Support Groups & Consultations

Consider attending a support group or private consultation if you or a loved one needs help coping with changes in life or learning about a new diagnosis or existing condition. Support groups and private consultations held at Grand View Hospital are listed below.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Peer support for drug and alcohol problems
For more information call: 215-923-7900

Wednesdays, 7:30 pm
GVH Cafeteria, 2nd floor of Grand View Hospital

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUPS
For people who have lost someone important in their lives. Multiple support groups are available; in addition, “Seasonal Workshops” related to holidays and timely issues are offered 2-3times each year. For more information call: 215-453-4398. Click here for information on Bereavement Support Services.

Breakfast Buddies
An early morning opportunity to start your day with food and friendship amongst others who understand your loss.
3rd Friday of month - 8 am
John’s Plain ‘n’ Fancy on Rte 309, Quakertown

General Loss
For those in the first year or still feeling an acute sense of loss

• 3rd Thursdays of month - 10 - 11:30 am
  New Goshenhoppen United Church of Christ , 1070 Church Rd, East Greenville
• 4th Wednesday of month - 7 - 8:30 pm
  Cafeteria Conference Room, 2nd Floor, of Grand View Hospital

Infant Bereavement Services
For persons who have experienced the loss of an infant through miscarriage, stillbirth or infant death.
For more information call: 215-453-4902
2nd Tuesday of month - 7:30 - 9 pm
Surgical Short Stay Waiting Room, 2 nd floor of Grand View Hospital

Loss of Parent or Parental Figure
1st Wednesday of month - 7 - 8:30 pm
Hospice Office, Nurses Home Building of Grand View Hospital

Loss of Adult Child
2nd Friday of month - 10 - 11:30 am
Hospice Office, Nurses Home Building of Grand View Hospital

Mid-Life Widows/Widowers
For those in their 40’s, 50’s, or early 60’s who have lost their spouse/life partner.
3 rd Wednesday of month - 7 - 8:30 pm
Cafeteria Conference Room, 2nd floor of Grand View Hospital

Newly Bereaved
For anyone who has suffered a loss. An opportunity to address those questions that often enter our heads after about 6 weeks of grief
3 rd Wednesday of month - 1 - 2:30 pm
Hospice Office, Nurses Home Building of Grand View Hospital

Networker’s –Widowed Person’s Open Forum
For information, resources and social networking beyond the first year of grief support. Monthly speakers on pertinent topics.
2nd Tuesday of month - 1 - 3 pm
Jerusalem Lutheran Church 733 Ridge Road , Sellersville

Widow/Widowers
For those who have lost a spouse, partner or significant other
2nd Wednesday of month - 7 - 8:30 pm
Cafeteria Conference Room, 2nd Floor of Grand View Hospital

BETTER BREATHERS
For people with breathing disorders
For more information call: 215-453-3250

3rd Tuesday of month (except January and February), 10:30am - 12:30pm
Basement Conference Room, Penn Foundation

BREAST HEALTH CONSULTATIONS
Breast health consultations are available by appointment with a registered oncology nurse and breast care coordinator.
Call to make an appointment: 215-453- 3223

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
For patients, their families and caregivers dealing with a breast cancer diagnosis
For more information call: 215-453-3223

2nd Monday of month, 7 pm - 8:30 pm
Radiation Oncology Waiting Room, 1st Floor of Grand View Hospital
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YOUNG SURVIVORS BREAST CANCER COALITION
For patients, families and caregivers dealing with breast cancer 40 years old and younger.
For more information call: 215-453-3223

1st Monday of month, 7 pm – 8:30 pm
Radiation Oncology Waiting Room, 1st Floor of Grand View Hospital

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
For patients, their families and caregivers dealing with a cancer
For more information call: 215-453-4950

4th Monday of month, 7 - 8:30 pm
Board Room ABC, 4th Floor of Grand View Hospital
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DIABETIC INFORMATION SERIES
For people with diabetes and their loved ones
For more information call: 215-453-4194

Ongoing throughout year - call for dates and times
GVH Community Education Center, directly behind hospital

LACTATION CONSULTATIONS
Lactation consultations are available by appointment with a certified lactation consultant. Arrangements can be made for home visits if necessary.
Call to make an appointment: 215-453-4594

MENOPAUSE & PERI MENOPAUSE CONSULTATIONS
Menopause and Peri Menopause consultations are available by appointment with a women’s health nurse.
Call to make an appointment: 215-453-4707

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
For families and friends of and people with multiple sclerosis
For more information call: 215-453-9676

1st Monday of month, 7:30 - 9:30 pm
Cafeteria, 2nd floor of Grand View Hospital

NUTRITION CONSULTATIONS
Nutrition consultations are available by appointment with a Registered Dietitian to help you meet your personal diet and nutritional goals. Call to make an appointment: 215-453-4194.

OSTEOPOROSIS CONSULTATIONS
Osteoporosis consultations are available by appointment with a women’s health nurse for those interested in learning more about prevention and lifestyle changes to improve bone health.
Call to make an appointment: 215-453-4707

POSTPARTUM CONSULTATIONS
Postpartum consultations are available by appointment with a women’s health nurse for those experiencing postpartum depression or adjustment difficulties.
Call to make an appointment: 215-453-4594

STRESS REDUCTION CONSULTATIONS
Stress reduction consultations are available by appointment for those who want to learn how to reduce stress and manage stressful situations.
Call to make an appointment: 215-453-4707

TEEN PARENT SUPPORT - BUILDING THE FAMILY
Support and childbirth classes for teen parents and their children.
For more information call Child Home & Community: 215-348-9770

3rd Thursday of month (except January and February), 7 pm - 9 pm
Room 8, The Children's Center of Grand View Hospital, Lifemark Drive

WOMEN'S HEALTH CONSULTATIONS
Women’s health consultations are available by appointment with a women’s health nurse for those who want more information on issues related to women’s health concerns.
Call to make an appointment: 215-453-4707

COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS
There are additional support groups offered throughout our community. For specific information, please call the Grand View Health Line: 215-453-9676.