Armed Forces Emergency/ International

North Federal Highway Location

3696 North Federal Highway, Suite 101, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33308

16 Miles—Get Directions

(877) 272-7337

Contact Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Website

 http://www.redcross.org/local/florida/south-florida.html

Description: Provides immediate worldwide assistance, including budget counseling, financial assistance, support groups, emergency communications, information and referral, counseling, and emergency intervention services to military personnel.

Description: Provides immediate worldwide assistance, including budget counseling, financial assistance, support groups, emergency communications, information and referral, counseling, and emergency intervention services to military personnel.

K.E.E.S. Club - Kids Experiencing Empowered Support

Northeast 26th Street Location - Suite 70

1881 Northeast 26th Street, Suite 70, Wilton Manors, FL, 33305

15 Miles—Get Directions

(888) 884-9195

Website

 http://www.bowtiekids.org

Description: Provides a peer-to-peer support group for individuals impacted by chronic pain.

Description: Provides a peer-to-peer support group for individuals impacted by chronic pain.

Sibshop

Stirling Road Location

3891 Stirling Road, Dania Beach, FL, 33312

13 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 290-5810

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.bcckids.org

Description: Provides a support group for siblings with special needs, a place to discuss their feelings with other peers. Siblings will meet other brothers and sisters of children with special needs.

Description: Provides a support group for siblings with special needs, a place to discuss their feelings with other peers. Siblings will meet other brothers and sisters of children with special needs.

Sibshop

Southeast 19th Avenue Location

200 Southeast 19th Avenue, Pompano Beach, FL, 33060

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 290-5810

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.bcckids.org

Description: Provides a support group for siblings with special needs, a place to discuss their feelings with other peers. Siblings will meet other brothers and sisters of children with special needs.

Description: Provides a support group for siblings with special needs, a place to discuss their feelings with other peers. Siblings will meet other brothers and sisters of children with special needs.

UHealth Sylvester - Grief/Coping Sessions

East Newport Center Drive Location - Suite 100

1190 East Newport Center Drive, Suite 100, Deerfield Beach, FL, 33442

16 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 571-0111 Ext: 3

Contact Hours: Mon, Tue, Wed, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Website

 http://www.browardschools.com/DiversityandSchoolClimate

Description: Provides grief and trauma counseling sessions to the Parkland community for those affected by the Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MDS) tragedy. One session will last approximately one hour and is free of charge.

Description: Provides grief and trauma counseling sessions to the Parkland community for those affected by the Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MDS) tragedy. One session will last approximately one hour and is free of charge.

Stroke Support Group

East Sample Road Location

201 East Sample Road, Deerfield Beach, FL, 33064

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 786-7333

Contact Hours: Thurs, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Website

 http://www.browardhealth.org

Description: Provides support and information to those recovering from a stroke, their family members, caregivers, and friends.

Description: Provides support and information to those recovering from a stroke, their family members, caregivers, and friends.

Alzheimer's Support Group

East Sample Road Location

201 East Sample Road, Deerfield Beach, FL, 33064

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 786-7392

Contact Hours: Mon, 10:30 AM - Noon

Website

 http://www.browardhealth.org

Description: Provides support to caregivers, family members, and friends of those with Alzheimer's or Dementia.

Description: Provides support to caregivers, family members, and friends of those with Alzheimer's or Dementia.

Front Porch Parent Fellowship for Caregiver

W Cypress Creek Rd Location

2401 W Cypress Creek Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 556-4739

Contact Hours: Sun, Noon - 2:00 PM

Website

 http://www.calvaryftl.org

Description: SN ONLY - Provides a support group for parents who have children with special needs. Offers family support, outreach education, respite (Kids Night Out), and church development.

Description: SN ONLY - Provides a support group for parents who have children with special needs. Offers family support, outreach education, respite (Kids Night Out), and church development.

Celebrate Recovery - Support Groups

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

Website

 https://locator.crgroups.info

Description: Provides a faith-based program to help those with emotional issues and addictions through a Christian 12-step recovery process. Offers a locator tool to find organizations with Celebrate Recovery support groups locally.

Description: Provides a faith-based program to help those with emotional issues and addictions through a Christian 12-step recovery process. Offers a locator tool to find organizations with Celebrate Recovery support groups locally.

Teen Support Groups

Griffin Road Location

6100 Griffin Road, Davie, FL, 33314

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 262-7111

Website

 http://www.card.miami.edu

Description: SN ONLY - Provides individualized direct assistance through family support, technical assistance and consultation, parent and professional training programs, and public education activities.

Description: SN ONLY - Provides individualized direct assistance through family support, technical assistance and consultation, parent and professional training programs, and public education activities.

Parent Support Groups

Griffin Road Location

6100 Griffin Road, Davie, FL, 33314

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 262-7111

Website

 http://www.card.miami.edu

Description: SN ONLY - Provides various parent support groups to assist families in understanding the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis and network with other families registered with CARD.

Description: SN ONLY - Provides various parent support groups to assist families in understanding the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis and network with other families registered with CARD.

Support Group

West Cypress Creek Road Location

2900 West Cypress Creek Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 601-1930

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.chchearing.org

Description: Provides support groups for late-deafened adults, hard of hearing, hearing parents of children who are deaf.

