Porter Regional Hospital is offering the following support groups in March. All support groups are free.
Our Carriage Infant Loss Support Group
Pregnancy and infant loss is an isolating, devastating experience. This support group is one of the few places where moms and grieving parents can speak the truth about the depth of their emotions and experiences, and also celebrate new milestones and breakthroughs during the grieving process. The group meets at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month at Christ Lutheran Church, 2610 N. Campbell St., Valparaiso. The next meeting is March 19. Call 219-309-6116 with questions.
Breastfeeding Support Clinic
Please join other mothers who are breastfeeding to share experiences, ask questions and receive support. A lactation consultant will be available to assist with any breastfeeding or latch issues, and we suggest bringing your infant in hungry so we can provide an infant weight check. The group meets from 3-5 p.m. on the first Thursday and third Tuesday of the month. The next meetings are March 5 and March 17, in the Women & Children’s Classroom at Porter Regional Hospital. Complimentary valet parking is available. For more information call 219-983-8543.
Cancer Support Group
Porter Regional Hospital offers a support group for those affected by cancer
to provide a safe and open environment to share your experiences and struggles,
and connect you with local and national resources to aid during your time of
need. The group meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 11 a.m. – noon and
is open to anyone affected by cancer, including survivors, family members,
friends and caregivers. This group meets at Pines Village, 3303 Pines Village
Circle in Valparaiso. The next meeting
is March 4. Registration is not
necessary. For more information, call 219-983-6128.
Stroke Survivor Support Group
Porter Regional Hospital offers a support group for stroke survivors, their
caregivers, family members, and loved ones. The monthly gathering offers an
environment to share experiences and struggles, and connect with other
survivors and local resources. The group meets on the last Thursday of the
month from 2 to 3:30 p.m. The next meeting is March 26th in the Community Room
at Porter Regional Hospital, 85 E. US Highway 6, Valparaiso. For more
information, call 219-983-8355.
Women’s Cancer Support Group – Hope & Healing
Porter Regional Hospital offers Hope & Healing, a support group for women
coping with cancer, whether newly diagnosed or a long-term survivor. The group
offers emotional support, information, education, and guest speakers. It also
provides the opportunity for individuals to share their unique concerns and
feelings brought on by cancer. The Hope & Healing Support Group meets on
the first Tuesday of the month from 5 – 6:30 p.m. at the Campbell Street Cafe, 4245
Meridian Woods Dr. in Valparaiso. The next meeting is March 3. For more
information call 219-983-6128.
Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group
This support group offers encouragement for those with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). The TBI Support group was started by Speech and Language Pathologists. The purpose of the group is for individuals who have experienced a TBI to meet others, share their experiences, and provide support in working toward various goals, promote participation in previous activities or returning to school/work. It is also a chance to just have fun and be social with others who understand TBI. The group meets from 11 a.m. to noon, the first Wednesday of every month at the Portage Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, 6040 Lute Road, Portage IN 46368. The next meeting is March 4. Family members are welcome. Please call 219-764-1053 to RSVP.
Ostomy Support Group
This free monthly support group is open to anyone living with any type of Ostomy (Ileostomy, Urostomy, Colostomy, Koch Pouch, etc.) and their loved ones. Approximately 100,000 ostomy surgeries are performed annually in the United States. This support group offers ostomates monthly peer-to-peer emotional support, encouragement and education, and serves to encourage confidence, hope and promote ones independence and acceptance of living with an Ostomy. People with ostomies live full & meaningful lives that include swimming, working, playing sports & having relationships.
Ostomy Group meets January – October 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM (4th THURSDAY of every month) at the Community Room (1st floor) at Porter Regional Hospital. October meeting is a celebration of National Ostomy Month. For more information, call 219-983-8780 or Sarah Grcich 219-309-5939. Next meeting will be March 26, 2020.
Diabetes Support Group
This is a free support group for adults living with diabetes. The support group provides a place for team support including sharing ideas and experiences related to diabetes self-management. Most meetings have guest speakers including dietitians, physicians, pharmacists, and others to help address concerns and hot topics. Support group meetings are held Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30 pm in the Community Room at Porter Regional Hospital, 85 East US HWY 6, Valparaiso. The next meeting is March 3. Call 219-263-7992 for details and to register.
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Porter Health Care System includes Porter Regional Hospital, a referral center for Northwest Indiana. It also includes more than 20 outpatient sites located throughout the region. With more than 450 physicians representing 50 medical specialties, Porter Health Care System is committed to medical excellence and personalized patient-centered care. Porter Regional Hospital is owned in part by physicians.
