Support Groups

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

Project Link

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. The 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

Women’s Recovery Group (Virtual)

Every Tuesday, 2 p.m. Weekly peer recovery group for women who have a mental health, substance use or related illness and are looking for community and support from others experiencing similar circumstances.

To join, follow the meeting link: https://carilion.webex.com/carilion/j. php?MTID=md9a2866d0503fa9a6cb36d00e23e16e0 Meeting number: 185 304 9034; Password: Women2021 Carilion Community Mental Health Contact: 540-853-9152 or crparker1@carilionclinic.org

*Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, please call the support group listing before attending a meeting to confirm if they are meeting on these dates and times, virtually or in person.

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

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

Every second Monday monthly, 6:30 p.m. The Discovery Shop 400 Scruggs Rd., Moneta, Va. Contact: ron1843@aol.com

Cancer Support Group

Every second Tuesday, 2:00 – 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

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

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