Area Support Groups

Unless otherwise noted, all phone numbers are in the 845 area code.

Accessible Living Support Groups at the Resource Center for Accessible Living, 602 Albany Ave., Kingston. For chronic fatigue, multiple sclerosis, chronic pain and more. Call 331.0541 for dates and times.

Adoption Group of Orange County at the Wallkill Community Center, Wes Warren Dr., Town of Wallkill, the last Wednesday of each month, 7:30pm. Provides support for families who have or are pursuing adoption. Call 427.3955 for information.

Al-Anon throughout the Hudson Valley. Call 339.5116 for information.

Al-Anon at the First Presbyterian Church, Wallkill Ave. and Clinton St., Montgomery, Wednesdays 8pm. Call 457.5383 for information.

Al-Anon at Orange Regional Medical Center, Arden Hill Campus, Private Dining Room, Wednesdays. Beginners Group: 7:30-8:30pm 8pm; Open Group: 8-9pm. Call 888.321.ORMC (67362) for information.

Alcoholics Anonymous at the First Presbyterian Church, Wallkill Ave. and Clinton St., Montgomery, Wednesdays 8pm. Call 457.5383 for information.

Alcoholics/Narcotics Anonymous at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh Campus, Dubois St., Newburgh, Fridays at 6pm in the dining room. Call 561.4400 for information.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group at the Day-at-a-Time Adult Day Health Program, Scherview Pavilion, 22 Van Duzer Pl., Warwick, the third Wednesday of each month, 5pm. Call 987.5768 for information.

Alzheimer’s Family Support Group at Hospice of Orange, 800 Stony Brook Ct., Newburgh, the last Tuesday of each month, 7pm.

Alzheimer's Support Group in The Thompson House Conference Room of Northern Dutchess Hospital, Rhinebeck, the second Monday of each month, 6 pm. Call 871.3760 for information.

Alzheimer’s Support Group (Early Stage) at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Cornwall Campus, Community Outreach Center, Laurel Ave., Cornwall, the third Tuesday of each month, 1pm. Call 534.7711 for information.

American Chronic Pain Association for patients and their families living with chronic pain. Chapters starting in Chester and Monroe. Call Steven Kavalla at 783.4418 or log onto www.theacpa.org for information.

American Veterans with Epilepsy and Families at the Wallkill Medical Arts Building, 390 Crystal Run Rd., Suite 101, Middletown, the third Monday of every month, 10am. Offers support and information about epilepsy, seizures and employment assistance to new and older veterans with traumatic brain injury and epilepsy and their families.

Amputee Coalition at Taconic Resources for Independence, 82 Washington St., Suite 214, Poughkeepsie, the second Thursday of each month, 6-8pm. Registration required. Call 452.3913 for information.

Anxiety Treatment Alternatives at 22 Garden St., (across from Rhinebeck Health Foods), Rhinebeck, 7pm. Learn holistic approaches to overcoming anxiety with this six-week group. Call 863.6712 or email Linda@divinaessentials.com for information.

BabyMine Playgroup at various locations throughout Orange, Ulster and Dutchess counties the first Tuesday of each month, 10:30am. For women who are trying to conceive, are pregnant and/or have newborn to school age children. Contact Kara at babymineplaygrouporganizer@yahoo.com for information.

Bariatric Support Group at Northern Dutchess Hospital’s Montgomery St. Health Annex, the first Tuesday of each month, 7 pm. Call 871.4380 for information.

Bariatric Support Group at Orange Regional Medical Center Community Health Education Center, 110 Crystal Run Rd., Middletown, the first Thursday of each month, 7-9pm. Call 888.321.ORMC (6762) for information.

Benefits Advisement for People with Disabilities at Taconic Resources for Independence, 82 Washington St., Poughkeepsie, Mondays, 10-11:30am. Call 452.3913 for information.

Bereavement Support Group at the Community Health Education Center at 110 Crystal Run Rd, Middletown, 10-11:30am. A free, non-denominational meeting open to all who have lost a loved one. Meets January 30, February 13 & 27 and March 3 & 19. No registration is necessary. Call Orange Regional Health Connection at 1.888.321.ORMC (6762) for information.

Bereavement Support Group at St. Joseph’s Parish Church, Rectory Meeting Room, 149 Cottage St., Middletown. Call Deacon Trapani at 344.1087 or 342.7504 for information.

