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After a life-changing event, whether medical or psychological, the pathway toward healing is not always easy. At Cedars-Sinai, we provide comprehensive support groups that focus on assisting patients with life's changes and adjustments. Our staff is committed to treating patients with compassion, helping them to achieve their goals and providing education and support for individuals and their families.

Advance Care Planning

Advance Planning Workshop
Second Tuesday of each month from 10 a.m.-noon
(conference room adjacent to Suite 130)
8501 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

The Advance Care Planning class is held on the second Tuesday of each month and offers a general introduction to advance care planning through presentations and discussion. This class will assist in answering your questions and personalizing your forms.

This event is free and open to the public. Breakfast will be provided. Parking will be validated.

To RSVP or for more information, call 800-700-6424.

Factsheet (PDF)
Factsheet — Spanish (PDF)

Aphasia

Aphasia Community Group
Fridays from 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

Meeting for over a decade, and with many longtime members, this group is for individuals who struggle to communicate as a result of a stroke, head injury or brain tumor. Group sessions offer weekly interaction and conversation in a supportive environment with other individuals who have had a stroke, head injury or brain tumor.

Free and open to the public. Families and caregivers are welcome. Refreshments available.

For more information and meeting location, please contact Hugh Cooper at 310-423-6280.

Brain

Brain Aneurysm Educational Support Group
The Brain Aneurysm Educational Support Groups meet quarterly on the second Wednesday of the month. Free and open to the public.

We invite you to join us for informative presentations given by our neurosurgeons and other healthcare professionals. Meet and help support others that are experiencing similar challenges related to their medical condition.

6-7:30 p.m.

Cedars-Sinai
127 S. San Vicente Blvd., Plaza Level,
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Pavilion Education Center, Conference Room 2
{See security guard on Plaza Level for directions}

For more information, contact:
Joseph Recinos
Phone: 310-423-0821
Email: joseph.recinos@cshs.org

Brain Tumor Educational Support Group
The Brain Tumor Educational Support Groups meet quarterly on the second Wednesday of the month. Free and open to the public.

We invite you to join us for informative presentations given by our neurosurgeons and other healthcare professionals. Meet and help support others that are experiencing similar challenges related to their medical condition.

6-7:30 p.m.

Cedars-Sinai
127 S. San Vicente Blvd., Plaza Level,
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Pavilion Education Center, Conference Room 2
{See security guard on Plaza Level for directions}

For more information, contact:
Joseph Recinos
Phone: 310-423-0821
Email: joseph.recinos@cshs.org

Cancer

Groups designed to address the emotional and cultural needs of cancer patients and survivors.

Prostate Cancer Support Group
Monthly meeting in person (also available through Microsoft Teams). Free and open to the public.

For more information please call 310-423-0696.

Diabetes

Diabetes Support
Usually meets the first Wednesday of the month from 6-7:30 p.m.

Opportunities for patients and families to get together to discuss issues and topics pertaining to diabetes in informal drop-in support and education sessions with our Diabetes Educators.

For more information, location, and date of meeting, contact:
Mary Jane Vos, BSN, RN, CDE
Phone: 310-423-5098
or
Joyce Spalding, MSN, RN, CDE
Phone: 310-423-0592

Please call to confirm date, time and location.

This event is free and open to the public.

Pre-Diabetes Classes
Second Wednesday of the month from 3-5 p.m.
Third Wednesday of the month from 9-11 a.m.

8501 Wilshire Blvd.
(conference room adjacent to Suite 130)
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Classes focus on nutritional and health information for diabetes prevention. Taught by a Registered Dietitian and a certified diabetes educator/clinical pharmacist. Free take-home resources provided.

To RSVP or for more information, call 310-385-3385.

This event is free and open to the public.

Endometriosis Peer Support Network

You’re not alone. Endometriosis and related diagnoses can be overwhelming. There is so much medical information to absorb and multiple treatments to consider. Many aspects of life may be affected by symptoms and treatment: work life, social life, financial life, etc. What if you could connect with someone who understands these challenges firsthand?

Peer support volunteers have:

  • Had a diagnosis for many years
  • Experienced a variety of treatments, therapies, and surgeries
  • Been previously misdiagnosed
  • Considered their reproductive goals at a young age
  • Navigated complex medical systems
  • A profile for you to learn more about them and connect by phone or email

To get referred to a peer support volunteer that’s right for you, contact Caryn Lindsey at 310- 423-2412 or caryn.lindsey@cshs.org.

Maternal Mental Health

Groups that provide support and education for families of newborn babies.

View and register for upcoming events the Reproductive Psychology team has to offer.

Help and Addiction

Self-help groups that provide ongoing support to individuals coping with addiction issues of their own or in their families.

