We also offer free support groups for patients and their caregivers or loved ones. Meeting times and locations are subject to change, so call the numbers provided ahead of time to get the most current information.
Bariatric/Weight-loss Surgery Support Groups
Specifically for individuals considering, preparing for, and working to stay on track after weight loss surgery, our Bariatric support group is led by YNHH's own patients. One of our world-class Bariatric surgeons is always on hand to answer your questions too. Two locations and times are offered for your convenience.
Bariatric/Weight-loss Surgery Support Groups
When/Where
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Contact(s)
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Phone Number
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New Haven Group
First Tuesday of every month, 6-8:00p.m.
Temple Medical Center
60 Temple Street, lower level
Fusco Auditorium
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Group Coordinator
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203.764.9060
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New London Group
Third Wednesday of every month 6-8:00p.m.
Lawrence & Memorial Hospital's Baker Auditorium
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Group Coordinator
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203.764.9060
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Cancer Support Groups
We offer many cancer support groups. Current patients, survivors and families are welcome. View our Cancer Support Groups page for more information.
CPAP Support Group (for Sleep Apnea)
A Continuous Positive Air Pressure (CPAP) support group for adults with sleep apnea and their families is now forming. The group will provide an interactive forum for exchanging information, education on sleep disorders and review of new and old CPAP equipment. Board-certified sleep specialists and staff from Yale Sleep Medicine will attend. Refreshments will be provided. Two locations are offered for your convenience.
CPAP Support Group (for Sleep Apnea)
When/Where
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Contact(s)
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Phone Number
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Shoreline Medical Center (Guilford, CT)
Call for times
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CPAP Coordinator
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203.764.6788
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Norwich
Call for times
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CPAP Coordinator
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203.764.6788
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Congenital Heart Defects Support Group
Our monthly meeting for patients and families living with congenital heart defects. Call one of the contact person(s) listed below for complete details.
Congenital Heart Defects Support Group
When/Where
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Contact(s)
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Phone Number
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First Monday of every month, 6-8:00 p.m.
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Jeanne Imperati
Erin Ross
Andy Szocs
Marion Andrews
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203.234.1371
203.214.0384
203.494.7672
203.376.6772
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Maternity/Parenting Support Groups & Services
Nurturing Connections
This voluntary, weekly telephone support program helps first-time mothers cope with the added responsibilities of parenthood. It is available to women who received prenatal care at the Women's Center and gave birth at the Yale-New Haven Children's Hospital. Download our Nurturing Connections brochure for more information, or call Anita Bonilla, BSW, at 203.688.8165.
Nurturing Families Home Visits
A free home visitation program to help first-time parents meet the challenges of parenthood, create a safe environment for their child and learn positive parenting skills. Download our Nurturing Families brochure for more information, or call Anita Bonilla, BSW, at 203.688.8165.
Bright Beginnings Family Read
A 10-week program for first-time parents to enjoy reading together and positive parenting through selected children's books. For more information, call Melissa Rowe, LCSW, 203.688.5996
Childbirth Education
The childbirth education program helps families get off to the best start with maternity experts available to support you through pregnancy and beyond. They also offer a variety of affordable, fun fitness programs, educational resources, childbirth and parenting classes, breastfeeding supplies and more. Learn more about these resources and classes.
Transplantation Support Groups
Heart Transplantation Support Group
Our monthly meeting for individuals considering, preparing for, and recovering from heart transplant surgery. Two times and locations are offered for your convenience.
Heart Transplantation Support Group
When/Where
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Contact(s)
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Phone Number
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Every other Thursday, 7-8:30 p.m.
YNHH Max Taffel Room
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Dorene Scolnic, MSW
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203.688.6160
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First Tuesday of every month, 2-3:30 p.m.
Children's Hospital, Room 201
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Dorene Scolnic, MSW
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203.688.6160
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Stem Cell Transplantation Support Group
Our monthly meeting for individuals considering, preparing for, and recovering from stem cell transplant surgery.
Stem Cell Transplantation Support Group
When/Where
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Contact(s)
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Phone Number
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Second Monday of every month, 5:00 p.m.
Children's Hospital, Room 201
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Nancy Edgington
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203.688.3222
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The Witness Project of Connecticut
Specifically for African American women with breast and cervical cancer, this community-based education program provides cultural- and age-appropriate support services. Visit The Witness Project website for more information.
How to Find Other Support Groups in the Community
Many individuals who share a common medical diagnosis meet on a regular basis to educate and encourage each other. These groups are always evolving. For the most up-to-date information about groups meeting in southern Connecticut, please contact Infoline by calling their toll-free hotline at 2-1-1.