SUPPORT GROUPS

This list is not comprehensive and is continually being improved and updated.

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ADULT SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE SUPPORT GROUP

Open to all adults over 18 years old.

920-475-4748
http://centerforsuicideawareness.org


AL-ANON

Provides services and support for residents affected by alcoholism.

888-425-2666
http://al-anon.org

Also listed under: Alcohol/Substance Abuse


ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

Provides alcoholism support and information.

Provides services and support for recovering alcoholics.

920-389-9019 24 Hour Helpline
920-731-4331 Support Group
http://aa.org

Also listed under: Alcohol/Substance Abuse


ALS ASSOCIATION SUPPORT GROUP

Provides information and support for both patient and family.

414-763-2220
http://alsawi.org

Also listed under: Advocacy


APPLETON MILITARY SUPPORT

Provides support to military personnel. Meets second Thursday of each month.

3320 W College Ave, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-735-0806



APPLETON VISUALLY IMPAIRED SUPPORT GROUP

Providing encouragement and direction to people affected directly or indirectly by vision loss and those seeking information regarding visual impairment.

Email: appletonvisuallyimpaired@gmail.com

920-585-7443
http://sites.google.com/view/aplvisuallyimpaired/home

Also listed under: Blind/Visually Impaired


ATAXIA SUPPORT GROUP

Provides information and group support.

763-553-0020
608-237-6090
http://ataxia.org


BETTER BREATHERS GROUP

Provides support to residents with lung diseases.

St. Elizabeth Hospital
1506 S. Oneida St, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-738-2558



CANCER SUPPORT GROUPS

- Gynecological Oncology Support Group
- You Are Not Alone: Breast Cancer Support Group
- Support for People with Oral, Head, and Neck Cancer

ThedaCare Regional Cancer Center
2500 E Capitol Dr, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-364-3600



CENTER FOR GRIEVING CHILDREN

Offers help for grieving children and their parents.

Boys and Girls Club
600 Racine St, Menasha, WI - Directions
920-750-5839
http://bgclubfoxvalley.org


CLARE KIEPKE COMMUNITY OUTREACH CENTER

Provides classes, peer support and social activities for residents with chronic mental illness.

322 N. Appleton St, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-749-5867



EPILEPSY SUPPORT GROUP

Provides support to residents with epilepsy.

608-665-1848
http://epilepsywisconsin.org


FOX CITIES DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF WISCONSIN

Provides support and education to residents with Down Syndrome.

526 W Wisconsin Ave, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-201-1144
http://dsawfoxcities.org

Also listed under: Disability Resources


FOX VALLEY GRIEF NETWORK

Offers bereavement support services.

Email: FVGNSupport@gmail.com

http://wichmannfuneralhomes.com


FOX VALLEY MEMORY PROJECT

Provides resources and support to people living with dementia, their care partners/families, and the community.

Email: info@foxvalleymemoryproject.org

Provides resources support, cognitive and physical activities for participants with memory loss.
-Memory Cafes and outings
-Memory Loss Resource Center
-MindWorks Class
-Memory Link Program

Offers caregiver support services.

Provides volunteer opportunities at the Memory Loss Resource Center and Memory Cafes.

1800 Appleton Rd, Menasha, WI - Directions
920-225-1711
http://foxvalleymemoryproject.org

Also listed under: Caregiver Support/Education
Dementia/Memory Loss
Volunteer Opportunities


FOX VALLEY MEN'S GRIEF SUPPORT MEETING

First Wednesday of each month from 6:00 - 8:00 pm.

Moments Hospice Office
5517 W Waterford Ln, Suite C, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-442-0755



FRIENDSHIP PLACE

Offers social, educational and recreational support and therapy for residents with chronic mental illness.

220 N. Commercial St, Neenah, WI - Directions
920-729-9975
http://friendshipplaceinc.com


GENESIS CLUB

Offers support groups and drop in center for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts.

1213 N. Appleton St, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-733-6180
http://genesisclub.info


GRIEF SHARE

Provides support to all residents who have lost a loved one.

http://griefshare.org


GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP

Provides support for adults grieving the death of a loved one.

Faith Lutheran Church
601 E. Glendale Ave, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-739-9191
http://faithfoxvalley.org


HARBOR HOUSE DOMESTIC & SEXUAL VIOLENCE PROGRAMS

Offers 24 hour crisis counseling.

720 W Fifth St, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-832-1666 Crisis Line
800-970-1171
920-832-1667
http://harborhousewi.org

Also listed under: Emergency Shelters/Services
Mental Health Services


HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA

Provides meetings for residents with hearing loss.

Bordini Center
5 North Systems Dr, Appleton, WI - Directions
http://hlaawi.org


HOPE SUPPORT GROUP

Provides support for patients and families living through cancer.

Encircle Health
2500 E. Capitol Dr, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-364-3600



LIVESTRONG AT THE YMCA

Provides free exercise and support to residents surviving cancer.

920-739-6135
http://ymcafoxcities.org


LIVING WITH LOSS

Offers six-week grief support to adults experiencing the loss of a loved one.

ThedaCare Hospice
920-422-7581



LUPUS SUPPORT GROUP

Provides support to adults with lupus.

http://lupus.org/wisconsin


MOSAIC FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

Provides encouragement and support to caregivers.

** Now located in Fox Commons (formerly City Center). Entrance and Parking on north side of Fox Commons.

Mosaic Family Health
100 N Oneida St, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-997-8436
920-832-2783


Also listed under: Caregiver Support/Education


MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SUPPORT

Provides support to residents with multiple sclerosis.

