Support Groups
RHCI recognizes the benefit of support groups for individuals seeking useful information and emotional support for a variety of conditions and concerns. The following is a list of support groups that currently meet at our main hospital facility.
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Every Saturday from 9:30 - 10:30
Aphasia Community Group
- Meet on the first Wednesday of the month, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., in the second floor dining room. No meeting in July and August .
- For individuals with Aphasia, their families and members of the health care community
- For information, call Jan Sullivan at (508) 833–4268
- Meet on the fourth Thursday of the month, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
- For information, call Ellen Gillis, LICSW at (617) 875-2963
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous
- Meet every Sunday from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
- New members welcome.
- For information, contact Karen at 508-564-4144 or Elaine at (508) 778-0008
Mild Brain Injury and Aneurysm Support Group
- Meet on the third Saturday of each month, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
- Forum for education, sharing of information and resources, and support
- For persons with traumatic or acquired mild brain injury and their families.
- For information, please call Jenny Stickney (508) 833-4241
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
- Meet on the third Sunday of the month, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
- Provides support for persons with MS and their families
- For information, call June Sylvia at (508) 420-0755 or Paula Murphy at (508) 477-6048
Stroke Peer Visitation Program
The Stroke Peer Visitation Program expands the range of services RHCI offers for stroke survivors and their families.
- Program offered in conjunction with National Stroke Association
- Specially trained volunteers provide support and education through home visits
- Visits may also be made to stroke survivors in assisted living facilities and nursing homes
- The program is intended for people who are not able to attend hospital or community-based support groups
- Training available for those wishing to become Stroke Peer Visitors
For information about volunteering or arranging a visit, call RHCI at (508) 833-4043.
Stroke Survivors' Support Group
- Meet the second Wednesday of each month, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
- Forum for education, discussion and support
- Facilitators: James Graham and Leanne Vasconcellos, stroke survivors
- For information, please call (508) 833-4043 or email Jim at jgrahamstroke@comcast.net
- Meet on the third Tuesday of the month, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
- For spouses of persons with chronic diseases and disabling conditions
- For information, call Gilbert Martin or Assistant Nancy Siebert at (508) 833-2833
