Resources
Virtual Support Groups
A Journey to Healing
We will bring awareness, education, and support surrounding addiction to families who are struggling with a loved one’s addiction. Participants will learn how to set healthy boundaries, learn the stages of grief & loss, model coping skills, and the importance of self-care.
When
Wednesdays
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Registration
Eddylees Guzman, 716-836-0822 ext. 164 or email at eguzman@wnyil.org
Positive Perspective
How do we change our thinking? Let’s find the positive in this very negative world!
When
Wednesdays
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Registration
Bobbie Fullenweider, 716-836-0822 ext. 129 or email at bfullenweider@wnyil.org
Building Foundations of Recovery
Addict 2 Addict, Family 2 Family Peer Support Group
This is an all-inclusive group supporting multiple pathways of recovery to educate individuals of the resources available to help them develop a strong foundation to their recovery.
When
Wednesdays
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Registration
Eddylees Guzman, 836-0822 ext. 164 or email at eguzman@wnyil.org
Hand & Hand
Reaching out to the community with a trauma and support group.
When
Thursdays
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Registration
Ashanti Brown, 716-836-0822 ext. 160 or email at ashbrown@wnyil.org
MICA (Mental Illness Chemical Addition) Group
Learn how to understand and challenge both mental illness and chemical addiction.
When
1st and 3rd Thursdays
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Registration
Brett Dunbar, 836-0822 ext. 509, or email at bdunbar@wnyil.org
Virtual Open Mic: Freedom of Expression
People can freely express themselves through spoken word, singing, playing musical instruments, theater, dance and comedy.
When
1st and 3rd Thursdays
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Registration
716-836-0822 ext. 520
Walk with Me
Addict 2 Addict, Family 2 Family Peer Support Group
We meet with individuals with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and their family members to discuss effective communication, conflict resolution, trust building, co-dependency recovery and coping skills.
When
Fridays
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Registration
Eddylees Guzman, 836-0822 ext. 164 or email at eguzman@wnyil.org
In-Person Support Groups
Hope Heals Family Support Group
As family members, our pain grows as we watch our loved ones suffering from substance abuse. The confusion on how to help can be overwhelming. Anger and fear become a part of our everyday lives.
Please wear a face covering for the duration of the group.
When
Tuesdays
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Location
Sparks of Hope, 107 Main St, Hamburg, NY 14075
Registration
Alan Tomaski, atomaski@wnyil.org or 716-931-0380
In-Person SMART Recovery
Our goal is to help individuals gain independence from addictive behavior and lead meaningful and satisfying lives.
Please wear a face covering for the duration of the group. Room is open 30 minutes before and after group.
When
Thursdays
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Location
Revive Wesleyan of Hamburg, 4999 McKinley Parkway, Hamburg, NY 14075
Registration
Alan Tomaski, atomaski@wnyil.org or 716-931-0380
Healing Families
Join us for our peer family support group. We can help rebuild our lives after the devastation of substance use in our homes.
Please wear a face covering for the duration of the group.
When
Every other Friday
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location
Rural Outreach Center, 730 Olean Road, East Aurora, 14052
Registration
Alan Tomaski, atomaski@wnyil.org or 716-931-0380
Wellness for All Group
Peer support group for socializing. A pool table, dart board and television are available. Drinks and snacks can be purchased on site.
When
Every other Friday
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location
Amity Club, 340 Military Road, Buffalo, NY 14207
Registration
Randy Oaks, 716-836-0822 ext. 182 or roaks@wnyil.org
Support Group Sponsored by Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
Depression, Anxiety, OCD and Bipolar Support Group
Open to anyone with any mental health challenge. Please call before attending for the first time.
When
Mondays
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location
Western New York Independent Living, 3108 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14214
Registration
Marie Therese Kersten, 716-435-0238 or jmtdkersten@yahoo.com
An important note about the RSVP process and privacy:
To maintain your privacy, we do not publicly share the phone numbers and links to our virtual meetings. We respect people’s wishes to remain anonymous.
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For feedback, questions or concerns, please call 716-836-0822 or click the link below for more assistance.