Support for prenatal loss. Christus Santa Rosa Hospital, Spiritual Care Department, 333 N. Santa Rosa St. 210-704-2181.
Asperger Syndrome Support Group: 6 to 8 p.m. third Tue. Offers support, education and resources for families with children diagnosed or in the process of receiving a diagnosis of autism, Asperger’s syndrome or Pervasive Developmental Disorders. Reservations required for adult attendance and childcare. Any Baby Can, 217 Howard St. 227-0170.
http://satxaspergersyndromesupportgroup.keepkidshealthy.com/.
Attachment Parenting International of San Antonio/New Braunfels: 6 p.m. fourth Mon. and 10 a.m. first Wed. University Presbyterian Church, 300 Bushnell. 11 a.m. second Thurs. St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, 5310 Stahl Road. A support group for parents who practice attachment-style parenting or those who wish to learn more about this parenting style, which espouses breastfeeding, responding sensitively to a baby’s cues and positive discipline. Spouses and children welcome. 534-5255.
Autism Society of Greater San Antonio: 10 a.m. to noon third Sat. Educational and support group for parents and professionals who work with children who have autism. Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 6914 Wurzbach Rd. Free childcare provided.
www.autism-society.org/chapter 252. 256-6698 or 535-6208.
Better Breathers Club: Monthly support and education for people with emphysema, chronic bronchitis or asthma. Noon last Thu. Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital, 8026 Floyd Curl Drive. 575-6583. 1:30 p.m. first Wed. Metropolitan Methodist Hospital, 1310 McCullough. 208-2269.
Beyond Pink and Blue: 6 to 7 p.m. Mon. Weekly meetings to help women of all ages deal with postpartum depression. Resource Center, Methodist Women’s Center, 8109 Fredericksburg Rd. Free. Registration: 575-0355 or toll-free 800-333-7333.
Children of Aging Parents Support Group: 6:15 p.m. third Tue. Resources and support for those caring for elderly parents. Kingsley Place Medical Center Assisted Living, 9000 Floyd Curl Drive. 697-0772.
Children’s Bereavement Center: Support for children and teens (3-18 years) who have experienced the death of a loved one. Also services for young adults (18-24 years) and parents/guardians. 332 W. Craig Place. 736-4847.
Domestic Violence Support Group: 6:30 and 7 p.m. Mon. A women’s support group. Separate men’s group. Individual counseling available. Call for other times. Family Violence Prevention Services, 7911 Broadway. 930-3669.
Down Syndrome Association: 6:30 p.m. first Tue. Coker United Methodist Church, 231 E. North Loop Rd., Room 820 of the John Wesley Building. Group provides information and support for families and friends of individuals of all ages with Down syndrome.
http://www.dsasa.org/. 349-4372.
Epilepsy Foundation of Central and South Texas: 5:30 to 8 p.m. monthly. Family Support Group. Free. 10615 Perrin-Beitel, Ste. 602. 653-5353.
Families Facing Autism: 6 p.m. last Tue. Daycare and a light meal for families provided. Free. Any Baby Can offices, 217 Howard. Contact Frances Ramirez at 227-0170.
Families for Russian and Ukrainian Adoption: Support group for families who have already adopted and those considering adoption. Contact Sue at 829-4428.
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Association of San Antonio: 6:30 to 8 p.m. second Thu. A parent education/support group. Methodist Healthcare, 8109 Fredericksburg Rd., Conference Room A. Childcare with 24-hour notice. Rooms 208 and 209. 575-0355 to reserve childcare. 248-7712 for further information.
http://www.fasdaofsa.org/.
Grandparent Support Group: 6 p.m. Wed. Support for grandparents raising their grandchildren welcomes new participants. $5 per person. Free childcare. Meal for children available. Trinity Baptist Counseling Center, 319 E. Mulberry. 738-7780.
Grandparent/Kinship Care Program: Support groups sponsored by the Bexar Area Agency on Aging for grandparents or older relatives raising children younger than 18. 362-5254.
Grief Share Support Group: Times and dates vary. First Baptist Church of Universal City, 1401 Pat Booker Rd. 658-6394.
Homeschooling: For information on San Antonio-area homeschooling resources, support groups, events and more, visit
http://www.homeedsa.com/.
Infant and Child Loss Support Group: 6:30 p.m. second Thu. Any Baby Can, 217 Howard. 227-0530.
Journey Within: A women’s support group for difficulties such as separation, divorce, loss of a loved one, illness or challenges with children. $20 per week. Call Elizabeth Shafer for information or to register, 846-0505.
