Lake County Support Groups AIDS CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF ST. PAUL CHURCH LEESBURG AIDS Ministry PHONE: 352-787-6354 1330 Sunshine Ave. LEESBURG, FL 34748 WEB: http://ccstpaul.com/news/32/19/AIDS-Ministry/d,Ministries Detail/ SERVICES: Provides educational programs upon request and referral services for those in need of medical, financial, spiritual, and supportive services. Through this ministry, support groups are available for people infected with HIV and for parents of persons living with AIDS or who have died from the disease. AGE GROUPS: All FAX: 352-787-5971 HOURS: Varied FEES: None LANGUAGES: English ALZHEIMERS Alzheimer’s Family Organization Support Group Bridgewater at Waterman Village 500 Waterman Ave., Mount Dora, FL 32757 Time: 3rd Wed - 1:30 – 4 p.m. Contact: Alan Jones, Chaplain Phone: 352-383-0051, ext. 285 FREE RESPITE CARE PROVIDED DURING MEETING Cooper Memorial Library 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive, Room 108-B, Clermont, FL 34711 Time: Third Thursday of the month at 2 p.m. Contact: Deborah Snow, 352-406-8465 or Carol McCarthy, 352-454-8303 Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregiver Support Group First Baptist Church Umatilla, Adult Annex 550 Hatfield Drive, Umatilla, FL 32784 Time: One Thursday a month at 10 a.m. Please call for further information. Contact: Vicki Rogers Phone: 352-669-3622 Email: vickirogers@embarqmail.com Avante at Leesburg Nursing & Rehab Center 2000 Edgewood Avenue, Leesburg, FL 34748 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1:00 PM Leader: Doreen Watson-Beard (352) 217-6476 RSVP FOR FREE RESPITE CARE PROVIDED DURING MEETING Chapel of Christian Faith 1401 Paradise Drive, Lady Lake, FL 32159 3rd Thursday of the month at 10:00 AM Leader: Martha Hyatt (352) 748-7633 Home Companions Senior Care 2785 S. Bay Street, Suite D, Eustis, FL 32726 4th Tuesday of the month at 2:30PM PM Co-Leaders: Kellie Keith (352) 483-3086 Lake County Support Groups Jenny Vibert Interim Health Care 9738 US Highway 441, Suite 103, Leesburg, FL 34788 4th Tuesday of the month at 1:00 PM Leader: Sheryl Root (352) 326-0400 Lake Harris Healthcare Lake Port Square - Lakeside West Building 821 Lake Port Blvd., Leesburg, FL 34748 2nd Friday of the month at 2:00 PM Leader: Chrystie Brooks (352) 728-8529 FREE RESPITE CARE PROVIDED DURING MEETING North Campus Rehab and Nursing Center 700 N. Palmetto Street, Leesburg, FL 34748 2nd Wednesday of the month at 2:00 PM Leader: Cheryl Fletcher (352) 409-5360 North Lake Presbyterian Church Early Stage Group (For Early Stage Patients) Fellowship Center Room 2 975 Rolling Acres Road, Lady Lake, FL 32159 3rd Thursday of the month at 1:00 PM Co-Leaders: Cheryl Courtright (352) 552-4708 Carol McCarthy (352) 454-8303 North Lake Presbyterian Church 975 Rolling Acres Road, Lady Lake, FL 32159 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:00 PM Co-Leaders: Jackie Preston (352) 259-0937 (1st Wednesday) Louise Shuey (352) 753-8262 (1st and 3rd Wednesday) Don Dati (352) 259-5363 (3rd Wednesday) Osprey Lodge Assisted Living & Memory 1761 Nightingale Lane., Tavares, FL 32778 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 1:30 PM Leader: Rick Wiggins (352) 636-8517 Somerset Assisted Living Facility 2450 Dora Avenue, Tavares, FL 32778 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at 2:00 PM Co-Leaders: Betty Lee (352) 638-5394 Toni O'Donnell (352) 343-6483 FREE RESPITE CARE PROVIDED DURING MEETING Southpointe Baptist Fellowship 25900 US Highway 27, Leesburg, FL 34748 1st Monday of the month at 10:00 AM Co-Leaders: Pamela Schmitz (352) 396-6927 Christen Wilson (352) 638-0804 Springs of Lady Lake Assisted Living Community 620 Griffin