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Apr 24 all-day
CA/OSA – Help Line
Need Help? There is a solution!
To Reach the CA/OSA – Email Help Line, Use the Link Below
helpline@ca-online.org
Cocaine Anonymous is a Fellowship of, by, and for addicts seeking recovery. Friends and Family of addicts should contact Co-Anon Family Groups, a Fellowship dedicated to their much different needs. Some items contained in these pages are published with permission of C.A. World Services, Inc., but this does not imply endorsement of this website by the C.A. World Service Conference or the C.A. World Service Office. The information provided within this website is intended to be a convenience for those who visit our website. Such inclusion does not constitute or imply endorsement by, or affiliation with, the Area or the Districts within. “Cocaine Anonymous World Service Conference Approved Literature. Copyright © 2022 Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. “C.A.”, “Cocaine Anonymous” and the C.A. logo are registered trademarks of Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. All rights reserved.” “In the spirit of Tradition Six, C.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution. As such, in the Area, District, Service Committees of Cocaine Anonymous and Cocaine Anonymous as a whole does not endorse and is not affiliated with or any of the companies and/or services offered on the site. Any links to external websites or services are only provided as a convenience to our members.”
Apr 24 all-day
ADHD Makers
Discord Group
Open 24/7
Where: Discord (https://discord.gg/gmjrHekWPs)
When: Always!
ADHD often comes with a large variety of interests and hobbies. In this group, we can easily celebrate our projects and endeavours and get advice on the best (or most cost-efficient) route to starting a new one (or three)!
CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE DISCORD SERVER
Apr 24 all-day
There is A Solution
Men’s Recovery Group
Email Meeting
Discussion meeting for men seeking recovery
To join, simply click on the JOIN LINK
The address that you join with will be used to send and receive meeting emails using email list software on the C.A. online system. After you have joined, you will receive a welcome email and then start to receive meetings emails.
Bilingual Meeting available – ca-en-espanol
Members are invited to join the bilingual email meeting
MEETING/GROUP TYPES:
OPEN: Attended by C.A. members, their families, friends, and other interested people.
CLOSED: Attendance is limited to C.A. members only.
Apr 24 all-day
Sisters in Sobriety
Email Meeting
Discussion meeting for women seeking recovery
To join an email meeting, simply click on the JOIN LINK
The address that you join with will be used to send and receive meeting emails using email list software on the C.A. online system. After you have joined, you will receive a welcome email and then start to receive meetings emails.
Bilingual Meeting available – ca-en-espanol
Members are invited to join the bilingual email meeting
MEETING/GROUP TYPES:
OPEN: Attended by C.A. members, their families, friends, and other interested people.
CLOSED: Attendance is limited to C.A. members only.
Apr 24 all-day
CA/OSA – Cocaine Anonymous Online Service Area
Last House on the Block
Daily 10am – 10pm PST
See you there!
Meeting ID – 852 4065 4428
Passcode: 123
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81908063982?pwd=bGNyRmlvSEdSYzVGV0pReG4rUG1XZz0
MEETING/GROUP TYPES:
OPEN: Attended by C.A. members, their families, friends and other interested people.
CLOSED: Attendance is limited to C.A. members only.
Cocaine Anonymous Around the World Clock |
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| Pacific Standard Time (PDT) | Eastern Standard Time (EDT) | Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | British Standard Time (BST) | Central European Summer Time (CEST) |
| July 26, 2023 9:08:36 AM | July 26, 2023 12:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 4:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 5:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 6:08:36 PM |
| Sweden, Stockholm | South Africa, Johannesburg | Thailand, Bangkok | Asia, Hong Kong | Australia, Melbourne |
| 6:08:36 PM | 6:08:36 PM | 11:08:36 PM | 12:08:36 AM | 2:08:36 AM |
Please check the time above for the time zone you are in. U.S. Daylight Savings and U.K. Daylight Savings happen about two weeks apart. U.K. falls back at 2am Sunday October 25th/U.S. falls back at 2am Sunday November 1st. The schedule can vary and be 1 hour different during that period.
Online Service Area
Cocaine Anonymous is a Fellowship of, by, and for addicts seeking recovery. Friends and Family of addicts should contact Co-Anon Family Groups, a Fellowship dedicated to their much different needs. Some items contained in these pages are published with permission of C.A. World Services, Inc., but this does not imply endorsement of this website by the C.A. World Service Conference or the C.A. World Service Office. The information provided within this website is intended to be a convenience for those who visit our website. Such inclusion does not constitute or imply endorsement by, or affiliation with, the Area or the Districts within. “Cocaine Anonymous World Service Conference Approved Literature. Copyright © 2022 Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. “C.A.”, “Cocaine Anonymous” and the C.A. logo are registered trademarks of Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. All rights reserved.” “In the spirit of Tradition Six, C.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution. As such, in the Area, District, Service Committees of Cocaine Anonymous and Cocaine Anonymous as a whole does not endorse and is not affiliated with or any of the companies and/or services offered on the site. Any links to external websites or services are only provided as a convenience to our members.”
Apr 24 all-day
REACHING OUT 121
Daily, 3:00pm PST
Join Reaching Out 121 from your computer, tablet, or smartphone at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87977458088?pwd=d0ROaEw4dmQ3TTJsaWZyd2lUTlVtQT09
Password: 750811
Meeting ID: 879 7745 8088
+44 203 051 2874 United Kingdom
+44 203 481 5237 United Kingdom
+1 929 436 2866 US (New York)
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
MEETING/GROUP TYPES:
OPEN: Attended by C.A. members, their families, friends and other interested people.
CLOSED: Attendance is limited to C.A. members only.
Cocaine Anonymous Around the World Clock |
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| Pacific Standard Time (PDT) | Eastern Standard Time (EDT) | Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | British Standard Time (BST) | Central European Summer Time (CEST) |
| July 26, 2023 9:08:36 AM | July 26, 2023 12:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 4:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 5:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 6:08:36 PM |
| Sweden, Stockholm | South Africa, Johannesburg | Thailand, Bangkok | Asia, Hong Kong | Australia, Melbourne |
| 6:08:36 PM | 6:08:36 PM | 11:08:36 PM | 12:08:36 AM | 2:08:36 AM |
Please check the time above for the time zone you are in. U.S. Daylight Savings and U.K. Daylight Savings happen about two weeks apart. U.K. falls back at 2am Sunday October 25th/U.S. falls back at 2am Sunday November 1st. The schedule can vary and be 1 hour different during that period.
Online Service Area
Cocaine Anonymous is a Fellowship of, by, and for addicts seeking recovery. Friends and Family of addicts should contact Co-Anon Family Groups, a Fellowship dedicated to their much different needs. Some items contained in these pages are published with permission of C.A. World Services, Inc., but this does not imply endorsement of this website by the C.A. World Service Conference or the C.A. World Service Office. The information provided within this website is intended to be a convenience for those who visit our website. Such inclusion does not constitute or imply endorsement by, or affiliation with, the Area or the Districts within. “Cocaine Anonymous World Service Conference Approved Literature. Copyright © 2022 Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. “C.A.”, “Cocaine Anonymous” and the C.A. logo are registered trademarks of Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. All rights reserved.” “In the spirit of Tradition Six, C.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution. As such, in the Area, District, Service Committees of Cocaine Anonymous and Cocaine Anonymous as a whole does not endorse and is not affiliated with or any of the companies and/or services offered on the site. Any links to external websites or services are only provided as a convenience to our members.”
Apr 24 all-day
Hope, Faith & Courage
Email Meeting
Discussion meeting for all addicts seeking recovery
The Hope, Faith & Courage Meeting of C.A. (HFC) is an email-based open discussion meeting for Cocaine Anonymous. It is a member of the Online Service Area and is accredited by them as a CA Group. HFC has been in continuous operation since Feb 1, 1997.
The format is open discussion, and it is intended to be a point of first contact with addicts seeking recovery, as well as support for addicts far from CA meetings. HFC has members from around the world.
To join, simply click on the JOIN LINK
The address that you join with will be used to send and receive meeting emails using email list software on the C.A. online system. After you have joined, you will receive a welcome email and then start to receive meetings emails.
