Support Groups

Parenting Children of Divorce

Sponsored by the Indiana Health Group. Class meets from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Hancock Regional Hospital. Contact the Indiana Health Group at (317) 467.2025 to register.

Alzheimer’s Support

For spouses and other family members of persons with Alzheimer’s disease. Meets the last Monday of each month (no meeting in May due to Memorial Day) from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Hancock Regional Hospital.Contact the Alzheimer’s Association at (317) 575.9620 for more information.

Caregivers Support Group

This support group will teach vital skills to caregivers including proper transfer and personal care, nutrition, behavior modification techniques and financial and legal concerns. The group will also provide an environment of support and share information about vital community resources. Meets the last Tuesday of each month from 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. at Hancock Regional Hospital. Call (317) 468.4185 for more information.

Better Breathers

For persons with COPD and other chronic respiratory disorders. Meets the first Wednesday of each month from 12:30 - 3:00 p.m. at Hancock Regional Hospital. Call (317) 468.4380 for more information.

Diabetes Support Group

For persons with diabetes, family members and caregivers. Call (317) 468.4379 for more information. All meetings held at Hancock Regional Hospital.

Bariatric Support Group

Meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.. There is no charge and registration is not required. Attendance at support group meetings is considered part of the treatment following bariatric surgery but attendance is highly encouraged for individuals who have an interest in bariatric surgery and want to learn more from those that have already had surgery. Meetings are held in the Bariatric Center at Hancock Regional Hospital, located on the lower level adjacent to the Rehabilitation Department. For more information, call (317) 325.BARI (2274).

Cancer Circle

For people with cancer and cancer survivors. Meets the third Wednesday of each month from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Hancock Regional Hospital. Contact Suzanne Walker at (317) 462.5599 for more information.

Breastfeeding Support Group for Pregnant & Nursing Mothers

For pregnant and nursing mothers interested in learning more about the benefits of breastfeeding in a supportive environment. For nursing mothers, scales are available to monitor your baby’s weight gain. Facilitated by a breastfeeding professional. Meets the second Thursday of each month from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at Hancock Regional Hospital. Call (317) 468.4397 for more information.

MS Support Group

For individuals affected by Multiple Sclerosis, as well as spouses, caregivers, and family members. This group meets the second Thursday of each month from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Hancock Regional Hospital.Contact Joe Lime at (317) 861.5020 for more information.

Joint Replacement Seminar

Will discuss when a hip or knee replacement is needed, the advantages of the surgical procedure, how it is performed, and the recovery process. Seminars held quarterly from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Hancock Regional Hospital. Contact Geanell Shores, RN at (317) 468.4199 for more information.

Look Good……..Feel Better

Location: Central Indiana Cancer Centers, Suite 50, 801 North State Street, Greenfield. Provides information and cosmetic advice, including hands-on instruction on makeup, skin care, and suggestions for using wigs, turbans and scarves. This program is provided free of charge. Reservations are required, and women must be currently undergoing active cancer treatment. For more information or to make a reservation, please call Bonnie at (317) 467.7100 ext. 207.

Commit to Quit Support Group

Meets the first Thursday of every month at a local smoke-free restaurant at 6:00pm. Call for (317) 468.4162 for locations.