Support Groups
Support groups provide a nurturing environment where individuals facing similar challenges come together to share experiences, offer advice, and provide emotional support. These groups foster a sense of community and understanding, helping members feel less alone in their struggles and empowering them to navigate life’s obstacles with greater resilience. Whether dealing with mental health issues, addiction, chronic illness, or any other challenge, support groups offer a safe space for healing and growth.
GriefShare
Healing from grief is not easy. It’s a long, sometimes painful process. We want to help you on your journey toward recovery. We hold a 13-week GriefShare group on Tuesday nights from September through December. Please contact the church office for more information or read more here. During other times of the year, you can find a GriefShare group here.
Survivors of Suicide
The North Raleigh/Wake Forest Survivor of Suicide and Loss group meets on a monthly based at Soapstone United Methodist Church in Raleigh, NC. The group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month 7:00 – 8:30 pm in room 201.
Learn more here.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous holds three meetings at the Soapstone Chapel, 10301 Old Creedmoor rd., Raleigh, NC. Click here to learn more.
Support Group for Dementia Caregivers
Connect with fellow caregivers to share ideas and support each other through the stages of dementia caregiving, 2nd Wednesday of every month from 2-3:30 pm in Room 108/110. Learn more here.
Online Dementia Caregiver Support Groups
The Dementia Alliance of NC offers online/Zoom caregiver support groups which provide caregivers a time for social interaction and a safe place to ask questions, get ideas, express emotions, and receive empathetic support. Many groups offer an educational component with expert advice on caregiving topics. To learn more, click here.
Safe Talk/Safe Space LGBTQ+ Support Group
The Reconciling Ministries Team of Saint Francis UMC in Cary invites members of the LGBTQ+ community, ages 17-25 to this facilitated support group. This group offers space for conversation around important issues and concerns as well as opportunities to offer one another wisdom and encouragement all in a confidential and supportive environment. For information and meeting times, contact kelly.ferguson.walton@gmail.com.