Bereavement Support Group at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh Campus, 4 North Patient Lounge, Dubois St., Newburgh, the first Tuesday of each month, 6pm. Call 568.2752 to register.

Bereavement Support Groups for children and adults facilitated by Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties, Inc. Call 561.6111 ext 316 for times and locations.

Breast Cancer Options, providing breast cancer support - including peer facilitated support groups - information and advocacy in Ulster, Dutchess, Columbia, Greene and Sullivan Counties. Call 339.HOPE (4673) or log onto www.breastcanceroptions.org for information.

Breast Cancer Peer Support Group Elting Memorial Library, 93 Main St., New Paltz, the first Thursday of each month 1-2:30 pm. Call 339.HOPE (4673) or log onto www.breastcanceroptions.org for information.

Breast Cancer Peer Support Group at the Ellenville Library Community Room, the first Tuesday of each month 6:30-8pm. Call 339.HOPE (4673), or log onto www.breastcanceroptions.org for information.

Breast Cancer Peer Support Group at Northern Dutchess Hospital, Rhinebeck, the third Tuesday of each month 11am-12:30 pm. Call 339.HOPE (4673) or log onto www.breastcanceroptions.org for days and times.

Breast Cancer Peer Support Group at East Fishkill Library, 348 Route 376, Hopewell Junction, the first Wednesday of each month 1 to 2:30 pm. Call 339 HOPE (4673), or log onto www.breastcanceroptions.org for information.

Breast Cancer Support Group at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh Campus, 4 North Patient Lounge, Dubois St., Newburgh, Tuesdays, 7pm. Call 568.2752 to register.

Breather’s Club at the McAuley Center Daytime Education Center, Hammond St. & Pennsylvania Ave., Port Jervis, the last Tuesday of each month, 1pm. Call 858.5562 for information.
Breast Cancer Support Group at the East Fishkill Library, 348 Rte 376, Hopewell Junction, the second Tuesday of each month 10:15 to 11:45 am. Log onto www.supportconnection.org or call 914.962.6402 or 800.532.4290 for information.

Cancer Support Group at Orange Regional Medical Community Health Education Center, 110 Crystal Run Road, Middletown, the second Thursday of each month, 7pm. Call 692.0066 for information.

Cancer Support Group at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh Campus, Nursing Conference Room, 70 Dubois St. Newburgh, the third Saturday of each month, 11am. For those recently diagnosed with cancer. Call 568.2328 for information.

Cancer Support for Women at the Goodwill Church, 2117 Rt. 208, Montgomery, the second and fourth Saturday of each month, 10am. Call 457.5959, 457.3314 or 361.5565 for information.

Cancer Survivors Support Group at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Cornwall Campus, Conference Room B, Cornwall, the third Thursday of each month, 7pm. Call Melissa at 458.4305 for information.

Caregivers Support Group at Mount Saint Mary College, Desmond Campus, 6 Albany Post Rd., Newburgh, 12-2pm. Facilitated and co-sponsored by the Orange County Department of Aging. Call 565.2076 for information.

Caregivers Support Group at Helen Hayes Hospital, Room GA34, Rt. 9W, West Haverstraw, the third Wednesday of each month, 2-3pm. Open to family members who provide assistance and care at home to anyone who is disabled or chronically ill. Call 786.4746 for information.

Caregivers Support – Partners in Caring at Orange Regional medical Center Community Health Education Center, 110 Crystal Run Rd., Middletown, the third Tuesday of each month, 3:30-5pm. Call 888.321.ORMC (6762) for information.

Celiac Sprue Support Group at Orange Regional medical Center Community Health Education Center, 110 Crystal Run Rd., Middletown, the fourth Thursday of each month, 7-8pm. Call 888.321.ORMC (6762) for information.

Chronic Pain Peer Support Group at the Muddy Cup Coffee House, 305 Main St., Poughkeepsie, the second Tuesday of each month, 7pm. For anyone with chronic pain and their family members/caregivers. Call 255.0671 or log onto this website for information.

Chronic Pain Support Group at Orange Regional Medical Community Health Education Center, 110 Crystal Run Road, Middletown, every third Wednesday, 6:45pm. Call 692.0066 for information.

Citizens United to Overcome Cancer (CROC) features guest speakers, discussion groups and support. Call 291.8578 for meeting times and locations.