Description: Provides support groups for late-deafened adults, hard of hearing, hearing parents of children who are deaf.

Family Groups and LIFT from LOSS - Broward

Southwest 36th Street Location

7600 Southwest 36th Street, Davie, FL, 33328

10 Miles—Get Directions

(888) 988-5438

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 https://childbereavement.org/support-groups/grief-support.html

Description: Provides peer support groups to those who have lost a parent, sibling, grandparent, relative, or friend due to illness, accident, suicide, homicide, or those impacted by the Marjory Stoneman Douglas tragedy.

Description: Provides peer support groups to those who have lost a parent, sibling, grandparent, relative, or friend due to illness, accident, suicide, homicide, or those impacted by the Marjory Stoneman Douglas tragedy.

Virtual Grief Support Groups

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33335

14 Miles—Get Directions

(888) 988-5438

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.childbereavement.org

Description: Provides virtual grief support groups.

Description: Provides virtual grief support groups.

Jenna's Friendship Corner

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33335

14 Miles—Get Directions

(212) 448-9494

Website

 https://cbtf.org/friendshipcircle/

Description: Connects survivors and friends the old-fashioned way, through the mail.

Description: Connects survivors and friends the old-fashioned way, through the mail.

Comprehensive Family AIDS Program (CFAP)

South Federal Highway Location

1401 South Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316

16 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 728-1036

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 https://childrensdiagnostic.com/comprehensive-family-aids-program-cfap/

Description: Provides comprehensive primary and specialty care, case management, outreach, support groups, and HIV/AIDS reduction education to families affected by HIV.

Description: Provides comprehensive primary and specialty care, case management, outreach, support groups, and HIV/AIDS reduction education to families affected by HIV.

Navagation

Southeast 6th Avenue Location

959 Southeast 6th Avenue, Deerfield Beach, FL, 33441

18 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 665-6249

Website

 http://www.dfbcommunitycares.org

Description: Assists youth and adults to identify and address personal and community issues by connecting them with supportive services.

Description: Assists youth and adults to identify and address personal and community issues by connecting them with supportive services.

PEP Squad - Parents Empowering Parents

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Hollywood, FL, 33021

16 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 964-4040

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://facebook.com/groups/PEPsquadDRI

Description: Provides a closed Facebook-based support group, connecting families of children with the autoimmune disease type 1 diabetes during various life stages and experiences. The PEP Squad also holds periodic support group meetings.

Description: Provides a closed Facebook-based support group, connecting families of children with the autoimmune disease type 1 diabetes during various life stages and experiences. The PEP Squad also holds periodic support group meetings.

Support Groups

Northeast 3rd Avenue Location

512 Northeast 3rd Avenue, Broward Office, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 779-1509 Ext: 8775537453

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Website

 http://epilepsyalliancefl.org

Description: Provides a variety of monthly support group meetings. Online support groups via Facebook are also available.

Description: Provides a variety of monthly support group meetings. Online support groups via Facebook are also available.

Online Program for Problem Gamblers (OPPG)

Not a Physical Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33306

16 Miles—Get Directions

(888) 236-4848

Contact Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Website

 http://www.gamblinghelp.org

Description: Provides an online gambling supports program titled Online Program for Problem Gambling (OPPG).

Description: Provides an online gambling supports program titled Online Program for Problem Gambling (OPPG).

Survivors of Suicide - Hollywood

South Ocean Drive Location - Room 121

1301 South Ocean Drive, Room 121, Hollywood, FL, 33019

19 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 384-0344

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.fisponline.org

Description: Provides a support group for family and friends of those who have lost loved ones by suicide.

Description: Provides a support group for family and friends of those who have lost loved ones by suicide.

Survivors of Suicide - Imperial Point (Spanish Speaking)

North Federal Highway Location

6401 North Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33308

16 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 384-0344

Contact Hours: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Website

 http://www.fisponline.org

Description: Provides a Spanish speaking support group for family and friends of those who have lost loved ones by suicide.

Description: Provides a Spanish speaking support group for family and friends of those who have lost loved ones by suicide.

Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program

North Dixie Highway Location

5757 North Dixie Highway, Oakland Park, FL, 33334

14 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 734-2000 Ext: 1

Contact Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Website

 http://ftlauderdalebehavioral.com

Description: FOR PROFIT - Provides structured group therapy and education held daily, allowing patients to choose the schedule most convenient for them and is designed for patients with mental health disorders or co-occurring disorders.

Description: FOR PROFIT - Provides structured group therapy and education held daily, allowing patients to choose the schedule most convenient for them and is designed for patients with mental health disorders or co-occurring disorders.

Cancer Support

West Prospect Road Location

4850 West Prospect Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 763-6776

Contact Hours: Mon -Thurs, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri, 8:00 AM -3:00 PM

Website

 http://www.gildasclubsouthflorida.org

Description: Provides cancer support and networking groups, lectures, workshops, where men, women and children living with cancer, along with their families, caregivers, and friends.

Description: Provides cancer support and networking groups, lectures, workshops, where men, women and children living with cancer, along with their families, caregivers, and friends.

