| WHV has compiled this list from our research and information received from other organizations. If you have an event you would like to post on this page, click here for the event form. Our calendar is updated weekly. |
Programs are free unless otherwise noted. Be sure to check programs in upcoming months for early bird registration benefits.
2008 Events
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Ongoing Events
| FOCUS | ||
| Single Mother's Network | ||
| Day/Time | Mondays (weekly) | 6pm-7:30 pm |
| Location | FOCUS Women’s Resource Center,953 Second Street, SE Charlottesville | |
| More Info | New group to help single mothers find support, encouragement, and
resources. Babysitting provided. Sponsored by the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation. Pre-Screening required. For more information and to register, please contact: Dr. Robin Eliason (434) 293-2222 ext. 27. |
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| FOCUS | ||
| Men’s and Women’s Divorce Support Group | ||
| Day/Time | Tuesdays (weekly) | 7pm-8:30 pm |
| Location | FOCUS Women’s Resource Center,953 Second Street, SE Charlottesville | |
| More Info | New group to help individuals during time of separation or divorce. Group members share and explore their divorce experiences. Pre-Screening and Modest Fee Required. For more information, contact Betsy Cochran, LPC, of Authentic Living at (434) 296-5300. |
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| Jewish Family Services | ||
| Group Therapy for Adults | ||
| Day/Time | Thursday (weekly) | 7pm-8:30 pm |
| Location | Jewish Family Services, 6718 Patterson Ave., Richmond | |
| More Info | This ongoing group meets weekly for individuals interested in working on family and relationship issues. $50 per session. Insurance accepted; fee subsidies available. For more information or to register, call 804-282-5644, ext. O. |
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| Jewish Family Services | ||
| Coping with Divorce | ||
| Day/Time | Thursdays (weekly) | 7pm-8:30 pm |
| Location | Jewish Family Services, 6718 Patterson Ave., Richmond | |
| More Info | A five-week support group for adults struggling with separation and divorce. Participants will learn coping skills and focus on reinforcing the positive aspects of their lives while rebuilding. $50 per session. Insurance accepted; fee subsidies available. For more information or to register, call 804-282-5644, ext. O. |
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| FOCUS | ||
| Creating Health Relationships | ||
| Day/Time | Thursdays (weekly) | 6:30pm-8 pm |
| Location | FOCUS Women’s Resource Center,953 Second Street, SE Charlottesville | |
| More Info | New group forming for women struggling with relationships. For individuals having difficulty in letting go of relationships that are not good for them or for individuals who feel they have to be in a relationship al the time to avoid being alone. Fee based on a sliding scale. Call Monica Cates-Rosko at (434) 984-1392 or FOCUS Counseling Services at 293-2222 ext 27 for more information. |
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| U.VA. Women's Center | ||
| Women's Sexual Assault Recovery Group | ||
| Day/Time | Thursdays (weekly) | 6pm-7:30 pm |
| Location | U.VA. Women's Center (On University Avenue at 14th Street, In the historic Corner Building) | |
| More Info | This group will offer an opportunity for women to meet in a safe environment to support one another in the recovery process. An individual appointment needs to be scheduled prior to the start of the group. Contact Christen Pendleton ccp7a@virginia.edu or Kelly Handley keh5c@virginia.edu or call 982-2252. | |
| SIDS Mid-Atlantic | ||
| SIDS Support Group | ||
| Day/Time | 1st Thursday of every month | 7-9 pm |
| Location | McLean Presbyterian Church, 1020 Balls Hill Rd, McLean (last room on right on first floor) | |
| More Info | SIDS Mid-Atlantic support group for
families, caregivers, and friends affected by the loss of a baby.
The group is free and facilitated by a Grief Counselor.
For more information on coping with the death of a baby, please contact SIDS Mid-Atlantic at 703-933-9100 or sidsma27@aol.com or www.sidsma.org |
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| FOCUS | ||
| Job Search Support Group | ||
| Day/Time | Second and fourth Thursday of every month | 10 am |
| Location | FOCUS Women’s Resource Center,953 Second Street, SE Charlottesville | |
| More Info | Free On-going meeting offering encouragement and a circle of support within a relaxed, informal atmosphere for individuals in search of employment. For more information, visit IX Project at 953 Second Street S.E., Charlottesville or call (434) 293-2222. You can also visit the website at www.avenue.org/focus for more information. |
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| Jewish Family Services | ||
| Caregiver Support Group | ||
| Day/Time | Third Thursday of every month | 2-3:30 pm |
| Location | Jewish Family Services, 6718 Patterson Ave., Richmond | |
| More Info | Group offers a comfortable, confidential environment for caregivers struggling in their role. $50 per session. Insurance accepted; fee subsidies available. For more information or to register, call 804-282-5644, ext. O. |
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| CentraHealth Foundation and Mental Health Association of Central VA | ||
| ADD/ADHD Support Group | ||
| Day/Time | Third Thursday of every month | 6-7:30 pm |
| Location | United Way Bldg., 1010 Miller Park Square, Lynchburg | |
| More Info | For parents of children with ADD/ADHD and adults with ADD/ADHD.
For more information or to register, call 434-947-4447 |
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| Jewish Family Services | ||
| Adoption Workshop | ||
| Day/Time | Third Thursday of every month | 2-3:30 pm |
| Location | Jewish Family Services, 6718 Patterson Ave., Richmond | |
| More Info | An adoption social worker covers all aspects of adoption including: homestudies, carious ways to adopt, and post-placement services. There will be time for questions and answers. For more information or to register, call 804-282-5644, ext. O. |
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| Couples and Kids: Central VA's Counseling Center for Families | ||
| Healthy Relationships | ||
| Day/Time | Ongoing | Contact for details |
| Location | 110 Vista Centre Drive, Forest, VA | |
| More Info | 6 session program that teaches participants what is a healthy relationship.
Fee $140. Advanced registration is required. For more information: see http://www.couplesandkids.com or contact norma.white@couplesandkids.com 434-316-9339. |
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| Shaping Life Through Art | ||
| Expressive Arts Practices | ||
| Day/Time | Thursdays | 7 - 9 pm |
| Location | Glass Building, 313 2nd St. SE, Charlottesville | |
| More Info | Shaping Life Through Art introduces Expressive
Arts practices to promote relaxation, personal growth and well being.
Through movement meditations, visual art-making and reflective writing,
we will tap into art's symbolic language to explore the compelling themes,
images and stories in our lives. Each class invites you to enter into
the rich landscape of your imagination where all possibilities exist
for shaping life as a true expression of self.
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