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Coeur d'Alene Area Support Groups

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Camps for Grieving Children

CAMP KANIKSU/HOSPICE OF NORTH IDAHO

2290 W. Prairie Ave., CdA

208-772-7994

Dates for 2024 camp - June 28-30
Locations - Hospice of North Idaho campus; then Camp Lutherhaven at Mica Bay on west side of Lake CdA
For children & teens ages 6-16 - FREE of charge
Professional direction/supervision from grief counselors, social workers & trained volunteers
Weekend of support, expression & fun activities
Space limited to 30 campers
Click link above for more info & registration application

ABBA'S CHILD GRIEF CAMPS

Adm Office: c/o Monte Torkelsen
7034 Fireside Way
Castle Rock, CO 80108

503-970-3983

Dates for 2024 camp - June 30-July 5
Locations: CAMP MIVODEN on Hayden Lake; also WA, OR, CO & CA
Provides a chance for kids to laugh, cry, play, create, & remember - along with other grieving youngsters
FREE of charge overnight camps for children ages 9-16 who have lost a sibling or parent to death in the recent past
Grief facilitation is led by licensed mental health professionals who have experience helping children navigate their grief.
Daily fun activities planned by trained camp staff
24-hour direct supervision
Click link above for registration application & for more info on Abba's Child, or email info@abbaschild.org.
Local contact - Cristy Kay, LCSW, CCCPT, 208-315-9321

CAMP ERIN/WILLOW CENTER

Adm Office: 1714 G St., Lewiston

208-791-7192

Dates for 2024 camp - July 12-14
Location: Camp Lutherhaven, Mica Bay, Lake CdA
For children & teens ages 6-17 - FREE of charge
Led by bereavement professionals, community members & caring volunteers
Campers participate in grief-related & recreational activities
Space limited to 50 campers
Click link above for more info & registration application

Autism Support Groups

AUTISM SOCIETY NORTH IDAHO

Harding Family Center

411 N. 15th St., #109, Coeur d'Alene

208-664-4133

Tuesdays, 10-11:30 am - "Parent & Caregiver Support Group" in-person or virtual
Serves the northern half of Idaho by providing connections, resources, education & enrichment opportunities
More info - call 208-664-4133 or email supportgroups@autismsocietynorthidaho.com

Crohn's Disease & Colitis

KOOTENAI CLINIC BLDG

1919 Lincoln Way

(first floor conference room), CdA

509-423-2637 (Kristlyn)

1st Monday, 6-7 pm
For people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) to connect with others
Discover resources & get emotional support - FREE of charge

Substance Abuse & Behavioral Health

KOOTENAI RECOVERY COMMUNITY CENTER

Amaris Behavioral Health Bldg.

120 E. Anton Ave., CdA

208-932-8005

855-913-5722 (24/7 peer recovery support)

Advocates for & supports adults seeking to begin or maintain recovery from behavioral health &/or substance abuse issues - open to all
Links individuals to community resources
FREE programs/support groups include: Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Moms in Recovery, Al-Anon, mental wellness, life skills classes & more
Every Wed, 1-4 pm - Heritage Health Mobile Bus on site
Every Sat, noon - "Moms in Recovery"
Stop in for cup of coffee (M-F, 9 am-5 pm) or email joinus@kootenairecovery.org
See KRCC meeting schedules HERE

New Babies & Moms Support Groups

KOOTENAI HEALTH FAMILY BIRTH CENTER

2002 Kootenai Health Way, CdA

208-625-6891

Every Tues, 11 am-noon - "Mommy & Me Social Hour" is a nurturing environment for new mothers to socialize, share experiences, challenges & advice. More info HERE
Every Tues, 10-11 am - "Breastfeeding Support Group"; registration link HERE
3rd Tues, 5:30-8 pm - "Baby Talk" (Caring for Your Newborn); registration link HERE
1st Wed, 6-8 pm - "Breastfeeding Success"; registration link HERE
2nd Sat, 9 am-3 pm, "Labor of Love Childbirth Education" (one-day class). Register HERE
Every Sun, 2 pm - "Family Birth Center Tour". Space is limited; reservations required. Call 208-625-6891. As an infection-prevention measure, children are not allowed on the tour.

Stroke Support Group

NORTH IDAHO STROKE SUPPORT

Rehabilitation Hospital of the Northwest

3372 E. Jenalan Ave., Post Falls

208-262-8700

Thursdays, 10:30 am - "North Idaho Stroke Support Group"
Community stroke survivors & one support person welcome
More info HERE

Cancer Support Groups

KOOTENAI HEALTH

Kootenai Clinic Cancer Services, CdA

Kootenai Clinic Cancer Services, PF

For people whose lives have been affected by cancer
(CdA) Thursdays, 11 am-noon - "Women's Cancer Wellness Support Group"; 208-625-4296
(Post Falls) Mondays, noon-1 pm - "All Cancer Support Group"; 208-625-4938
All are welcome - FREE
More info HERE

Ostomy Support Group

KOOTENAI HEALTH

Kootenai Services Bldg.

