Monday, Sep. 08, 2008

Guide to local support groups

ALZHEIMER'S CAREGIVER SUPPORT: A number of self-help groups for caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease. Meets 6:30 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays and 9:30 a.m. the fourth Thursdays at DMC Foundation/Miller's Place, 730 McHenry Ave., Modesto. Contact Miller's Place at 521-0507 or the Alzheimer's Affiliates at 521-1606.

BEYOND THE WALLS: A group offering emotional and spiritual support for mothers (and other family members) of prison inmates. Meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday. For location and more information, contact Nita Brady at 575-9637.

CAIR (Changing Attitudes in Recovery) GROUPS: A number of self-help groups for people seeking personal growth in their lives. Meeting time and place vary. For more information, contact Psychological Associates, 577-1667. www.cairforyou.com.

CAIRing GRACE GROUPS: Self-help groups for people committed to learning a healthier way of living in God's grace. Meeting time and place vary. Alan, 869-3977, or Heidi, 863-9621. www.cairforyou.com.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT: A support group for unpaid caregivers whose patients have Parkinson's, ALS, Alzheimer's, stroke or any physical brain impairment. Meets at 10 a.m. the fourth Saturday, Valley Caregiver Resource Center, 1031 McHenry Ave., Suite 4, Modesto. Karleen, 521-1794.

COED ANGER MANAGEMENT: A mutual-aid group for people struggling with rage. $10 donation. Meets 7 p.m. Thursdays, Turlock Regional Services, 2101 Geer Road, Suite 120. Gabe, 669-9497.

DIVORCE CARE: Offered throughout the year at various times, available to everyone. Get confidential support and information to help you get your life back on track. There are other classes given at different times (check the Web). Calvary Temple, 1601 Coffee Road, Modesto. 529-7346. www.calvarytemple.com.

DIVORCE CARE FOR KIDS: DC4K is a special group to help your children heal from the pain caused by a separation of divorce. DC4K provides your children with a safe and neutral place to recognize and learn to share their feelings. A 13-week program held on Mondays, 6:30 p.m. at New Life Christian Center, Room 110a, Turlock. Contact Dave, 668-3238 or Stacy, 668-1235.

DIVORCE CARE FOR MEN & WOMEN: Learn how to deal with the pain of the past and look forward to rebuilding your life. Separate men's and women's groups meet at New Life Christian Center, 2918 W. Tuolumne Road, Turlock. Call Darlene, 632-2672 or Kurt, 525-8948 for times and dates.

DIVORCE RECOVERY: A Christian growth approach to healing after a divorce. One of a number of classes given during the year. Big Valley Grace Church, 4040 Tully Road, Modesto. www.bvg.org/new/ministries2.html. For more information, call 577-1604, ext. 3412.

DIVORCE RECOVERY: Offers a weekly seminar and support group for people who are separated or divorced. Meets at 1:30 p.m. Sundays, Monte Vista Chapel, 1619 E. Monte Vista Ave., Turlock. $10 materials charge. Call 634-4935.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT GROUP: Education on the cycle of violence, battered women's syndrome and why a woman stays. Attendees will participate in group learning activities and view videos related to domestic violence. Meets 5:30 p.m., Mondays and Tuesdays. A Woman's Place, 815 W. 19th St., Merced. Call 725-7900.

FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP: Emotional support and education for spouses and families of people who are incarcerated. For info, call 522-2209 for dates and times. Office at 500 9th St., Suite K3, Modesto 95354.

FAMILIES GETTING OUT ALIVE! A Christian-based support group designed for families and friends of homosexuals. This group is led by an ex-gay Christian. Strict confidentiality. Meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays. For more information, including location of meetings, contact Michelle Toupin Baughan, 669-5909, or MVC, 634-4935.