A.A. - Alcoholics Anonymous
Westside Lawyers Group
Wednesdays
7:30-9 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

A.A. - Alcoholics Anonymous
Sundowners
Sundays
6-7 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

A.A. - Alcoholics Anonymous
Saturdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

Al-Anon
Thursdays, 7:30-9 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

Al-Anon
Sundays, 9-10:30 a.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

CMA Relapse (Crystal Meth Anonymous Relapse)
Tuesdays, 8:30-9:45 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

CMA Relapse (Crystal Meth Anonymous Relapse)
Attitude of Gratitude
Thursdays, 7-8 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

CODA (Co-Dependent Anonymous)
Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

CODA (Co-Dependent Anonymous)
Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

Compulsive Eaters Anonymous
Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

Gamblers Anonymous
Saturdays, Noon-2 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

HIV Writers Workshop
Saturdays (seasonal), 1-3:30 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

IBD Support Group
(Inflammatory Bowel Disease)
2nd Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

NAMI
(National Alliance on Mental Illness)

Family-to-Family
Thursdays (seasonal), 6-9 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

NAMI
(National Alliance on Mental Illness)

Peer-to-Peer
Tuesdays (seasonal), 6:30-8 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

Overeaters Anonymous
Saturdays, 9-10 a.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting locations, contact Shaun Consiglio
Phone: 310-423-6139
Email: shaun.consiglio@cshs.org

Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson’s Disease Patients
(diagnosed in the first four years)
First Monday of the month 6 p.m.-7 p.m.

Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 777 0786 5933
Passcode: 205989

Caregivers of Parkinson’s Disease Patients
Fourth Friday of the month 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 724 4668 3886
Passcode: PD

Social Support and Educational Group

Illness Social Support and Educational Group
Last Wednesday of the month, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
8501 Wilshire Blvd. (conference room adjacent to Suite 130)
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Going through an illness can be a stressful time for everyone involved—for the patient, of course, but also for the caregivers and family members. Cedars-Sinai Medical Network offers a monthly topic-specific discussion, open at no cost to all Cedars-Sinai patients, caregivers and family members, as well as to others in the community.

The group offers an interactive environment for all to share their experiences and learn more about a variety of topics. The group meetings feature guest speakers and information on topics such as caregiver support, stress management, coping with chronic illnesses, mental health concerns, community resources, and many more relevant and helpful topics.

To RSVP or for more information, call 800-700-6424.

Stroke

"Yes I Can" Stroke Support Group
Second Tuesday of every month, 2-3 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

For more information and meeting location, please call Hugh Cooper at 310-423-6280

Be sure to always call to confirm attendance and location.

Transplant

Heart Transplant Support Group
Monthly support group for heart transplant patients, families and caregivers.
4th Wednesday of every month
11 a.m.-noon
Free and open to the public.

Advanced Health Sciences Pavilion – Rm PEC3

*Please note: patients must RSVP by calling a social worker.

For more information, please contact:
Alisa Fishman, LCSW, ACM, 310-423-7464
Linda Olanisa, LCSW, ACM, 310-423-8630
Megan Olman, LCSW, ACM, 310-423-5389

Mechanical Circulatory Support Group
Join us for regular discussion of coping related to hospitalization and need for mechanical circulatory support. Open to all pre- and post-mechanical circulatory support patients, family and caregivers.
Every second Tuesday of the month
11 a.m.–noon

North Tower – 6th Floor North Tower – Rm 6159

*Please note: patients must RSVP by calling a social worker.

For more information, please contact:
Alisa Fishman, LCSW, ACM, 310-423-7464
Linda Olanisa, LCSW, ACM, 310-423-8630
Megan Olman, LCSW, ACM, 310-423-5389

Multi-Organ Transplant Support Group
Monthly support group for all transplant patients, family and caregivers.
1st Thursday of every month
Noon-1 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

8900 Beverly Blvd.
3rd Floor Conference Room
Parking will cost $5 with validation

For more information, please contact:
Amy Modglin, LCSW, 310-423-7479

Weight Loss

Prepping for Change—Center for Weight Management and Metabolic Health
For those contemplating surgery
Every second and fourth Thursday of the month
5-6 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

Virtual

Contact: Center for Weight Management and Metabolic Health
Phone: 310-423-8350
Email: weightmanagement@cshs.org

Expert Speaker Series Groups—Center for Weight Management and Metabolic Health
These groups are specially curated to address topics related to weight management. Each group will have a topic expert who will touch on weight management hot topics as well as offer Q&A with each speaker.
Noon-1 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

Virtual

Contact: Center for Weight Management and Metabolic Health
Phone: 310-423-8350
Email: weightmanagement@cshs.org

On the Right Track—Center for Weight Management and Metabolic Health
For those who have undergone surgery
Every second and fourth Thursday of the month
6-7 p.m.
Free and open to the public.

Virtual

Contact: Center for Weight Management and Metabolic Health
Phone: 310-423-8350
Email: weightmanagement@cshs.org