Support Groups

Touched By Suicide Support Group

First Baptist Church

125 E State St
Mason City, Iowa, 50401
United States of America

Our facilitator is a peer who has attended AFSP's Facilitating a Suicide Bereavement Support Group training.

We are currently accepting new loss survivors.

Additional information

The group meets continuously throughout the year. Meetings are held monthly on the third Thursday of the month from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Open to everyone.

Room is upstairs to the left.

Have questions? Reach out

Wendy Martinez
touchedbysuicidemasoncity@gmail.com
641.420.0049

Suicide Loss Grief Support Group (Teen & Adult Tracks)

Hosted or sponsored by The Collective for Hope/Grief's Journey

Nationwide Online Group (U.S.)

Online groups accept loss survivors from all locations.

Our facilitator is a peer & mental health professional.

Charlie Health Suicide Support Group

Hosted or sponsored by Charlie Health

Nationwide Online Group (U.S.)

Online groups accept loss survivors from all locations.

Our facilitator is a mental health professional.

We are currently accepting new loss survivors.

Additional information

Every 1st and 3d Friday of the month at 12 PM Mountain Time

Join Charlie Health's Clinical Director Ann Matino and a community of those affected by the loss of a loved one to suicide. This is a space to share stories, build community, and gain support across a virtual and healing space. Free and open to anyone!

Have questions? Reach out

Maren Stubenvoll
maren@charliehealth.com
406-624-8059

Farm Suicide Loss Bereavement Support Group

Hosted or sponsored by Eyes on the Horizon Consulting, LLC

Nationwide Online Group (U.S.)

Online groups accept loss survivors from all locations.

Our facilitator is a mental health professional.

We are currently accepting new loss survivors.

Additional information

Our group meets every 3rd Monday from 8-9:30 pm.

This group is for farm connected individuals who have lost a loved one to suicide.

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpcOCuqzsqGdH9TbGemYTyBOZoPptkT-SQ

Have questions? Reach out

Monica Marie McConkey
monicamariekm@yahoo.com
218-280-7785

Finding Your Way Through The Wilderness of Grief: Virtual Support Group for Mothers Who Have Lost a Child to Suicide

Hosted or sponsored by EricsHouse

Nationwide Online Group (U.S.)

Online groups accept loss survivors from all locations.

Our facilitator is a peer.

We are currently accepting new loss survivors.

Additional information

This support group meets via Zoom biweekly on Tuesday at 5:00 PM MST. Sessions begin on July 19 and end on November 18.

This group is for mothers who lost a child to suicide. All of the participants are working through a complicated set of emotions. Our groups provide a safe, intimate place to talk about your feelings and honor your loved one who passed. It is a small, closed group.

PRE-REGISTRATION is required! To see if this is the right group for you please contact Marianne. After confirming you would like to join our group you will receive a private direct scheduling link via email which will ask for some of your information. You will then register and receive the reminders & zoom links for each session via email. We will also mail you a copy of The Wilderness of Suicide Grief – Finding Your Way by Dr. Alan Wolfelt Ph.D. and a journal.

We charge 45.00 to cover the cost of attendance.

Have questions? Reach out

Madison Shirley
madison@ericshouse.org
855-894-5658

We are currently accepting new loss survivors.

Additional information

This groups meets online the 4th Wednesday of every month, from 6:30-8pm CST.

We have two support groups meeting concurrently -- one for adults and one for teens. The groups are open to any teen or adult grieving someone important to them. Teens and adults discuss in separate groups. Whether you have lost a family member, friend, or coworker, and regardless of how much time has passed since their death by suicide, you are welcome to attend this group.

Once registered, support group participants will receive a private, secure link to the online session.

Have questions? Reach out

Rebecca Nichols
slsgroup@thecollectiveforhope.org

Sandy Lemen
slemen@thecollectiveforhope.org
402-502-2773

Autism Society of Minnesota Support Groups

AuSM in-person support groups have been postponed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While we are observing COVID-19 restrictions, AuSM is offering four virtual support groups through Zoom. Please contact info@ausm.org to receive the Zoom link for the online support group(s) in which you would like to participate.

Women’s Support Group

Women with Autism Spectrum Disorder gather to discuss challenges, strategies, and topics unique to being a woman on the spectrum.

Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
2022 Dates: Jan. 6, Feb. 3, March 3, Apr. 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, Aug. 4, Sep. 1, Oct. 6, Nov. 3, Dec. 1

LGBTQIA Support Group

Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder who identify as LGBTQIA gather to discuss topics related to the intersection of autism and gender/sexuality.

Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
2022 Dates: Jan. 13, Feb. 10, March 10, Apr. 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, Aug. 11, Sep. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 8

Family Members of Adults on the Spectrum Support Group

Parents, caregivers, and other family members of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (18+) gather to discuss challenges, triumphs, and strategies for support.

Time: 7-8:30 p.m.
2022 Dates: Jan. 20, Feb. 17, Mar. 17, Apr. 21, May 19, Jun. 16, Jul. 21, Aug. 18, Sep. 15, Oct. 20, Nov. 17

Caregiver Support Groups

Memory Loss Discussion Group

Second Thursday, 10:00–11:30 a.m. | Caregiver support group for people caring for someone with dementia. In-person group—social distance guidelines in place.

Parkinson's Caregiver Support Group

Fourth Tuesday, 2:30–3:45 p.m. | Caregiver support for people caring for someone with Parkinson’s disease or other neurodegenerative disorders. On-site respite available for a fee. In-person and virtual options available—please connect with us for the link

Adult Children Caregiver Support Group

Third Wednesday, 6:00–7:30 p.m. | Caregiver support group for anyone caring for a parent, grandparent or other parental figure with any condition. Meets virtually—please connect with us for the link.

Caregiver Coffee Hour

First Friday, 9:00–10:30 a.m. | Have a cup of coffee and a treat while chatting with other caregivers. Caregivers are welcome to drop in anytime during the coffee hour. In-person group—social distance guidelines in place.

Call (651) 280-CARE (2273) or email caregiving@wilder.org for more information or to RSVP for a caregiver support group.

Support groups and gatherings are being held online or in-person at the Wilder Center with COVID-19 safety measures:

451 Lexington Parkway N.
Saint Paul, MN 55104

NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP

On-Line Family Support Groups A peer-led support group for families and friends of persons living with a mental illness.

1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month 6:30pm to 8:00pm

Zoom Registration Link You will get a link to join the group and password via your email after you register.

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/v5ArcuigrD4v3FNviVAHkhsGupJwVZ2xfg

Austin, MN

Faith Evangelical Free Church group

1800 12th St. SW, Austin, MN 55912
Donald Davidson, leader 507-438-0182

or call the church 507-437-1000

Tuesdays at 6:00 pm

Cost of $20

*the groups occur in sessions so call before going

Compassionate Friends - supportive atmosphere for those grieving the death of a child Meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7pm Bethlehem Free Methodist church 507-433-3705.

Worlein Funeral Home - facilitates a grief group every winter and summer

Phone: 507-434-1415

1801 4^th St NW, Austin, MN, 55912

Mayo Hospice in Austin and Albert Lea does offer some grief support, for more detailed information call 507-377-6393 in Albert Lea or (507) 433-7351.

Women of Hope – This is a group of women in the community who have lost a spouse. On hold for the winter, however Joyce has said she is available should someone want to contact her. Joyce Jennings 816-769-6601.

Parenting Support contact Parenting Resource Center in Austin at (507) 437-8330

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:00pm

Individual Parent Education

Sessions are available to any parent and/or guardian. Sessions are an hour in length meeting once a week, over a period of 6 to 8 sessions. Sessions are scheduled on the availability of the parent educator and the parent or guardian. These sessions include topics of parent education identified by the referring agency (if applicable) and the need and want of the parent. A sliding fee scale is available based on gross income and circumstance. Sessions are held in person in our office as well as via Zoom.

Group Parenting Education

Sessions, emphasizing safe discipline methods, are taught by professional parent educators for parents challenged by multiple risk factors. Parenting classes are incorporated into Parents Forever divorce education, Fountain Centers Albert Lea Campus, and local county detention centers including Freeborn, Mower, Steele, Good Hue, Rice, and Wabasha County.

Parent2Parent

is a peer support program, coordinated through the Parent WarmLine toll-free telephone service. This service matches you with parents that have “been there”, and aims to assist you in such areas of teenage pregnancy, ADHD, mental health and others. Contact Parent2Parent at (507) 440-4164.

