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

Sundays, 7 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, 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.

Newly Bereaved Workshop - "New Grief, Good Grief"
For those who’s loved one died in the past 4 months.
3rd Wednesday of month - 1 - 2:30 pm
Hospice Office, Nurses Home Building of Grand View Hospital

General Loss Group (day time)
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

General Loss (afternoon)
This group is open to all who have lost a loved one, however recent or long ago, for the sharing of support and resources
2nd Tuesday of month - 1–2:30 pm
Jerusalem Lutheran Church, 733 Ridge Road, Sellersville

General Loss Group (evening)
4th Wednesday of month - 7-8:30 pm
Cafeteria Conference Room, 2nd Floor, of Grand View Hospital

Widows/Widowers
For those who have lost a spouse, partner or companion (any age)
2nd Wednesday of month - 7 - 8:30 pm
Cafeteria Conference Room, 2nd Floor 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.
3rd Wednesday of month - 7 - 8:30 pm
Cafeteria Conference Room, 2nd floor of Grand View Hospital

Breakfast Bereavement Buddies
An early morning opportunity to start your day with food and friendship amongst others who understand your loss.
4th Friday of month - 8:30 am
Franconia Heritage Restaurant, Route 113 and Allentown Road, Franconia

Loss of a Parent/Sibling
1st Wednesday of month - 7 - 8:30 pm
Hospice Office, Nurses Home Building 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, 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, Lawn Avenue, Sellersville

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 - 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 – 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 the year – call for dates and times
Community Education Center

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

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.

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

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 - 9 pm
Room 8, The Children's Center of Grand View Hospital , Lifemark Drive

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.