Ave, Lady Lake, FL 32159 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10:00 AM Leader: Julie Watson (352) 396-3911 St. Timothy Catholic Church 1351 Paige Place, Lady Lake, FL 32159 4th Friday of the month at 1:00 PM Leader: Pam Gilhooly (352) 205-7121 Lake County Support Groups Sterling House 700 South Lake St., Leesburg, FL 34748 3rd Thursday of the month at 2:00 PM Leader: Maegan Safford (352) 728-6661 Ruth Cantillon (352) 728-6666 FREE RESPITE CARE PROVIDED AT MEETING Superior Residence of Clermont ALF 1600 Hunt Trace Blvd., Clermont, FL 34711 1st Monday of the month at 3:00 PM Leader: Lindsay Finkbeiner (352) 394-5549 United Congregational Church 302 N St Clair Abrams Ave, Tavares, FL 32778 2nd Wednesday of the month at 12:00 PM Co-Leaders: Cheryl Fletcher (352) 409-5360 Lori Wintersdorf (352) 267-4205 BREATHING Better Breathers The first step in living with lung disease means learning about lung disease. Join the thousands of others with chronic respiratory disease across the country who participate in the American Lung Association Better Breathers. This support groups meet regularly to learn about tips and techniques to better manage their disease. Questions about Traveling with Oxygen or Pulmonary Rehabilitation? COPD or Asthma? Talk to others who might have the same questions, share stories of support and help, and connect with those in your community with chronic lung disease. Class Time 1:00 pm-3:00 pm Cost FREE Location National Training Center, Education Department. 1935 Don Wickham Drive, Clermont, FL 34711 Registration No need to register to attend a meeting. For more information call 352.241.7109. Better Breathers Southlake Hospital 1099 Citrus Tower Blvd., (Education Department) - Clermont, FL 34711 Contact: Meets: 2nd Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m. (October -May) Contact: Susan Harwood at (352) 200-7096 Better Breathers Florida Hospital Waterman, Garden Conference Room 1000 Waterman Way, Tavares, FL 32778 Hours: Third Wed, 1:30 – 3 p.m. Contact: Karen Bradner Phone: 352-253-3396 Lake County Support Groups Leesburg, FL, Better Breathers Support Group, Good Life Emporium, Lake Square mall, Leesburg, 3 rd Wed/month, 1:00 pm., Erik Blamick, MA, 589-3396 CANCER FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH CLERMONT Cancer Support Group PHONE: 352-394-8401 927 7th St. @ the Agape House CLERMONT, FL 34711 WEB: http://eridan.websrvcs.com/templates/System/details.asp?id=46121&PID=854667 SERVICES: This group is for men and women who have had experiences with any type of cancer, as well those who are caregivers and volunteers for cancer patients. This group focuses on the family as a whole, because everyone feels the pain that their loved one is going through. AGE GROUPS: All CONTACT: PHYLLIS EMAIL: mailto:wecare@fumc-clermont.org HOURS: 2nd Tuesday of each month FEES: None GREATER CLERMONT CANCER FOUNDATION Support Group PHONE: 352-435-3202 927 7th St. @ 1st United Methodist Church in Clermont CLERMONT, FL 34711 WEB: http://www.gccf.us/programs/support-programs/ SERVICES: Support group that serves men, women and caregivers who have experienced any type of cancer. Monthly programs often include educational programs aimed at treatments, recovery and coping issues for families and patients. AGE GROUPS: Varied HOURS: Call for dates and times FEES: None LANGUAGES: English GREATER CLERMONT CANCER FOUNDATION Breast Cancer Support Group PHONE: 352-435-3202 New Life Center CLERMONT, FL 34711 WEB: http://www.gccf.us/programs/support-programs/ SERVICES: Cancer Support Group designed to share experiences and community resources regarding Women’s Health and Cancer. This group provides area women the opportunity to support one