La Leche League: Support for breastfeeding moms and moms-to-be.
http://www.lalecheleague.org/. For telephone breastfeeding help, leave message on 24-hour help line, 341-9669. En Espanol, 534-9830.
• Central Evening Group: 7 p.m. second Mon. Upstairs meeting room, H-E-B Central Market, 4821 Broadway. 532-0410.
• Floresville Day Group: 2 p.m. third Wed. Lazy J Bar-B-Que meeting room, 931 10th St. and Hwy. 181, Floresville. 830-216-2029.
• New Braunfels Morning Group: 10 a.m. third Thu. 662 Comal Ave. 830-626-1660.
• New Braunfels Evening Group: 7 p.m. second Mon. 662 Comal Ave. 830-626-1660.
• Northwest Morning Group: 10:30 a.m. second Wed. Birth Center, 6450 Babcock Rd. 698-9009.
• Northwest Evening Group: 7 p.m. second Tue. Birth Center, 6450 Babcock Rd. 699-3508.
• Westside Group: 7 p.m. third Tue. St. Rose of Lima Education Center, 9883 Marbach Rd. 645-0530.
Learning Disability Support Group: 7 to 8 p.m. third Thu. Monthly support group for families of children with learning disabilities. Free. Winston School San Antonio, 8565 Ewing Halsell Drive. 615-6544.
Life After Loss: Free bereavement support program for anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one within the past two years, regardless of the cause of death. Various locations. American Cancer Society. 614-4212.
MELD: For young mothers and fathers ages 23 and under with growing families. MELD (Mutual Enrichment through Learning and Discovery) provides parental and emotional support, information and referrals. City and regional groups meet weekly at various locations. Meals and childcare provided. Some transportation assistance available. Free. For information on specific sites and meeting times, call 210-223-9381.
MELD for MOMS: Program for mothers ages 24 and older offers support and friendship. Meetings held once a week at various locations around San Antonio. Call for times and locations. Program also includes annual field trip, back-to-school event, holiday event and parenting seminar. 210-434-1332.
MELD Special: Parent support program that focuses on the daily challenges of raising a child with an illness or disability. Programs addressing the impact on childrearing and family life are offered once a week. Childcare provided. Free. Call for times and locations. 210-434-1475.
Mended Little Hearts supports parents and family members of children with heart defects and heart disease. Program partners with hospitals and connects families in crisis. 6:30 to 8 p.m. on 4th Wed. every month. Light refreshments provided. Child Life Specialists available upon request. Program rotates between Methodist Children’s Hospital, 7700 Floyd Curl Drive, 2nd floor Pediatric Conference Room and Christus Santa Rosa Hospital, 333 N. Santa Rosa St., 5th floor Child Life Center. This month’s meeting at Santa Rosa Hospital.
www.schendelsworld.com/MLHofSA.htm or call group coordinators at 210-324-2920 or 210-414-7942.
M.O.M.S. Club: Non-denominational, international support organization for stay-at-home moms and their children. Various chapters throughout the San Antonio area.
http://www.momsclub.org/.
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers): An international, non-denominational support organization for moms with infants to kindergartners.
http://www.mops.org/.
• Bulverde United Methodist Church: 9 a.m. to noon second Fri. and every Mon. Fees vary. Childcare available. 28300 Hwy. 281 N. 830-980-7745.
• Castle Hills First Baptist Church: 9 to 11:30 a.m. second and fourth Tue. $24 per semester. Childcare: $5 per child per semester. 2220 N.W. Military Hwy. 377-3030, ext. 386.
• Concordia Lutheran Church: Two groups: 9 to 11:30 a.m. second and fourth Fri. and first and third Fri. Fees vary. Childcare available. 16801 Huebner Rd. 479-1477.
http://www.concordia-satx.com/.
• Cornerstone Church: 9 to 11:30 a.m. second and fourth Mon. Childcare available. 18755 Stone Oak Pkwy. 490-1600.
• Community Bible Church: 9:30 a.m. to noon first and third Mon.; 9:30 a.m. to noon second and fourth Mon.; and 6 to 8 p.m. first and third Thu. 2477 N. Loop 1604 E. 496-5096.
http://www.communitybible.com/.
• Cross Mountain Church: 9 to 11:30 a.m. third Mon. 24891 Boerne Stage Rd. 698-7781.
• First Baptist Church, Boerne: 9 to 11:30 a.m. second Mon. $3 per mom, free for children. 631 School St., Boerne. 249-2527.
• Grace Bible Church, La Vernia: Call for times/days. 390 FM 1346. 830-779-2153.
