I Need Help! - Ways to Find Support

Support groups can be a great resource for people who are facing health challenges. When someone joins and participates in a support group they find information and learning from people who are dealing with the same health challenges. They can find contacts and support from other group participants. Information that is shared in an online support group remains confidential just as it is in an in-person group setting.

There are a variety of health-based support groups available specifically online. The following list of websites is a small example of the vast array of health information that is found on the internet:

Children's Brain Tumor Foundation: An online support group for those newly diagnosed and coping with various types of brain tumors.  Link: cbtf.org

The Compassionate Friends: The national non-profit organization that assists grieving families after the death of a child. Link: compassionatefriends.org

Families Anonymous: A fellowship for family and friends of people with drug, alcohol, and behavioral issues.  Link: familiesanonymous.org

Family Caregiver Alliance: Website with four different online support groups for caregivers and their families. Link: caregiver.org

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society: Offers information and support for patients and their families with leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. Link: lls.org

American Cancer Society: Support for cancer patients and their loved ones. Link: cancer.org

Parent, Family & Friends Network (PFN): A website that offers support for those whose loved ones are struggling with an eating disorder. Link: nationaleatingdisorders.org

Preeclampsia Foundation: Offers access to stories, advice, information, and support online. Link: preeclampsia.org 

References

Healthfinder.gov (n.d.) Retrieved from: https://heathfinder.gov/FindServices/SearchContext.aspx?topic=833

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