Support Groups
BCHD offers a variety of groups to meet specific needs:
Healthier Living: An Introduction to Managing Ongoing Health Conditions
Nobody wants to have a chronic long-term health condition. Unfortunately, most of us will experience two or more of these during our lifetime. This program was designed to teach people living with chronic conditions as well as those who care for them a healthy way to overcome physical and emotional issues that complicate our lives. Sample this program and take this opportunity to define self-management and learn more about managing the work of dealing with prolonged health issues, managing continuing daily activities, and managing the changing emotions brought about by chronic health conditions. Are you newly diagnosed with a health condition? Are you living with a condition and need to take better control of your treatment? Do you want to learn more about your healthcare? This may be the program for you.
Next Group: Thursday, October 11 through Thursday, November 15
Time: 9:30am - Noon
Please contact Ronda Thomas at 310-374-3426, x155 for pre-registration or more information.
Memory Club
The Alzheimer’s Association’s Memory Club at BCHD is designed for families to talk with others about the experience of early-stage dementia. Each session focuses on a different aspect of adjusting to life with dementia. The ultimate aim of the group is to empower the entire family through knowledge, support and a sense of community. Individuals with dementia and their care partners are invited to join us for this eight-week group. Pre-assessment is required. Please call Kerianne Lawson at 310-374-3426, x133 for details.
Adaptive Mobility
For those recovering from a stroke, Parkinson’s or related disorders, the physical and emotional changes can be difficult. Learn, share and participate in post-rehabilitation activities. For more information call 310-318-0650.
The Gathering Place (Bereavement)
The Gathering Place is a center for loss and life transition. Through this affiliate of BCHD, adults and children can find healing, strength and confidence while dealing with the death of a loved one. Individual counseling and bereavement support groups are available. For more information call 310-374-6323.
Caregiver Support
It's not always easy being the one people rely on for help. Join others who understand. Share the challenges, experiences and solutions related to caring for loved ones who are ill in a friendly, welcoming forum. Both men and women are encouraged to participate. For more information call 310-374-3426, x155.