Colorectal Cancer Support at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh Campus, 4 North Patient Lounge, Dubois St., Newburgh, Tuesdays, 4pm. Call 568.2752 to register.

Colorectal Cancer Support Group at Benedictine Hospital, Breast Center conference room, Kingston, the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Call 338.2500 x 4453 for information.

Creativity Group for People with Disabilities at Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc, 82 Washington St., Suite 214, Poughkeepsie, Tueadays11am-12pm. Call 452.3913 (485.8110 TTY) for information.

Debtors Anonymous at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Maple Ave. and Rt. 94, Chester, Sundays 5:30-7pm. Call 987.8159 for information.

Diabetes Club at St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, Cornwall Campus, Admitting Conference Room, Laurel Ave., Cornwall, the first Monday of every month, 7:30pm. Call 534.7744 for information.

Diabetes Support Group at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh Campus, Dubois St., Newburgh, the fourth Saturday of each month, 10am. Call 568.2878 to register.

Diabetes Support Group (for adults) at Orange Regional Medical Center, Horton Campus, Conference rooms A & B, 60 Prospect Avenue, Middletown, the second Monday of each month, 6:30-7:3-pm. Call 888.321.ORMC (6762) for information.

Domestic Violence Support Group for women who are victims of domestic violence. Nine-week program. Call 888.503.HOPE (4673) for information.

Double Trouble in Recovery at the Maybrook United Methodist Church, 313 Homestead Ave., Maybrook, Wednesdays, 12pm. For individuals who are dealing with a mental disorder and chemical addiction. Call Steve at 562.9329 for information.

Double Trouble in Recovery in the basement of the Unitarian Universalist Church, Orchard and East Main Sts., Middletown, Tuesdays, 2:30pm. For individuals who are dealing with a mental disorder and chemical addiction. Call Independent Living, Inc at 565.0337 or TTY at 565.0337 for information.

Dutchess County A.W.A.K.E (Sleep Apnea Support Group) at Northern Dutchess Hospital, 6511 Springbrook Ave., Rhinebeck, the last Thursday of each month, 7 pm. Call 871-3611 for information.

Epilepsy Parent Support Group at the Wallkill Medical Arts Building, Suite 101, Middletown, the fourth Tuesday of each month, 6:30pm. Call Ann Marie at 695.6885 for information.

Epilepsy Support Group for Adults & Caretakers at the Wallkill Medical Arts Building, Suite 101, Middletown, the second Wednesday of each month, 6:30pm. Call Ann Marie at 695.6885 for information.

Families Anonymous at the Blooming Grove Daycare Center, Rt. 94 and Old Dominion Rd., Blooming Grove, Tuesdays, 7:30pm. For families of children and young adults with emotional or drug and alcohol abuse problems. Call 783.6107 or log onto www.FamilesAnonymous.org for information.

Families Anonymous at the First Presbyterian Church in Goshen, Thursdays, 7:30pm. For families of children and young adults with emotional or drug and alcohol abuse problems. Call 783.6107 or log onto www.FamilesAnonymous.org for information.

Family Support Group at the Cancer Support House, 80 Mary’s Ave., Kingston, the third Monday of each month, 7-8:30pm. For family members of cancer survivors. Call Sara Urech at 334.3171 for information.

Female Survivors of Sexual Violence Support Group in New Paltz, the first and third Thursday of each month, 6:30-8pm and in Kingston, the second and fourth Thursday of each month, 6:30-8pm. Sponsored by the Ulster County Crime Victims Assistance program. Call Laura Wells at 340.3213 for location information.

Friends and Family of Cancer Patients Support Group at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, 45 Reade Pl., Poughkeepsie, Thursdays, 4:15 to 5:15 pm. Call 483.6394 for information.

Gamblers Anonymous/Gam-Anon at the Vails Gate United Methodist Church, Rt. 94 Vails Gate, Mondays 7:30-10pm. Call 561.2592 for information.

Gastric Bypass Surgery Support Group at Orange Regional Medical Community Health Education Center, 110 Crystal Run Road, Middletown, every second and fourth Tuesday, 7pm. Call 342.7504 for information.

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Support Group at Synergy of Spirit Counseling and Hypnosis Center, 4 Main St., Chester, Tuesday, 7-8:30pm. Call Gina Orsi at 469.5299 or 342.2993 for information.

