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Meetings featuring programs and information about living with blindness.
Peer-to-peer program connects newly diagnosed patients and their families with trained volunteers who have experienced blood cancer firsthand and understand the process.

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Peer to Peer Networking
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Provides nutrition education and support to individuals who have diabetes. The support group offers a discussion time and education relating to nutrition and diabetes self-management. The group meets on the third Thursday each month at 10 am in the Large Conference Room, located on the lower level of Veterans Memorial Hospital.
Modern health care facility, with an Intensive Care Unit, a Birthing Center, Cancer Center, 24 hour Emergency Services and a fully equipped Surgery Department. The medical center offers a variety of programs.
Provides support for individuals with Down Syndrome, their families, friends and educators by hosting recreational and educational events, information and referral to medical and dental resources, advocates on a legislative level for those with Down Syndrome and provides scholarships for those wanting to attend national conferences.

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Disease/Disability Information
Health/Disability Related Support Groups

Promotes lupus awareness and complements the work of health care professionals by providing personalized resources for the lupus community while supporting research.

Services include:

- Health educators/navigators available to answer questions and provide medically sound information about Lupus.

- Information on support groups.

- Referrals to physicians, community services, resources, and assistance.

- Peer-to-peer support.

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Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Disease/Disability Information

Provides a support group for adolescents and adults living with a mental health condition, including depression, mood disorders, and other mental health conditions.

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Health/Disability Related Support Groups

Offers Health/Disability Support Groups include Freedom From Smoking, Better Breathers Club, Chronic Pain Management, Fibromyalgia, and Diabetic Education. Call for other support groups and additional details.

Offers many types of health/disability support groups for adults and children. Call or visit the UnityPoint website to get more information about what support groups are being offered, where and when.
Cancer education includes brochures, speakers, signs and methods for prevention and detection, and covers topics such as breast cancer, colon cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer, and smoking. Support group information also available. Contact by phone for services.

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Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Tobacco Use Education/Prevention
Breast Self Examination Instruction
Disease/Disability Information

Easterseals provides pediatric:

- Physical therapy.

- Behavioral Therapy (Social Worker).

- Mental Health(Social Worker).

- Mental Health Screenings.

- Aquatic therapy (summer only).

- Occupational therapy (summer only).

- Feeding Therapy (summer only).

- Summer Groups. - Autism lending library.

-Full Medical Autism Diagnostic Clinic.

-AAC Clinic.

-Seating and Mobility Clinic.

- English and Spanish Autism Parent Support Groups.

- Autism Newsletter English and Spanish.

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Physical Therapy
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Autism Therapy
Occupational Therapy

Offers in-person and zoom support groups for those eligible in need of support.

Program that offers free support groups to help individuals cope with life's many challenges. Support Groups offered:

- Bariatric Support Group which is a center for weight management.

- Cancer Support Group offers encouragement and compassion for all cancer survivors.

- Caregivers Support Group offers support for someone diagnosed with Alzheimer's or other chronic disease.

- Grief Support Group provides emotional support for someone dealing with a loss.

- Parkinson's Support Group for individuals with Parkinson's disease and their caregivers.

- And more.

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General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups
Weight Management Support Groups
General Addictions/Substance Use Disorder Support Groups
Health/Disability Related Support Groups

Designated dual-diagnosis/co-occurring mental health & substance abuse treatment facility. Gateway is able to provide treatment to those with substance use disorder, with or without a mental health diagnosis.

Substance use treatment options vary by location, but may include:

-- Residential treatment.

-- Outpatient treatment.

-- Virtual addiction treatment.

-- Detoxification.

Services may include:

-- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT).

-- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

-- Dilectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

-- Co-Occuring Diagnosis/Dual Diagnosis Treatment.

-- Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).

-- Mindfulness-Based Sobriety.

-- Motivational Interviewing (MI).

-- Recovery Support Groups.

-- Trauma-Responsive Treatment.

-- 12-Step Facilitation.

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Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Integrated Co-Occurring Disorders Treatment
Medication Based Treatment for Substance Use Disorders
Gambling Disorder Counseling
Inpatient Substance Use Disorder Treatment Facilities
General Counseling Services
Substance Use Disorder Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Assessment for Substance Use Disorders
Comprehensive Outpatient Substance Use Disorder Treatment
DUI Offender Programs
Transitional Housing/Shelter

Provides support groups that are set up based on need.

Neurological Support Group meetings fourth Tuesday of every month in the main floor conference room. Group is for patient or caregiver and includes Parkinson's, Lou Gehrig's, Alzheimer's, Huntington's or any other affliction that has brought on neurological challenges. The group is for either the person afflicted or the caregiver. Call for times.

Support and guidance to family and friends of person(s) with Alzheimer's disease and/or a related dementia. Provides information and resources, support, research, public education, care consultations for families and person(s) with the disease, and advocate for the needs of individuals and their families.