Gilda's On the Go

West Prospect Road Location

4850 West Prospect Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 763-6776

Website

 http://www.gildasclubsouthflorida.org

Description: Provides cancer support and networking groups, lectures, and workshops, where men, women, and children living with cancer, along with their families, caregivers, and friends.

Description: Provides cancer support and networking groups, lectures, and workshops, where men, women, and children living with cancer, along with their families, caregivers, and friends.

Silver Care

South Pine Island Road Location

5890 South Pine Island Road, Suite 201, Davie, FL, 33328

10 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 370-2140

Contact Hours: Mon - Thurs, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Fri, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Website

 http://www.jfsbroward.org/services/silvercare

Description: Provides trauma-informed treatment including individualized activities/plans, counseling sessions, social events, community health and wellness services, financial assistance for food and transportation, support groups, and more.

Description: Provides trauma-informed treatment including individualized activities/plans, counseling sessions, social events, community health and wellness services, financial assistance for food and transportation, support groups, and more.

STRIVE Support Group

North Federal Highway Location

4725 North Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33308

16 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 776-3075

Contact Hours: Wed, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Website

 http://www.holy-cross.com

Description: Provides a support group for stroke survivors, their family members, and friends. Meetings are held at the Sister Innocent Conference Center.

Description: Provides a support group for stroke survivors, their family members, and friends. Meetings are held at the Sister Innocent Conference Center.

Virtual Support Groups

North Federal Highway Location

4725 North Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33308

16 Miles—Get Directions

Website

 http://www.holy-cross.com/support-groups

Description: Provides several virtual support groups for bereavement, cancer, and Alzheimer's.

Description: Provides several virtual support groups for bereavement, cancer, and Alzheimer's.

Pet Bereavement Online Support Group

Griffin Road Location

2070 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33312

13 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 266-6848

Contact Hours: Tue, 5:30 PM

Website

 https://humanebroward.com/pet-loss-grieving/

Description: Provides a support group for individuals grieving the loss of a pet.

Description: Provides a support group for individuals grieving the loss of a pet.

LGBT National Hotline

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

(888) 843-4564

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Sat, Noon - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.GLBTNationalHelpCenter.org

Description: Provides telephone and email peer-counseling, as well as factual information and local resources for the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community and those questioning their sexual orientation and gender identity.

Description: Provides telephone and email peer-counseling, as well as factual information and local resources for the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community and those questioning their sexual orientation and gender identity.

LGBT National Youth Talkline

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

(800) 246-7743

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Sat, Noon - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.GLBTNationalHelpCenter.org

Description: Provides telephone and email peer-counseling, as well as factual information and local resources for the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender youth and those questioning their sexual orientation through age 25.

Description: Provides telephone and email peer-counseling, as well as factual information and local resources for the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender youth and those questioning their sexual orientation through age 25.

In-Person Family Support Group

West Atlantic Boulevard Location

5400 West Atlantic Boulevard, Margate, FL, 33063

11 Miles—Get Directions

(561) 692-9727

Contact Hours: Mon, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Website

 http://learn2cope.org

Description: Provides a peer-led support group that offers education and resources for family members and friends who have loved ones affected by substance use disorder.

Description: Provides a peer-led support group that offers education and resources for family members and friends who have loved ones affected by substance use disorder.

Socially Active Youth (SAY) Support Group

North Flamingo Road Location - Outpatient Rehab Conference Room

703 North Flamingo Road, Outpatient Rehab Conference Rm, Pembroke Pines, FL, 33028

11 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 844-9830

Contact Hours: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Last Fri of each month)

Website

 http://www.mhs.net

Description: Provides a support group for teenagers with physical disabilities. Teenagers will learn strategies to overcome daily struggles while being socially active with others.

Description: Provides a support group for teenagers with physical disabilities. Teenagers will learn strategies to overcome daily struggles while being socially active with others.

Memorial Regional South - Stroke Support Group

Washington Street Location

3600 Washington Street, Hollywood, FL, 33021

16 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 518-5725

Contact Hours: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Website

 http://www.mhs.net

Description: Provides information to individuals recovering from a stroke, their family members, and friends. Guest speakers educate participants on available therapies and community resources.

Description: Provides information to individuals recovering from a stroke, their family members, and friends. Guest speakers educate participants on available therapies and community resources.

Cancer Support Groups

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Hollywood, FL, 33021

16 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 265-4325

Contact Hours: Varies by support group

Website

 http://www.mhs.net/services/cancer/cancer-support-services/support-groups

Description: Coordinates supports groups of patients, family members and caregivers to discuss various cancer-related topics in-person and online.

Description: Coordinates supports groups of patients, family members and caregivers to discuss various cancer-related topics in-person and online.

Childbirth Education

Taft Street Location

7031 Taft Street, Hollywood, FL, 33024

14 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 276-0845

Contact Hours: (Classes: 3 Fri a month) 10:00 AM -1:00 PM (Call to confirm schedule)

Website

 http://www.mhs.net

Description: Provides ten classes on pregnancy topics like nutrition, hospital procedures, comfort measures, infant care, safe baby, breastfeeding, family planning, and a class baby shower to wrap up the series.

Description: Provides ten classes on pregnancy topics like nutrition, hospital procedures, comfort measures, infant care, safe baby, breastfeeding, family planning, and a class baby shower to wrap up the series.