Gynecological Cancer Support Group for women with endometrial, uterine, cervical, vaginal or vulvar cancers at Benedictine Hospital, Administrative Services Building, 105 Mary’s Ave, Kingston. Call Sarah Urech at 334.3171 for scheduling information.

Head and Neck Cancer Support Group at the Administrative Services Building, 3rd floor conference room at Benedictine Hospital, 105 Mary’s Avenue, Kingston. Call 338.2500 ext 4453 for meeting times or information.

Head and Neck Cancer Support Group at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, 45 Reade Pl., Poughkeepsie. Meets monthly. Call 483.6861 for information.

Heart Club at Helen Hayes Hospital, Rt 9W, West Haverstraw, the second Wednesday of each month, 10am. An education and discussion forum for individuals with cardiac disorders. Call 786.4200 for information.

Heart Club at Orange Regional Medical Center, Horton Campus, 60 Prospect Avenue, Middletown, the second Wednesday of each month in Conference Rooms A and B, 6:30pm. Call 342.7504 for information.

HIV-Positive Women’s Support Group in Kingston, Wednesdays, 11am. Call Mary Beth at 339.3281 x 11 for location.

Hospice Support Groups for the bereaved and suicide survivors. Call 473.2273 x 1145 for times and locations.

Housing Options for People with Disabilities at Taconic Resources for Independence, 82 Washington St., Suite 214, Poughkeepsie, Wednesdays, 1:30-2:30pm. Call 452.3913 (485.8110 TTY) for information.

Hudson Valley Celiac Support Group at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Conference Room B, 45 Reade Pl., Poughkeepsie, the third Tuesday of each month, 7-8:30pm. Informational meetings for those with Celiac Disease (gluten intolerance) or other wheat allergies. Includes medical professionals as speakers, gluten-free food samples and advice on eating gluten-free. Log onto www.hvceliac.com for information.

IBS, Crohn’s & Colitis Support Group at Orange Regional Medical Center, Horton Campus, 60 Prospect Avenue, Middletown, Conference Rooms A and B, the fourth Tuesday of each month. Call 342.7504 for information.

Infant & Pre-School Support Play Group for Parents in the Northern Dutchess Hospital Cafeteria Conference Room, 6511 Springbrook Ave., Rhinebeck, Thursdays 10 am-12pm. Informal support/play group for parents and their children. Call For 871.3500 for information.

Insulin Pump Support Group at Orange Regional Medical Center, Horton Campus, Diabetes Treatment Center, 60 Prospect Avenue, Middletown, the first Wednesday of each month through June, 6:30-8:30-pm. Call 888.321.ORMC (6762) for information.

La Leche League of Southern Dutchess at New Hackensack Reformed Church, (intersection of All Angels Hill Rd and New Hackensack Rd.), Wappingers Falls. Meets the first Wednesday of each month, 6pm and the first Thursday of each month, 10am. Call 896.4533 for information.

Laryngectomy Support Group - at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, 45 Reade Pl., Poughkeepsie, the first Thursday of each month. Meets every other month. Call 483.6381 for information.

LifeRing Secular Recovery at the Richard C. Ward Alcohol Treatment Center, State Campus, Middletown, Mondays, 8pm and Fridays, 7pm. Call Jack at 895.8076 for information.

Living Well With a Disability Course at Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc., 82 Washington St., Suite 214, Poughkeepsie, Wednesdays, 11am-1pm. Call 452.3913 (485.8110 TTY) for information.

Living With Diabetes at Mulberry House Senior Center, 62-70 W. Main St., Middletown, the third Tuesday of each month, 12pm. Call 346.4073 for information.

Living with Lymphedema Support Group at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, 45 Reade Pl., Poughkeepsie. Meets every other month. Call 483.6331 for information.

Look Good...Feel Better at Crystal Run Health Care, 155 Crystal Run Road, Middletown, the first Tuesday of each month. An education and support program that helps women with cancer manage the appearance-related side effects of treatment. Call 1.800.CS.2345 for registration information.

Lupus Support Group at Orange Regional Medical Community Health Center, 110 Crystal Run Road, Middletown, the third Tuesday of each month, 7pm. Call 692.0066 for information.

Lymphoma Support Group at the Cancer Support House, 80 Mary’s Ave., Kingston, the first Monday of each month, 6-7:30pm.. For discussions related to Lymphoma, treatment, nutrition and health. Call Linda Brontoli at 338.4450 x4453 for information.

