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Coeur d'Alene Area Support Groups

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"God is our refuge & strength, an ever-present help in trouble." --Psalm 46:1

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Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

NORTHWEST INFANT SURVIVAL & SIDS ALLIANCE

1130 N. 4th St., CdA

208-557-4371

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

"Evening of Hope"

NORTH IDAHO CANCER WARRIORS

Post Falls Library

821 N. Spokane St., Post Falls

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
2nd Thurs, 6-8 pm - Post Falls Library
Open to the public & FREE

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

New Babies & Moms Support Groups

KOOTENAI HEALTH FAMILY BIRTH CENTER

2002 Kootenai Health Way, CdA

208-625-6806

Every Tues, 11 am-noon - "Mommy & Me Social Hour" is a nurturing environment for new mothers to socialize, share experiences, challenges & advice. By app't only; call 208-625-5091. More info HERE
Every Tues, 10-11 am - "Breastfeeding Support Group"
2nd Thurs, 6-8 pm (virtual) - "Baby Talk" (Caring for Your Newborn)
1st Wed, 6-8 pm (virtual) - "Breastfeeding Success"
Hosted by a Childbirth Educator, IBCLC Lactation Consultant, & Licensed Medical Social Worker
More info on KH's Family Birth Center & FREE support groups/classes for new parents HERE

Ostomy Support Group

KOOTENAI HEALTH

2003 Kootenai Health Way, CdA

208-625-6944

For those seeking support for ostomy & wound care
Contact Nancy Luckey or Stefanie Pettit for location/schedule
FREE support group

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, 2-3:30 pm, Post Falls - 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, CdA - Michelle Larson, 208-666-2996 or mllarson@alz.org

No Longer Criminal - "Just Us"

KOOTENAI RECOVERY COMMUNITY CENTER

1621 N. 3rd St., Ste 700, Coeur d'Alene

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

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 PREVENTION & LOSS 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 Survivors Support Group" helps survivors cope with grief
Provides a safe & caring environment for those trying to adjust to a world forever changed by a loved one's decision
Contact Karen Petit at 208-772-2353 or email jainsworth@phd1.idaho.gov
Details on SPAN (Suicide Prevention Action Network) programs HERE

Autism Support Groups

AUTISM SOCIETY NORTH IDAHO

Harding Family Center

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

208-664-4133

Mondays, 4:30-6:30 pm - "Tween Group" (ages 7-14) provides time for fun, snacks & friendships
Thursdays, 5:30-7:30 pm - "Parents' Support Group" (in-person & online)
Fridays, 5-7 pm - "Young Adults Group" (ages 18-mid 30s) provides connection, friendship & interaction with like-minded individuals that understand & relate
Serves the northern half of Idaho by providing connections, resources, education & enrichment opportunities
More info - call 208-664-4133 or email supportgroups@autismsocietynorthidaho.com

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

All Cancer Support Group

KOOTENAI HEALTH

Interlake Medical Bldg.

700 Ironwood Dr., CdA

208-625-4296

For people whose lives have been affected by cancer
Provided by Kootenai Health; call for schedule
All are welcome - FREE
Call 208-625-4938 for "Women's Cancer Wellness Support Group" (virtual)
More info HERE

Support for Victims of Abuse

SHOSHONE COUNTY CRISIS & RESOURCE CENTERS

415 7th St., Ste 1, Wallace

208-556-0500 (24-hour hotline)

105 N. Division St., Ste. 5, Pinehurst

208-682-3999

Two locations - Wallace & Pinehurst
Weekly support group for women provides a safe place to share experiences, offer encouragement & support, to help each other live safe, violent free lives
SCC&RC provides support for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking & other crimes
All services are FREE & confidential

Relativcs as Parents

RELATIVES AS PARENTS INC.

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

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.)

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

Substance Abuse

KOOTENAI RECOVERY COMMUNITY CENTER

1621 N. 3rd St., Suite 700, CdA