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0 Comments | Oakland Tribune, Jul 31, 2008 | by BAY AREA NEWS GROUP

ONGOING

SUPPORT

Gynecological Cancer Support Group -- meetings, 3-5 p.m. second and fourth Mondays monthly. Support, information exchange between women who have been diagnosed with a gynecological cancer. Alta Bates Summit Comprehensive Cancer Center, Herrick Campus, 2001 Dwight Way. Free. Pre-registration: 510-204-3909.

-- Stroke Support Group -- Meets 4-5 p.m. first Tuesdays monthly. Rehabilitation and coping techniques for stroke survivors, families and friends. Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, Herrick Campus, 2001 Dwight Way. Details: 510-204-4503.

-- Support After Neonatal Death -- Alta Bates Summit Birth Center, 7-9 p.m. first and third Wednesdays monthly. Provides support for parents who experience fetal or neonatal death. 3030 Telegraph Ave. Details: 510-204-1571.

-- Neuropathy Association -- Northern California Chapter meetings, 6 p.m. third Mondays monthly. Lutheran Church of the Cross, 1744 University Ave. Details: 510-527-3568.

-- Brain Injury Life-Skills Support Group -- 6:30-8 p.m., second and fourth Thursdays monthly. Enhances caregiver's understanding of brain injuries. Alta Bates Summit Medical Center's Regional Stroke Center, Herrick Campus, 2001 Dwight Way. Details: 510-204-3307.

-- Pet Loss Support Group -- Meets 7-8:30 p.m. third Tuesdays monthly at Berkeley East Bay Humane Society. Free, drop-in, for humans only. 510-845-7735, www.berkeleyhumane.org.

-- Neighborhood Parents Network -- Offers information, support, social and educational events, a monthly newsletter, play groups, support groups, preschool and elementary school info, more for East Bay families. 877-648-5437, www.npnonline.org.

-- Fibromyalgia Support Group -- Meets noon-2 p.m. third Tuesdays monthly, except December. Assists those coping with Fibromyalgia and the people who support them. Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, Herrick Campus, 2001 Dwight Way. Free. 510-204-4503.

-- Narconon -- Do you or a loved one have a problem with drugs or alcohol and need help? Organization offers free consultations with certified Addiction Counselors, advice, referrals to treatment centers. 800-556-8885, www.drugrehab.net.

-- Older People United -- Invites those 75 years old and older to discuss problems of getting older, looking for solutions and getting helpful information. Jean Reyes leads group at Gray Panther Office, 1403 Addison St. 510-548-9696.

-- Family/Friends Who Care for Older Adults -- Meets 4-5:30 p.m. third Wednesdays monthly. Drop-in support group. Discuss personal and practical issues. Free. Herrick Campus of Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, 2001 Dwight Way.

-- Alzheimer's Association -- support groups. Meets 7-9 p.m. first Wednesdays monthly, and 4:30-5:45 p.m. fourth Thursdays monthly, at Alzheimer's Services of the East Bay, 2320 Channing Way; details: Heather, 510-284-7942. Group for early onset family/ caregivers, any stage, meets 7-9 p.m. fourth Thursdays monthly, at 800 Hearst Ave. Details: Ericka, 650-962-8111. More details: 800- 272-3900, www.alznorcal.org.

-- Narconon Arrowhead -- Specializes in drug and alcohol addiction treatment. Free counseling, assessments, referrals to centers nationwide. 800-468-6933, www.stopaddiction.com. To receive free booklet entitled "Healing Addicted Lives," call number above or go to www.healingaddictedlives.com.