• Northeast Bible Church: 9 to 11:30 a.m. first Thu. 19185 FM 2252, Garden Ridge. 651-5462.
• University United Methodist Church: 9:30 to 11:45 a.m. second and fourth Tue. Also 6:30 to 8 p.m. third Thu. Fees vary. Registration required for childcare. 5084 De Zavala Rd. 696-1033.
• Wayside Chapel Evangelical Free Church: 9 to 11:30 a.m. second Thu. 1705 N.W. Loop 410. 344-1203.
• Westover Hills Assembly of God: 9:30 a.m. to noon second and fourth Fri. 9340 Westover Hills Blvd. 523-1505.
http://www.whag.net/.
Mothers in Fellowship: 9:30 a.m. first and third Wed. Friendship and support for mothers. University United Methodist Church, 5084 DeZavala Rd. 696-1033.
Mujeres Unidas Contra el SIDA: 6:30 p.m. Thu. Bilingual support group for women who are HIV-infected and/or affected. 307 E. Evergreen. 738-3393.
Muscular Dystrophy Association: Support groups for families and caregivers.
• Adult/Caregiver Group: Meets monthly. 7 p.m. first Tue. Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital, Room 217, 5101 Medical Drive. Must be registered with the MDA.
• ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) Group: 1 p.m. second Sat. Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital, Room 217, 5101 Medical Drive. Information: 650-3181. Must be registered with the MDA.
Niños Unidos: 10 a.m. Sat. Support group for HIV-impacted children. 307 E. Evergreen. 738-3393.
Parents of Adopted Children: 7 to 8:30 p.m. first Wed. Free. Jewish Family and Children’s Service, 12500 N.W. Military Hwy., Ste. 250. 302-6920.
Parents of Bipolar Children Support Group: 7 p.m. first Thu. University United Methodist Church, 5084 De Zavala Rd., Room 304. Call Cindy at 496-3370.
Parents of Murdered Children/Survivors of Homicide Victims: 7 p.m. second Mon. Balcones Heights Community Center, 107 Glenarm. 344-7451.
http://www.pomcsanantonio.org/.
Parents Without Partners: International, educational, nonprofit organization devoted to the well-being of single parents and their families. 972-966-2440.
Pet Loss Grief Support: 6:30 p.m. Tue. Free. Call for locations. Julie, 216-0920.
Postpartum Depression Center of San Antonio: A nationally recognized counseling program providing support groups and counseling to women and their families experiencing difficulties during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Prevention, diagnosis and treatment of postpartum disorders and mood disorders during pregnancy. Call for times, 497-0800. Email
pdcenter@texas.net.
Resolve of South Texas: Support for infertility. 967-6771.
San Antonio Area Mothers of Multiples: 7:15 p.m. second Thu. Free. University United Methodist Church, 5084 DeZavala Rd. 490-4848.
http://www.saamom.com/.
Single Moms in Life Encouragement: 6:30 p.m. Sat. Provides a safe and comfortable environment for single moms and their children to meet and support one another. Childcare provided. Community Bible Church, Portable 4A, 2477 N. Loop 1604 E. 496-5096.
S.O.S. (Survivors Offering Support): 7 p.m. first Tue. For women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and long-term cancer survivors. Spouses and relatives welcome. Northeast Methodist board room, 12709 Toepperwein. Free. 575-0355.
http://www.sahealth.com/.
Strong Sibs Together: Group meeting/activities for siblings of children with disabilities. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. second Fri. for ages 6 to 10 years and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. second Tue. for 11 years through high school. Call Any Baby Can for location. 227-0170.
Teen Mother Support Group: 3 to 5 p.m. second and fourth Sat. Support for young mothers sponsored by San Antonio Birth Doulas. 222-0988.
The Fourteen Percenter: A monthly regional newsletter for noncustodial parents. The Fourteen Percenter, 2919 N. Main Ave., San Antonio, Texas 78212.
Donald.Mathis@trinity.edu.
Tourette Syndrome Association of Texas San Antonio Support Group: 6:30 to 8 p.m. first Tue. Child and adult group meets concurrently. Conference Room C, Methodist Healthcare System, 8109 Fredericksburg Rd. at Datapoint. Call Wendy Marcus-Perez at 479-3740.
http://www.tourettetexas.org/.
Transplants For Children Parent Support Group: 6:30 p.m. third Thu., each quarter for parents of children who need or have had a tissue or organ transplant. Transplants for Children, 7550 IH 10 West, Ste. 104. 949-1212.
