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Other Local Support Groups
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For Families

C.H.A.D.D. - ADHD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) Support Group for Parents of Children & Teens with ADHD

​A group providing information, resources, and support in a safe environment where everyone can feel understood. 

Where: Online, email for link
When: 6:30 - 7:30pm, 2nd Wednesday of each month
Duration: Ongoing


​Email for info: [email protected] 
Facebook: @SantaCruzADHD
For more information, contact Judy Brenis: [email protected]
Website: ​Santa Cruz ADHD Support Group

​Parents with Hope
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If you are a parent, grandparent, uncle, aunt, or friend of someone who is suffering from abuse of alcohol or other drugs, and/or mental health issues, Parents with Hope is for you. Parents with Hope is a place for you to share your experiences, find hope and strength, and find ways to become more functional and healthy. The group is registered with the national Al-Anon Family Groups. 

Where: Inner Light Center, 5630 Soquel Drive, Soquel
When: Sundays, 6:30 - 7:45pm


For information: Rachel at (831) 688-1792.

Family Grace at Twin Lakes Church

Family Grace is a Christian-based Support Group for family members who have a loved one with mental health difficulties or disorders. 

Where: Twin Lakes Church and online
When: 
Monday 1/27, 7:00 p.m.​

​https://www.tlc.org/care/

Nar-Anon Meetings
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Support for friends and families affected by someone else's addiction. Groups meet in Aptos and Santa Cruz.  
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HELPLINE: 831-291-5099

​Al-Anon Meetings

The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends  who share their experience, strength, and hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe substance abuse is a family illness and that changed attitudes can aid recovery. For complete meeting schedule.

​Newcomers to Al-Anon Info

Compassionate Friends 

Supporting families after the loss of a child.
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​​(831) 332-9893
http://www.tcfsantacruz.com

WINGS

For anyone in Santa Cruz County who has lost a loved one to suicide.
Please call Suicide Prevention of the Central Coast at (831)-459-9373 to learn how to join a group.
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https://fsa-cc.org/suicide-prevention-service/if-you-have-lost-someone/

For Peers

C.H.A.D.D. - Adults with ADHD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) Support Group 
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A group providing information, resources, and support in a safe environment where everyone can feel understood. 

Where: Online, email for link
When: 6:30 - 7:30pm, 4th Wednesday of each month
​Duration: Ongoing

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​Email for info: [email protected]
Facebook: @SantaCruzADHD
For more information, contact Judy Brenis: [email protected]
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Website: Santa Cruz ADHD Support Group

Mental Health Client Action Network (MHCAN) 
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MHCAN is a peer run, self-help, drop-in center.  They offer many support groups and activities for all ages.

​1051 Cayuga St, Santa Cruz

9:00 am - 2:00 pm M,T,Th,F
(831) 469-0462

http://mhcan.org

Living Grace at Twin Lakes Church

Family Grace is a facilitated peer support group for individuals living with mental health difficulties and disorders. It is Christian-based. You can join anytime during this eight week group- drop ins are always welcome!

Where: Twin Lakes Church and online
When: 
Monday 1/27, 7:00 p.m.​

https://www.tlc.org/care/

Dual Recovery Anonymous DRA
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A place for those wanting to stop using alcohol/ other drugs and a desire to manage an emotional or psychiatric condition.

Where: The Avenues Program, 12 Carr St. Watsonville
When: M, T, Th, F at 9:30am

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(831) 768-8132 ext. 306

SOS (Survivors of Suicide)
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831-459-9373

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