Mended Hearts Cardiac Support Group at Orange Regional Medical Center, Horton Campus, Board Room, 60 Prospect Avenue, Middletown, the second Sunday of each month, 1-2pm (no meeting in April). Call 888.321.ORMC (6762) for information.

Mended Hearts Support Group at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Reade Pl., Poughkeepsie, the second Sunday of each month, 2pm. For heart disease patients and their families. Call 462.2432 for information.

Mended Hearts Support Group at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh Campus, Nursing Conference Room, 70 Dubois St. Newburgh, the third Saturday of each month, 1:30pm. For those coping with heart disease and dealing with lifestyle changes, depression, recovery and treatment. Call 568.2565 for information.

Metastatic Cancer Support Group in the ABS Conference Room of Benedictine Hospital, 105 Mary’s Ave., Kingston, the second Thursday of the month, 3-4:30pm. Call Elise Lark at 334.3082 for information.
Mid-Hudson Single Professionals, Inc., an established club that meets for cultural and social activities. Call 227. 6374 or 758.9927 for membership information.

Metastatic Cancer Support Group at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, 45 Reade Pl., Poughkeepsie, Mondays 2-3pm. For patients with Stage IV cancer. Call 483.6470 for information.

Multiple Personality (Dissociative Identity) Discussion Group forming in Middletown. To help plan meetings, email indideembrace@kinhost.org.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group at the New Windsor Senior Center, 555 Union Ave., New Windsor, the second Monday of each month, 7:30 pm. Call 534.7744 for registration information.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group in the Hudson Dining Room of The Thompson House of Northern Dutchess Hospital, Rhinebeck, the third Monday of each month, 2 pm. Call 871.3760 for information.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Cornwall Campus, Conference Room B, Laurel Ave., Cornwall, the second Thursday of each month, 6:30pm. Call 534.7744 for information.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group at Orange Regional Medical Center, Arden Hill Campus Board Conference Room, 4 Harriman Dr., Goshen, the third Saturday of each month, 9-11am. Call 888.321.ORMC (6762) for information.

Nar-Anon at Pius XII, Main St., Goshen, Thursdays 7:30-8:30pm. For families and friends of addicts. Call 294.6938 or 344.0667 for information.

Narcotic Anonymous 24-Hour Hot Line for Orange County meetings. Call 431.6996.

New Beginnings at the Marasco Center, Union Avenue, New Windsor, every Tuesday, 7-9pm. Support Group for individuals who are divorced, separated or widowed. Call Eve at 565.9271 for information.

New Mothers’ Support Group at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh Campus, second floor Nursing Classroom, 70 Dubois St., Newburgh, the first Thursday of each month, 12-2pm. For mothers of infants (to nine months old). Call 568.2425.

Nicotine Anonymous at Orange Regional Medical Center, Arden Hill Campus, 4 Harriman Dr., Goshen, Wednesdays in the Private Dining Room, 8pm. Call 342.7504 for information.

Nurturing Neighborhood Network at Benedictine Hospital, 105 Mary’s Ave., Kingston. Peer support for cancer patients. Call Elise Lark at 334.3082 for information

Osteoporosis Support Group with the Helen Hayes Hospital NYSOPEP Program at the YWCA of Orange County, 565 Union Ave., New Windsor, Tuesdays, 11 -12pm. Call 561 .8050 for information.

Ostomy Support Group at the American Cancer Society office, 419 East main Street, Middletown, the first Saturday of each month, 1pm. Call 1.800.ACS.2345 for information.

Ostomy Support Group at Benedictine Hospital, Spellman Conrerence Room, 105 Mary’s Ave., Kingston, the second Tuesday of each month, 4-5pm. Call 338.2500 ext. 4542 for information.

Ostomy Support Group at Vassar Brothers' Dyson Center for Cancer Care, 45 Reade Place, 3rd floor, Poughkeepsie, the third Tuesday of each month, 6:30pm. Call 1.800.ACS.2345 for information.

Ovarian Cancer Support Group at the Cancer Support House, 80 Mary’s Ave., Kingston, the last Wednesday of each month, 7-8pm. Call Elise Lark at 334.3082 for information.

Overeaters Anonymous at various sites throughout Orange, Dutchess and Ulster Counties. No diets or dues. Call 657.6603 for location and meeting times.

