SUPPORT SYSTEMS CALENDAR
Support System calendar will feature recurring activities that provide group support and are open to the public. Submit Support System listings to calendar@hcnews.com and include the day, date, time, and location — including street address.
Every day
Alcoholics Anonymous. Do you or someone you know have a problem with alcohol? Meetings daily at 10 a.m., noon and 7 p.m. at 1205 Lipan Highway, Granbury.
Sunday through Friday
Acton 12 Step Group meets at 7 p.m. at 3609 Acton Highway (behind Madison Park).
Every Saturday
Women’s Way Out AA-Alcoholics Anonymous. Closed discussion for women only. Meets every Saturday at 10 a.m. at 301 W. Bridge St. For more information call 317-772-8124
Every Sunday
Starting a New Life grief support group meets from 3-5 p.m. for those who have lost a loved one through death, including the loss of a spouse, child, parent, sibling or close friend. For the past 28 years, this group has helped people work through their grief process. Next session begins Oct. 20. Christian based, nondenominational and welcome all who are suffering. Parish Hall of St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church. For more information, call Phillis and Bill Brewer at 817-573 or Sherry Bingham at 817-657-0822.
Every Monday
Promises Al-Anon group meets every Monday at 6 p.m. First Presbyterian Church, fellowship hall, west entrance, 303 W. Bridge St.
Acton Al-Anon 12 Step Group meeting noon to 1 p.m. Located in the Acton Library in the same building as fire department, 6430 Smokey Hill Court. For more information call 817-308-3300.
Ongoing Pedaling for Parkinson’s classes at the Hood County YMCA. Stop by front desk for paperwork packet and info. Doctor’s release required before your first class. Classes are on stationary bikes and assistance is provided by certified instructors. Mondays and Thursdays from 1-2pm. Pedaling a bike from 80-90 rpm’s for 40 minutes has been proven to help with Parkinson’s symptoms. Call for more information 817-408-0559.
Every Tuesday
Punchin’ Parkinson’s in Granbury. 12:30-1:30 p.m. A noncontact boxing and fitness program designed for people with Parkinson’s Disease. First Christian Church, 2109 W. U.S. Highway 377 (next door to Tractor Supply).
GriefShare 14-week seminar. Next session begins Sept. 10, 6:30-8 p.m. Presented by StoneWater Church, Granbury, this program is a support group designed to help rebuild lives. Book for course, $20, “Finding hope after the loss of a loved one.” Register: GriefShare.StoneWaterChurch.com or call 817-579-9175. May call anytime for help.
Pedaling for Parkinson’s hosted by the Hood County YMCA will be from 1 to 2 p.m. at 1475 James Road. The program is led by a certified group fitness instructor and consists of a pre- and post-fitness evaluation, and 45-minute spin/cycling session. Program will last 12 weeks. For more information call 817-624-9791 or e-mail communityhealth@ymcafw.org.
Celebrate Recovery, Christ-centered recovery program. Free dinner 6-6:45 p.m., large group meetings 7-8 p.m., small group meetings 8-9 p.m. Lakeside Baptist Church, 500 W. Bluebonnet Drive. 817-573-2094. Questions: Tim White 817-223-0973 or Becky Pierce 254-396-5918.
Acton 12 -Step Women’s Group meets at 5:30 p.m. at 3609 Acton Highway (behind Madison Park).
Every Thursday
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS). 8:45-10:45 a.m. Lakeside Baptist Church, room 133C, 500 W. Bluebonnet Drive. Maximum weight scale: 400 pounds.
GriefShare Recovery seminar and support recovery seminar and support group meets at 10 a.m. at Interim Hospice, 1314 Paluxy Drive, Suite 200. Childcare is not provided. Fee for Griefshare workbook is $15. Details: 817-573-7474.
Re|engage marriage Enrichment meets every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at StoneWater Church in Granbury. For more information email to paige.kitchens@stonewaterchurch.com.
Acton 12 -Step Women’s Group meets at 5:30 p.m. at 3609 Acton Highway (behind Madison Park).
Ongoing Pedaling for Parkinson’s classes at the Hood County YMCA. Stop by front desk for paperwork packet and info. Doctor’s release required before your first class. Classes are on stationary bikes and assistance is provided by certified instructors. Mondays and Thursdays from 1-2pm. Pedaling a bike from 80-90 rpm’s for 40 minutes has been proven to help with Parkinson’s symptoms. Call for more information 817-408-0559.
Every Friday
Punchin’ Parkinson’s in Granbury. 12:30-1:30 p.m. A noncontact boxing and fitness program designed for people with Parkinson’s Disease. First Christian Church, 2109 W. U.S. Highway 377 (next door to Tractor Supply).
Celebrate Recovery, Christ-centered recovery program. 12 step groups 7-8 p.m., “Friday Night Live! Church” 8:15-9 p.m. Lakeside Baptist Church, 500 W. Bluebonnet Drive. 817-573-2094. Questions: Tim White 817-223-0973 or Becky Pierce 254-396-5918.
Acton Al-Anon 12 Step Group meeting noon to 1 p.m. Located in the Acton Library in the same building as fire department, 6430 Smokey Hill Court. For more information call 817-308-3300.
First Monday
Alzheimer’s Support Group, join others to share concerns, 10 a.m. at Acton Methodist Church, 3433 Fall Creek Highway. Details: 817-326-2355.
First Tuesday
Alzheimer’s Caregivers support group, 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the 1894 Building at Acton Baptist Church, 3500 Fall Creek Highway. For caregivers, family members, friends and anyone in the community. Details: 817-326-4693.
Second Monday
Local chapter 238 of the Disabled American Veterans now meets at Charterhouse, 959 Charterhouse Circle, Granbury at 7 pm. The purpose of each meeting is to help the Veterans Administration keep its promise to take care of disabled veterans and to promote camaraderie among veterans, both men and women.
Second Saturday
Grief support group for anyone grieving a loss in their life. This is an informal gathering over breakfast. Please join us for conversation and community, location varies. Call for info: Amy Dwight 817-894-2449 or Danny Dwight 817-219-9833.
Third Monday
Alzheimer’s Support Group, join others to share concerns, 10 a.m. at Acton Methodist Church, 3433 Fall Creek Highway. Details: 817-326-2355.
Third Tuesday
Alzheimer’s Caregivers support group, 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the 1894 Building at Acton Baptist Church, 3500 Fall Creek Highway. For caregivers, family members, friends and anyone in the community. Details: 817-326-4693.
Fourth Tuesday
Parkinson’s Support Group, 1 p.m. at Lakestone Terrace, 916 E. U.S. Highway 377. Open for those with Parkinson’s Disease and their families wanting to understand more about this disease. Details: 817-999-1470.
Fourth Saturday
Grief support group for anyone grieving a loss in their life. This is an informal gathering over breakfast. Please join us for conversation and community. Location varies. Call for info: Amy Dwight 817-894-2449, or Danny Dwight 817-219-9833.