2205 Kootenai Health Way, CdA

(Bear Lake basement classroom)

208-625-6944

For those seeking support for ostomy & wound care - FREE support group
3rd Wednesday of each month, 3-4 pm

Silver Valley CARES

SILVER VALLEY CARES

703 Cedar St., Wallace

208-274-3753‬

Non-profit organization offers advocacy & support for mental health issues
Support groups
Training sessions, sensory activities, health fairs & resources
Every Tuesday, 5:30-6:30 pm - "Thrive Recovery" (recovery meeting/sober community) meets at Wallace Library (basement). More info - 509-979-0829 (Tanner)
SVCaresInfo@gmail.com

Grief & Loss Support

HOSPICE OF NORTH IDAHO

2290 W. Prairie Ave., CdA

208-772-7994

All support groups are open to the public & FREE. Must register by calling 208-772-7994 or email griefsupport@honi.org
1st Tues, 4-5 pm - "Spouse/Partner Loss"
3rd Tues, 4-5 pm - "Men's Support Group"
4th Tues, 10:30-11:30 am - "Women's Support Group"
Often the first step in obtaining relief from grief is acknowledging your grief & talking with a professional.
For grieving children, "Camp Kaniksu" is a 3-day, 2-night camp held each summer at a on Lake CdA; FREE of charge. More info HERE.
"Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony" is held in December.
"Journey Through Grief" is a 6-week support group w/structured, curriculum designed to guide participants through grief, teaching them how to manage it. More info HERE.

Survivors of Suicide Loss

SUICIDE LOSS SURVIVOR SUPPORT

Panhandle Health District

8500 N. Atlas Rd., Hayden

988 (Suicide Prevention Hotline)

800-200-1511 (Kootenai Behavioral Health)

1st Wednesday, 6-8 pm - "Suicide Loss Survivor Support Group" helps survivors cope with grief
Provides a safe, compassionate environment for those trying to adjust to a world forever changed by a loved one's decision
Call 208-415-5285 or email spanofni@phd1.idaho.gov
Details on SPAN (Suicide Prevention Action Network) programs HERE

Mental Health Support Groups

DISABILITY ACTION CENTER NW

3726 E. Mullan Ave., Post Falls

208-457-3891

800-475-0070

Promotes the independence & equality of all individuals with disabilities in all aspects of society
Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 or 5:30-6:30 pm - peer-to-peer support for persons with disabilities
New topics each week include: Identifying & Expressing Emotions, Finding Friendships & Maintaining Health Relationships, Social Phobia & Anxiety, Managing Dysfunction, Self-Advocacy, & General Discussion/Fun Activities
Open to the public - FREE

Relativcs as Parents

RELATIVES AS PARENTS INC.

Lake City Community Church

6000 N. Ramsey Rd., CdA

208-660-4905

Support group exists to strengthen the safety net of resources & support for local children being raised by a relative (grandparents, aunts, uncles & siblings)
Resources include legal, transportation, early childhood programs, disabilities, youth activities/services, child care, food, health care, emergency assistance & support groups
Special help for special people - FREE of charge!
Meets on the 4th Monday of each month, noon-2 pm, at LCCC w/on-site child care. Ask about potluck.
More info - relativesasparents@gmail.com

Recovery Ministries

REAL LIFE MINISTRIES

1860 N. Cecil Rd., Bldg. 2, Post Falls

208-651-0417

"Real Life Recovery" walks with hurting individuals & families in a relational environment to build healthy relationships with Jesus & others.
Common topics/struggles include: drug addiction, alcohol addiction, sexual addiction, PTSD/combat trauma, eating disorders & co-dependence.
"Celebrate Recovery" - every Tuesday, 5:45-8:15 pm, Post Falls Campus. Dinner at 5:45, followed by large group, worship, Sobriety Coins Celebration, 12-step lessons, testimonies, small groups & fellowship at 6:30. Open share, 7:15-8:15 pm. Child care available.
Questions? Contact Myles at 208-651-0417
"Pure Desire Groups" walks through damages of sexual sin from lust of the eye to infidelity via the following groups in a safe environment:
"Betrayal & Beyond" (for women), an ongoing group meets Tuesdays. Contact 208-777-7325.
"Eight Pillars for Women/Unraveled" (for women) meets Tuesdays. Contact 208-777-7325, or Lori at 509-280-1369.
"Seven Pillars of Freedom" (for men) gathers every Tuesday, Thursday & Friday. Call 208-777-7325 for more info.