Bilingual Meeting available – ca-en-espanol
Members are invited to join the bilingual email meeting
MEETING/GROUP TYPES:
OPEN: Attended by C.A. members, their families, friends, and other interested people.
CLOSED: Attendance is limited to C.A. members only.
Apr 24 all-day
A WORLD of C.A.
12:00 pm PST
Join Via ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83662186374?pwd=V0d1UFc0YTkwWk5MTzRqMEt2cEh6QT09
Meeting ID: 836 6218 6374
Passcode: 268192
MEETING/GROUP TYPES:
OPEN: Attended by C.A. members, their families, friends and other interested people.
CLOSED: Attendance is limited to C.A. members only.
Cocaine Anonymous Around the World Clock |
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| Pacific Standard Time (PDT) | Eastern Standard Time (EDT) | Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | British Standard Time (BST) | Central European Summer Time (CEST) |
| July 26, 2023 9:08:36 AM | July 26, 2023 12:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 4:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 5:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 6:08:36 PM |
| Sweden, Stockholm | South Africa, Johannesburg | Thailand, Bangkok | Asia, Hong Kong | Australia, Melbourne |
| 6:08:36 PM | 6:08:36 PM | 11:08:36 PM | 12:08:36 AM | 2:08:36 AM |
Please check the time above for the time zone you are in. U.S. Daylight Savings and U.K. Daylight Savings happen about two weeks apart. U.K. falls back at 2am Sunday October 25th/U.S. falls back at 2am Sunday November 1st. The schedule can vary and be 1 hour different during that period.
Online Service Area
Cocaine Anonymous is a Fellowship of, by, and for addicts seeking recovery. Friends and Family of addicts should contact Co-Anon Family Groups, a Fellowship dedicated to their much different needs. Some items contained in these pages are published with permission of C.A. World Services, Inc., but this does not imply endorsement of this website by the C.A. World Service Conference or the C.A. World Service Office. The information provided within this website is intended to be a convenience for those who visit our website. Such inclusion does not constitute or imply endorsement by, or affiliation with, the Area or the Districts within. “Cocaine Anonymous World Service Conference Approved Literature. Copyright © 2022 Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. “C.A.”, “Cocaine Anonymous” and the C.A. logo are registered trademarks of Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. All rights reserved.” “In the spirit of Tradition Six, C.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution. As such, in the Area, District, Service Committees of Cocaine Anonymous and Cocaine Anonymous as a whole does not endorse and is not affiliated with or any of the companies and/or services offered on the site. Any links to external websites or services are only provided as a convenience to our members.”
Apr 24 all-day
Flood Street Flyers
9:30 am PST
Join Via ZOOM
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83662186374?pwd=V0d1UFc0YTkwWk5MTzRqMEt2cEh6QT09
Meeting ID: 836 6218 6374
Passcode: 268192
MEETING/GROUP TYPES:
OPEN: Attended by C.A. members, their families, friends and other interested people.
CLOSED: Attendance is limited to C.A. members only.
Cocaine Anonymous Around the World Clock |
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| Pacific Standard Time (PDT) | Eastern Standard Time (EDT) | Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | British Standard Time (BST) | Central European Summer Time (CEST) |
| July 26, 2023 9:08:36 AM | July 26, 2023 12:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 4:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 5:08:36 PM | July 26, 2023 6:08:36 PM |
| Sweden, Stockholm | South Africa, Johannesburg | Thailand, Bangkok | Asia, Hong Kong | Australia, Melbourne |
| 6:08:36 PM | 6:08:36 PM | 11:08:36 PM | 12:08:36 AM | 2:08:36 AM |
Please check the time above for the time zone you are in. U.S. Daylight Savings and U.K. Daylight Savings happen about two weeks apart. U.K. falls back at 2am Sunday October 25th/U.S. falls back at 2am Sunday November 1st. The schedule can vary and be 1 hour different during that period.
Online Service Area
Cocaine Anonymous is a Fellowship of, by, and for addicts seeking recovery. Friends and Family of addicts should contact Co-Anon Family Groups, a Fellowship dedicated to their much different needs. Some items contained in these pages are published with permission of C.A. World Services, Inc., but this does not imply endorsement of this website by the C.A. World Service Conference or the C.A. World Service Office. The information provided within this website is intended to be a convenience for those who visit our website. Such inclusion does not constitute or imply endorsement by, or affiliation with, the Area or the Districts within. “Cocaine Anonymous World Service Conference Approved Literature. Copyright © 2022 Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. “C.A.”, “Cocaine Anonymous” and the C.A. logo are registered trademarks of Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc. All rights reserved.” “In the spirit of Tradition Six, C.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution. As such, in the Area, District, Service Committees of Cocaine Anonymous and Cocaine Anonymous as a whole does not endorse and is not affiliated with or any of the companies and/or services offered on the site. Any links to external websites or services are only provided as a convenience to our members.”
Apr 24 all-day
DDA Chat room and resource group
Greetings,
This new chat/resource group was created to help support those and their families who suffer from mental health and, or, addiction struggles during the coronavirus situation.
Please know that we are all in this together, so please invite those who might be able to help or benefit. The five rules of respect will govern this site, so love, encouragement, and valid resources are the primary mission of this group. We look forward to the support of the community and sharing support and resources for those who need it.
IMPORTANT: Anyone who chooses to promote panic, fear, racism, or misinformation will be asked to stop and or be blocked.
Love, peace, and blessings (LPB)
Join The Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1053021475070135/
DDA’s Five Rules of Respect
1. First, and most importantly, who you see here and what is said here, let it stay here! (Here! Here!) Confidentiality and anonymity are the spiritual foundations that keep our recovery possible.
2. Questions and answers are welcome and positive feedback is given, when asked for.
3. Keep it real.
4. Try not to disrupt the group.
5. It is OK to pass, if you do not wish to share.
Apr 24 all-day
Facebook Group – 24/7
Group By Simon Greygoose:
Just a polite reminder about my Small Friends Recovery Closed Group, We have some amazing, kind and wonderful members.
You’re all welcome to join, if you feel like you are struggling with anything life throws at you, addictions, illness, stress, anxiety,
anything at all, I started this group, when I first went into recovery, and it has been amazing the response and help I received from the members who joined I’m so grateful to all 
I really want to make this group, so different from other ones, to be unique and have a family feeling of friends actually caring for others with compassion and love for each other.
It’s a safe place to be without judgement from others, and extremely confidential. Also, if you feel you can offer advice or just be a caring person who can listen and offer a few words of encouragement to others, We also need your help. The kindest thing another human can do is to offer a helping hand to someone struggling, helping others is priceless.
Unity is strength 
Thank you
USE THIS LINK TO JOIN THE GROUP
Apr 24 all-day
In This Together
Addiction Recovery Support Group
Facebook Group 24/7
We are in this together… to help others not slip and fall back into that same pattern of insanity. We are here to help lift each other up, encourage one another, and just be there to lend an ear, and a helping hand. We are NOT here to judge! We are spreading awareness that we DO recover, one day at a time! Keep in mind, addiction comes in many forms, not just drugs or alcohol. I.e. food, sex, shopping, gambling etc. Feel free to post what ever you would like.
We are here to offer
VALUE
SUPPORT
MOTIVATION
RESOURCES
The ultimate goal is to replace the instant gratification of addiction with a fulfilling, meaningful life of abundance.
1. Be Kind and Courteous
We’re all in this together to create a welcoming environment. Let’s treat everyone with respect. Healthy debates are natural, but kindness is required.
2. No Hate Speech or Bullying
Make sure everyone feels safe. Bullying of any kind isn’t allowed, and degrading comments about things like race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, gender, or identity will not be tolerated.
3. No Promotions or Spam
Give more than you take to this group. Self-promotion, spam and irrelevant links aren’t allowed.
4. Respect Everyone’s Privacy
Being part of this group requires mutual trust. Authentic, expressive discussions make groups great, but may also be sensitive and private. What’s shared in the group should stay in the group.
JOIN WITH THE FACEBOOK GROUP LINK
Apr 24 all-day
24 Hour Recovery Chat Room
LifeRing Secular Recovery is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support. There are as many ways to live free of illicit or non-medically indicated drugs and alcohol as there are stories of successful sober people.
