Support groups make life easier!
Coeur d'Alene Area Support Groups
DON'T HESITATE TO ASK FOR HELP.
"It's not whether you get knocked down; it's whether you get up." -- Vince Lombardi
idaho suicide survivors
1st Wednesday, 7-8:30 pm
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Mountain States Early Head Start Bldg., 411 N. 15th St., Ste. 200, CdA
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208-772-2353 (Karen)
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Helps survivors cope with grief.
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Provides a safe & caring environment for those trying to adjust to a world forever changed by a loved one's decision.
WOMEN'S CANCER WELLNESS
Mondays, noon-1 pm
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Kootenai Clinic Cancer Services, 1440 E. Mullan Ave., Post Falls
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208-625-4938 (Jessica)
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For women who have cancer or are cancer survivors.
cancer support services
Thursdays, 11 am-noon
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Interlake Medical Bldg., 700 Ironwood Dr., Coeur d'Alene. (Conference Room A is located above Interlake Pharmacy on 2nd floor.)
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208-625-4713 or 208-625-4711
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For people whose lives have been affected by cancer.
pregnancy & infant loss
Last Wednesday, 6-7:30 pm
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"Deep Waters Bereavement "
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Support group meets at Hayden Yoga & Massage, 9751 N. Gov't Way, Ste. 4, Hayden
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425-306-7767
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Group offers support, resources & acceptance with open arms to all who need it.
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No childcare is provided.
"Memory cafe"
2nd & 4th Mondays, 1-2:30 pm
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Kroc Center Cafe, 1765 W. Golf Course Rd., Coeur d'Alene
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208-666-2996
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Although not a support group, "Memory Cafe" provides a chance for people with memory loss & their caregivers to interact & socialize.
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Open to all stages of dementia.
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Offers companionship, great food & fun. There is no cost, except for items ordered.
women with parkinson's
3rd Friday, 1 pm
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Affinity Apartments, 3594 N. Cederblom St., Coeur d'Alene
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208-683-8282
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A casual get-together for women with Parkinson's & their caregivers.
al-anon & alateen
Various times/locations
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208-676-0549 or 1-877-625-2666
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Offering hope & help for families & friends of alcoholics.
"mommy & me"
social hour
2nd & 4th Fridays, 10-11 am
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Kootenai Clinic, 1919 Lincoln Way (2nd floor classroom), Coeur d'Alene
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208-625-5086
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A nurturing environment for new mothers & their infants. Share experiences, challenges & advice.
diabetes - type i
2nd Wednesday, 6 pm
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Kootenai Health, 2003 Kootenai Health Way, Coeur d'Alene
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208-625-5000
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For those managing Type i diabetes.
stroke support
2nd Wednesday, 1:30-2:30 pm
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Rehabilitation Hospital of the NW, 3372 E. Jenalan, Post Falls
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208-262-8700
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For patients, caregivers, families & friends.
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Monthly topics rotate. Focus on life afteer stroke, education & prevention.
PULMONARY
Varies
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Kootenai Health, 2003 Kootenai Health Way, Coeur d'Alene (Heart Center classroom)
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208-625-4691
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Gathering for education & support to help improve quality of life.
alcoholics anonymous
Various times/locations
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208-667-4633 or 1-866-884-4765
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Alcoholics Anonymous Central Office, 118 N. 7th St., Coeur d'Alene
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Meetings are held in these North Idaho locations: Athol, Bayview, Blanchard, CdA, Fernwood, Hauser Lake, Hayden, Kellogg, Osburn, Plummer, Post Falls, Rathdrum, St. Maries & Spirit Lake.
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Need help with a drinking problem?
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"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
"mended hearts"
3rd Thursday, 2:30-4 pm
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Kootenai Health, 2003 Kootenai Health Way, Coeur d'Alene (3rd floor classroom of Heart Center)
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208-625-4690
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For those interested in learning more about cardiac or pulmonary disease.
narcotics anonymous
Various Times/Locations
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1-888-624-3577
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Mission is to provide 100% FREE help for addiction.
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Program emphasizes complete abstinence from all drugs.
ostomy
3rd Thursday, 6:30-9:30 pm
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Kootenai Health, 2003 Kootenai Health Way, Coeur d'Alene
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208-625-6944 (Shari)
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For those seeking support for ostomy & wound care.
2nd Tuesday, 6:30 pm
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Inland Northwest SIDS/SUID Foundation, 1130 N. 4th St., CdA
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208-557-4371
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Open to any or all (adult) family members - moms, dads, grandparents, aunts & uncles FREE of charge.
sudden infant death
1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 6-8 pm
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Harding Family Center, 411 N. 15th St., Coeur d'Alene
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208-664-4133 (Melaine)
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A chance for parents of children with autism of any age to connect with each other & learn more about autism & the complex journey.