Kinship Initiatives Support Services

Taft Street Location

7031 Taft Street, Hollywood, FL, 33024

14 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 276-0839

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri (By appointment with families)

Website

 http://www.mhs.net

Description: Provides services required to maintain a stable home for kinship families. A kinship caregiver is raising a child or children because the biological parent(s) cannot do so.

Description: Provides services required to maintain a stable home for kinship families. A kinship caregiver is raising a child or children because the biological parent(s) cannot do so.

Nurse Family Partnership

Taft Street Location

7031 Taft Street, Hollywood, FL, 33024

14 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 276-0845

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Website

 http://www.mhs.net

Description: Provides first-time pregnant women education and support during pregnancy, post-birth up to two years in-home service by a registered nurse.

Description: Provides first-time pregnant women education and support during pregnancy, post-birth up to two years in-home service by a registered nurse.

Bereavement/Grief Counseling

West Cypress Creek Road Location - Suite B - 106

2700 West Cypress Creek Road, Suite B-106, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 514-7569

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9a-5p evening and weekend appointments

Website

 http://mahcs.com

Description: FOR PROFIT - Provides bereavement/grief counseling for children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced the death of a loved one.

Description: FOR PROFIT - Provides bereavement/grief counseling for children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced the death of a loved one.

MS Support Group

6520 N Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

14 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 776-6805

Contact Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-7pm (Call for support group hours and locations)

Website

 http://msfocus.org

Description: Provides information and support to individuals with Multiple Sclerosis and their family and friends.

Description: Provides information and support to individuals with Multiple Sclerosis and their family and friends.

Family Support Groups

Northwest 5th Street Location - Suite 203

4161 Northwest 5th Street, Suite 203, Plantation, FL, 33317

10 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 316-9907

Website

 http://www.namibroward.org

Description: Provides a peer-led support group for family members, caregivers, and loved ones living with mental illness.

Description: Provides a peer-led support group for family members, caregivers, and loved ones living with mental illness.

Peer-To-Peer

Northwest 5th Street Location - Suite 203

4161 Northwest 5th Street, Suite 203, Plantation, FL, 33317

10 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 316-9907

Website

 http://www.namibroward.org

Description: Provides a 10-week peer-led recovery-focused educational program for adults who wish to establish and maintain wellness in response to mental health challenges.

Description: Provides a 10-week peer-led recovery-focused educational program for adults who wish to establish and maintain wellness in response to mental health challenges.

Connection Recovery Support Groups

Northwest 6th Street Location

2520 Northwest 6th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 316-9907

Contact Hours: Mon, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Website

 http://www.namibroward.org

Description: Provides a weekly recovery support group for people living with mental illness in which people learn from each others' experiences, share coping strategies, and offer each other encouragement and understanding.

Description: Provides a weekly recovery support group for people living with mental illness in which people learn from each others' experiences, share coping strategies, and offer each other encouragement and understanding.

Connection Recovery Support Groups

Northwest 5th Street Location - Suite 203

4161 Northwest 5th Street, Suite 203, Plantation, FL, 33317

10 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 316-9907

Website

 http://www.namibroward.org

Description: Provides a weekly recovery support group for people living with mental illness in which people learn from each others' experiences, share coping strategies, and offer each other encouragement and understanding.

Description: Provides a weekly recovery support group for people living with mental illness in which people learn from each others' experiences, share coping strategies, and offer each other encouragement and understanding.

Family Support Group - Spanish

Northwest 5th Street Location - Suite 203

4161 Northwest 5th Street, Suite 203, Plantation, FL, 33317

10 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 316-9907

Website

 http://www.namibroward.org

Description: Provides a support group meeting in Spanish for caregivers of individuals with mental illness. Family members can speak frankly about their challenges and help one another through their learned wisdom.

Description: Provides a support group meeting in Spanish for caregivers of individuals with mental illness. Family members can speak frankly about their challenges and help one another through their learned wisdom.

Ending the Silence

Northwest 5th Street Location - Suite 203

4161 Northwest 5th Street, Suite 203, Plantation, FL, 33317

10 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 316-9907

Website

 http://www.namibroward.org

Description: Provides a support group designed to allow teens to learn about mental illness, including a 50-minute presentation and testimonies from young adults living with mental illness and their recovery journey.

Description: Provides a support group designed to allow teens to learn about mental illness, including a 50-minute presentation and testimonies from young adults living with mental illness and their recovery journey.

Connection Recovery Support Group - After Work

Northwest 46th Avenue Location

301 Northwest 46th Avenue, Plantation, FL, 33317

10 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 316-9907

Contact Hours: Mon, 7:00 PM

Website

 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLUm81OnMrBHGGbaflBn9djXelXFtp0kHAiSGUlo0MBHD5MA/viewform

Description: Provides an evening support group to destress, have open discussions and sharing experiences.

Description: Provides an evening support group to destress, have open discussions and sharing experiences.

Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group

Northwest 2nd Street Location - 227

227 Northwest 2nd Street, Deerfield Beach, FL, 33441

18 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 480-4463

Contact Hours: Wed, 10:00 AM - Noon

Website

 http://www.deerfield-beach.com/40/Active-Aging-NEFP

Description: Provides a support group where members are encouraged to share information, coping techniques, and offer mutual support. Training to cope with memory related disorders is provided, as well as information on community resources and services.