Many LifeRing members attend other kinds of meetings or recovery programs, and we honor those decisions. Our meetings, whether in person or online, consist of addicts using their Sober Self to connect with the Sober Self of other addicts. We share advice, understanding, and encouragement. We focus primarily on our current lives, not on the hurts and damages of the past. Two addicts, talking Sober-Self to Sober-Self, learn from each other, and gain strength from each other.
Chat Room
To enter the 24-hour Chat Room by clicking on the above or using this link: https://meet56243352.adobeconnect.com/r522ss7kd94t/.
A chat registration screen will first appear. Enter your personalized screenname to enter the room. This chat room is sometimes not hosted so be cautious of whom you are talking to and never give out any personal information.
For Guidelines on chat room rules, download the LifeRing Document
For help, email onlinemeetings@lifering.org
Apr 24 all-day
Meth Addiction and Family Support
Facebook Group 24/7
This group is to help people in recovery from meth and to give their families the support they need to understand addiction.
JOIN WITH THE FACEBOOK GROUP LINK
1. Be kind and courteous
We’re all in this together to create a welcoming environment. Let’s treat everyone with respect. Healthy debates are natural, but kindness is required.
2. No hate speech or bullying
Make sure everyone feels safe. Bullying of any kind isn’t allowed, and degrading comments about things like race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, gender, or identity will not be tolerated.
3. No promotions or spam
Give more than you take in this group. Self-promotion, spam and irrelevant links aren’t allowed.
4. Respect everyone’s privacy
Being part of this group requires mutual trust. Authentic, expressive discussions make groups great, but may also be sensitive and private. What’s shared in the group should stay in the group.
5. Anonymity is highly important.
Please do not share other member’s personal stories.
6. DO NOT TRIGGER PEOPLE!
No pictures or glamorizing of meth use. We are not here to teach you how to use safely. We are here to help you learn how to recover!
7. Do not know others beliefs
You believe in God, good! You don’t believe in God, good. You believe in step recovery, good! You believe there are other ways, good! I will not tell you what to believe!!
Apr 24 all-day
Quit Weed And Succeed
Marijuana Addiction Recovery and Support Group
Facebook Group 24/7
JOIN WITH THE FACEBOOK GROUP LINK
1. Be kind and courteous
We’re all in this together to create a welcoming environment. Let’s treat everyone with respect. Healthy debates are natural, but kindness is required.
2. No hate speech or bullying
Make sure everyone feels safe. Bullying of any kind isn’t allowed, and degrading comments about things like race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, gender, or identity will not be tolerated.
3. Group dedicated to quitting marijuana
Please do not discuss tolerance breaks, moderation or plans to return to smoking.
4. Avoid posting anti-cannibis sentiments
5. keep your experience about cannabis
Share your experience about cannabis, not other drugs. This group is focused on recovery from cannabis only.
6. Avoid share alternative remedies
Please refrain from discussing alternative remedies, CBD, micro-dosing mushrooms, ketamine treatment, supplements or any other medication.
7. Respect everyone’s privacy
Being part of this group requires mutual trust. Authentic, expressive discussions make groups great, but may also be sensitive and private. What’s shared in the group should stay in the group.
8. No promotions or spam
Give more to this group than you take. Self-promotion, spam and irrelevant links aren’t allowed. If you post a promotional link within one week of joining, you will be banned
9. Announcement Posts
By becoming a member of the group, you agree to be occasionally tagged using @everyone on posts
Recovery and Support for Addicts and Families
Facebook Group 24/7
Support for individuals and families with drug and alcohol misuse problems. Following our own problems and experiences, our facebook page was set up. We support and help individuals and families overcome addiction and take up life’s challenges and live a drug and alcohol free life
JOIN WITH THE FACEBOOK GROUP LINK
https://www.facebook.com/groups/641945779290994
Apr 24 all-day
Stay Sober Addiction Recovery Support Group
Facebook Group 24/7
Stay Sober is an online addiction recovery support group of men and women from around the world who come together and share stories, strategies and hope for others.
JOIN WITH THE FACEBOOK GROUP LINK
https://www.facebook.com/groups/807780717723558
1. Be kind and courteous
We’re all in this together to create a welcoming environment. Let’s treat everyone with respect. Healthy debates are natural, but kindness is required.
2. No hate speech or bullying
Make sure everyone feels safe. Bullying of any kind isn’t allowed, and degrading comments about things like race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, gender, or identity will not be tolerated.
3. No promotions or spam
Give more than you take in this group. Self-promotion, spam and irrelevant links aren’t allowed.
4. Respect everyone’s privacy
Being part of this group requires mutual trust. Authentic, expressive discussions make groups great, but may also be sensitive and private. What’s shared in the group should stay in the group.
Apr 24 all-day
Virtual Pet Loss Support Groups
While this list is organized by state for convenience, again, keep in mind that you do not need to be a resident of that state to attend. However, do keep in mind that different states involve different time zones; be sure to check not only the time but the zone of the meeting you wish to attend.
AZ: Hospice of the Valley’s Pet Loss Support Group meets on the first Saturday of every month from 9-11 a.m. Groups are virtual and open to anyone, anywhere, grieving the loss of a beloved companion animal. Please call 602-636-5390 for information and to obtain the link. info@hov.org, https://hov.org/our-care/grief-support/grief-support-groups/
CA: The Berkeley Humane Pet Loss Support Group now meets VIRTUALLY on the SECOND WEDNESDAY of each month, 7-8:30 pm. Send an email to Jill Goodfriend expressing an interest in attending the group. Jill will acknowledge your message and send you the Zoom link by 5 pm on the day of the meeting. Confidentiality requested for all shares. There is no fee; however, donations to the Berkeley Humane are most appreciated (2700 Ninth St, Berkeley, CA 94710). For questions, or to set up a complimentary consultation, contact Jill Goodfriend, RN, LCSW, at Jill.goodfriend@gmail.com. or (510) 393-1359. hhttps://berkeleyhumane.org/community-resources/, http://jillgoodfriend.com/Jill_Goodfriend/Home.html.
CA: Cindy Buck, Hayward, CA 94541, (650) 302-6012, https://www.facebook.com/BelieveAnimalReiki. We meet virtually on the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 7 – 8pm PT. Please email cindydbuck@sbcglobal.net for the call-in information.
CA: Peninsula Humane Society Pet Loss Support Group, 1450 Rollins Road, Burlingame CA. Led by a professional counselor, our group meets virtually the second Thursday of each month, from 8-9:30 pm. Free. For more information, please contact Brian Probst at 650/340-7022, ext. 328, bprobst@phs-spca.org, https://phs-spca.org/grief/.
CO: Animal Assisted Therapy Programs of Colorado (AATPC) – Virtual Pet Loss Support Group, Fridays 12-1 MST. Free and virtual via Zoom. Open enrollment, join any time! Registration required on AATPC’s website. Open to anyone looking for support around the loss of an animal companion OR the anticipation of loss of an animal companion. All animal types welcome. Open to anyone in the world! Facilitated by Erin Peterson, licensed professional therapist. https://www.animalassistedtherapyprograms.org/animal-assisted-therapy-programs/therapy-groups/54-therapy-programs/380-virtual-pet-loss-support-group.
CO: Guardian Pet Aquamation. This is a call-in group and meets the second Thursday of every month from 6:30-8pm MST. Please call 1-425-436-6350. When prompted enter access code 880072. Facilitator: Leigh Ann Gerk, MA, LPC, (970) 966-4585, leighann@mourningtolightpetloss.com, https://vetmedbiosci.colostate.edu/argus/pet-loss-support/
CO: “When You Lose a Pet” Pet Loss Support Group, The Human-Animal Bond Trust, 191 Yuma Street, Denver, CO 80223, (303) 539-7646, info@humananimalbondtrust.org, http://www.humananimalbondtrust.org/pet-loss-support-group.html. Meets via Zoom every Thursday from 6:30-8 p.m. MST.
FL: Marty Tousley, RN, MS, FT, Grief Healing, Sarasota, FL, https://www.griefhealingblog.com/p/as-both-bereaved-parent-and-bereaved.html, https://www.griefhealingdiscussiongroups.com/forum/11-loss-of-a-pet/. Online support/discussion group available 24/7.
