First Lutheran Church - Alexandria
Support Group
1655 18th Ave E, Alexandria, MN, 56308
(320) 762-2196
frstluth@firstlutheranalexandria.com
https://74025614.view-events.com/calendar/74025614
Service Details
Description
A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support.
Additional Information
Provides several support groups, see events calendar for details.
Current or past groups include:
* Stronger Together caregiver support group
* Parkinson's support group
* Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) support group (please contact Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) for more information)
* Grief support group
Features
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Area Served by County
- Douglas County
Fees
There is no fee for this service.
Area Served
Douglas County
Websites
Phone Numbers
Type | Number | Hours |
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Main | (320) 762-2196 |
Last Update
1/16/2025
Other Locations
This provider does not offer this service at other locations.
Other Services or resources
This provider does not offer other services or resources at this location.
Taxonomy Terms Used: Clicking a taxonomy term from the list below launches a new search.
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PN-8100.0500-270General Addictions/Substance Use Disorder Support Groups Definition
Mutual support groups whose members are people who have any type of behavioral addiction or a substance use disorder involving alcohol or other drugs. The groups meet in-person, by telephone or via the Internet; provide emotional support, information and resources to help those who participate modify their behavior; and may include faith-based and secular 12-step groups as well as non-12 step groups.
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PN-8100.1000Bereavement and Grief Support Groups Definition
Mutual support groups whose members are people who have experienced a loss such as the death of a loved one, divorce or separation and are trying to cope with their grief as a result. The groups meet in-person, by telephone or via the Internet; and focus on helping participants accept their loss, express their grief, move through the bereavement process and put their lives back together.
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PN-8100.3000Health/Disability Related Support Groups Definition
Mutual support groups whose members are people who have a disability, illness or other health condition, their families and friends. The groups meet in-person, by telephone or via the Internet; and provide an opportunity for participants to share information, resources, practical tips for daily living and encouragement about issues related to the disability or health problem.
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PN-8100.4500-120Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups Definition
Mutual support groups whose members are family, friends, significant others, non-familial caregivers or attendants who are caring for someone who has a temporary, chronic, life-threatening or terminal illness or disability or who is elderly and increasingly unable to provide for his or her own care. The groups meet in-person, by telephone or via the Internet; and provide emotional support, information and resources to help participants ensure their own well-being while remaining involved in the intense care of a loved one. Also included are care receiver support groups that help people who have a caregiver cope with the fact that they require care. Care receiver support groups are often offered in conjunction with caregiver support groups and are structured to allow care receivers to participate in their own group while their caregiver attends another.
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YB-9000Young Adults Definition
Individuals who are generally between the ages of 18 and 25 depending on the ages that specific programs use for qualification.
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YD-3300Informal Caregivers Definition
Family members, friends, neighbors and others who assume responsibility for attending to the daily needs of individuals who are temporarily or permanently unable to care for themselves due to general frailty; illnesses, injuries or progressively debilitating conditions such as Alzheimer's disease or mental illness; or other incapacitating problems without compensation. Some, but not all, states have programs that help people pay for the caregiver of their choice, and in certain circumstances that can be a family member. Most of these programs have income and other eligibility requirements that the care recipient must meet, and strict rules often apply as to who can be paid for the caregiving. Benefits may also be available for veterans and their families through the Veteran's Administration.
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YF-3000.6160Parkinson's Disease Definition
One of a group of conditions called motor system disorders which result from loss of dopamine-producing brain cells. Symptoms of PD include tremor (trembling in hands, arms, legs, jaw, and face), rigidity (stiffness of the limbs and trunk); bradykinesia (slowness of movement) and postural instability (impaired balance and coordination). As these symptoms become more pronounced, patients may have difficulty walking, talking, or completing other simple tasks. The disease usually affects people over the age of 50, can be difficult to diagnose accurately and may require brain scans or laboratory tests to rule out other conditions.
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YF-8000.0500-330Individuals Recovering from an Alcohol Use Disorder Definition
Individuals who are currently participating in or have completed an alcohol use disorder treatment program or are involved in a recovery program and are endeavoring to remain sober.
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YF-8000.1800-325Individuals Recovering from a Drug Use Disorder Definition
Individuals who are currently participating in or have completed a drug treatment program or are involved in a recovery program and are endeavoring to remain drug free.
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YJ-0900Bereaved/Grieving Individuals Definition
Individuals who have experienced a loss, such as the death of a loved one or pet, divorce or separation, estrangement from a family member or any other kind of significant loss whose own patterns of personal, social and familial coping have been significantly affected as a result.