Alcoholics Anonymous, ALANON, Adult Children of Alcoholics
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(352) 867-0660, 800-252-6465 |
| Hours: |
24-hour phone coverage |
| Services: |
Meeting times vary. Call 867-0660 or 800-252-6465 for times. |
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AA is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. They can also provide information on ALANON, ALATEEN and ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics). ALANON groups for friends and family members of someone with alcoholism. Groups for adults and teens. |
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Alzheimers Association of North Central Florida
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(352) 372-6266, 800-272-3900 |
| Address: |
2411 N.W. 41st Street, #A, Gainesville, FL 32606 |
| email: |
info@alzflorida.org |
| Website: |
www.alzflorida.org |
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Provides education and support for anyone wanting to know more about Alzheimer's Disease. Provides community support groups and safe return programs for those who may become lost. Numerous meeting locations in Marion County. Call for dates/times. |
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American Cancer Society Support Groups
| Phone: |
(352) 629-4727 |
| Address: |
2100 S.E. 17th Street, #10, Ocala, FL 34471 |
| Office Hours: |
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Website: |
www.cancer.org |
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Support groups include Breast Cancer Support Groups, Look Good Feel Better program for patients in chemotherapy or radiation therapy to provide make-up, wigs and education, Man to Man Prostate Support Group, Nu-Voice Club for laryngetctomy patients and families, Ostomy Chapter, Reach to Recovery support from volunteers for mastectomy/lumpectomy patients, given in the hospital after surgery or at their surgeon's office post-surgery. Call (352) 629-5107 for dates and times. |
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Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery Support Group
| Phone: |
Health Resource Line 352-667-8181 or (352) 671-2099 |
| Address: |
Munroe Regional Medical Center, 1500 S.W. 1st Avenue, 6 South Conference Room |
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Every Third Wednesday of the month from 6:30pm – 8:00pm |
| Website: |
www.munroeregional.com |
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Attend this free group if you have had or are interested in Weight Loss Surgery including Gastric Bypass, Lap-Band, or any other form of bariatric surgery | | Preparation for surgery, Nursing care before and after surgery, Achieving pain control after surgery, Preventing complications, What to expect upon discharge, Feedback and experiences from peers, Emotional support, Post surgery exercise support |
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Bereaved Parents of the USA
| Phone: |
(352) 854-1275 |
| Address: |
3921 S.W. 5th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471 |
| email: |
chapterleader@bpmarion.org |
| Address: |
3921 S.W. 5th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471 |
| Website: |
www.bpmarion.org |
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Meeting held 3rd Thursday of the month, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Bereaved Parents of the USA Marion Chapter is a support group for parents, grandparents and siblings of a deceased child, regardless of the child's age or cause of death. Meets at the First United Methodist Church, 1126 E. Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL. No fee. No meeting in July and December. |
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Brain Injury Support Group
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(352) 653-8162 or (352) 622-2900 |
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At Eagle Medical Management, 1519 N.E. 22nd Avenue, Ocala, FL 34470, 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
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Compassionate Friends Bereavement Group
| Phone: |
(352) 369-6665 |
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At Blessed Trinity Catholic Church Elder Care Building, 5 S.E. 17th Street, Ocala, FL 34471, 1st Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. |
| email: |
bnonobed@aol.com |
| Website: |
www.CompassionateFriends.org |
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Whether your family has had a child die (at any age from any cause) or you are trying to help those who have gone through this life altering experience, the Compassionate Friends exists to provide friendship, understanding and hope to those going through the natural grieving process. |
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Diabetes Education & Support Group
| Phone: |
(352) 867-8181 or (352) 620-8600 |
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At Munroe Regional Medical Center, 1500 S.W. 1st Avenue, 6th South Floor Conference Room, Ocala, FL 34471, 1st Wednesday of the month, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
| email: |
healthresourceline@mrhs.org |
| Website: |
www.MunroeRegional.com |
| Services: |
Monthly education and support group for those with diabetes, family and friend. Space is limited. Please call for reservations. |
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Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Support Group
| Phone: |
(352) 622-8495 |
| Hours: |
Call for times and locations. |
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Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Support Groups are therapeutic groups for women and children who have been the victims of domestic violence. Separate groups for children. An intake interview is required before beginning the group. |
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Florida Center for the Blind Support Group
| Phone: |
(352) 873-4700 |
| Address: |
7634 S.W. 60th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34476 |
| Website: |
www.FLBlind.org |
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Support group for the blind, visually impaired, family and educators. No fees. Call for meeting dates and times. |
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Gamblers Anonymous
| Phone: |
800-397-9843 |
| email: |
isomain@gamblersanonymous.org |
| Website: |
www.GamblersAnonymous.org |
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Gamblers Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from a gambling problem. Gam-Anon for spouses meets at the same time but in a separate room. No fees. Group meets on:
- Ocala, Fridays, 7:00 p.m. at Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 6455 S.W. State Road 200, Ocala, (352) 854-2181.
- Gainesville, Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. at The Triangle Club in the Tranquility Room, 1005 S.E. 4th Avenue, Gainesville.
- Summerfield, Mondays, 6:00 p.m. at the Victory Baptist Church, 6185 S.E. 140th Street, Summerfield.
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Helping Hands Parent Support Group
| Phone: |
(352) 624-1360 |
| Address: |
2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd, Conference Room A, Ocala, FL 34471 |
| Website: |
www.fndfl.org |
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Meetings held last Wednesday of the month, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m, at the Ocala Public Library. A support group for parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Parents of all special needs children are welcome. |
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Hospice of Marion County, Inc.
| Phone: |
(352) 873-7400 |
| Address: |
3231 S.W. 34th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34474 |
| Website: |
www.hospiceofmarion.com |
| Hours: |
Services provided 24 hours a day. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
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Friends in Grief is a 6 week bereavement class/group for anyone who has lost a loved one. Open to all, not just Hospice patients and families. Call (352) 873-7456 for meeting times and further information. |
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La Leche League of Marion County
| Phone: |
(352) 629-1945 |
| Address: |
Meets at Main Branch of the Ocala Public Library, Room B, 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470 |
| Hours: |
Meets the 1st Saturday of every month at 11:00 a.m. Babies are welcome! |
| Website: |
www.LaLecheLeague.org |
| Services: |
La Leche League is an international, non-profit organization dedicated to providing education, information, support and encouragement to women who want to breastfeed. La Leche League leaders are experienced mothers who have breastfed their own baby and have been trained and accredited by LLL to help mothers and mothers-to-be with all aspects of breastfeeding. They are available by phone whenever you have breastfeeding questions or concerns. |
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