Support Groups

Bridges to Memory

• 4th Wednsday of the month at 2 PM
• Facilitated by Senior Services staff and/or trained volunteers
• Group provides a variety of activities, exercise, snacks, and conversation for people with Alzheimer's Disease, dementia, or mild cognitive impairment and their caregivers.
• All ability levels are welcome, but please note that we do not have a CNA on staff.  Assistance with toileting, bathing, feeding, or medication will not be provided.  Caregivers are required to stay during the session.
• There is no fee to attend.
• Registration is required for first-time attendees.  Please call 847-884-0030 to register.
• Flyer here 

Caregiver Support Group

• 3^rd Monday of the month at 11 a.m.
• Facilitated by Becky Cordes, Director of Senior and Disability Services
• Group is offered in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association and provides an opportunity for caregivers to talk about their experiences and provide support to each other.
• This group is meeting exclusively via Zoom at this time.
• There is no fee to attend
• Registration is required for first time attendees. Please call 847-285-4541 and ask for Becky to register and be provided with the Zoom information.
• Flyer here

Deaf Social/Support Group

• 3^rd Tuesday of the month at 10:30 AM
• Call Sarita, Deaf Services Coordinator, at 224-520-9765 (VP) for more details
• The group is facilitated by our Deaf Services Coordinator in ASL.  Monthly sessions are held to offer socialization, fellowship, and general information on a variety of topics
• Follow our facebook page here for important info and upcoming events

Diabetes Support Group

• 2^nd and 4^th Wednesday of the month at 10:30 AM
• Facilitated by Nurse Janet Stachula
• Open to anyone with a diabetes or pre-diabetes diagnosis
• Flyer here

 Fibromyalgia Support Group

• 4^th Tuesday of the month at 7 PM
• Email nwfibro@yahoo.com for more information or to be added to the email list
• The support group is peer-led and a great resource for those who are dealing with fibromyalgia

• 2^nd Tuesday of the month at 7 PM
• Email jkottmeier@nch.org or call 847-285-4551 for more information. 
• Northwest Community Healthcare, AMITA Health at St. Alexius Medical Center and AMITA Health Alexian Brothers Medical Center collaborate to provide bereavement support to those who have lost their child during or after pregnancy.