Local monthly support group meetings and a toll-free helpline.

Safe Return Program helps to safely locate wandering persons with dementia.

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Disease/Disability Information
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Emergency Alert

Community-based Wellness Programs provide solutions to improve the quality of life for people living with chronic health issues.

LiveStrong at the Y helps cancer survivors increase strength and endurance, better their mental health, and build support with others that have also walked the difficult journey.

In Brain and Body, those with Parkinson's or other neurological conditions engage in physical and mental exercises that improve balance, memory, and more.

Y Weight Loss is designed for individuals looking to lose weight through education, personalized goal setting, and small, sustainable changes.

The Mills County YMCA only offers Y Weight Loss and the YMCA Healthy Living Center only offers Brain and Body.

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Fall Prevention Programs
Therapeutic Exercise
Weight Management
Health/Disability Related Support Groups

Offers client and family support services for individuals diagnosed with seizures, their families, and the community at large. Resource facilitators provide:

- Information and referral.

- Comprehensive case management.

- Advocacy.

- Counseling.

- Financial planning assistance.

- Support groups.

- Medical liaison.

- Community education.

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Specialized Information and Referral
Case/Care Management
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Provides medical, diagnostic and testing services locally. Variety of specialty clinics including: allergy, dietary, counseling, ear nose and throat, oncology, pulmonology, and surgery (both inpatient and outpatient).

Other services include cardiac rehabilitation, social services, physical and speech therapies, and wellness programs.

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Diagnostic Imaging/Radiology
Hospitals
Occupational Therapy
Sleep Disorders Clinics
Speech Therapy
Allergy Testing
Community Wellness Programs
Physical Therapy
Emergency Medical Care
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Hospice Care

Shares information on local parent support group meetings, such as the ASK (Autism Spectrum of Kearney) parent group or the Down's Syndrome Parent Support Group.

Recovery support groups for those overcoming the dual hurdles of addiction and past criminal justice involvement. Family members, friends, and allies of recovery are also welcome.

Provides support to children and families affected by Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).

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Disease/Disability Information
Health/Disability Related Support Groups

Community-based Wellness Programs provide solutions to improve the quality of life for people living with chronic health issues.

LiveStrong at the Y helps cancer survivors increase strength and endurance, better their mental health, and build support with others that have also walked the difficult journey.

In Brain and Body, those with Parkinson's or other neurological conditions engage in physical and mental exercises that improve balance, memory, and more.

Y Weight Loss is designed for individuals looking to lose weight through education, personalized goal setting, and small, sustainable changes.

The Mills County YMCA only offers Y Weight Loss and the YMCA Healthy Living Center only offers Brain and Body.

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Fall Prevention Programs
Therapeutic Exercise
Weight Management
Health/Disability Related Support Groups

Provides education and support services to people affected by lupus. Collaborates with experts to provide information, programs, and resources to help people navigate every step of the journey with lupus.

Strategies to Embrace Living with Lupus Fearlessly (SELF) is a free online self-management program designed to help people with lupus live their best life. SELF is tailored to support people with lupus in managing symptoms, stress, medications, and working with their healthcare team.

National Resource Center on Lupus offers a collection of up-to-date resources and information on lupus. The Resource Center educates, empowers, and connects people to lupus resources, programs, and support services.

Health Education Specialists are available to answer questions and provide caring support to people with lupus. Health education specialists are specially trained to provide people affected by lupus with non-medical counseling, disease education, information, and helpful resources. Bilingual (Spanish) health educators are also available.

The Expert Series is an educational podcast that features empowering conversations with leading lupus experts that focus on helping people live well with lupus.

LupusConnect is an online community where people affected by lupus can engage with others to share experiences, find emotional support and discuss practical ways to live and cope with the disease.

Take Charge is a weekly education email series designed to give people with lupus, including those recently diagnosed, tips and resources that can help them better manage their lupus and its everyday challenges.

Lupus and You: Answers. Advocacy. Action. is a free educational series where people with lupus, their family, and friends have the opportunity to learn about the latest in lupus research and helpful resources for managing the disease and hear about ways to engage in advocacy and awareness efforts.

Local Support and Programs - There are opportunities to engage locally and participate in education events and support groups dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by lupus. On-the-ground experts can help find resources, and support groups, and offer ways to get involved in the fight to end lupus.

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Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Disease/Disability Information

Peer support for people with disabilities by providing someone to talk with who has had similar experiences. Help includes:

- Assistance with problem solving.

- Training for volunteer peer counselors.

- Meaningful volunteer experience.

- Communication skills training.

- Mentoring.

- Personal Assistant Employers Group - monthly support group.

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Peer Counseling
Health/Disability Related Support Groups