Lane Support Groups

We can help you find a group, start a group or support your own! Or, access the AdoptUSKids free support group curriculum to help you along.

If you know of any new or updated support group information, or cannot find a group in your area, please contact us (503) 241-0799 / (800) 764-8367 or orparc@nwresource.org for help and suggestions.

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Lane Support Groups

Lane County Adoption Support Group

Organized by
Parent-led
Description

Contact us through email to set up a phone call or in person meeting for support during and after placement. We are happy to meet one on one, provide local resources, or just be a good listening ear.

Contact info

Please contact Kristin Mayorga for more information at kristinlm23@gmail.com or 541-870-1961

(Updated 04/2023)

Eugene Family Support Group

Organized by
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Lane County
Phone
541-343-7688
Description

For family members/loved ones/friends of someone living with a mental illness.

By sharing your experiences in a safe setting, you can gain hope and develop supportive relationships. This group allows your voice to be heard and provides an opportunity for your personal needs to be met. It encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You’ll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.

NAMI Family Support Group will help you:

  • Aim for better coping skills
  • Find strength in sharing experiences
  • Not judge anyone’s pain
  • Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
  • Embrace humor as healthy
  • Accept that we cannot solve every problem
  • Understand that mental health conditions are no one’s fault and can be traumatic experiences

https://namilane.org/programs/

Meeting time
Every Thursday, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm online
Meeting location

Group meets online. Contact NAMI Resource Center for meeting link.


No childcare availability.

Contact info

Contact NAMI Resource Center at 541-343-7688.

(Updated 05/2023)

Cottage Grove Family Support Group

Organized by
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Lane County
Phone
541-343-7688
Description

For family members/loved ones/friends of someone living with a mental illness.

By sharing your experiences in a safe setting, you can gain hope and develop supportive relationships. This group allows your voice to be heard and provides an opportunity for your personal needs to be met. It encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You’ll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.

NAMI Family Support Group will help you:

  • Aim for better coping skills
  • Find strength in sharing experiences
  • Not judge anyone’s pain
  • Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
  • Embrace humor as healthy
  • Accept that we cannot solve every problem
  • Understand that mental health conditions are no one’s fault and can be traumatic experiences

https://namilane.org/programs/


No childcare availability.

Meeting time
First and Third Thursdays of each month, 7:00-8:30pm
Meeting location

National Alliance on Mental Illness
129 9th Street
Springfield, OR 97477
Location Map

Contact info

Contact NAMI Resource Center at 541-343-7688.

(Updated 05/2023)

Florence Family Support Group

Organized by
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Lane County
Description

For family members/loved ones/friends of someone living with a mental illness.

By sharing your experiences in a safe setting, you can gain hope and develop supportive relationships. This group allows your voice to be heard and provides an opportunity for your personal needs to be met. It encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You’ll benefit from other’s experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.

NAMI Family Support Group will help you:

  • Aim for better coping skills
  • Find strength in sharing experiences
  • Not judge anyone’s pain
  • Forgive ourselves and reject guilt
  • Embrace humor as healthy
  • Accept that we cannot solve every problem
  • Understand that mental health conditions are no one’s fault and can be traumatic experiences

https://namilane.org/programs/

Meeting time
4th Thursday of each month, 6:00-8:00 pm
Contact info

For information, visit the NAMI website at: https://namilane.org/support-and-education/support-groups/nami-family-support-group/

(Updated 05/2023)

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

Organized by
Center for Community Counseling
Phone
541-344-0620
Description

"How to care for them and for yourself at the same time.”

Learn how to manage stress, set boundaries, resolve conflict and interact with your grandchild in a healthy way.

Please call for more information and to pre-register for the group. Child care is not provided at this time. There is ongoing open enrollment. There is a sliding scale.

https://www.ccceugene.org/

Meeting time
First and Third Mondays, 9:00am - 10:30am
Meeting location

Center for Community Counseling
1465 Coburg Road
Eugene, OR 97401
Location Map

Contact info

To answer questions or enroll, please call 541-344-0620 or email info@ccceugene.org to complete the intake process.

PFLAG Florence

Organized by
PFLAG
Phone
541-991-3737
Description

Monthly meetings include an educational program, current advocacy information, and support time. Free brochures can be picked up. Additional library materials are available for check out. And we have snacks too!

Special events are planned such as community wide forums, movie nights, information booths at the local Farmer’s Market.

http://www.pflagflorenceoregon.org/

Meeting time
2nd Tuesday of the Month, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Meeting location

Florence United Methodist Church
333 Kingwood Street
Florence, OR 97439
Location Map

Contact info

pflagflo@gmail.com

(Updated 05/2023)