Support Groups
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Active Duty Families
Our mission is to help military families by providing a supportive community where they can receive help to bring hope, encouragement and faith in God while facing difficult battles at home, and in defense of our country.
ADD Adults, Parents and Families
We provide a group for adults with ADD, parents and family members seeking support, resources and information about living with, and healing ADD.
1 Saddleback Pkwy
Lake Forest, CA 92630
Adoption, Kinship, & Foster Care Support Group
Join other adoptive, kinship, and foster parents for support, training, and encouragement as we learn how to better relate to our children and bring healing. We meet at three Saddleback Church campuses. We meet every Tuesday at 11am at the Lake Forest campus, every Saturday at 4pm at the Anaheim campus, the 2nd Saturday of the month at the Rancho Capistrano campus and and every 4th Saturday at the San Clemente campus.
Alzheimer's Support Group
We provide a support group for those caring for a spouse or a loved one with Alzheimer's.
1 Saddleback Pkwy
Lake Forest, CA 92630
Autism Support Group
Whether you are new to the journey or have been on this road for some time, no matter what side of the spectrum your child is on, you'll find support and encouragement. Come empower yourself with other parents through shared information, guest speakers, and publications.
1 Saddleback Pkwy
Lake Forest, CA 92630
Bipolar Workshop
If you are struggling with this illness, please know the Bible says that nothing can separate you from the love of God. Our ministry serves individuals and families affected by Bipolar Disorder. We provide a 14-week Christ-Centered workshop which includes education through teaching, group and individual exercises, discussion, and films. You must register for this workshop since space is limited by emailing rugenad@saddleback.com
1 Saddleback Pkwy
Lake Forest, CA 92630
Brain Injury Support Group
We offer hope, support, empathy, education, and encouragement for rehabilitating brain injury survivors and their families from someone who has BEEN THERE and DONE THAT! Philippians 4:13. "I can do all things with God who gives me strength."
1 Saddleback Pkwy
Lake Forest, CA 92630
Divorce Care
The Divorce Care Workshop uses the video-based curriculum called Divorce Care, offering a structured process that facilitates healing from divorce. This is a 13-week group that involves teaching and group discussion. The cost is $20 per person and includes workbook materials.
Families and Friends of those with Mental Illness
This support group provides an environment where you can share your burdens, glean from others experience and find strength being with people who also have a loved one battling mental illness. You don't have to go through it alone. Come and be with people who can relate to what you are going through.
Families with Incarcerated Loved Ones
Come join our group so you can share your struggles, find answers and learn of new law changes that may impact your incarcerated loved one. During this difficult journey we pray, laugh, and sometimes cry together which has a healing effect on everyone.
1 Saddleback Pkwy
Lake Forest, CA 92630
Grief Support Group
The Grief Support Workshop uses the video-based curriculum called Grief Share, offering a structured process that facilitates healing from grief. The sessions involves teaching and group discussion. The cost is $20 per person and includes workbook materials.
HIV&AIDS
We meet the 1st and 3rd Tuesday's of the month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. All who are living with or affected by HIV/AIDS are welcome.
1 Saddleback Pkwy
Lake Forest, CA 92630
NAMI Basics
The six session course is taught by trained teachers who are also parents / caregivers of individuals who developed the symptoms of mental illness in childhood. The course provides the fundamentals a caregiver needs to care for themselves, their family, and their child who is living with a mental illness. The course elements include: The trauma of mental illness for the child and the family The biology of mental illness & getting an accurate diagnosis The latest research on the medical aspects of the illness and advances in treatment An overview of treatment options-treatment works! The impact of a child’s mental illness on the rest of the family (caregivers & siblings) An overview of the systems involved in caring for children and teens and the importance of record keeping. You must contact NAMI to register for this workshop because space is limited. You can register online at namioc.org or call Jodi Schultz directly at (714) 836-4138.
1 Saddleback Pkwy
Lake Forest, CA 92630
NAMI Family to Family Workshops
We deliver a 12-week course, written by mental health professionals and family members who have personally experienced the challenge of living with a mentally-ill family member. Learn about the various conditions, your role and how to cope during the process. You must contact NAMI to register for the next workshop for Saddleback Church. Space is limited You can register online at namioc.org or call 714-544-8488.
1 Saddleback Pkwy
Lake Forest, CA 92630
Suicide Loss Grief Support Group
A support group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. Those who lose a loved one to suicide often feel alone in their grief. Our support group offers a safe place for survivors of suicide loss to come together and talk openly with others who have shared a similar experience. No matter where you are in your personal journey, you'll find understanding, encouragement, and support to give you hope and healing.
1 Saddleback Pkwy
Lake Forest, CA 92630
Veterans of the Armed Forces Support Group
Get together with other veterans and share your experiences in a setting where what is shared in the group stays in the group. We encourage one another as we look to God and the Bible for strength to face our challenges and for answers to our questions. Weekly attendance is not required.
1 Saddleback Pkwy
Lake Forest, CA 92630