Overeaters Anonymous

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS

Various Locations/Times

For persons who feel they have a problem with food consumption
In-person groups meet to support each other with the goal of recovering from compulsive eating & food behaviors.
No membership fees - FREE
Wednesdays, 1:30 pm - Church of the Nazarene, Post Falls; 760-900-3044 (Pat)
Thursdays, 6 pm - House of Faith, CdA; 503-753-5982 (Shannon)
Saturdays, 8:30 am - Christ the King Lutheran Church, CdA; 206-730-0166 (Wayne)

No Longer Criminal - "Just Us"

KOOTENAI RECOVERY COMMUNITY CENTER

Amaris Behavioral Health Bldg.

120 E. Anton Ave., CdA

208-932-8005

FREE peer-led support group created to welcome & assist individuals with successful reintegration into the community after criminal justice system involvement
Tuesdays, 7 pm - "Just Us"
Call Josh, 208-932-8005 or email josh@kootenairecovery.org for more info
FREE programs/support groups include: Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, mental wellness, life skills classes
Offers food pantry, clothing, hygiene products, haircuts & more necessities
Serves (5) northern counties

Alzheimer's & Dementia

ALZHEIMER'S SUPPORT GROUPS

Various Locations/Times

800-272-3900 (24-hr helpline)

For caregivers, families & friends of those with Alzheimer's & related disorders
Talk through issues/ways of coping, share feelings, needs & concerns
Learn about community resources
Contact group facilitators for meeting info - FREE of charge
1st Wed, 3-4:30 pm, The Third Avenue Senior Cafe (formerly Post Falls Senior Center), 1215 E. 3rd Avenue - Michelle Larson, 208-666-2996 or mllarson@alz.org
2nd Wed, 2:30-4 pm, Kingston - Helen Taylor, 818-406-8856
3rd Thurs, 6-7:30 pm, Lake City Center, 1916 N. Lakewood Dr., CdA - Michelle Larson, 208-666-2996 or mllarson@alz.org
Every Friday, 1-3 pm, "Alzheimer's Weekly Activity Group" at New Vision Alternative School Gym, 201 W. Mullan Ave., Post Falls. More info - 208-666-2996 or email mllarson@alz.org
2nd Fri, 10-11:30 am, "Memory Cafe" at CdA Library, 702 E. Front Avenue. For those living with early-stage dementia & their caregivers. 208-666-2996 or email mllarson@alz.org

Parkinson's Disease & Women With Parkinson's

COEUR D'ALENE PARKINSON'S SUPPORT GROUPS

Elk's Lodge #1254

1170 W. Prairie Ave., Coeur d'Alene

208-635-5243

1st Thurs, 1-2:20 pm - CdA Parkinson's Support Group meets. Sessions are open to those with Parkinson's, their spouses, family & caregivers.
Every Thurs, noon-1 pm - "Moving to the Music" group meets. Exercise while socializing - have fun!
3rd Thurs, 1-2:30 pm - "Women With Parkinson's" meets at Mackenzie River Grill, 405 W. Canfield Ave., CdA
2nd, 3rd & 4th Wed, 11:30 am-12:15 pm, "Music & Wellness" taught by music therapist, Carla Carnegie. Rhythm instruments & singing helps to increase voice volume & clarity of speech. (No singing ability needed.)

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

NORTHWEST INFANT SURVIVAL & SIDS ALLIANCE

3649 N. Cederblom St., CdA

206-548-9290

Offering FREE emotional support for grieving parents, siblings & grandparents affected by pregnancy, infant or child loss
"Healing Together" program offers 24/7 phone support, social hours, support packets & special memorial events. More info HERE.
"Share Hope Memorial Garden" is located in CdA at the corner of 8th & Gilbert. More info HERE.
FREE classes offered by "Safe Start" include infant & child first aid/CPR, car seat inspections, & safe infant sleep education. More info HERE.
"As long as I live, as long as I breathe, with every beat of my heart, you will not be forgotten. This I promise you. --Angela Miller

Alcoholics Anonymous

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

North Idaho AA

118 N. 7th St., Ste. B-5, Coeur d'Alene

208-667-4633 (info & hotline)

Need help with a drinking problem?
"Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men & women who share their experience, strength & hope with each other that they may solve their common problem & help others to recover from alcoholism."
Available in Athol, Bayview, Blanchard, CdA, Hauser, Hayden, Osburn, Post Falls, Rathdrum, St. Maries, Spirit Lake, Wallace & Worley; or online
See meeting locations/times HERE
Meeting are open to all & FREE
See latest newsletters HERE
"It is time for us all to stand & cheer for the doer, the achiever - the one who recognizes the challenges & does something about it". --Vince Lombardi

"Evening of Hope"

NORTH IDAHO CANCER WARRIORS

Location TBA (previously Post Falls Library)

208-818-2266

Cancer support group founded & led by cancer survivor Jim Morrison
"Evening of Hope" is a monthly gathering of cancer survivors, warriors, caregivers & their friends/family
Special presentations by those affected by cancer; medical experts, authors
Open to the public & FREE

Epilepsy Support Group