Alateen
Address: 6200 W 167th Street, Faith United Presbyterian Church
Phone: (773)471-0225, information number to find local groups
Hours: Every Thursday 7:00pm. (Classroom in the lower level)
Services: Support group for teens that have been affected by someone else's drinking habits. Group members will share experiences, strength, and hope, discuss difficulties, learn effective ways to cope, and learn how to use the 12 steps for personal growth and group unity.
CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
Address: Chapter #390, Please call as group location changes
Phone: (708)802-4233
Hours: 24 hour voicemail
Services: Support group that provides insight into ADHD, the impact it can have on all family members, and coping strategies.
Cancer Support Center
Address: 2028 Elm Rd., Homewood, IL 60430
Phone: (708)798-9171
Contact: Sue Armato, Executive Director
Hours: Monday-Wednesday 9am-5pm, Thursday and Friday 9am-4pm
Services: Caregiver support group, kid support group ages 6-12, group for parents of children ages 6-12, teen talk for adolescents ages 13-17, individual counseling for adults, children, and teens. Couple and family counseling, buddy program which connects people with similar cancer related issues, professional seminars, and consultation to schools. Services also include massage therapy, reike, and other exercise related classes.
Cancer Support Center
Address: 19657 S. LaGrange Road, Mokena, IL 60448
Phone: (708)478-3529
Contact: Sue Armato, Executive Director
Hours: Monday-Friday 11am-4pm
Services: Caregiver support group, kid support group ages 6-12, group for parents of children ages 6-12, teen talk for adolescents ages 13-17, individual counseling for adults, children, and teens. Couple and family counseling, buddy program which connects people with similar cancer related issues, professional seminars, and consultation to schools. Services also include massage therapy, reike, and other exercise related classes.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren though Orland Township
Phone: (708)403-4001
Services: Provides and open forum for grandparents to express their frustrations, concerns, and ask questions to those in similar situations. Kids are welcome. Call for location and additional information.
Midwest Pallative Care Center
Address: 2050 Claire Court, Glenview, IL 60025 or
800 W. Central, Arlington Heights ,IL
Phone: (847) 467-7423 or www. carecenter.org
Services: Support program for children and families coping with the loss of a loved one
Orland Park Township Youth & Family Services
Address: 14807 S. Ravinia Ave, Orland Park, IL, 60462
Phone: (708)403-4222 or kathyp@orlandtownship.org
Contact: Kathy Passafiume, L.C.P.C
Hours: Monday & Friday 9am- 4:30pm or Tuesday-Thursday, 9am-8pm.
Services: Various support groups are provided at any time. Some include anger management, parenting, and managing stress. Call for additional groups, times, meeting locations, and any additional information.
The Heart Connection
Address: Little Company of Mary Hospital and Health Care Centers
Pastoral Care Department
2800 W. 95th St, Evergreen Park, IL 60805
Phone: (708)229-5480
Contact: Peg Schneider, RN, Coordinator; Meghan Llanes, LCSW Coordinator
Hours: Group meets Monday evenings from 6pm – 7:30pm for 8 weeks
Services: Program for bereaved children ages 5-18, this program encourages children to express their feelings within their own support groups, play and creative activities are utilized. The support group is free.
Safe Alternatives Program Safe Choice
Address: Linden Oaks Hospital at Edwards
852 West St, Naperville, IL 60540
Phone: (630)305-5027
Services: Therapy group for those who self-injure and want to change their behavior, all participants are expected to be individual and/or family therapy.