another and discuss treatments, coping and physical issues in a private environment. AGE GROUPS: Varied HOURS: Call for dates and times FEES: None LANGUAGES: English AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY Look Good...Feel Better PHONE: 1-800-227-2345 Lake County Support Groups 1120 Citrus Tower Blvd. Ste 130 @ InterCommunity Cancer Center CLERMONT, 34712 WEB: http://www.lookgoodfeelbetter.org/ SERVICES: Cancer support group & community-based program that teaches female cancer patients beauty tips to look better and feel good about how they look during chemotherapy and radiation treatments. AGE GROUPS: Adults HOURS: 1st. Mon. Feb.,April,June,August,Oct. & Dec. from 1-3 p.m. FEES: None REQUIREMENTS: Must be a cancer patient undergoing active treatment. Must register 2 weeks prior to session. LANGUAGES: English AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY One On One Man to Man Prostate Cancer Support PHONE: 1-800-227-2345 WEB: http://www.cancer.org/ SERVICES: Offers individual one-on-one cancer support for men dealing with prostate cancer. AGE GROUPS: Adults HOURS: 24/7 FEES: None LANGUAGES: English FLORIDA HOSPITAL WATERMAN TAVARES Man to Man (ACS) Cancer Educational Support Group PHONE: 352-365-1483 or 352-409-5050 1000 Waterman Way-Florida Hospital Waterman Medical Office Bldg/Team Room II TAVARES, FL 32778 WEB: http://www.fhwat.org/CareAndServices/SupportGroups.aspx SERVICES: Support group for men dealing with cancer AGE GROUPS: Adults CONTACT: FRED NEILSON EMAIL: mailto:FredNeilson@aol.com HOURS: 3rd. Thurs. @ 3 p.m. FEES: None LANGUAGES: English AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY-LAKE/SUMTER Look Good....Feel Better PHONE: 800-227-2345 4000 Waterman Way @ Florida Hospital Cancer Institute - Waterman TAVARES, FL 32778 WEB: http://www.cancer.org/ SERVICES: A free program that teaches women in active cancer treatment ways to deal with the appearancerelated side effects of treatment. AGE GROUPS: All HOURS: 2nd Mon. 1:30-3:30 p.m. FEES: None REQUIREMENTS: Must be female cancer patient who is undergoing chemotherapy or radiation is eligible to participate. Pt. must register at least 1 wk. before next session. LANGUAGES: English FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Young Women's Cancer Support Group PHONE: 352-243-7900 950 7th Street at the Agape House Lake County Support Groups CLERMONT, FL 34711 WEB: http://www.fumc-clermont.org/ SERVICES: Support group for men & women with cancer, their caregivers and friends, who are helping each other to cope with this disease and raise the awareness needed for early detection and cure. AGE GROUPS: All CONTACT: HEATHER EMAIL: mailto:hhofines@embarqmail.com HOURS: 1st. Wed. of every month 10 a.m.-12 p.m. FEES: None LANGUAGES: English FLORIDA HOSPITAL WATERMAN Breast Cancer Education Support Group PHONE: 352-253-3610 1000 Waterman Way-Florida Hospital Cancer Institute Waterman Conference Room TAVARES, FL 32778 WEB: http://www.fhwat.org/CareAndServices/SupportGroups.aspx SERVICES: Support group for those dealing with cancer. AGE GROUPS: Adults CONTACT: JAN WHITIS HOURS: Last Mon. 4-5:30 p.m. FEES: None LANGUAGES: English FLORIDA HOSPITAL WATERMAN General Cancer Educational Support Group PHONE: 352-253-3605 1000 Waterman Way-Florida Hospital Cancer Institute Waterman Conference Room TAVARES, FL 32778 WEB: http://www.fhwat.org/CareAndServices/SupportGroups.aspx SERVICES: Support group for those dealing with cancer AGE GROUPS: All CONTACT: LAYTANYA RUIZ HOURS: 1st Thurs. 