IL: Virtual Meeting sponsored by Gateway. We meet at 6:30 pm the third Monday of each month; free of charge to attendees. Facilitator: Joy Davy, MS, LCPC. For information, email joydavy723@gmail.com.
IL: Rev. Russell Elleven, DMin. This FREE pet loss support group meets the first Wednesday of every month at 8:00 pm (Eastern) via Zoom. Please visit the website and contact Russell for Zoom Link and Passcode.Rev. Russell Elleven, DMin is an ordained Unitarian Universalist minister who celebrates all faith traditions and those with no faith tradition at all. Everyone who is suffering from the loss of an animal companion is welcomed and offered nonjudgmental support through the FREE group or one-on-one (fee based) meetings. You need not suffer this loss alone. http://www.AnimalChaplain.net.
MA: Darin Humane Society, 171 Union Street, Springfield, MA, (413) 781-4000, Kenddv@gmail.com. This group, led by Ken Dolan-DelVecchio, LMFT, LCSW is sponsored by Dakin Humane Society. It is held once a month. It is a Zoom group open to anyone in the country or world and starts at 6PM EST running for one and one-half hours. The days can change so please go to https://www.dakinhumane.org/petloss.html to RSVP.
MA: Humane Hearts, West Newbury, MA 01985, 978.572.0698, marla@humanehearts.com, http://humanehearts.com. Individual, Family, and Group Support available for those who have experienced the loss of a pet or those who are anticipating a loss. See website for details as to where and when we meet. Sessions led by life-long animal advocate and humane educator Marla Andrews, M.Ed., Humane Education and Animal Welfare, Certified Grief Support Specialist, and Pet Chaplain.
MI: Micky Golden Moore, Ph.D., MSHP, Beyond The Paw Print Pet Loss Support Group. Meets the 2nd Monday of every month. For more information about these VIRTUAL meetings and how to join, please email info@beyondthepawprint.com, or leave a message at 248.701.2345. Visit the Beyond the Paw Print website to learn more about Dr. Golden Moore, the meetings, the BTPP Facebook group, and much more, at https://beyondthepawprint.com/.
NJ: Sandra Grossman, Ph.D., PetLoss Partners. The loss of a beloved pet is so very difficult. It’s important to know you don’t have to go through this alone. Get the support you deserve surrounded by those who understand and are on the path towards recovery. Virtual groups are held twice a week, are available to anyone anywhere, and are RSVP only. The fee for virtual groups is $15. Call or email to RSVP. We are here to support you. 818-421-1516, sandi@petlosspartners.org, https://petlosspartners.org/pet-loss-services/
OH: GAP (Grief About Pets) now offers two FREE pet loss groups. One is sponsored by Eternal Paws in Norton, Ohio, and offered on-site there on the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. The other is sponsored by Faithful Companion and offered on the fourth Wed. of every month online using Google Meet at 6:30 p.m. If we have over ten pet parents register, we can offer another at 4:30 p.m. Brenda Brown, MA, Ft, is the facilitator of all the groups. Register by emailing brenda@griefaboutpets.com or calling 330-415-8879. https://griefaboutpets.com.
OH: Dorothy Hall, MS, RN, Pet Loss Support Group, Columbus, OH 43229, (614) 895-3416, djhall2451@att.net. Meetings held on Zoom; contact Dorothy for details.
OR: Debrah Lee, LCSW, DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital, 1945 NW Petty Grove, Portland, OR 97209, (503) 228-7281, petloss@dovelewis.org. Virtual and in-person meetings are offered; see website for schedule and to register to attend. https://www.dovelewis.org/pet-owners/pet-loss-support.
TX: PAWs Shelter of Central Texas, 2965 Farm to Market 165, Dripping Springs, TX 78620, jyl@pawsshelter.org, https://heartoftexaspetlossandgriefsupport.com/. Group meets virtually on the Second Sunday of each month via Zoom, and is free of charge. Go through the website to contact facilitator for details, readings and the Zoom link. Group is for people ready to work in the group format, and is not appropriate for those needing individual counseling.
VA: FetchACure.org – Meets via Zoom on the first Tuesday of the month from 5:30-6:30 pm. Meetings are led by Dr. Leslie Greenberg, an experienced psychologist and member of the Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement. Families are invited to attend our group sessions to help work through the pain of losing a pet. All family members, including children, are invited to attend this complementary Pet Loss Support Group. Please RSVP here or by emailing amanda@fetchacure.org, https://fetchacure.org/resource-library/pet-loss-support-group/
VA: Holli Shan, Compassionate Animal Communication, LLC, (703) 447-5374, holli@compassionspeaks.com, https://compassionspeaks.com. We are now offering a virtual online pet loss grief support group. This group will meet on the last Wednesday of each month from 6:00PM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time. This is a good opportunity for people who are grieving and are not quite ready for a private session or program. While there is no set fee to attend, this group is “pay what you will” (suggested amount is $15). Register at https://info.compassionspeaks.com/register.
WA: Pet Loss Support Group, Seattle Animal Shelter – 2061 15th Avenue West, Seattle WA, 98119, 206-386-PETS, http://www.seattle.gov/animal-shelter/resources/pet-loss-support-group. The loss of a pet can be very difficult. Our volunteers are here to help. The Pet Loss Support Group meets by phone/Webex every Thursday from 5:30-6:45 p.m. For the schedule and details on how to join the virtual meeting, please email saspetloss@gmail.com
WI: Linda Colletti, Pet Loss Resource Center. Offers two virtual support groups: The first Saturday of every month 9:30-11:00 CST and the third Thursday 6Pm-7:30pm CST. All are welcome. If any one has questions, contact me at PLRCMadison@gmail.com, https://www.petlossresourcecenter.org/.
CANADA – AB: Caroline Tarkowski, Strathmore, AB T1P 1S7, (403) 629-5191, instilledchangecounselling@gmail.com, http://www.instilledchangecounselling.com. We offer virtual individual and group counselling to anyone who has experienced pet loss.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
- Animals in Our Hearts
- Offers links, articles, an audio-book, tips on helping a friend or loved one cope with loss, and a variety of other animal-related resources.
- Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement
- An association of pet loss counselors and professionals. The site offers links, articles, a bookstore, and directories of counselors and pet loss support groups.
- Argus Institute for Families and Veterinary Medicine
- This site provides a number of excellent articles on pet loss, plus additional resources for more help.
- The Guide to Pet Bereavement: What to Expect After the Loss of a Loved One
- An excellent discussion of how surviving pets react to the loss of a pet companion, and ways that you can help them through.
- AVMA Guidelines for Pet Loss Support Services
- Useful information for anyone interested in setting up a pet loss support group.
- Chance’s Spot
- Lots of useful stuff here, including a lot of resources for children.
- Coping with the Loss of a Pet
- An article covering grieving, the five stages of mourning, how to explain pet loss to a child, and reasons for euthanasia.
- Dog Party: Diary of the Best Last Day
- I don’t usually post links to personal tributes, but this is a wonderful, moving example of how to plan a “parting day” and create a farewell event for one’s pet and family.
- FidoFinder.com
- A site where you can register a missing pet, along with useful tips for finding a lost pet.
- Grief Healing
- An excellent resource from pet loss counselor Marty Tousley. It offers an extensive collection of Marty’s articles and columns on grief, plus other resources.
- Healing and Inspirational Poetry
- Dozens of lovely poems and “Rainbow Bridge Arrival Stories.”
- Hoofbeats in Heaven
- A site dedicated to resources on “horse loss support,” including an e-mail support group.
- Land of Pure Gold: Leaving Pawprints on Our Hearts
- Loads of tips and resources from a site dedicated to golden retrievers.
- Lightning Strike Pet-Loss Support Page
- One of the oldest pet-loss sites on the web, with an eclectic selection of resources and links. Now offers pet loss support blogs!
- Nikki Hospice Foundation for Pets
- The primary site for information on pet hospice care.
- Parmenter Foundation Pet Loss Resources
- Offers a series of videos on coping with pet loss.
- PetLossHelp.org
- Articles, a weekly blog, and a place to add your photo tribute for weekly postings.