Description: Provides a support group where members are encouraged to share information, coping techniques, and offer mutual support. Training to cope with memory related disorders is provided, as well as information on community resources and services.

Support Groups For Seniors

Northwest 10th Street Location

6009 Northwest 10th Street, Margate, FL, 33063

11 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 973-0300

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Website

 http://www.margatefl.com

Description: Provides support groups for seniors.

Description: Provides support groups for seniors.

Bereavement Support Group

Northwest 10th Street Location

6009 Northwest 10th Street, Margate, FL, 33063

11 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 973-0300

Website

 http://www.margatefl.com

Description: Provides support to anyone experiencing grief due to the loss of a loved one.

Description: Provides support to anyone experiencing grief due to the loss of a loved one.

Individual and Group Counseling

Northwest 10th Street Location

6009 Northwest 10th Street, Margate, FL, 33063

11 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 973-0300

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Website

 http://www.margatefl.com

Description: Provides individual counseling and support groups for seniors who are having difficulty coping. A caregiver support group is also offered.

Description: Provides individual counseling and support groups for seniors who are having difficulty coping. A caregiver support group is also offered.

Parkinson's Communication Group

South Pine Island Road Location

5850 South Pine Island Road, Davie, FL, 33328

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 262-7707

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.nova.edu

Description: Provides opportunity for group practice of exercises and strategies for improving speech clarity, memory, attention, and swallowing due to difficulty related to Parkinson's disease and related disorders.

Description: Provides opportunity for group practice of exercises and strategies for improving speech clarity, memory, attention, and swallowing due to difficulty related to Parkinson's disease and related disorders.

Parkinson's Communication Group

Griffin Road Location

6100 Griffin Road, Davie, FL, 33314

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 262-7707

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.nova.edu

Description: Provides opportunity for group practice of exercises and strategies for improving speech clarity, memory, attention, and swallowing due to difficulty related to Parkinson's disease and related disorders.

Description: Provides opportunity for group practice of exercises and strategies for improving speech clarity, memory, attention, and swallowing due to difficulty related to Parkinson's disease and related disorders.

Aphasia Caregiver Support Group

Griffin Road Location

6100 Griffin Road, Davie, FL, 33314

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 262-7707

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.nova.edu

Description: Provides support and information to family and friends of people with aphasia due to stroke.

Description: Provides support and information to family and friends of people with aphasia due to stroke.

Parenting Your Angry Child

North Dixie Highway Location - 817 - Suite 102

817 North Dixie Highway, Suite 102, Pompano Beach, FL, 33060

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 785-8285 Ext: 0

Contact Hours: Sat, 2:00 PM

Website

 http://www.pircinc.org

Description: Provides a weekly parenting support group for children who are out of control.

Description: Provides a weekly parenting support group for children who are out of control.

Active Aging Program

North Dixie Highway Location

2040 North Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors, FL, 33305

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 463-9005 Ext: 109

Contact Hours: Monday - Friday 10:00 - 5:00 pm

Website

 http://www.pridecenterflorida.org/community-programs/senior-advisory-council/

Description: Provides a weekly gathering for LGBTQ seniors called the Coffee & Conversation program and the Annual Active Aging Health Expo that offers a comprehensive overview of community resources such as health, finance, insurance, legal, travel, en

Description: Provides a weekly gathering for LGBTQ seniors called the Coffee & Conversation program and the Annual Active Aging Health Expo that offers a comprehensive overview of community resources such as health, finance, insurance, legal, travel, en

Meeting Rooms

North Dixie Highway Location

2040 North Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors, FL, 33305

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 463-9005 Ext: 101

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Website

 http://www.pridecenterflorida.org

Description: Provides a meeting place for monthly support groups.

Description: Provides a meeting place for monthly support groups.

BCPS School Staff Support Group

Trails End Location

10561 Trails End, Pine Trails Park, Parkland, FL, 33076

10 Miles—Get Directions

(754) 321-1590

Website

 http://www.browardschools.com

Description: Provides trauma support groups for Broward County Public School staff after the Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) tragedy.

Description: Provides trauma support groups for Broward County Public School staff after the Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) tragedy.

STUDENT Support Group (Grades 9-12)

Trails End Location

10561 Trails End, Pine Trails Park, Parkland, FL, 33076

10 Miles—Get Directions

(754) 321-1590

Website

 http://www.browardschools.com

Description: Provides trauma support groups for students of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) school tragedy.

Description: Provides trauma support groups for students of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) school tragedy.

PARENT Support Group

Trails End Location

10561 Trails End, Pine Trails Park, Parkland, FL, 33076

10 Miles—Get Directions

(754) 321-1590

Website

 http://www.browardschools.com

Description: Provides parent trauma support groups for the Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) school shooting.

Description: Provides parent trauma support groups for the Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) school shooting.

Knitting Support Group

Trails End Location

10561 Trails End, Pine Trails Park, Parkland, FL, 33076

10 Miles—Get Directions

(754) 321-1590

Website

 http://www.browardschools.com

Description: Provides parent knitting trauma support groups for the Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) school tragedy.

