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As programs are subject to change, we recommend calling in advance to register.

Better Breather's Club
Bereavement Support Group for Pregnancy and Loss
Montachusett Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
Overeaters Anonymous
Patient/Family Cancer Support Group
Postpartum Support Group
SMART Recovery
Stroke Support Group
Widowhood Support Group

Better Breather's Club
Support group for people with breathing problems or lung disease and/or their family members and friends. Guest speakers every meeting. Light refreshments served.

Day/Time:   First Friday of each month, April - November, 1 - 2 pm
Location:  Leominster Campus, Guild Conference Room
Call:  978-466-2840

Bereavement Support Group for Pregnancy and Loss
Support group for people who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth or the death of a newborn. Parents may choose to talk or just listen. 

Day/Time:   Tuesdays, 7 - 8:30 pm
Location:  Fidelity Bank Conference Room, 9 Leominster Connector, Leominster
Call:  978-466-2195

Montachusett Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
Day/Time: Last Friday of each month, 11 am - 12:30 pm
Location:  Burbank Campus, Trustees Room
Call:  978-345-8659

Overeaters Anonymous

Day/Time: Sundays, 7 - 8 pm
Location:  The Highlands
Call:  978-840-0030
Day/Time:   Saturdays, 8 - 9:30 am and 10 - 11 am
Location: Leominster Campus, Conference Room 1
Call: 978-840-0030

Patient/Family Cancer Support Group
This group offers an opportunity for patients and family members to share their experiences of living with cancer and to find ways to address cancer-related problems. Members can join at anytime and attend as many of the monthly sessions as are helpful. Patients undergoing cancer treatment, and their family and friends are invited. Group is facilitated by a HealthAlliance Hospital volunteer and trained counselor. Free of charge.

Day/Time:   Third Thursday of each month, 5 - 6:30 pm
Location:  Burbank Campus, Simonds-Sinon Regional Cancer Center, ACS Resource Center
Call:  978-343-5442

Postpartum Support Group
Offered  by the Birthing Center at HealthAlliance Hospital and facilitated by childbirth professionals, this group offers a chance for new moms to find new friends, receive peer support and get current information on infant development and nutrition. Topics include: returning to work, choosing childcare, breastfeeding support, relationship issues, finding the best sales and the newest gadgets, basic parenting skills and having fun with your baby. Light refreshments served.

Day/Time:   Wednesdays, 10:30 am - noon
Location:  Leominster Campus, Guild Conference Room
Call:  978-466-2346

SMART Recovery
The purpose is to help individuals quit addictive behaviors, substances or activities by teaching them how to change their thinking process and dealing with emotions, and to work toward long-term satisfaction and happiness.

Day/Time:   Tuesdays, 7:30 - 9 pm
Location:  Leominster Campus, Conference Room 1
Call:  781-891-7574
Web: http://www.smartrecovery.org/

Stroke Support Group

Day/Time:   Third Wednesday of each month, March - December, 6 - 7:30 pm
Location:  Simonds-Simon Regional Cancer Center, Brian Bergevin Conference Room, 275 Nichols Road, Fitchburg
Call:  978-343-5005

Widowhood Support Group
Day/Time:   Thursdays, 2 - 4 pm
Location:  Montachusett Home Care, 680 Mechanic Street, Leominster
Call:  Peter Salvia, 978-537-7411

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