- Pet Loss Matters
- This is a fabulous site with lots of resources. It offers free tributes, a means of keeping a pet loss or remembrance diary, and loads of quotes on pets and pet loss.
- The ‘Rainbow Bridge’ Has Comforted Millions of Pet Parents. Who Wrote it?
- Lovely article on the origin of the Rainbow Bridge story, which just about any grieving pet owner has surely seen.
- UK Counselling Directory: Bereavement
- Though not specifically focused on pet loss, this directory would be a good place to start a search for a UK bereavement counsellor.
- Understanding Depression
- A general information site on depression.
- What to Do When a Family Pet Dies: Teaching Kids About Grief
- Excellent guide to the various steps one can take to help children cope with the loss of a pet.
PETS IN HEAVEN:
- All Creatures Do Go to Heaven… Especially Pets
- The presentation on this site can be a bit off-putting, but the verses and translation details are very interesting and worth exploring.
- Creatures in Heaven
- A publisher of books, DVDs and music on the issue of whether pets go to heaven.
- Do Animals Have Souls?
- This is not a Christian site per se, but has some interesting comparisons of religious views on the issue, as well as a discussion of pets on the astral plane.
- EternalAnimals.com
- A number of loss-related resources, plus health tips and other info, and a book and articles dealing with the “pets in heaven” issue.
- For the Love of Animals
- A variety of articles discussing the salvation of animals, including a sermon by John Wesley!
BURIAL, CREMATION & EUTHANASIA:
- In-Home Pet Euthanasia Directory
- A state-by-state directory to veterinarians who provide in-home euthanasia, house-calls, hospice services and more.
- Green Pet Burial Society
- Information and advocacy regarding natural burials within pet cemeteries for those who prefer burial to cremation, and natural burial to underground entombment. They also address pet burials in family plots of (human) cemeteries.
- Anthony Eddy’s Wildlife Studio – Pet Animal Preservation
- Information on freeze-drying pets.
- Perpetual Pet
- Information on freeze-drying pets.
VIRTUAL TRIBUTE/MEMORIAL SITES:
- Angel Cats
- Cat memorial site in the UK. (Lots of popups, unfortunately.)
- ILovedMyPet.com
- Offers a free online memorial listing for three months, and charges a small fee for longer (or large) listings. All profits go to humane associations.
- In Memory of Pets
- Light a Candle
- An interesting site where you can light a “virtual candle” in memory of your pet.
- Pet Heaven
- Free online pet memorial tribute pages and a chat function.
- Pet Loss Matters
- Washington State University Pet Memorial Program
- By donating to the WSU pet memorial program, you can post a tribute or you can obtain access for a friend or loved one to post a tribute to their pet.
PET LOSS CONDOLENCE CARDS:
- 1-2-3 Greetings: Electronic Pet Loss Condolence Cards
- Free electronic pet loss condolence cards.
- Pet Condolence Messages
- This helpful site offers suggestions of messages to include in a pet loss bereavement card, and pet loss-related quotes.
MISCELLANY
- How to Make a DIY Pet Urn
- Interesting article on how to craft your own wooden pet urn or keepsake box.
TRANSLATIONS:
Here are links to some of our articles that have been translated into other languages:
- Soutien lors de la perte de nos petit compagnons
- French pet loss site; includes French translation of “Ten Tips on the Loss of Your Pet.”
- Coping with Sorrow on the Loss of Your Pet is also available in Japanese.
- NOTE: If you would like to post a translation of materials on this site, please contact Moira Allen.
The Way Out – Recovery Support Group
Facebook Group 24/7
JOIN WITH THE FACEBOOK GROUP LINK
https://www.facebook.com/groups/418572465194598
“The Way Out” is a drug and alcohol recovery support group. Especially for those battling the disease of addiction and in support of their innocent loved ones, affected by this dreadful disease!
1. The only rule, is that there are no rules
Only that we treat each other with dignity and respect. No foul language. No racist remarks or comments. All members are equal in this group. Nobody is superior to anybody here. Remember your own past
Apr 24 all-day
VOICES FOR RECOVERY
FACEBOOK GROUP 24/7
We are an addiction recovery and support group, dedicated to helping anyone that struggles with addiction, I mean anyone. Regardless if you are struggling or a friend or family member is struggling, we can help.
TO JOIN, USE THE LINK BELOW
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1383663485245154/
Even though you may be in a safe environment, the feeling of being lost and afraid can still play a significant role in your recovery for several reasons:
1. **Emotional Triggers:** Emotions like feeling lost and afraid can act as triggers for past experiences, traumas, or struggles that may have contributed to your addiction. Addressing these triggers and learning healthy coping mechanisms is crucial for sustained recovery.
2. **Self-Awareness:** Emotions like fear and uncertainty can lead to increased self-awareness. They prompt you to reflect on your thoughts, behaviors, and past choices, which is essential for understanding the underlying causes of your addiction.
3. **Motivation to Change:** Negative emotions can serve as powerful motivators for change. They drive you to seek improvement, growth, and a better quality of life. The discomfort of feeling lost and afraid can push you to make positive changes in your life.
4. **Seeking Support:** Experiencing these emotions can lead you to reach out for help and support from therapists, counselors, support groups, or mentors. It’s a sign of your commitment to healing and making positive changes.
5. **Building Resilience:** Overcoming feelings of being lost and afraid can contribute to building resilience. As you learn to navigate and manage these emotions, you strengthen your ability to handle challenges and setbacks in your recovery journey.
6. **Transforming Negative into Positive:** Utilizing these emotions as a driving force for change can turn a negative experience into a positive catalyst for growth. It empowers you to channel your energy into constructive actions.
7. **Embracing Change:** The discomfort of feeling lost and afraid can help you develop a mindset that is more open to change. Embracing change is essential in recovery, as it involves breaking old patterns and adopting healthier habits.
While being in a safe environment is essential, addressing and processing the emotions you experience is a crucial aspect of comprehensive recovery. Remember that seeking professional guidance, building a support network, and developing coping strategies can help you effectively manage these emotions and continue on your path to healing and growth.
Apr 24 @ 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
NAMI Teen & Young Adult Helpline
Available Monday Through Friday, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM PST
NAMI is proud to introduce the Teen & Young Adult (T&YA) HelpLine: A free nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals, and support to teens and young adults.
Our T&YA Specialists are young people who understand what you’re going through because they have been through stuff, too. They are experienced and well-trained. They care and want to help you find a way forward. Reach out by phone, text, or chat.
Chat
Click “Chat With Us” below to connect with a HelpLine Specialist on NAMI.org.
Call
If you are a teen or young adult with questions about mental health, call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) to speak with a NAMI HelpLine specialist now.
Apr 24 @ 7:00 am – 8:00 pm
Families Anonymous Virtual Group 2154
Thursdays, 7-8:00AM PST
Please call or emai lthe group for login information:
205-433-9965, 205-587-5682
What is Families Anonymous?
Families Anonymous celebrated our 50th Anniversary in 2021. We were formed in 1971 by a group of concerned parents in California who were seeking ways of dealing with the problem of substance abuse and addiction in their children. Our members include parents, grandparents, siblings, spouses, significant others, other family members and friends of those with a current, suspected or former drug problem. We have been one of the best kept secrets in the recovery community, even though we have groups throughout the world.
Families Anonymous is a 12 Step fellowship for the families and friends who have known a feeling of desperation concerning the destructive behavior of someone very near to them, whether caused by drugs, alcohol, or related behavioral problems. When you come into our rooms you are no longer alone, but among friends who have experienced similar problems. Any concerned person is encouraged to attend our meetings, even if there is only a suspicion of a problem.
Your identity is protected in our meetings. We know each other by our first names only. Anonymity of our members is paramount to the success of our program. Not only is anonymity an underlying principle of the program, but it is so important that it is part of our name.
You have nothing to lose but your pain and anger. Read on if you are ready to find the peace and serenity that our members have found through the working of the FA program.
Apr 24 @ 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm
LGBT National Senior Hotline
888-234-7243
Monday thru Friday from 1pm to 9pm, PST
Many seniors in our community face unique challenges.
In some cases, LGBTQIA+ seniors may not be out to family and if they are, often fear having to go back in the closet if they need assisted services.