1:30-3 p.m. FEES: None LANGUAGES: English For more information or to register please contact Latanya Ruiz (352) 253-3605. CAREGIVERS Lexington Park 930 County Road 466, Lady Lake, FL 32159 1st Wednesday of the month at 10:00 AM Leader: Carol McCarthy (352) 454-8303 FOR CAREGIVERS DEALING WITH NEWLY DIAGNOSED ALZHEIMERS PATIENTS Caregiver Support Group Cooper Memorial Library 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive, Room 108-B, Clermont, FL 34711 Time: Third Thursday of the month @ 2:00 p.m. Contact: Deborah Snow, 352.406.8465 (or) Carol McCarthy, 352-454-8303 Lake County Support Groups COUNSELING & DEVELOPMENT CENTER TAVARES Stroke Caregiver Group PHONE: 352-253-9348 101 E. Maud St. TAVARES, FL 32778 SERVICES: Group clinic for caregivers of stroke patients. Designed to provide coping skills, behavior modification techniques and to develop a support network for caregivers. AGE GROUPS: Adults CONTACT: DR. KAREN ESTILL HOURS: Monthly-call for dates FEES: None LANGUAGES: English The Caregivers for Parkinsons Support Group Lady Lake Public Library contact: Judy Brown (352)391-1222 ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) Indian River, Osceola, Brevard, Orange, Seminole, Lake, Sumter, Marion Counties Last Wednesdays 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Rhonda Rittenhouse Hibiscus Village Center 1740 Bailey Trail Lady Lake FL 888-257-1717 ext. 109 rrittenhouse@alsafl.org Caring for the Caregiver- support for caregivers in all types of situations from Alzheimer's to chronic or terminal illness 1st and 3rd Mondays 7pm Ruth Blake Dayspring Village 2725 Robie Avenue Mount Dora, FL 32757 352-383-3310 ruthiejayb@yahoo.com Caregivers Support Group, where caregivers can share tips, insights, receive support and information about local resources. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 1pm Ruth Blake Dayspring Village 2725 Robie Avenue Mount Dora FL 32757 352-383-3310 ruthiejayb@yahoo.com This is an informal discussion group for any Caregiver or loved one dealing with Parkinson's Disease. 1st Mondays 2:30 - 4:30pm Judy Brown mjbrown@embarqmail.com Caregivers for Parkinsonians Support Group Lady Lake Public Library - 225 W. Guava St. Lady Lake FL 32159 (352) 391-1222 DEMENTIA Dementia Caregivers Support Group Avante at Mount Dora Nursing and Rehab Center 30501 Brown Ave., Mount Dora, FL 32757 Hours: First Wed, 2 p.m. Phone: 352-409-5360 Contact: Cheryl Fletcher DIABETES PUBLIX PHARMACY Lake County Support Groups The Publix Pharmacy Diabetes Management System This program offered by Publix is designed to help you manage your diabeTes through several key components, including free medication, diabetes supplies, knowledgeable pharmacists, and online resources to learn more and understand diabetes. Place: Orlando Regional South Lake Hospital Program Name: Outpatient Diabetes Education Program Address: 847 8th Street City, State, Zip: Clermont, FL, 34711 Telephone: 407-237-6330 DIVORCE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH MOUNT DORA Divorce Care PHONE: 352-385-2222 1000 E. 1st Ave. MOUNT DORA, FL WEB: http://www.divorcecare.org/findagroup?search= SERVICES: Support group for those recovering from divorce. AGE GROUPS: Adults HOURS: Sundays 5-7 p.m. FEES: None LANGUAGES: English FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF EUSTIS Divorce Care Support Group PHONE: 352-357-5640 3551 East Orange Ave. EUSTIS, FL 32726 WEB: http://www.divorcecare.org/findagroup SERVICES: Support group for those recovering from divorce. AGE GROUPS: Adults HOURS: Call for more info LANGUAGES: English EMOTIONS EMOTIONS ANONYMOUS Support Group PHONE: 352-394-0858 FL SERVICES: A support group for those struggling to gain control of their emotions. AGE GROUPS: Adults CONTACT: MICKEY S. HOURS: Call for more info LANGUAGES: English GRIEF SHARE Lake County Support Groups FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF EUSTIS To