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Austin Area Support Groups
For many going through an illness or seeing a loved one fall victim to an illness is incredibly difficult. Many people can only get through these terrible times in life with the help of a support group in Austin.
Watch this video of a cancer survivor talking about the imporance of support groups. Then, read on for more information about Austin support groups.
Although there are support groups for many different illnesses, addictions and other causes, highlighted below are some great support groups dealing with cancer, addiction and children. You will also find links to resources about AIDS Support Groups. If you would like additional info rmation about support groups in Austin , or know of one you would like to be featured, please email us at info@austinsmartconsumer.com.
Advanced Cancer Psychotherapy Group
Southwest Regional Cancer Center
For fees and info rmation 512-421-4167
This is a group that helps support others with Stage 3 and 4 cancer..
Austin Center for Attitudinal Healing
512-327-1961
3201 Manchaca Road
Austin , TX 78704
This group helps children, teens and adults deal with grief from illness or illness of a loved one.
Bone Marrow / Stem Cell Transplant Support Group
512-928-1144
This is a group for victims and survivors of bone marrow cancer.
Bosom Buddies
A Christ-centered breast cancer support group. 512-327-3363
Brain Tumor Support Group
512-474-5700
Cancer Care
1-800-813-4673
Web address: http://www.cancercare.org
Provides assistance to people with any type of cancer, at any stage of illness.
Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation
Austin Area 512-457-4618
Web address: www.candlelightersaustin.org
This program focuses on counseling and support for cancer victims under the age of 21 and their families.
Capital Area Mental Health Center
(512) 302-1000
This is a low cost agency that provides counseling to those who are in need but financially incapable of paying for counseling. The counselors are counselors in training.
Care Calls
512-476-6325
Meals on Wheels and More
Dialogue Support Group
512-421-4167
A group to help you and your caregivers deal with the challenges of cancer.
First Call For Help
Dial 2-1-1 or 512-973-9203
Web address: www.211centraltexas.org
Information and referrals for services in Travis County .
Hospice Austin
512-342-4700
4107 Spicewood Springs Road, Suite 100
Austin , Texas 78759
Web address: www.hospiceaustin.org
Offers bereavement groups and seeks to meet the needs of both patient and family by providing physical, emotional and spiritual comfort.
Mental Health Association - Austin Area
512-454-3706
8401 Shoal Creek Blvd.
Austin, Texas 78757-7597
www.mhatexas.org
One of the services offered is a clearinghouse listing of Austin and Travis County .
Brain Tumor Support Group
(Ann Harris)
512-469-7378
Meets at the U.T. School of Nursing, call for more info rmation.
United Ostomy Association 512-339-6388 - Austin Chapter
Us Too
(Prostate Cancer Support Group)
512-794-3859
A support group for prostate cancer survivors and for those diagnosed with prostate cancer and their family members. There is no charge and everyone who is interested in prostate cancer is welcome.
Widowed Persons Services Groups
(Barbara Pearoy-Norris)
512-327-6917
A support group for widowed persons. First and third Tuesday 7-9 PM
Area Agency on Aging
http://www.aaacap.org/
This organization helps those who are suffering the effects of aging and experiencing such events as hospitalization, moving into an assisted living facility, etc. The program also helps the caregivers.
Alcoholics Anonymous
austinaa.org
An organization that helps fight alcoholic addiction.
Texas Baptist Children’s Home
http://www.tbch.org/
Christian-based organization that provides support services to local children and families.