We understand that and can talk about it.
We provide a confidential safe space where seniors can speak about their unique issues concerning sexual orientation or gender identity/expression. This includes coming out issues, family dynamics, relationship concerns, elder abuse, HIV/AIDS anxiety, safer sex information, suicide, and much more.
Sometimes you just need to be heard. We’re here.
You deserve respect, support, affirmation, and acceptance.
We don’t give advice, and we never tell you what you should do. Ultimately, those choices are yours to make, but we are here to help you on your journey.
Our highly trained & dedicated LGBTQIA+ volunteers are here to provide free & confidential services.
Everyone who offers support at the LGBT National Help Center identifies as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.
We offer support, information, and local resources throughout the United States and beyond.
We will never report your calls to any outside organization or authority.
Calls are never outsourced or answered by any other organizations.
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN CALLING THE LGBT NATIONAL SENIOR HOTLINE
We provide a safe space while on a call.
All of our peer support volunteers are trained and identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Our calls are confidential. We don’t know who you are.
There are no recordings made of your conversation.
If you would like us to search for local resources near you, we might ask for your zip code/postal code or city, state, or country. We will never ask for your exact address.
Sometimes our conversations can be heavy, and a person might need to stop the conversation and let the emotions they are feeling sink in. That’s ok. If it’s time for you to end the call, you should certainly do so. You will not be judged, and we’re very glad you called for the amount of time you did.
We don’t call other suicide hotlines, 911, or rescue services on your behalf. While we will not make those calls for you, we will do our best to provide you with the phone numbers to call for yourself if you choose. (The exception is if you make credible threat to someone else.)
If you attempt to start a call during open hours and can’t get through, that means that all of our volunteers are currently talking with other people. Please try back in a few minutes. Should you still not be able to get through, you are always welcome to email us at help@LGBThotline.org.
Apr 24 @ 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Life Wellness/Self-Care Group
Monday through Friday – 3:00 – 8:00PM PST
Life Connections understands the need for individuals who are needing support and may not be able to travel or want the comfort of their own home. We offer remote support by virtual and phone capabilities. We want to offer a way for you to stay physically distant but stay socially engaged. We offer support groups, one on one support, and just that socialization that we all need. Join group any time during the posted time.
Virtual events are online Via Zoom
Apr 24 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Recovery Dharma Online
RDO Book Study
Wednesdays, 10-11am PST
Recovery Dharma Meeting – RD Academy: Ethics & Precepts
Wednesdays, 4:00 to 5:30PM PST
This meeting is open to all
Come explore an approach to recovery from addiction of all kinds inspired by Buddhist principles and practices.
To Join and Attend, Click on This Link
WHAT IS RECOVERY DHARMA?
Recovery Dharma is a peer-led movement and community that is unified by our trust in the potential of each of us to recover and find freedom from the suffering of addiction. We believe that the traditional Buddhist teachings, often referred to as the Dharma, offer a powerful approach to healing from addiction and living a life of true freedom.
We believe that recovery means empowerment, and we support each other as partners walking the path together. We believe that recovery is rooted in finding our own inner wisdom and individual journeys.
Recovery Dharma is founded on, and inspired by, Buddhism that originated in India and later on flourished in other regions of Asia (e.g., South Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, Central Asia). We deeply appreciate the Buddhist heritage that was protected and freely offered by the ancestors of these cultures.
Apr 24 @ 4:15 pm – 5:15 pm
4:15pm est Wednesdays on FBLIVE & In-person! Recovery Meeting: From Overcome to Overcomer! Speaker Testimony Night.
Apr 24 @ 4:15 pm – 5:15 pm
Families Anonymous Virtual Group 1345
Wednesdays, 4:15-5:15PM PST
To access meeting click link below from computer, tablet or smartphone:
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/879603853
Click Donwnload app or Go to Opener
You can also dial in using your phone: –>
1 (571) 317-3112 879603853#
Contact Peter (609) 422-5830 or sjfa1345@gmail.com
What is Families Anonymous?
Families Anonymous celebrated our 50th Anniversary in 2021. We were formed in 1971 by a group of concerned parents in California who were seeking ways of dealing with the problem of substance abuse and addiction in their children. Our members include parents, grandparents, siblings, spouses, significant others, other family members and friends of those with a current, suspected or former drug problem. We have been one of the best kept secrets in the recovery community, even though we have groups throughout the world.
Families Anonymous is a 12 Step fellowship for the families and friends who have known a feeling of desperation concerning the destructive behavior of someone very near to them, whether caused by drugs, alcohol, or related behavioral problems. When you come into our rooms you are no longer alone, but among friends who have experienced similar problems. Any concerned person is encouraged to attend our meetings, even if there is only a suspicion of a problem.
Your identity is protected in our meetings. We know each other by our first names only. Anonymity of our members is paramount to the success of our program. Not only is anonymity an underlying principle of the program, but it is so important that it is part of our name.
You have nothing to lose but your pain and anger. Read on if you are ready to find the peace and serenity that our members have found through the working of the FA program.
Apr 24 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
SMART RECOVERY
Wednesdays – 4:30 to 6:00PM PST
Cost: Free, no registration required
Program: 4-Point Recovery
SMART Recovery’s 4-Point Program is the organization’s flagship secular program serving those with an addictive behavior, including both substance and activity/process addictions. Trained volunteer facilitators lead effective mutual support group discussions on these topics:
- Building and maintaining motivation
- Coping with urges and cravings
- Managing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
- Living a balanced life
Related tools consistent with evidence-based motivational and cognitive behavioral theories are also offered and discussed.
Specific audiences: Military, Veterans & First Responders, Women
Meetings specifically for those who are or have served in the military and/or in emergency service roles (e.g., Fire, Police, EMT, etc.). Typically led by other veterans and first responders who have used SMART Recovery to address their own addictive behaviors.
Meetings specifically for individuals who identify as female.
Languages spoken: English
How To Participate
For the meeting link, please email smartmvfr@gmail.com with the following information:
Military-Name, Branch of Service & MOS, Years served or still active.
First Responders-Name, Professional Emergency Service Occupation, Years served or still active.
Please allow 2-3 business days to receive link by email.
Apr 24 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
KIVA Centers Groups
Are you having a hard time and looking for someone to talk to?
PEER SUPPORT LINE
WEEKDAYS – 5 to 9pm PST
The Kiva Centers Peer-Run Support Line is here for you! Available Monday through Friday from 8:00pm to 12:00am Eastern Standard Time, our phone line is staffed by trained peer support specialists who have personal experience with mental health challenges. Whether you need someone to listen, offer guidance, or just provide a friendly voice, our team is here to support you. You don’t have to go through this alone – call the Kiva Centers Peer-Run Support Line today.
508-688-5898
Apr 24 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Black Community Peer Support Groups
Wednesdays 5-6PM PST
Ashley S.
All DBSA online support groups are free of charge. Online support groups are led by peers, which means that the person guiding the meeting knows firsthand what it’s like to live with a mood disorder.
Our national online support groups are hosted by HeyPeers, a DBSA vendor.
Upon registration, you will receive an email from them to assist you with managing your account.
Apr 24 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Dual Diagnosis Online Meeting
SATURDAYS and SUNDAYS, 5:00 PM PST
Contact Bud at budman@ddanc.org with questions and check out their website at https://ddanc.org
Online Via ZOOM: To Join, Click on the Link Below
To Phone Into An Online Meeting
Saturdays and Sundays 5:00 PM
Call (669)900-6833
Meeting ID: 864 6756 5130
Phone controls for Participants:
*6 – Toggle mute/unmute
*9 – Raise Hand to Share
Our Mission Statement
Our Mission Statement is our fifth tradition, which states, “Each DDA group has one primary purpose – to carry its message of hope and recovery to those who still suffer from the effects of Dual Diagnosis.”
Dual Diagnosis Anonymous is a fellowship of persons who share their experiences, strengths, weaknesses, feelings, fears, and hopes with one another to resolve our dual diagnosis and/or learn to live at peace with unresolved problems. The only requirement for membership in DDA is a desire to develop healthy, addiction-free lifestyles.