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"Tween Social Group" for ages 8-12 is held on Wednesdays, 3:45-5:15 pm. Time for fun, snacks & friends.
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More socialization times are specific for tweens, teens, young adults, adults & adult Asperger's therapeutic group. See schedules on website.
autism
3rd Tuesday, 5:30-7:30 pm
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Garden Plaza of Post Falls, 545 N. Garden Plaza, Post Falls
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509-725-1002 (Nathan)
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Gatherings often have educational presentations & resources beneficial to those living with the disease.
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Connect with those living with ALS, their caregivers, families, friends & loved ones.
als disease
Various groups/times
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Hospice of North Idaho, 2290 W. Prairie Ave., Coeur d'Alene
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208-772-7994
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"Journey Through Grief Adult Group", 6-week series
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"Child Loss", 3rd Th, 5-6 pm
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"Parent Loss", 1st Th, 5:30-6:30 pm
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"Spouse Loss", 1st T, 4-5 pm
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"Kids in Grief", 6-week series
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"Teens in Grief", 6-week series
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"Camp Kaniksu", for kids ages 6-17
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"Women's Group", 4th T, 10:30-11:30
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"Men's Lunch", 3rd T, 11:30-12:30
hospice grief groups
Various times/locations
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Kootenai Health, 2003 Kootenai Health Way, Heart Center Classroom, 3rd Floor, CdA; 3rd Saturday 1:30-3:30 pm
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208-772-2542 or 208-660-2030
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Support, education & hope in a compassionate & safe environment.
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Lake City Center, 1916 Lakewood Dr., CdA; 2nd Monday, 6-7:30 pm
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208-661-9943 or 208-666-2966
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For caregivers, families & friends of Alzheimer's & related disorders.
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Renaissance Assisted Living, 2772 W. Avante Loop, CdA; 3rd Thursday, 5:30-6:30 pm
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208-686-2961
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Open to all who are affected by someone living with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia.
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St. George Parish Hall, 2004 N. Lucas St., Post Falls; 1st Wednesday, 2-3:30 pm
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208-699-6060 or 970-978-8471
alzheimer's & dementia
1st Thursday, 6-7:30 pm
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Calypso's Coffee, 116 E. Lakeside Ave., Coeur d'Alene
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Smaller group gathers to discuss personal issues, cancer topics, etc.
2nd Thursday, 6-8 pm
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Post Falls Library, 821 N. Spokane St., Post Falls
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208-818-2266 (Jim Morrison)
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"Evening of Hope" is an educational event featuring monthly expert speakers on cancer-related topics.
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Find on Facebook HERE.
"cancer warriors"
Various times/locations
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Call 208-818-4242 for "face-to-face" meetings.
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Compulsive eating includes overeating, binge eating, anorexia, bulimia & other food-related compulsive disorders.
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This is a FREE 12-step program for men & women w/no dues or fees.
compulsive eaters anonymous
Various times/locations
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Kootenai Health, 2003 Kootenai Health Way, CdA (MRI conference room); 6:30 pm on T
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208-771-0543
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Church of the Nazarene, 308 W. 12th Ave., Post Falls; 1:30 pm on W
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208-818-7530 (Nancy)
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St. Pius X Catholic Church, 625 E. Haycraft, CdA; 6:30 pm on Th
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208-819-1828 (Mollie)
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Kootenai Health; 8:30 am on Sat
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208-701-2584 (Wayne)
overeaters anonymous
Thursdays, 10:30 am-12:30 pm
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Inland Mama, Spokane River Midwives Birth Center, 615 E. 6th St., Ste. A, Post Falls
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208-718-2678
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Support group for mothers; a safe place to share challenges & joys of raising babies.
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Tea provided FREE of charge.
mothers' tea time
Wednesdays, 7-8:30 pm
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Kootenai Health, 2003 Kootenai Health Way, Coeur d'Alene. (Enter bldg on north side; look for classroom signs).
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208-691-9674 (Bonnie)
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FREE education & support for those whose lives are affected by bipolar mood disorder or depression.
mental health
3rd Tuesday, 1-3 pm
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Lake City Center, 1916 Lakewood Dr., Coeur d'Alene
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208-262-9249
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People affected by MS, helping each other. Find support, share & learn through interactive discussions, videos & speakers. New members welcome!
multiple sclerosis
1st Friday, 1-2:30 pm
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Lake City Center, 1916 Lakewood Dr., Coeur d'Alene
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208-635-5243
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For people with Parkinson's, their spouses, family & caregivers.
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"Sing for Wellness & Joy", taught by a music therapist, is a separate event.
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