Description: Provides parent knitting trauma support groups for the Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) school tragedy.

Wellness Center - Support Group for Co-Infected Adults

Northeast 6th Avenue Location

2921 Northeast 6th Avenue, Wellness Center of SF Svcs, Wilton Manors, FL, 33334

14 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 612-3653

Contact Hours: (Support Group) Tue, 7:30pm-9pm (See description)

Website

 http://www.wellnesscentersouthflorida.org

Description: Provides a support group for co-infected adults (HIV positive and Hepatitis B and C).

Description: Provides a support group for co-infected adults (HIV positive and Hepatitis B and C).

Wellness Center - Support Group for HIV Positive Gay Men

Northeast 6th Avenue Location

2921 Northeast 6th Avenue, Wellness Center of SF Svcs, Wilton Manors, FL, 33334

14 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 612-3653

Contact Hours: (Support Group) Thu, 7pm-8:30pm (See description)

Website

 http://www.wellnesscentersouthflorida.org/Home_Page.html

Description: Provides a support group for HIV-positive gay men.

Description: Provides a support group for HIV-positive gay men.

Caregivers Support Group

Northwest 103rd Avenue Location

301 Northwest 103rd Avenue, Pembroke Pines, FL, 33026

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 450-6888

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Website

 http://www.ppines.com

Description: Provides support to caregivers, family members and friends of those afflicted with Alzheimer's disease; frailty or beginning dementia.

Description: Provides support to caregivers, family members and friends of those afflicted with Alzheimer's disease; frailty or beginning dementia.

Online Support Groups

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Pembroke Pines, FL, 33024

14 Miles—Get Directions

(925) 715-7731

Website

 http://starlegacyfoundation.org

Description: Provides live, interactive, online support groups for families who have experienced a perinatal loss and for individuals experiencing a pregnancy after a loss.

Description: Provides live, interactive, online support groups for families who have experienced a perinatal loss and for individuals experiencing a pregnancy after a loss.

Adult Support Groups

Wilton Drive Location

2312 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL, 33305

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 764-5150

Website

 http://www.sunserve.org

Description: Provides Transgender, Women 4 Women, and Men Empowerment support groups.

Description: Provides Transgender, Women 4 Women, and Men Empowerment support groups.

Youth Support - Sunserve Youth Group Meetings

Southwest 9th Street Location

1480 Southwest 9th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33315

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 764-5150 Ext: 204

Contact Hours: Tues, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Website

 http://www.sunserve.org

Description: Support group meetings that focuses on issues of interest to LGTBQ youth.

Description: Support group meetings that focuses on issues of interest to LGTBQ youth.

Youth Support - Youth Therapy Services

Southwest 9th Street Location

1480 Southwest 9th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33315

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 764-5150 Ext: 204

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.sunserve.org

Description: Provides therapist specializing in working with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender non-conforming or questioning youth and young adults and assisting their families.

Description: Provides therapist specializing in working with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender non-conforming or questioning youth and young adults and assisting their families.

Transgender Services

Wilton Drive Location

2312 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL, 33305

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 764-5150 Ext: 126

Contact Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.sunserve.org

Description: Assists with all aspects of transgender issues, including resources, referrals to medical professionals, and advocacy to the trans community in all stages of transitioning (persons currently transitioning, are considering transitioning.

Description: Assists with all aspects of transgender issues, including resources, referrals to medical professionals, and advocacy to the trans community in all stages of transitioning (persons currently transitioning, are considering transitioning.

Safe Harbor

Wilton Drive Location

2312 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL, 33305

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 764-5150

Contact Hours: Tues, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Website

 http://www.sunserve.org

Description: Provides a therapeutic group for gay, biseual and transgender men.

Description: Provides a therapeutic group for gay, biseual and transgender men.

Alateen

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33308

16 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 491-1915

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.southfloridaal-anon.org/meetings.htm

Description: Provides support groups designed for teenagers who live with an alcoholic family member. Teens are encouraged to develop self-esteem and not to feel burdened with the issue.

Description: Provides support groups designed for teenagers who live with an alcoholic family member. Teens are encouraged to develop self-esteem and not to feel burdened with the issue.

Codependency Anonymous (CoDA)

East Sample Road Location

1111 East Sample Road, Pompano Beach, FL, 33441

18 Miles—Get Directions

(602) 277-7991

Website

 http://coda.org

Description: Provides a support group locator and various programs of recovery based on 12-steps for codependency.

Description: Provides a support group locator and various programs of recovery based on 12-steps for codependency.

Al-Anon Family Groups

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33308

16 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 491-1915

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.southfloridaal-anon.org

Description: Provides a support group that helps families of alcoholics practice the 12-step program and share information about living with an alcoholic family member.

Description: Provides a support group that helps families of alcoholics practice the 12-step program and share information about living with an alcoholic family member.

Parents of Murdered Children

Hollywood Boulevard Location

3250 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, FL, 33027

15 Miles—Get Directions

Description: Provides support to those experiencing grief due to the murder of a loved one. A counselor assists group members in sharing their feelings of loss and anger. In addition, special seminars are held for the professional community.