Since 1996, we have been serving persons with severe and persistent mental health and/or substance use challenges and their families in Oregon, numerous states, and worldwide. We provide support and fellowship to help overcome and start on the road to recovery from dual diagnosis.
For more information, please contact us at the Central Office using the contact us page or by calling (503)222-6484.
Apr 24 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
KIVA Centers Groups
Apoyo Entre Pares
Miércoles, 5-6 PM PDT
Únase a este grupo telefónico
508-556-4226
Para la seguridad de nuestra comunidad, ahora implementaremos salas de espera. Por favor, tenga paciencia a medida que avanzamos en estos cambios, y si tiene alguna pregunta, póngase en contacto con nosotros en info@kivacenters.org
Kiva Centers:
- 427 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608
- 508-466-7154 – Admin Offices
- 508-751-9600 – Kiva Centers
- info@kivacenters.org
CPS Inquiries:
Apr 24 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
NEVER ALONE RECOVERY
Online Support Group Via ZOOM
Wednesdays, 5:00PM to 6:00PM PST
What to Expect: Our meetings are a place for community members and their loved ones, as well as any other individuals, to seek information and support.
Who is Our Support Group For?
Addicts:
Individuals who suffer from addiction benefit from having a community of understanding cohorts and allies in recovery.
Spouses:
Our support groups are a great resource for addicts’ spouses to gain a better understanding and receive emotional support.
Parents:
Many of our support group attendees are parents of individuals who are either actively experiencing addiction or are at varying points in recovery.
Extended Family:
Anyone who has a loved one suffering from addiction will find invaluable support and deep understanding in those attending our meetings.
Friends:
If your friend is showing signs of addiction, our support groups are a great resource to better understand addiction and recovery.
Allies:
Know someone who’s struggling and you want to lend support? Our attendees can often provide poignant feedback and encouragement.
How to Join Our Online Support Group Meetings
Our meetings are hosted on Zoom. Here’s how to attend a meeting:
To enter the lobby, copy and paste the following URL into your web browser.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/777316787?pwd=LzBDSzdSbXB2bnRmUEl5alRpNE03UT09
Meeting ID: 777 316 787
Password: 5397
Meeting ID and password will remain the same for every meeting
Apr 24 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
StepChat
Serenity Seekers AFG Meeting
WSO#30753317
Register to Attend
https://www.stepchat.com/chat/room1.htm
To Attend A Meeting In a Chat Room
When you first log on you will be in The Lounge which is not a meeting room, but open chat fellowship available 24/7 to members of all 12-step groups.
To go to the meeting rooms from The Lounge, click on the 3-dot menu icon at the top left of the chat screen, then click on the meeting room you wish to enter. If you don’t see the 3 dots, click the ESC key or swipe from the left if you are on a mobile device.
Tips for Chat Meetings
There is no real protocol for “informal” chat gatherings in our open chat rooms, but in our meeting rooms, we try to keep it as much of a face-to-face meeting as possible. Just as in a face-to-face meeting, we do not interrupt the person who is “speaking” or crosstalk after they are done.
Also, as in a face-to-face meeting, someone serves as the “chairperson” who opens the meetings, picks a topic and helps keep the meeting focused on the topic discussion as members take turn sharing on the topic.
Some of our meetings have a “greeter” who sends a private message to any late-comers to the meeting to welcome them and tell them the topics of discussion. If the late-comer is new to online meetings, the greeter may also explain briefly how meetings work (see below).
NOTE: To send someone a private message during the meeting, click on their name in the members’ list to the right of the chat window. To receive a private message, click on the name of the person who sent it.
If you wish to share, type an exclamation point like this: !. It’s like raising your hand.
The chair of the meeting will then call on the next person to share. In our chat rooms, it is best to type short lines followed by “. . .” which indicates that you are not finished. Like this:
One of the best tools I have found …
When I find myself under stress …
Is the Serenity Prayer … [done]
The [done] at the ends shows that you are finished, and the chairperson then will call on the next person to share.
That’s it. Those simple tools can keep things orderly even in a full chat room.
For instructions on how to log on to the chat rooms, please see this page.
Apr 24 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
SHIFT Strong – Recovery Support Meeting
Wednesdays, 5-6pm PST
SHiFT Strong Meetings are open to all who struggle with food dependency issues. They are facilitated by a SHiFT professional and are 1 hour long. Newcomers welcome!
Click here to attend via the Facebook Group Page
Apr 24 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Evening Meeting 5:00PM PST Daily
SHE RECOVERS® Together Online Gatherings / SHE RECOVERS Yoga / SHE RECOVERS Dance are twice-daily, hour-long, trauma-informed and facilitated by volunteer Professional SHE RECOVERS Designees.
A free authenticated zoom account is required to attend. Visit http://herecovers.org/together-online/#schedule for the full gathering schedule.
We welcome women and non-binary individuals who identify with women’s communities – who are in or seeking recovery – into this space. We also welcome all races, sexual orientations, and all those differences of life situations, backgrounds, and abilities.
These gatherings are facilitated and supported by trained volunteers. They do not constitute a therapeutic or coaching relationship and are not a replacement for trauma therapy, addiction treatment, psychiatric, or medical care.
If you are seeking treatment or professional recovery support please visit our online directory of trusted resources @ sherecovers.org
By participating in these gatherings, you agree to adhere to our Gathering Agreements @ bit.ly/SRTGatheringAgreements and to co-create a welcoming and supportive environment built on mutual respect for all participants, volunteers, and facilitators. SHE RECOVERS Foundation space-holders reserve the right to remove any individual who appears to be violating the group guidelines and terms of use @ bit.ly/SRtermsofuse set out by SRF.
*By registering for this free offering, you are opting in to receive emails from SHE RECOVERS Foundation. You can unsubscribe at any time.
The Gatherings occur twice-daily at 9:00AM & 5:00PM PST. Visit https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html to convert to your local time.
To attend this online group register with the link below
Apr 24 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Wellbriety Evening Circles
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 5:00pm PST
ZOOM ID: 937 307 3090
Password: 098 373
Apr 24 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
DBSA California Support Groups
Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays 5:30-7:30PM PST
DBSA-California Support Groups are offered for free and provide a safe, confidential space where people from all walks of life connect with peers to share their stories, experiences, and lives in a way that helps redce isolation and loneliness.
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/607974938407
The groups are held online every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
When we’re struggling or in a crisis, we often feel that we’re alone. Support groups can connect us with peers who understand us, have similar lived experiences, and can help us get through. Our support groups are led by peers we highly train as facilitators, so they have an intimate comprehension of the challenges firsthand and serve as a beacon of hope to others.
When we’re struggling or in a crisis, we often feel that we’re alone. Support groups can connect us with peers who understand us, have similar lived experiences, and can help us get through. Our support groups are led by peers we highly train as facilitators, so they have an intimate comprehension of the challenges firsthand and serve as a beacon of hope to others.
Who Should Join Groups?
Battling mental health alone is difficult for most individuals who suffer from Depression and Bipolar. It can seem impossible to cope, heal, or think about recovery. We understand the struggle, we’ve been there, we can help! By attending weekly discussion groups, you will be empowered with education, resources, emotional support, and guidance to set you up on the path to recovery. There is no shame in admitting that sometimes we need help, it’s tough enough carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, let DBSA CA Support Groups lighten the load for you.
Battling mental health alone is difficult for most individuals who suffer from Depression and Bipolar. It can seem impossible to cope, heal, or think about recovery. We understand the struggle, we’ve been there, we can help! By attending weekly discussion groups, you will be empowered with education, resources, emotional support, and guidance to set you up on the path to recovery. There is no shame in admitting that sometimes we need help, it’s tough enough carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, let DBSA CA Support Groups lighten the load for you.