St. Elizabeth Hospital
1506 S. Oneida St, Appleton, WI - Directions
800-344-4867



NAMI FOX VALLEY

Provides advocacy, education and support to residents with brain disorders and mental illness.

Provides mental health peer support and education for individuals living with mental health conditions and for family members.

Provides peer support groups for individuals living with mental health challenges, as well as support groups for family members.

211 E. Franklin St, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-954-1550
http://namifoxvalley.org

Also listed under: Advocacy
Mental Health Services


NAMI FOX VALLEY FAMILY SUPPORT AND EDUCATION

Provides support groups for families, caregivers, and loved ones, living with individuals with mental illness.

NAMI Fox Valley
211 E. Franklin St, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-954-1550
http://namifoxvalley.org

Also listed under: Caregiver Support/Education


NAMI FOX VALLEY FAMILY TO FAMILY EDUCATION PROGRAM

Provides education and support to families of those with mental illness.

NAMI Fox Valley
211 E. Franklin St, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-954-1550
http://namifoxvalley.org

Also listed under: Caregiver Support/Education


NAMI PEER SUPPORT GROUP

Provides support and ideas for coping with distress.

920-740-4565
http://namifoxvalley.org


NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS

Provides support to residents recovering from narcotics abuse.

866-635-2254
http://iluana.org


NEUROLOGY ASSISTANCE DIRECTORY

Provides a listing of supports and information for neurology disorders.

http://brainandlife.org


NEUROPATHY SUPPORT GROUP

Provides support for residents with neuropathy concerns.

877-883-9942
http://neuropathyaction.org


OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS

Provides support and education to those struggling with overeating.

ThedaCare Regional Medical Center
1818 Meade St, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-202-1650



PARENT AND CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

Provides support from facilitators who have children living with mental health challenges.

233 E. College Ave, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-954-1550
http://namifoxvalley.org


PARKINSON'S SUPPORT GROUPS

Assists residents with Parkinson's disease.

Neuroscience Group
1305 W. American Dr, Neenah, WI - Directions
920-725-9373



PARKINSON'S SUPPORT GROUPS

Assists residents with Parkinson's disease.

Touchmark on West Prospect
2601 Touchmark Dr, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-832-9100



PULMONARY HYPERTENSION ASSOCIATION

Provides support and education for hypertension.

800-748-7247
http://phassociation.org


ST. PAUL ELDER SERVICES - GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP

Provides Alzheimer's disease or memory disorders support.

Provides connections, support and promotes self-care to those who have experienced loss.

316 E. 14th St, Kaukauna, WI - Directions
920-766-6020
http://stpaulelders.org


ST. PAUL ELDER SERVICES - YOUNG ONSET AND SUPPORT GROUP

Provides Alzheimer's disease or memory disorders support.

Provides support for spouses of individuals diagnosed with memory disorders under the age of 65.

316 E 14th St, Kaukauna, WI - Directions
920-766-6020
http://stpaulelders.org


ST. PAUL ELDER SERVICES HOFFMAN MEMORY CARE RESOURCE CENTER

Provides care partner support to those with loved ones dealing with memory disorders.

Provides an array of quality memory care resources and support services to individuals, couples, and family affected by all types of memory loss.

221 E 13th St, Kaukauna, WI - Directions
920-766-6020
http://stpaulelders.org

Also listed under: Caregiver Support/Education
Dementia/Memory Loss
Home Care Services - Non Medical - CHART


SURVIVORS ACTIVE AFTER STROKE

Provides support to stroke survivors and their caregivers. Held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

ThedaCare Regional Medical Center
130 Second St, Neenah, WI - Directions
920-720-7328



SURVIVORS AFTER SUICIDE

Offers help for residents who have lost a loved one to suicide.

211 E. Franklin St, Appleton, WI - Directions
http://preventsuicidefoxcities.org


THE MEADOWS AT TOUCHMARK ON WEST PROSPECT

Provides supportive Memory Care and monthly support group for those caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or other dementia.

2601 Touchmark Dr, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-832-9100
http://touchmarkappleton.com

Also listed under: Caregiver Support/Education
Dementia/Memory Loss


TOURETTE ASSOCIATION

Provides information about Tourette Syndrome and support groups.

http://tourette.org


TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT PROGRAM - SOAR FOX CITIES

Mission is to support, navigate, inform, and care for the community members living with a traumatic brain injury. Offers support groups, resource navigation, and much more.

SOAR Fox Cities
211 E Franklin St, Suite A, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-731-9831
920-585-7820
http://tbifoxcities.com


US TOO

Support group for men with prostate cancer. Held on the 3rd Tuesday of every month.

Neenah Fire Station #31
1080 Breezewood Ln, Neenah, WI - Directions
920-722-0774



VETERANS OUTREACH AND RECOVERY PROGRAM

Provides support through staff and other professionals needed to address mental health, substance abuse, etc.

2919 W. Glenpark Dr, Appleton, WI - Directions
715-409-3767
http://dva.state.wi.us/pages/benefitsclaims/vorp.aspx

Also listed under: Veterans Assistance


WI FACETS

Offers support to parents and caretakers of residents with disabilities.

877-374-0511
http://wifacets.org


WISCONSIBS

Provides education, advocacy and support to siblings of residents with disabilities.

211 E. Franklin St, Appleton, WI - Directions
920-968-1742
http://wisconsibs.org


WISCONSIN FAMILY TIES

Offers a statewide organization run by families with children/adolescents with emotional, behavioral and mental disorders.

16 N. Carroll St, STE 230, Madison, WI - Directions
608-267-6800