Parents and Caregivers of Sexually Abused Children Educational Support Group at Family Services, 29 North Hamilton St., Poughkeepsie, Thursday evenings. Designed to support parents or guardians of a child/teenager who has been sexually assaulted or abused. Required individual intake meetings with parents/guardians held in February and March. Call Valerie Linet at 452.1110 x3410 for information.

Parental Bereavement Group at St. Anthony’s Community Hospital, Mount Alverno Center, 20 Grand St., Warwick, the fourth Monday of each month, 6:30-9pm. For anyone who has lost a child. Call 987.5107 for information.

Parkinson’s Support Group at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Cornwall Campus, Cornwall, the third Wednesday of each month, 2pm. For patients and caregivers. Call 458.4268 for information.

Parkinson's Support Group in the Rear Room of the Starr Library, 66 W. Market St., Rhinebeck the first Wednesday of every month (except July), 6:30 – 8pm. Occasional guest speakers. Caregivers also welcome. Park behind library and enter back door. Call 876.4289 for more information.

Perinatal Support Group at Women’s View at the Northern Dutchess Hospital Montgomery Street Health Annex, Rhinebeck. Open to anyone who has suffered a loss, including mothers, fathers, grandparents or any other adults. Facilitated by Dr. Denise Morett. Call 518.537.2400 for information.

Person to Person at various area locations. Matches cancer patients with cancer survivors for one-on-one support. Call the American Cancer Society at 800.ACS.2345 for information.

Recovery, Inc. at the Meadow Hill Reformed Church, Meadow Hill Rd., Newburgh, Thursdays at 7:30pm and Saturdays at 11am. For those suffering with anxiety, depression and fear. Call 728.4563 or 728.1902 for information.

Recovery, Inc. at Elant, 172 Meadow Hill Road, Newburgh, Thursdays, 7pm. For those suffering with anxiety, depression, fear and anger. Call 216.9789 or 257.2205 for information.

Red Hot Mamas Menopause Support Group at Vassar Brothers Hospital, 45 Reade Place, Poughkeepsie. Meets monthly at various times. Call 437.3046 for information.

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) Support Group at Orange Regional Medical Center, Community Health Education Center, 110 Crystal Run Rd., Middletown, the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 6-8pm.Call 888.321.ORMC (6762) for information.

Relatives as Parents Program (RAPP) Monhagen Middle School, Rt. 78, Middletown, the first Tuesday of each month, from September through June, 6:30-8pm. Childcare for children 5 and under. Call Brenda Reynolds at 334.1234 for information

Relatives as Parents Program (RAPP) at Independent Living, 5 Washington Terrace, Newburgh, the second Tuesday of each month from September through June, 6:30-8pm. Call Brenda Reynolds at 334.1234 for information.

Relatives as Parents Program (RAPP) at Valley Central Elementary School, Rt. 32, Central Valley, the first Thursday of each month from September through June, 6:30-8pm. Call Brenda Reynolds at 334.1234 for information.

Safe Place Empowerment Group for HIV positive women and men in Newburgh, every Wednesday, 1:30pm. Call 562.5005 for registration information.

St. Denis/Columbia Catholic Widow/ Widowers Group of Dutchess and Putnam Counties at the East Fishkill Community Center, Rt. 82, Hopewell Junction, the third Tuesday of each month, 7pm. Call 227.6469 or 897.5651 for information.

Second Chance Support Group at the Community Rehabilitation Center, 250 Tuytenbridge Rd., Lake Katrine. For stroke survivors and their spouses or caregivers. Call 336.7235 for information.

Separated and Divorced Support Group at St. Catherine Laboure Church, Tuytenbridge Rd., Lake Katrine, every other Wednesday, 7:30pm. Call Dottie at 336.7658 for information.

Sex Addicts Anonymous at St. Lawrence Friary, Sargent Ave., Beacon, Sundays, 6:30pm and Mondays, 8pm. Call 692.5484 for information.

Sex Addicts Anonymous for Couples at St. Lawrence Friary, Sargent Ave., Beacon, Sundays, 5:15pm. Call 692.5484 for information.

Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous at the Unitarian Church, Vance Ln., Rock Tavern, Wednesdays, 7pm and Saturdays, 9am. Call 692.5484 for information.

Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous at St. James United Methodist Church, corner of Pearl and Fair Sts., Kingston, Thursdays, 6pm. Call 781.255.8825 or log onto www.slaafws.org for information.

Sickle Cell Anemia Support Group at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh Campus, Dubois St., Newburgh. Call 568.2752 for meeting times and dates.