Topics of Discussion
Self-esteem/self-talk (positive/negative)
Planning for the future
Obligations (financial/relationships-family/work)
Medications
Initial steps (after an episode)
Hospitalization (in-patient/outpatient)
Insurance (medical/disability)
Sleep patterns
Triggers
Dual diagnosis & Addiction (drugs & alcohol)
Finding a doctor/therapist
Self-discipline, daily maintenance/routine
Proper self-care, motivation/lack of motivation
Spending money
Exercise/fitness (physical activity)
Setting goals and meeting deadlines
Setting boundaries
Weight loss/gain/appetite
Test of faith (spiritual life)
Self Education
Socializing
Planning for the future
Obligations (financial/relationships-family/work)
Medications
Initial steps (after an episode)
Hospitalization (in-patient/outpatient)
Insurance (medical/disability)
Sleep patterns
Triggers
Dual diagnosis & Addiction (drugs & alcohol)
Finding a doctor/therapist
Self-discipline, daily maintenance/routine
Proper self-care, motivation/lack of motivation
Spending money
Exercise/fitness (physical activity)
Setting goals and meeting deadlines
Setting boundaries
Weight loss/gain/appetite
Test of faith (spiritual life)
Self Education
Socializing
REGISTER AND GET A LINK TO OUR ZOOM MEETINGS
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Apr 24 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
MA – Marijuana Anonymous
MA Stoners of Color
Wednesdays 5:30PM to 7:00PM PST
A fiercely LGBTQI+ inclusive group specifically for those who identify as multiracial or Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) to relate in a culturally aware setting.
Meets on Zoom: Join Online, Meeting ID: 798 8715 2730, Password: BIPOC59
Meeting Contact: MAStonersOfColor@gmail.com
What is Marijuana Anonymous?
Marijuana Anonymous is a fellowship of people who share our experience, strength, and hope with each other that we may solve our common problem and help others to recover from marijuana addiction.
The only requirement is a desire to stop using marijuana. There are no dues or fees for membership. MA is fully self-supporting through members’ contributions. MA is not affiliated with any religious or secular institution or organization and has no opinion on any outside controversies or causes.
Our primary purpose is to stay free of marijuana and to help the addict who still suffers achieve the same freedom. This is done by practicing the suggested Twelve Steps of recovery and by being guided by the Twelve Traditions.
Ultimately, hope for recovery lies in the individual addict’s ability to recognize that they have a problem and that they need help. The point at which one recognizes the need for help is commonly referred to as a “bottom” or a moment of clarity. The addict must have a true desire to stop using and the willingness to admit that the problem cannot be coped with alone.
Apr 24 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Recovery Dharma Online
Eugene Sangha Wednesday Meeting
Wednesdays, 5:30PM PST
ZOOM LINK:
ZOOM ID:
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ZOOM PASSWORD:
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CONTACT:
admin@buddhistrecoveryeugene.org
WHAT IS RECOVERY DHARMA?
Recovery Dharma is a peer-led movement and community that is unified by our trust in the potential of each of us to recover and find freedom from the suffering of addiction. We believe that the traditional Buddhist teachings, often referred to as the Dharma, offer a powerful approach to healing from addiction and living a life of true freedom.
We believe that recovery means empowerment, and we support each other as partners walking the path together. We believe that recovery is rooted in finding our own inner wisdom and individual journeys.
Recovery Dharma is founded on, and inspired by, Buddhism that originated in India and later on flourished in other regions of Asia (e.g., South Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, Central Asia). We deeply appreciate the Buddhist heritage that was protected and freely offered by the ancestors of these cultures.
Apr 24 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Refuge Recovery is a practice, a process, a set of tools, a treatment, and a path to healing addiction and the suffering caused by addiction This meeting is an ongoing online meeting where we study the four foundations of mindfulness. Please join us when you can.
Mens Meeting
Wednesdays, 5:30pm PST
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Apr 24 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
The WAR ROOM Open Recovery/Topic Meeting
Daily – 5:30PM – 6:30PM PST
Apr 24 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Teen Line
Are You a Teen Looking for Help?
Opening up to someone can be scary. Talking about what you’re dealing with is often hard and a little daunting, but at Teen Line we do everything we can to make it as easy as possible for you. Our only goal is to help you in whatever way we can. No issue is too big or too small. We are here to provide hope and support if you are struggling. We are here to help!
Call
CALL 800-852-8336 Nationwide
6 PM – 10 PM PST Every Night.
After hours, your call will be directed to Didi Hirsch’s Suicide Prevention Center.
Text
TEXT TEEN to 839863
6 PM – 9 PM PST
Text “STOP” to opt out.
Standard message and data rates may apply. Terms & Conditions.
Email or Chat
https://www.teenline.org/email-us
Mission
Teen Line provides support, resources, and hope to youth through a hotline of professionally trained teen counselors, and works to de-stigmatize and normalize mental health through outreach programs.
Vision
We envision a world where every young person can find hope. A world where all youth have the resources and support needed to thrive.
Who Are Our Volunteers?
Our volunteers who answer calls, texts, and emails from youth worldwide are high school students from Los Angeles, California.
Our volunteers – who we call “Listeners” – receive over 100 hours of training from mental health professionals and key partners. Training includes active listening, best practices on the different issue-areas and various identities of the young people calling in as well as role-play scenarios to anticipate the needs of the teens calling, texting, or emailing.
Apr 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Men Recovering AFG
Wednesdays, 6PM PST
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Meeting ID: 838 4887 8899
Passcode: grace
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What is Al-Anon & Alateen
Al-Anon is …
a worldwide organization that offers a program of recovery for the families and friends of alcoholics, whether the alcoholic seeks help or even recognizes the existence of a drinking problem. Members give and receive comfort and understanding through a mutual exchange of experiences, strength, and hope. Sharing of similar problems binds individuals and groups together in a bond that is protected by a policy of anonymity.
Al-Anon is not…
a religious organization or a counseling agency. It is not a treatment center nor is it allied with any other organization offering such services. Al-Anon Family Groups, which includes Alateen for teenage members, neither express opinions on outside issues nor endorse outside enterprises. No dues or fees are required. Membership is voluntary, requiring only that one’s own life has been adversely affected by someone else’s drinking problem.
Whether the alcoholic is still drinking or not…
Al-Anon offers hope and recovery to people affected by the alcoholism of a loved one or friend. Help is here for the asking.
Apr 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Dual Diagnosis Wednesday Recovery Meetings
WEDNESDAYS – 6:00PM PST
Online Via Zoom: To Join, click on the Link Below
Our Mission Statement
Our Mission Statement is our fifth tradition, which states, “Each DDA group has one primary purpose – to carry its message of hope and recovery to those who still suffer from the effects of Dual Diagnosis.”
Dual Diagnosis Anonymous is a fellowship of persons who share their experiences, strengths, weaknesses, feelings, fears, and hopes with one another to resolve our dual diagnosis and/or learn to live at peace with unresolved problems. The only requirement for membership in DDA is a desire to develop healthy, addiction-free lifestyles.
Since 1996, we have been serving persons with severe and persistent mental health and/or substance use challenges and their families in Oregon, numerous states, and worldwide. We provide support and fellowship to help overcome and start on the road to recovery from dual diagnosis.
For more information, please contact us at the Central Office using the contact us page or by calling (503)222-6484.
Apr 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
DDAOR Online Meeting
Wednesdays, 6-7PM PST
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Dual Diagnosis Anonymous (DDA) is a peer support group based on an authorized version of the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous plus an additional 5 Steps that focus on Dual Diagnosis (mental illness and substance abuse). DDA’s unique 12 Steps Plus 5 Program offers hope for achieving the promise of recovery. Read more about the history of DDA at http://www.ddaoregon.com/about.htm.
Apr 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Apr 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
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Meeting ID: 856 4133 4708
Passcode: 123456
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Apr 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Pills Anonymous World Service
Courage to Change
Wednesdays, 6:00PM PST
“Pills Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from pill addiction. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using pills. There are no dues or fees for PA membership; we are self supporting through our own contributions. PA is not affiliated with any religious group, politics, organization, or institution. We do not wish to engage in any controversy and neither endorse nor oppose any cause. This is a program which works by regularly attending meetings and working the 12 Steps of Recovery with other pill addicts. Our primary purpose is to carry the message to the addict who still suffers. We work together to stay clean and help others achieve the same freedom.”
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Apr 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Refuge Recovery is a practice, a process, a set of tools, a treatment, and a path to healing addiction and the suffering caused by addiction This meeting is an ongoing online meeting where we study the four foundations of mindfulness. Please join us when you can.
Dr. Strangeloving Kindness
Thursdays PST
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