Live Again PHONE: 352-483-3638-Betsy 352-357-0996-Reverend Ruth 600 S. Grove St. EUSTIS, FL 32726 SERVICES: A support group for those who are struggling with grief. AGE GROUPS: All HOURS: 1st & 3rd. Thursdays 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. FEES: None LANGUAGES: English Grief Share Support Group Adventure Christian Church 3800 U.S. Highway 19, Tavares, FL 32778 Hours: Sun, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Phone: 352-343-9020 See website for additional Lake County locations www.griefshare.org GRIEF SHARE Real Freedom Support Group PHONE: 352-394-3553 1501 Steve's Rd. @ Real Life Christian Church CLERM0NT, FL WEB: http://www.griefshare.org/ SERVICES: A support group for people grieving the death of a loved one. Meets periodically. Starts in February 2014. AGE GROUPS: Adults HOURS: Tuesdays 7-9 p.m. LANGUAGES: English GRIEF SHARE Support Groups PHONE: 352-343-9020 3701 N. Eichelberger Rd. @ Adventure Christian Church TAVARES, FL 32778 WEB: http://www.griefshare.org/findagroup/search SERVICES: A support group for people grieving the death of a loved one. 13 week support group that meets periodically twice a year. Call for dates and times. AGE GROUPS: Adults HOURS: Call for more info FEES: None LANGUAGES: English FLORIDA HOSPITAL WATERMAN Grief Support PHONE: 352-253-3389 1000 Waterman Way TAVARES, FL 32778 WEB: http://www.fhwat.org/CareAndServices/SupportGroups.aspx SERVICES: Open to all who are dealing with a significant loss. Available through the pastoral care dept. AGE GROUPS: All HOURS: Varied FEES: None LANGUAGES: English Lake County Support Groups Grieving Support Group, sponsored by Hospice of Lake/Sumter Inc., P.O. Box 456, Tavares 32778-0456; meets three times a month. Details: (904) 748-0299 or (904) 343-1341. GRIEF SHARE PHONE: 352-357-2833 117 S Center St. EUSTIS, FL 32726 WEB: http://www.griefshare.org/findagroup/search SERVICES: Support group for those dealing with the loss of a loved one. Meets periodically. Call for times and dates. AGE GROUPS: All CONTACT: TOM HOURS: Call for more info FEES: None LANGUAGES: English Grief Share Support Group - People Helpers Ministry First Baptist Church of Leesburg 1309 High St., Building 104, Leesburg, FL Phone: 352.787.1005 Contact: Karen Gardiner Email: karengardner@fbcleesburg.org 13-week grief share sessions held throughout the year. Call for class schedule or to register for an upcoming session. Widowed Persons Service of Lake County Inc., sponsored by the American Association of Retired Persons, 918 W. Main St., Leesburg 34748; five-week support seminars. Details: (904) 787-7530. CORNERSTONE HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE Bereavement Support for Pet Loss PHONE: 352-742-6812 2445 Lane Park Rd. TAVARES, FL 32778 WEB: http://www.cornerstonehospice.org/ SERVICES: Support group for those who have lost a furry friend. AGE GROUPS: Varied EMAIL: mailto:psredl@hospice.org HOURS: Wed. 10 a.m. FEES: None LANGUAGES: English LIMB LOSS FLORIDA HOSPITAL WATERMAN W.A.L.K.- Waterman Amputee & Limb Loss Konnections PHONE: 352-253-3892 Florida Hospital Waterman @ Garden Conference Room C TAVARES, FL 32778 WEB: http://www.fhwat.org/CareAndServices/SupportGroups.aspx SERVICES: For amputees and people with limb loss. Our mission is to empower all amputees and people with limb loss to live quality lives, achieve active lifestyles, and continue to be productive members of society. AGE GROUPS: Varied CONTACT: TRACEY ESTOK HOURS: 4th Mon. 6-7 p.m. Lake County Support Groups FEES: None LUPUS Lupus Support Group Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can affect various parts of the body, including the skin, joints, heart, lungs, blood, kidneys and brain. Studies suggest that more than 16,000 Americans develop lupus each year. Talk to others who might have the same questions, share stories of support and help, and connect with those in your community with lupus. Class Time 12:00pm-3:00pm Cost FREE Location National Training Center, Education Department. 