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Al-Anon & Alateen
For families and friends of alcoholics. Info on meetings (five a week): 688-1716.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Richmond district 36 offers help for those who have a problem with alcohol. Call 434-3933.
Canadian Cancer Society support groups
'Living with Cancer' group meets every second Wednesday, Caring Place, 7000 Minoru Boulevard, 7-8:30 p.m.; Breast Cancer Support Group meets second Wednesday of each month, Caring Place, 7000 Minoru Boulevard. Info: 279-7150. Those who have newly diagnosed breast cancer or know someone who does and would like a visit at home or in hospital from someone who has been there are invited to call the society's Visitor Volunteers at 352-8470.
C.H.A.D.D.
Richmond chapter of the Children & Adults with Attention Deficit Disorders parent support group meets the third Tuesday of the month from September through to June (excluding December and March) at T. Homma School, 5100 Brunswick Dr., 7:30 p.m. Info: Dale: 271-9285, Bev: 271-8338 or Fax: 272-6651.
Child care support program
All early childcare providers are invited to attend the Richmond Connections-hosted bi-monthly evening meetings. Informal networking, workshops, and video viewings and celebrations take place regularly at the child care support program office. Info: 279-7025.
Coming Together in a Supportive Community
Ongoing group for men and women seeking to live more joyfully, authentically and fully. Alternate Wednesdays, 7-9:30 p.m. 271-1394 or 875-6807.
Friends and Neighbors
This multicultural support group is held every Thursday, 1 to 3 p.m. at Caring Place, Room 340-7000 Minoru Blvd. Make friends, discuss common problems, practise speaking English, and form a networking system. Info: 279-7060.
Gifted children
The Gifted Children's association meets the second Wednesday of the month at T. Homma elementary. Info: 272-4001.
Grief Support Group
At Our Saviour Lutheran Church, led by Pastor Ken Harris, Wednesdays beginning Sept. 19, 7:30 p.m., lasting approx. eight weeks. Info: Pastor Harris at 270-0085.
Heart of Richmond AIDS Society
Confidential support group for persons with HIV/AIDS, their families, friends and caregives, every Tuesday, 7-9 p.m. at 8191 St. Alban's Rd. (Richmond Youth Service Agency). Info: Joanna at 275-9564 or John at 274-8122. Volunteers always welcome. Call 275-9564.
La Leche League of Richmond South Delta
Group meets 7 p.m. on the third Monday of each month to offer breastfeeding help and discuss concerns and issues. Babies and young children welcome. Info: Ann 275-9695.
Loving Our Bodies And Eating Without Guilt
On-going bi-weekly support group for people who are struggling with an eating disorder or feeling preoccupied with issues relating to food, weight, and good image. Group meets every other Wed. 7-9 a.m. at Touchstone Family Centre, 5160 Granville Ave. Info: Linda at 279-5599.
Moffatt House
A home for expectant and new moms. Ph: 275-7740. Moffatt House Outreach for single moms. Tuesday night support group meeting. Donations Centre: 241-9052.
Nar-Anon
A 12-step support group for family and friends of people with drug problems meets 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at St. Anne's Anglican Church (upstairs), 4701 Francis Rd. Info: 878-8844.
Nicotine Anonymous
Meets every Friday at 7 p.m. at South Arm community centre, 8880 Williams Rd. Information: Pat, 275-3880.
Ongoing Group for Parents of Preschoolers
Meets every Wednesday from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. at Cambie community centre for coffee, information-sharing and mutual support. Childcare available. Info: Mary Phillips or Sharon Salomons at 279-5599.
OWLS Richmond
A unique support group for older women who have survived physical, mental, emotional or financial abuse. Meetings to resume in the fall. Info: Jean at 231-9160.
Parents of Children 0-6 years
Group meets Wednesday mornings from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Cambie community centre (4111 Jacombs Rd.) for information sharing and mutual support. Child-minding available. Info: Mary Phillips at 279-5599.
Parents Together
For parents experiencing parent/teen conflict, meets Tuesdays in Richmond. For location information, call Parentline at 325-0511.
Peer Support Group for Women
Richmond Women's Resource Centre provides a safe and confidential place for women from all walks of life and ages. Drop in hours are Wednesday afternoon from 1 to 4 p.m. at The Caring Place, 110-7000 Minoru Blvd. Info: 279-7060.
Richmond Hospice Association
Programs: Bereavement support group meets 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, 7-9 p.m., room 294; Widowed support group meets 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, 9:30-11:30 a.m., room 345/350, both programs at Richmond Caring Place 7000 Minoru Blvd. Also, new one-on-one bereavement program for kids and teens. Info: 279-7140.
Richmond's M&Ms
Free drop-in for moms and munchkins ages 10-36 months every Thursday, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at South Arm community centre. Info: Mary Ellen at 541-9095.
Richmond Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
Meets second Tuesday of each month from 1-3 p.m. in the Richmond Presbyterian Church Hall, 7111 No. 2 Rd. Info: Sharon at 272-5581 or Klaus, 271-0381. Next meeting: Oct. 7.
Richmond Stroke Recovery
Group meets Fridays at South Arm community centre, 11:15-2:30 p.m. Recovering stroke survivors and caregivers invited for exercises and speech therapy. Bring your lunch. Info: 278-9795 or 277-1157.
Self-help/mutual aid group
For people who are looking for jobs. Focus on the issues, look at intense feelings and share coping techniques. Call The Richmond Women's Resource Centre at 279-7060 for more information.
Single Moms Group
Single moms are invited to the support group's weekly meetings. Childcare provided. Info: 241-9052.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
A non-profit, and non-commercial weight loss support group is helping men, women and teens to take off pounds and keep off pounds sensibly. Info: Delores 274-7004 or 1-800-932-8677.
Visually Impaired People's Club of Richmond
Group meets second Wednesday of each month, 1 to 3 p.m. in Room 340 at Caring Place, 7000 Minoru Blvd. Info: Roland Katagi at 279-7007.
Weekly meditation
Group meets every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at 268-3580 Moncton St. Info: 275-5443.
Widowed Support Group
Restarts Sept. 10, hosted by the Richmond Hospice Association. Group meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at The Caring Place, room 294. Info: 279-7140.
Women's Outreach Program
Counselling and support to ex-residents from Nova Transition House; short-term counselling, support, information to women in the community who have been abused by their partner and need to know their options; by-request talks to the community on the issue of violence against women and their children. Info/appointment: Rosa Tesler, 270-4949.
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