Unless noted, call Health Connection at (800) 963-7070 for more information or to join one of the free support groups.

New! - AWAKE (Alert, Well, And Keeping Energetic) Support Group for Sleep Disorders

For people suffering from obstructive sleep apnea and using CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure). Provides support, education and resources. Click here to learn more about the Washington Township Center for Sleep Disorders.
When: 4th Wednesday of every month: Time: 11 a.m. to Noon.
2010 Schedule: January 27, February 24, March 24, April 28, May 26
Where: Conrad E. Anderson, MD Auditorium, Room A (Washington West, 2500 Mowry Ave.)

Alzheimer's Group

For family members and/or caretakers of person with Alzheimer's Disease.
When: Last Wednesday of every month, 7 to 9 p.m.
2010 Schedule: January 27, February 24, March 31, April 28, May 26, June 30
Where: Conrad E. Anderson, MD Auditorium, Room A (Washington West, 2500 Mowry Ave.)

Arthritis Support Group

For people who suffer from arthritis. Family members and friends are also welcome.
When: Fourth Wednesday of each month, 3:15 to 4:15 p.m.
2010 Schedule: April 28, May 26, June 23
Where: Conrad E. Anderson, MD Auditorium, Room A (Washington West, 2500 Mowry Ave.)
Call: (510) 818-2222, ext. 4478

Better Breathing for Life Club

For people who have chronic lung disease (chronic asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, COPD, pulmonary fibrosis or any other restricted lung disease). Family members and loved ones are welcome.
When: Fourth Wednesday of each month: 1 to 2:45 p.m.
2010 Schedule: January 27, February 24, March 24, April 28, May 26
Where: Conrad E. Anderson, MD Auditorium, Room A & B (Washington West, 2500 Mowry Ave.)
Call: To be added to our mailing list call (510) 494-7025 (if you get a recording, press 2 when prompted.)

Breast Cancer Support Group

For women who have survived or are living with breast cancer. Loved ones are also welcome.
When: First Thursday of each month, 7:30 to 9 p.m.
2010 Schedule: January 7, February 4, March 4, April 1, May 6, June 3
Where: Washington Women's Center Conference Room (Washington West, 2500 Mowry Ave.)
Call: (510) 608-1356

Cancer Oncology Support Group

Drop-in group offering emotional support and information exchange for people who have survived or are living with cancer.
When: Wednesdays of each month, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.  
2010 Schedule: January 6, 13, 20, 27; February 3, 10, 17, 24; March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31;
April 7, 14, 21, 28; May 5, 12, 19, 26; June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Where: Newark Room (ground floor, Main Hospital) 2000 Mowry Ave, Fremont

Crohn's & Colitis Support Group

Provides patients with ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease and their family or friends the opportunity to share common experiences, coping skills, and information.
When: Fourth Tuesday of each month, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
2010 Schedule: January 26, February 23, March 23, April 27, May 25, June 22
Where: Conrad E. Anderson, M.D. Auditorium, Room A (Washington West, 2500 Mowry Ave.)

Diabetes Support Group

For people who suffer from diabetes. Family members and friends are also welcome.
When: Meets the first Thursday of each month following Diabetes Matters, 8 to 9 p.m.
2010 Schedule: January 7, February 4, March 4, April 1, May 6, June 3
Where: Conrad E. Anderson, MD Auditorium, Room C (Washington West, 2500 Mowry Ave.)

Grief Support

For adults grieving the loss of a loved one.
When: Thursdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
2010 Schedule: January 7, 14, 21, 28; February 4, 11, 18, 25; March 4, 11, 18, 25;
April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; May 6, 13, 20, 27; June 3, 10, 17, 24
Where: Fremont Room (ground floor, main hospital) 2000 Mowry Ave., Fremont

Helping After Neonatal Death (HAND)

This non-profit, volunteeer group provides information and support to parents who have lost a child through miscarriage, stillbirth or infant death.
When: First and third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.
2010 Schedule: January 6, 20,; February 3, 17; March 3, 17
April 7, 21; May 5, 19; June 2, 16
Where: Please call HAND for location
Call: (888) 908-HAND or Health Connection at (800) 963-7070

Mended Hearts

For people who have had heart surgery, heart attack, angioplasty, angina and/or other cardiac conditions. Family members and loved ones are also welcome.
Where: Conrad E. Anderson, M.D., Auditorium, Room B (Washington West, 2500 Mowry Avenue)
Call:  (510) 494-7022 for meeting times and information.

Parkinson's Support Group

For patients, family and friends of those who have Parkinson's Disease. Walk-ins welcome.
When: Fourth Monday of each month, 7 p.m.
2010 Schedule: January 25, February 22, March 22, April 16, May 24, June 28
Where: Fremont Senior Center, 40086 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont

Stroke Support Group

For stroke survivors and their caregivers to provide social and emotional support, educate and provide resources.
When: Fourth Tuesday of each month. 1 to 2:30 p.m.
2010 Schedule: January 26, February 23, March 23
April 27, May 25, June 22
Where: Neuroscience Conference Room (2nd floor, Washington West, 2500 Mowry Ave., in Fremont)
Call: (510) 745-6525