Support groups
Teen Overeaters Anonymous – 12-step program of recovery. Group discusses what is eating us instead of what we are eating. No dues, fees, or weigh-ins. Held Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m., at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 9706 N. Division St. Call (509) 328-9972 or visit www.oa.org for more information.
Ongoing
Lorrie’s Footprints – For those dealing with Multiple Sclerosis, meets the third Thursday of the month, 1-3 p.m., Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 7307 N. Nevada St.; Kerry at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, (509) 482-2022.
Loss of a Child Support Group – For those in need of support in loss of a child of any age through death. Meets Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m., Hospice of Spokane, 121 S. Arthur St. Call Eileen Lyons at (509) 456-0438 for more information.
Loss of Spouse – Sponsored by Hospice of Spokane, for those who have lost a spouse through death. Meets Wednesdays, 1-2:15 p.m., Hospice of Spokane, 121 S. Arthur St.; (509) 456-0438.
Mother Baby Time – A support group for moms with new babies. Find reassurance and relief in connecting with other women who are sharing similar experiences – adapting to a new schedule and trying to make the best decisions for the baby and still handling other normal responsibilities. A lactation consultant/nurse specialist will be available to answer questions and offer resources. Meets Wednesdays in September, 10-11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Medical Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave., Main Floor, AVISTA Classroom or Children’s Hospital, Fourth Floor Classroom. Cost is free. Call (509) 474-2400 for more information.
Idaho
Grief Support Group – For those who have lost loved ones; meets 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Kootenai Medical Center; (208) 666-3285.
HIV/AIDS Support Group – Meets 7-9 p.m. the first, third and fourth Wednesdays of each month at Hospice in Coeur d’Alene; (208) 769-6254.
Idaho Regional Children’s Mental Health Council Meetings – Third Friday of each month, 12:15-2 p.m., Fox Auditorium at Kootenai Medical Center, 2003 Lincoln Way. Call Marcey Day, (208) 704-3473; or visit www. healthandwelfare.idaho.gov.
Inland Empire Meth Alliance – Focuses on the education and support for family and friends of meth addicts. Meets the first and third Saturdays of the month, 11 a.m. at 3804 E. Pratt Ave. Contact: Judy Reid, Coeur d’Alene, (208) 659-2839 or e-mail jreid66@msn.com; Deanna Moberg at (509) 533-0657 or e-mail aldemoberg@msn.com.
Inland Northwest Chapter of Multiple Sclerosis – Monthly meetings are held in Coeur d’Alene, Spokane, Spokane Valley; (800) 344-4867 or (509) 484-2022.
La Leche League of Greater Coeur d’Alene – meets at 10 a.m. the second Wednesday of the month at the Harding Family Center, 411 N. 15th St.; Kimberlee, (208) 689-9254; Bonnie, (208) 664-5659; Jolie, (208) 765-4393.
Living Lightly – for those interested in permanently changing fat cells and creating a natural body weight; meets 6-7 p.m. the second and fourth Mondays of every month, Shoshone Medical Center, Kellogg; (208) 784-6771.
Man to Man: Prostate Cancer Support Group – meets the first Thursday of every month, 7-9 p.m., Kootenai Medical Center classrooms, 2003 Lincoln Way; (208) 765-5020 or (208) 666-3828.