information, call Julie Klocke, (586) 263- 2498.

Social and recreational activities for stroke survivors and their families (“Change of Pace Stroke Club”). The group meets at the Warren Community Center, 5460 Arden, Warren, MI 48092 on Wednesdays at 10:00 A.M. For more information, call (586) 757-7480. Call (586) 268-0551 for transportation.

A support group facilitated by a professional for adult friends and relatives of persons who have died by suicide. Survivors of Suicide (SOS) aids the healing process by providing information and resources and by allowing members to share their feelings in a non-judgmental and confidential setting.  Contact SOS through the Macomb County Crisis Center*, (586) 307-9100.