Description: Provides support to those experiencing grief due to the murder of a loved one. A counselor assists group members in sharing their feelings of loss and anger. In addition, special seminars are held for the professional community.

Cancer Support - Pembroke Pines

South Flamingo Road Location

801 South Flamingo Road, Suite 10, Pembroke Pines, FL, 33334

14 Miles—Get Directions

Description: Provides a support group for adults who have been diagnosed with any form of cancer and for their family members. Meetings emphasize support, discussion, education and coping skills.

Description: Provides a support group for adults who have been diagnosed with any form of cancer and for their family members. Meetings emphasize support, discussion, education and coping skills.

Cancer Support - American Cancer Society

Commercial Boulevard Location

3363 Commercial Boulevard, Suite 100, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 564-0880

Website

 http://cancer.findhelp.com

Description: Provides emotional support and education to cancer patients, family and friends. Group members interact with each other and express their emotions and feelings. Several groups located through out the County.

Description: Provides emotional support and education to cancer patients, family and friends. Group members interact with each other and express their emotions and feelings. Several groups located through out the County.

Breast Cancer Support - Pembroke Pines

North Flamingo Road Location

603 North Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines, FL, 33028

11 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 844-9736

Contact Hours: Wed, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Description: Provides a women-only support group brings together women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, whether they are newly diagnosed, in remission or breast cancer survivors

Description: Provides a women-only support group brings together women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, whether they are newly diagnosed, in remission or breast cancer survivors

Cancer Support - Spanish Speaking

East Sample Road Location

201 East Sample Road, North Broward Medical Center, Pompano Beach, FL, 33064

15 Miles—Get Directions

(754) 366-6219

Contact Hours: (1st Mon of each month) 6pm

Website

 http://cancer.org/espanol

Description: Provides support to Hispanic female cancer patients, family and friends. Group members interact with each other and express their emotions and feelings.

Description: Provides support to Hispanic female cancer patients, family and friends. Group members interact with each other and express their emotions and feelings.

Cancer Survivor and Family Group - Pompano Beach

East Sample Road Location

201 East Sample Road, Deerfield Beach, FL, 33064

15 Miles—Get Directions

Description: Provides support to the families and friends of those diagnosed with cancer.

Description: Provides support to the families and friends of those diagnosed with cancer.

Cancer Support - Patients Undergoing Treatment

East Sample Road Location

201 East Sample Road, Deerfield Beach, FL, 33064

15 Miles—Get Directions

Description: Provides a wellness group for cancer patients currently undergoing treatment.

Description: Provides a wellness group for cancer patients currently undergoing treatment.

Lung Cancer Support - Better Breathers

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 524-4657

Website

 http://www.lung.org/help-support/better-breathers-club

Description: Provides an opportunity for lung disease patients and their families to meet and learn about their condition from concerned health care professionals in a supportive environment.

Description: Provides an opportunity for lung disease patients and their families to meet and learn about their condition from concerned health care professionals in a supportive environment.

LAMBDA South - 12 Step Programs

East Las Olas Boulevard Location

1231-A East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

15 Miles—Get Directions

Website

 http://www.lambdasouth.com

Description: Provides a meeting place primarily for LGBTQ community. Programs include AA; Adult Children of Alcoholics; Al-Anon; Crystal Meth Anonymous; Compulsive Sex Addicts Anonymous; Co-Dependents Anonymous; NA

Description: Provides a meeting place primarily for LGBTQ community. Programs include AA; Adult Children of Alcoholics; Al-Anon; Crystal Meth Anonymous; Compulsive Sex Addicts Anonymous; Co-Dependents Anonymous; NA

Friends and Family of HIV Patients - PLWA

Southwest 27th Street Location

330 Southwest 27th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33315

15 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 462-2004

Contact Hours: Fri, 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Description: Provides support to family members and friends of those living with HIV/AIDS.

Description: Provides support to family members and friends of those living with HIV/AIDS.

Heterosexual HIV Support Groups

Northeast 6th Avenue Location

2921 Northeast 6th Avenue, Wilton Manors, FL, 33311

12 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 568-0152

Contact Hours: Wed, 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Description: Provides a safe environment where HIV positive heterosexuals can support each other and exchange information.

Description: Provides a safe environment where HIV positive heterosexuals can support each other and exchange information.

Children with Cystic Fibrosis Support - Hollywood

Johnson Street Location

3501 Johnson Street, Hollywood, FL, 33021

17 Miles—Get Directions

Description: Provides support and encouragement to children with cystic fibrosis. Educational information is provided by the facilitator.

Description: Provides support and encouragement to children with cystic fibrosis. Educational information is provided by the facilitator.

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Support Group

Not a Physical Location

Not a Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

12 Miles—Get Directions

Description: Provides a support group sponsored by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Description: Provides a support group sponsored by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Heart Disease Group - Mended Hearts

Johnson Street Location

3501 Johnson Street, Hollywood, FL, 33021

17 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 981-6346

Website

 http://mendedhearts.org/peer-support-for-young-adults-with-heart-disease/

Description: Provides support and education to those who have had, or expect to have, heart surgery and their families.

Description: Provides support and education to those who have had, or expect to have, heart surgery and their families.