AUSTIN CONGREGATIONAL UCC AND SPIRITUALITY CENTER

1910 3rd Ave NW, Austin MN 55912 USA | +1.507.433.2301

Monthly 2nd and 4th Tuesdays

FOR THOSE LIVING WITH CANCER AND THOSE WHO LOVE THEM

Time 6:30-7:30 pm

Location First Congregational Church, 1910 3rd Ave NW, Austin, MN 55912 Map

Details Recently a friend told Pastor Shari there was not a support group in the Austin, Minnesota, area for people with cancer like him. After investigating the situation, they became determined to create a support group immediately in Austin. Calls to the American Cancer Society provided information to help form the group. Just a few weeks later Austin has a cancer support group. Everyone is invited to participate! Please tell your friends, neighbors and loved ones about this ecumenical program.

Purpose

Encouragement
Companionship
Resource Sharing

Albert Lea, MN

Crossroads Church group

3402 Hoeger Lane, Albert Lea, MN 56007

Brenda Koch, Facilitator
507-383-5413

Saturdays at 9:00 am

Mayo Clinic Hospice of Albert Lea

Call to find out services and they offer a grief support group several times per year

Call 507-377-6393

Bonnerup Funeral Service – Albert Lea

2210 East Main Street, Albert Lea, MN, 55060

Phone: 507 373 2461

Contact Grief Care Coordinator

Albert Lea Connections NAMI

A peer-led support group for adults who have a mental illness.

Wednesdays, 5:00pm-6:30 PM

2610 YH Hanson Albert Lea, MN 56007

Call Sara at 507-377-5483

Alzheimer’s Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Alzheimer’s Dementia Caregiver Support Group

The Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregivers Support Group is designed to provide educational, emotional & social assistance for caregivers with the support group meetings. The Support group encourages caregivers to maintain their own individual, physical and emotional health, as well as ideas on caring for the person with dementia.

Caregiver support group is the 1st Tuesday of every month. 5:00 to 6:00 pm @ The Cedars Community Room. Our greeters will be at both entrances to guide you.

Support Group Facilitator Cathy Ehley can be reached at 507-437-3246

Owatonna, MN

Allina Health Hospice

Offers grief support to patients' families and friends for 13 months following the death. Grief support includes individual counseling by experienced grief counselors, referrals to groups and other mental health providers, book recommendations, and supportive and educational mailings. Anyone may contact our Grief Resources line for more information or resources at 651-628-1752 or AHCSGriefResources@Allina.com.

Cornerstone Evangelical Free Church

1500 18th Street SE, Owatonna, MN

507-446-5850

Trinity Lutheran Church

609 Lincoln Avenue
Owatonna MN 55060
507.451.4520

3^rd Monday of every month

No sign up is necessary, just come.
Questions: Pastor Amanda, amandaf@tlcowatonna.org

Roseville, MN

She Climbs Mountains

She Climbs Mountains is a non-profit organization based in the Twin Cities serving adult women and girls ages 8-18 (Girls Rise Up) who have experienced mother loss through death at any age. Through workshops, informal gatherings, and formal events for women, and a mentor program in partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities and social gatherings for girls, the organization is committed to encouraging adult and youth daughters to explore the myriad of emotions and experiences that accompany the loss of a mother.

(612) 382-2771

Online Grief Resources

https://webhealing.com/ the first interactive grief website on the internet, offers discussion boards, articles, book suggestions, and advice for men and women working through every aspect of grief.

https://shop.willowgreen.com/ Willowgreen offers support and information for those dealing with life transition & aging, illness & caregiving, loss & grief, and hope & spiritu ality.

https://www.nhpco.org/ The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization’s website provides a host of information and resources for people facing a life-limiting illness or injury and their caregivers.

https://www.griefshare.org/s?center=%2843.6372455%2C-92.97755579999999%29&date_range=&day=&distance=&location_type=&query=55912&sort_by=&type= website that can help find different types of grief support meetings in your area.

https://icwb.com/grief-center Grief Center is an Internet community of persons dealing with grief, death, and major loss. There are e-mail support groups and other web sites. Our integrated approach to on-line grief support provides help to people working through loss and grief issues of many kinds.

https://www.compassionatefriends.org/ The Compassionate Friends provides highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or a daughter, a brother or a sister, or a grandchild, and helps others better assist the grieving family.

https://afsp.org/ Support for suicide survivors.