1935 Don Wickham Drive, Clermont, FL 34711 Registration No need to register to attend a meeting. For more information call 352.394.4210. MENTAL ILLNESS NAMI Family to Family Support Group Support group to help caregivers, family members, partners, & significant others understand & support individuals with serious mental illness while maintaining their own well being. Class Time 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Cost FREE Location National Training Center, Education Department.1935 Don Wickham Drive, Clermont, FL 34711 Registration No need to register to attend a meeting. For more information call 352.989.2601. NAMI (Nat’l Alliance on Mental Illness) NAMI-Lake-Sumter/Consumer Awareness Group LifeStream AIMS Building, 404 Webster St., Leesburg, FL 34748 Hours: First Wed At 7 p.m. Phone: 352-406-8695 or 352-787-1232 Contact: Claire Hedgcock www.nami.org Lake County Support Groups PARKINSONS COOPER MEMORIAL LIBRARY 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive 4th Tuesday 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Contact: Deborah Snow 352-241-7476 South Lake County Parkinson’s Support Group • Cooper Memorial Library 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive, Room 108-A, Clermont, FL Contact: Deborah Snow Phone: 352-406-8465 Email: redcsnow@yahoo.com Third Tuesday of the month at 3 p.m. Affiliated with the A.P.D.A. Lake County Parkinson’s Support Group Lake Square Presbyterian Church 10200 Morningside Drive, Leesburg, FL 34748 (Corner Morningside Drive & Radio Road) Contact: Dave & Pat Tribbey Phone: 352-343-0376 Email: Dtribbey108@comcast.net Contact: Jim & Marion Papson Phone: 352-315-9359 Second Tuesday of each month, 1 – 3 p.m. Lake County Parkinson’s Support Group Lake Square Presbyterian Church 10200 Morningside Drive, Leesburg, FL 34748 (Corner Morningside Drive & Radio Road) Contact: Dave & Pat Tribbey Phone: 352-343-0376 Email: Dtribbey108@comcast.net Contact: Jim & Marion Papson Phone: 352-315-9359 Second Tuesday of each month, 1 – 3 p.m. Lady Lake American Legion Building 2nd Wednesday / month (Sept-June) 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Contact: Pat Pipa pipipa1622@emburgmail.com STROKE Group Name: Group Email: Address 1: Address 2: City: The Villages Stroke Support Club 16814 SE 86 Deptford Court The Villages Lake County Support Groups State: Zip: Contact's First Name: Contact's Last Name: Phone: Fax: Email Address: Meeting Day: Meeting Time: Meeting Location: FL 32162 Nancy Borden 352-259-2212 Group Type: Group Specialty: SUPPORTIVE SOCIAL STROKE AND HEAD INJURY Welcome Short business meeting Program presentation (i.e. Stroke Awareness) Refreshments Sharing time Closing We are just getting started. We have developed a club brochure which will be distributed throughout our community. We have established a mission statement and set club goals. We are in the process of setting up committee officers and an advisory board. Committees include: Planning, Publicity, Refreshment, Social & Phone. Future committees will include: Community Awareness, Fund Raising, Friendly Visitors & Volunteer Opportunities. We live in a retirement community and many of our members had their strokes years ago. We hope to reach recent stroke survivors through our brochure which will be available at area hospitals and doctor's offices, etc. Agenda: Notes: nmb519@comcast.net 1ST THURSDAY 2 PM- 4PM Bridgeport Rec Center