Group Support

Sometimes the best medicine comes in the form of interaction with others, especially those who can relate to your health condition. Sharing your experiences with others offers a sense of community, belonging and relief that you’re not alone. It can also give you a better understanding of your own disease or illness. Patients who participate in support groups often recover faster, experience less pain and establish lifelong bonds.

Support Groups at Weiss
  1. Just Us: Cancer Patients' Peer Support Group

    Second Thursday of Month, 10:00 a.m.
    The group is facilitated by Karen Delaney, cancer patient, and is open to any cancer patient who wishes to experience the sharing and comfort that a support group offers. Meetings are held every second Thursday starting at 10 a.m., in the Medical Office Building, Oncology Conference Room, Suite #315, 4700 N. Marine Drive (adjacent to hospital).

    Please call (773) 564-5030 for more information. To register, please call (800) 503-1234.

  2. Cancer Patient Support Group

    Third Thursday of Month, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
    This group is facilitated by Jill  Chudacoff, LSW. Support and educate one another while surviving the battle of cancer. Meetings are held every third Thursday, 12 p.m. - 1 p.m., in the Medical Office Building, Oncology Conference Room, Suite #315, 4700 N. Marine Drive (adjacent to hospital).

    Please call (773) 564-5030 for more information.

  3. Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group
    Third Tuesday of Month, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
    The Alzheimer’s Support Group is open to family, friends and/or caregivers who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s. Many topics will be discussed, including:
    • Challenges of caregiving for someone who has Alzheimer’s
    • Care for the caregiver
    • Ideas for additional support
    Nancy Tuzzolino, Geriatric Care Coordinator, will facilitate the Alzheimer’s Support Group. The group will meet on the third Tuesday of every month in the WISE Senior Center, first floor, C elevators.

    This program is being supported by the Alzheimer’s Association Chicago Chapter, (312) 335-8700.

    Please call (800) 503-1234 for more information or to register.
  4. Grief Support Group
    First Wednesday of Month, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
    Have you lost a loved one and need help? Join Lindsey Haugen, LCSW, who will be facilitating our Grief Support Group. The group will meet on the first Wednesday of every month in the Seasons Hospice Conference Room (Third floor, A Elevators).

    For more information or to RSVP please contact Lindsey at (773) 564-7300.

    This program is being supported by Season’s Hospice & Palliative Care, (773) 564-7300.
  5. Veterans Support Group
    Third Friday of Month, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
    Come and talk about your experiences, wellness programs, resources and more with other veterans.

    This group meets in the WISE Senior Center, first floor, C elevator.

    Please call (800) 503-1234 to register.

  6. Do You Love a Veteran? Community Group
    Third Wednesday of Month, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

    Building a community of support for the people who love veterans. Welcoming home veterans is a community endeavor that may start with banners and parties, but continues for years. All too often the support of the community falls away, and the people who love and care for these men and women are left to support them in isolation.

    Our community group is here to change that. We are spouses, partners, friends, and parents of veterans, and we meet once a month to build our own community of support.  We hope to develop a safe space to share our experiences, personal struggles and coping methods.

    Partners of Veterans Nicky Baltrushes and Johanna (Hans) Buwalda, LCPC, facilitate this group.

    For more information or to RSVP, please call (773) 564-5666.

  7. Senior Care Support Group

    Every Wednesday of Month, 12:00 p.m.
    Are you 65 or older? Would you like to socialize with others your age? Come and join the Senior Care Support Group, in the eighth floor Conference Room, A elevators.

    This group offers a chance to chat about the advantages and challenges of growing older. Meet new friends and relax as you express yourself in a warm and caring environment.

    For more information please call Sima or Bailey at (773) 564-5666.

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