Neurofibromatosis Group - NF Center

East Sample Road Location

201 East Sample Road, 3rd Floor, Deerfield Beach, FL, 33064

15 Miles—Get Directions

Description: Provides support and information to those with NF and their families. Members share their feelings, experiences and receive information about evaluation and treatment options, in meetings or through a phone support network.

Description: Provides support and information to those with NF and their families. Members share their feelings, experiences and receive information about evaluation and treatment options, in meetings or through a phone support network.

Eating Disorders Support Group - Palm Beach

Southwest 18th Street Location

6301 Southwest 18th Street, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Boca Raton, FL, 33433

17 Miles—Get Directions

Description: Provides support to those who have, or think they may have, an eating disorder. All types of problems are discussed.

Description: Provides support to those who have, or think they may have, an eating disorder. All types of problems are discussed.

Parent Education and Support Groups

East Sample Road Location

1111 East Sample Road, Pompano Beach, FL, 33064

15 Miles—Get Directions

(855) 862-9236 Ext: 1

Website

 http://www.thetobycenter.org

Description: Provides support group for separation, divorce, co-parenting, dating, and other adjustments.

Description: Provides support group for separation, divorce, co-parenting, dating, and other adjustments.

Kids Konnected - Cancer Support

Not A Physical Location

Not A Physical Location, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33310

15 Miles—Get Directions

(800) 899-2866

Contact Hours: 24/7

Description: A 24 hour hotline where kids who have a parent with cancer can call and talk to other kids that understanding what they are experiencing.

Description: A 24 hour hotline where kids who have a parent with cancer can call and talk to other kids that understanding what they are experiencing.

Grief Support Groups

Northwest 39th Avenue Location

4341 Northwest 39th Avenue, Coconut Creek, FL, 33073

14 Miles—Get Directions

(954) 978-2390

Contact Hours: Tue - Fri, 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM, Sat, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Website

 http://www.tomorrowsrainbow.org

Description: Offers peer-facilitated grief support groups on a miniature horse farm for those impacted by the Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) tragedy, Deerfield Beach HS tragedy, COVID - 19, Surfside building collapse or other traumatic events.

Description: Offers peer-facilitated grief support groups on a miniature horse farm for those impacted by the Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) tragedy, Deerfield Beach HS tragedy, COVID - 19, Surfside building collapse or other traumatic events.

Camp Good Grief

West Palmetto Park Road Location

1531 West Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton, FL, 33486

19 Miles—Get Directions

(561) 227-5175

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://trustbridge.com

Description: Provides clinically sound intervention as well as a nurturing environment. A support group is held concurrently for parents off-grounds.

Description: Provides clinically sound intervention as well as a nurturing environment. A support group is held concurrently for parents off-grounds.

Bereavement Support Groups

West Palmetto Park Road Location

1531 West Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton, FL, 33486

19 Miles—Get Directions

(561) 416-4468

Contact Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://trustbridge.com

Description: Provides several bereavement support groups.

Description: Provides several bereavement support groups.

Special Needs

Not a Physical Location

PO Box 3588, Lantana, FL, 33465

32 Miles—Get Directions

(561) 383-1111

Contact Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Website

 http://www.211palmbeach.org

Description: Provides information and referrals for children with special needs, providing parents and caregivers support.

Description: Provides information and referrals for children with special needs, providing parents and caregivers support.

Support Group

Not a Physical Location

PO Box 382035, Miami, FL, 33238

26 Miles—Get Directions

(305) 836-3408

Contact Hours: Mon - Thurs, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Description: Provides a support group for individuals who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.

Description: Provides a support group for individuals who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.

Katherine Elizabeth Foundation

Northeast 30th Avenue Location

20381 Northeast 30th Avenue, Suite 120, Aventura, FL, 33180

21 Miles—Get Directions

Description: Provides individual support and healing to families that have encountered a negative or fatal prenatal diagnosis through the term of the pregnancy, after birth and in the event of death of their infant.

Description: Provides individual support and healing to families that have encountered a negative or fatal prenatal diagnosis through the term of the pregnancy, after birth and in the event of death of their infant.

Support Group

Not a Physical Location

Call for location

(407) 415-8757

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://afsp.org/find-a-support-group

Description: Provides support for survivors who have lost a loved one to suicide through support groups and a Survivor Outreach Program.

Description: Provides support for survivors who have lost a loved one to suicide through support groups and a Survivor Outreach Program.

Florida Spinal Cord Injury Resource Center

Tampa General Circle Location

6 Tampa General Circle, Rm 212, Tampa General Rehabilitation C, Tampa, FL, 33606

177 Miles—Get Directions

(866) 313-2940

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 http://www.floridahealth.gov

Description: Provides statewide information and referral, community support, and advocacy for spinal cord injury survivors and their families.

Description: Provides statewide information and referral, community support, and advocacy for spinal cord injury survivors and their families.

Survivors of Suicide Group

Southeast 24th Street Location

218 Southeast 24th Street, Gainesville, FL, 32641

266 Miles—Get Directions

(352) 264-6761

Contact Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Website

 https://alachuacounty.us/depts/css/crisiscenter/pages/crisiscenter.aspx

Description: Offers a support group for survivors who have lost someone to suicide.

Description: Offers a support group for survivors who have lost someone to suicide.