SIDS Support Group at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Conference Room C, Newburgh Campus, Dubois St., Newburgh, the third Monday of every month, 7-8pm. To help families who have lost a child to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome cope with their loss and share their experiences. Call 563.0135 for information.

SMART Moms at the Jewish Community Center, 68 Stewart Ave., Newburgh, Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm. A support Group for single mothers of diverse cultural and religious background and their children who are coping with the demands of work and family. Homework assistance and recreational activities for children and a nutritious meal for all. Call 341.1173 ext 303 for registration and fee information.

Stroke Education Support Group at St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, Cornwall Campus, Conference Room B, Cornwall, the second Wednesday of each month, 10am. Call Melissa at 458.4305 for information.

Stroke Education Support Group at Orange Regional Medical Center, Community Health Education Center, 110 Crystal Run Rd., Middletown, the fourth Tuesday of each month, 3;30-5pm.Call 888.321.ORMC (6762) for information.

Stroke Recovery Group at the Town of Newburgh Recreation Center, 311 Rt. 32, Newburgh, every Friday, 1-3pm. Call 564.7815 for information.

Stroke Support Group at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, 45 Reade Pl., Poughkeepsie, the third Thursday of every month. Call 483.6306 for information.

Stop Smoking Support Group at the Jewish Community Center, 1019 Rt. 17M, Monroe, Fridays, 12-1:30pm. Call 783.6522 for registration and fee information.

Support Group for Battered Women in Newburgh. Sponsored by Orange County Safe Homes Project. Call 562.5340 for location and times.

Survivors of Sexual Assault at Hudson House, 245 Broadway, Newburgh, every Monday 4-5pm. Call Vanessa at 565.8681 for information.

Survivors of Suicide Support Group at the First Presbyterian Church, Christian Education Building, 94-96 Main St., Chester, the second Tuesday of each month. Call Ann Marie D’Aliso at 325.6448 for information.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) 311 Rt. 32, Newburgh, Thursdays, 6-8pm. Call 564.5485 for information.

Traumatic Brain Injury Survivors Group Family Day at Helen Hayes Hospital Auditorium, Rt. 9W, West Haverstraw, the third Sunday of every month, 2-3pm. Call Renee Reichenbach at 429.1677 ext. 302 for information.

Visual-Arts Healing Circle with Susan Togut at the Senior Residence Room of Benedictine Hospital, 105 Mary’s Ave., Kingston. Call 338.2500 ext 4453 for information.

Weight Obsession Support Group at LifePlex Health Club, ShopRite Plaza, Rt. 17M, Monroe, Thursdays, 6pm. Addresses food, body and exercise issues. Facilitated by certified therapist Lisa Shina. Call 782.2271 for information.

Widows and Widowers Support Group at the Town of Newburgh Recreation Center, 311 Rt. 32, Newburgh. Meets the fourth Tuesday of each month, 3pm. Call 564.7815 for information.

Widows and Widowers with Dependent Children Support Group at the Meeting Room, 591 Albany Post Rd., Hyde Park, the fourth Monday or each month, 7:30pm. Call 229.5422.

Women’s Cancer Support Group at the Cancer Support House, 80 Mary’s Ave., Kingston, Thursdays, 7-8:30pm. Open to women of all ages who have had any cancer diagnosis. Call Elise Lark at 334.3082 for information.

Women’s Empowerment Group at the Synergy Spirit Hypnosis and Counseling Center, 4 Main St., Chester, Mondays 7-8:30pm. Call Gina Orisi at 469.5299 or 342.2993 for information.

Women’s “Heart Circle” at the office of Life Coach Sheila Pearl, 75 Broadway, Newburgh, the first Monday of each month, 9:30-11am. Call 201.303.5990 or log onto www.sheilapearl.com for reservation and suggested donation information.

Women for Sobriety Support Group for women who need help overcoming alcoholism and other addictions. Meets in New Paltz each Tuesday, 8pm. Call 532.1179 or log onto www.womenforsobriety.org for information.

Writer’s Support Group at the Cornwall Public Library, 395 Hudson Street, Cornwall, Mondays 11:30am-1pm. Join other writers to read and discuss your work in a non-critical and friendly atmosphere. Call 534.2903 for information.

Know of a support group for women that meets regularly? Email (editor@tricountywoman.com) or fax (567.1199) us the details.