Support Groups in the Area

Support for those with Addictions

Alcoholics Anonymous

Tuesday and Thursday evenings

A fellowship of men and women who share their experiences, strength and hope with each other that they might solve their common problem and help others to recover from Alcoholism.

For more information please contact Cecilia Jones in the Parish Office at 972-596-5505 x4222 or Jim Butterly at 469-222-1667.
 

New AA Group in Allen

Meets Daily, Monday - Friday, at Noon
In the Raceway Professional Bldg.
300 W Boyd, Suite C, Allen, TX 75013

These are Open meetings - anyone interested in Alcoholism recovery and support, friends/family are invited to attend.  The Raceway Professional Bldg.  is adjacent to Dayrise Recovery (on the backside of the office complex, facing Butler St.) and across from the Allen Library.
 
For more information please contact Sandy Wooldridge at 972-469-9911 or
Email Address: sandyw@dayriserecovery.com

Twelve-Step Recovery Bible Study

The Twelve-Step Recovery Bible Study is a study of he Twelve Steps as developed for Alcoholics Anonymous.  The AA Steps recognize a Higher Power, to be understood in accordance with one's faith or beliefs. In the Twelve-Step Recovery Bible Study, the Higher Power is identified as Jesus Christ and each step is studied in the light of Jesus's teaching as recorded in the New Testament of the Bible.  The book to be used is Serenity, a Companion for Twelve Step Recovery by Dr. Robert Hemfelt and Dr. Richard Fowler.  The study invites all persons affected by any type of addiction - alcohol, drugs, food, money, smoking, etc., as well as persons whose loved ones are affected.  Time and frequency of the meetings are determined by participants.  Location will be in one of the available parish meeting rooms but is not published for reasons of confidentiality for the participants.  For more information please contact Maria Kamerbeek at 972-618-4495 or by email at mar.kam3@verizon.net.




Support for Families of Those with Alzheimer's Disease


Trailblazers

The Alzheimer's Association has many resources for both the caregiver and their carereceiver.  Trailblazers is a weekly support group where both the caregiver and receiver attend in a friendly environment to provide emotiona., educational and social support for those suffering from the early stages of the disease.  Participants develop methods and skills to solve problems and have structured speakers. 
 
New Trailblazers groups form as needed.
You must have a diagnosis of the disease. 
 
For more information please contact Cecilia Jones in the parish office at 972-596-5505 x4222 or by email at cjones@eseton.org





Respite Program for Families of Those with Alzheimer's Disease

Custer Road United Methodist Church
9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursdays
Weekly fee: $10

Custer Road United Methodist Church is proud to announce the September 17 opening of a faith-based respite program for families of those with Alzheimer’s Disease or related dementia. Treasured Times participants take part in captivating activities such as music, exercise, arts and crafts and reminiscing projects.

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Please contact Barbara Hutson at trhutson@sbcglobal.net or call 214-213-1934 for more information.

 


 
 The Chronic Pain Support Group

 The Chronic Pain Support Group

Meets the 2nd Monday of the Month
at 11:00 a.m. at the Medical Center of Plano
In the Private Dining Room

For more information call the facilitator, Dr. David Hanks at 972-596-5960.

 

 
Cancer Support Groups

Breast Cancer Support Group
Meets the 3rd Monday of the Month
at 7:00 p.m. at Plano Medical Center Surgical Center

Anyone who has breast cancer, is undergoing treatment, needs to share their feelings and
anxieties or is a breast cancer survivor is invited to join the group at any time.

For more information please call 214-473-7777


Young Women Matter

Meets the 3rd Monday of the Month
at 7:00 p.m. at Plano Medical Center Surgical Center

A cancer support group for young women diagnosed with cancer. 
This group discusses the unique challenges facing this younger population. 

For more information please call 214-473-7777 at Plano Medical Center.


Cleaning for a Reason 

If you know of any woman currently undergoing Chemotherapy, please pass the word to her that there is a cleaning service that provides FREE housecleaning – 1 time per month for 4 months while she is in treatment.  All she has to do is sign up and have her doctor fax a note confirming the treatment.  Cleaning for a Reason will have a participating maid service in her zip code area arrange for the service. Go to www.cleaningforareason.org for more information or to sign up.



Man to Man Support Group

Meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month
7:00 p.m. at Plano Medical Center
DOB 2, Surgery Center of Plano Waiting Room

Anyone who is dealing with prostate cancer is welcome to join this support group.

Please call 214-473-7777 for more information.

 


Cargiver Support Group

Caring for Ourselves

Is a support group for family and friends caring for a loved one.
Meeting times and location changes.
Please contact Linda Kahn for more information at 214-473-7717.

 


 
Diabetes Support Group

"Sweet N' Sensible"
 Meets the 3rd Monday of the Month
7:00 p.m.
at Plano Medical Center

Come learn how to control your diabetes, share experiences
and get your questions answered.

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Call Wilma for more information at 972-519-1207

 



Grief Support Groups

Healing Matters II
Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each Month at 7:00 p.m.
Second Floor Classrooms at the Medical Center of Plano
This is a support group for anyone who has lost a loved one.

Widow/Widowers Group
Meets the 4th Tuesday of each Month at 7:30 p.m.
Classrooms I & II at the Medical Center of Plano

For more information please call Ginny Robinson at 972-519-1588.
There is no fee for the support groups; all are welcome.


Job Networking Support


Catholic Professional Network
A Job Networking Support Group and Area Business Promotion

Randy's Steakhouse,
Main Street Frisco
5100 West Plano Parkway, Plano

Catholic, Professionals of Collin County, Denton County and North Texas, Networking together, giving our time and sharing our talents to build fellowship within our parish family and provide support and tools to better promote our businesses as a community. We are All Called To Share (ACTS) and give Thanks as God has intended.


For more information email Elaine Smith at thenetworksfoa@gmail.com or
go to http://groups.google.com/group/CPNetwork


Rachel's Vineyard™ Retreats

Rachel's Vineyard™ is an opportunity for any person who struggles with the pain of abortion.  The weekend is a unique and effective process designed specifically to hep you experience the mercy and compassion of God. 

For more information and to register, call
the Abortion AfterCare-Healing helpline, 214-544-CARE (2273),
or e-mail healing@racheldallas.org. 

You may also visit the website racheldallas.org.

All inquiries are kept strictly confidential.

 


Texas Health and Human Services Commission

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has a website that can help with questions on Medicaid, Food Stamps, Temporary Assistance, Children's Health and Nursing Home care and other services for the elderly and disabled.  Check out their website at www.yourtexasbenefits.com or you can call them toll free at 800-243-1078.

 

 

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