Community Support Groups

Active Health-Sponsored Support Groups

The groups listed here are sponsored by the SCOV Active Health Committee. Contact Rita Menet 920-659-1428 rita.menet@gmail.com with questions.

Brain Health Action Group

Joan Partridge 505-920-7005 joanpartridge@gmail.com

Second Wed., 4 PM, Desert Oasis/Ocotillo

Fourth Wed., 3 PM, Catalina Vista (except Sep. and Oct., 4 PM)

The Brain Health Action Group meets to support one another in making diet and lifestyle changes to improve our cognitive health. We focus on the recommendations of Dr. Dale Bredesen who recently documented that Alzheimer’s is a reversible disease. His book, “The End of Alzheimer’s,” details the changes we can make. It’s not always easy changing ingrained habits. We offer a place to find comfort, help and encouragement to facilitate making those improvements. You can join at any time. Come when you can. Call Joan for more information 505-920-7005.

Cancer Support

Contact: Sandie Roberts 847-525-9239 sjrbrokeress@aol.com

Third Tue., 4 PM, WC2

Our Cancer Support Group encourages and welcomes all SCOV members who have been affected by cancer. This group includes everyone from those newly diagnosed, currently in treatment, cancer survivors or those who are caring for someone with cancer. Our meetings include a valuable exchange of information and discussion with those who have had cancer and undergone chemotherapy and radiation treatment. We learn from each other. Sandie Roberts, SCOV resident who has a family member dealing with cancer, facilitates the group. The focus of this group is to share feelings and experiences with cancer risk, current cancer and post-cancer. You may be an individual with cancer or a loved one of a person with cancer. We hold this safe space to be able to discuss all aspects of cancer.

Cognitive Loss & Memory Support Group

Cecelia Ortiz 661-972-2639

First and Third Wed., 4:15 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Room

Whether you are a caregiver, a person with subjective or mild cognitive loss or at risk for Alzheimer’s disease, our mission is to support one another by sharing new ideas through the advancement of research and personal experience. We will discuss the many challenges associated with cognitive loss with open hearts and open dialog. This support group will provide a safe and confidential space to share ideas and personal experiences.

Diabetes Support Circle

Contact: Bill Bable wcbcfp33@gmail.com 520-639-8845

First Mon., 3:30 PM, Catalina Vista May 1 focus on Type 1 diabetes

Diabetes Type 1 and Type 2, including prediabetes, are two distinct diseases. The Diabetes Circle is dividing into two areas of focus. We will discuss Type 1 diabetes in January, March, May, July, September and November. We will discuss Type 2 and prediabetes in February, April, June, August, October and December. Our circle will discuss all things concerning our conditions: terminologies, health concerns, diet, and lifestyle strategies, etc. Attendees range from those that are newly diagnosed to those who have had diabetes 50+ years. We welcome partners who are also impacted and engaged in your health and well-being. Join us Monday, May 1, when we will be discussing Type 1 diabetes.

Grief Support

Jane Krabbeler 520-500-3352, jkrabbeler@gmail.com

Fouth Fri., 2 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Grief comes from many sources. It may be the loss of a loved one, a pet, a career, etc. You do not have to deal with your loss alone, a support group of your peers can be the key to recovery and resolution. Please contact Jane Krabbeler for information.

Support Group for the Visually Impaired

Judi Peterson 815-222-4754

Raven 505-469-7505, sivaraven@gmail.com

Fourth Thu., 3:30-5 PM, Catalina Vista/Art Studio

Our mission is to provide mutual support and resource sharing in a positive environment. Participants share a wide variety of resources and strategies that help them continue living independently despite diminishing vision. We welcome people who are blind and/or visually impaired. Interested, supportive persons are also welcome.

Please join us. Come or call Judi or Raven for information.