We can help you find a group, start a group or support your own!
If you know of any new or updated support group information, or cannot find a group in your area, please contact us 503-241-0799 / 800-764-8367 or orparc@nwresource.org for help and suggestions.
Each month has a new topic for discussion.
Childcare is not available
500 Summer Street
Salem, OR 97301
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Roberta Lincoln, 503-947-5214
New ways to understand, effective ways to respond. Circle of Secruity enhances parents’ awareness and understanding of children’s needs and how their own responses meet those needs. COS parenting is engaging and understandle, and firmly based in current developmental neuroscience and attachment theory.
$10/session (inquire about arrangements)
Learn more about Circle of Security here.
Downtown Salem
Location provided upon registration
Lisa Mayfield, 503-588-5884
Parenting a child with challenges can have its difficulties, especially during a pandemic. You may be feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and alone. Join our support group and find community. Here at OFSN, we want to come alongside you and support your family.
Group meets via Zoom
Call or email to register lauriee@ofsn.net 503-302-9290
Group is for grandparents raising grandchildren or any other relative raising a relative.
If you are interested in calling in or getting on Zoom to attend the support group please contact Suzy Deeds. She will register you and give you a pin code so that you can call in or attend via Zoom.
**Email Suzy Deeds for code to elevator to upstairs conference room. Or ask for code at NWSDS front desk.**
Please contact Suzy if you'd like to be added to the email list to receive monthly fliers and group updates.
NorthWest Senior & Disability Services (upstairs conference room)
3410 Cherry Avenue NE
Salem, OR 97301
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Suzy Deeds at 503-304-3429 or suzy.deeds@nwsds.org, or Julie Mendez at 503-304-3432.
Department of Human Services
4600 25th Avenue NE
Salem, OR 97301
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Erma Brundidge: 503-378-4784, erma.s.brundidge@dhsoha.state.or.us; or Kem Sunitsch: 503-378-5289, kem.sunitsch@dhsoha.state.or.us
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for family members, caregivers and loved ones of individuals living with mental illness. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar circumstances.
NAMI’s Support Groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need.
Salem Hospital Community Health Education Center
890 Oak Street SE
Salem, OR 97301
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Pat Beaman, pat5036@centurylink.net, 503-364-1077
Get to know other families! Learn how to enhance your well-being with topics like: stress management, behavioral strategies, and self-care.
Dinner and supervised activities for children provided to those who RSVP.
OFSN serves families raising children and youth who experience mental, emotional, behavioral and/or physical challenges.
Salem Alliance Church
555 Gaines Street NE
Salem, OR 97301
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For more information or to RSVP, please contact Melissa from OFSN at 503-507-0660