Kaitlin's Hideout is a play center for children with autism and other special needs.  We are also a social, resource and support center for parents and caregivers.   We are dedicated to helping families in any way we possibly can.  We encourage families to socialize here, support one another and share resources.   Anyone who is looking for personnel "face to face" support and socialization is strongly encouraged to join. Many of us find it difficult to meet people going through what we are, and …

No One Told Me It Would Be This Hard: A Postpartum Support Group for Moms Is having a baby different than you thought? Feeling anxious, sad, irritable or overwhelmed? Having difficulty bonding with your baby or feel you should love your baby more? This group is open to all mothers with babies up to 12 months old who are emotionally struggling with adjusting to motherhood. The group is led by a licensed therapist and offers moms the opportunity to share their feelings and experiences in a support …

The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance-Greater Chicago, a non-profit self help group of lay persons, endeavors to help people whose lives are affected by mood disorders to better their lives: By offering support groups for members, families and friends. By educating those with the illness, their families and friends. By counteracting the isolation caused by such illness, providing a sense of community, sharing the experience of the illness and its management. By restoring self-esteem s …

… Some members have huge support networks, others not so much.  Some are the victims of abuse or infidelity.  Whoever you are and whatever your story, you are more than welcome to attend. We generally meet once a month at a bar in the Chicago Lakeview area to discuss our situations and help each other in any way we can.  As our membership continues to grow there has been some discussions about having a second meeting every month during the week or in a different location.  Suggestions are always w …

Join adoptive and foster families in the Chicago and Chicago Suburban area who are interested in finding support and information. This group offers workshops on topics such as attachment, emotional and behavioral problems, ADHD, trauma, loss, sexual abuse, and more. It also offers a supportive forum where families can discuss the joys and challenges of fostering and adopting.

The DuPage YOPD Support Group seeks to meet the needs of PWP (people with Parkinson's) approximately 59 years of age and under. Spouses and/or care partners are encouraged to attend, even if the PWP doesn't come.  I have changed the group settings for members' privacy, but if you join the group you can "meet" some of the members, read their comments, and see what a great bunch of people are gathered here. Our desire is for this group to be upbeat , encouraging , and hopeful ; a safe place where …

Are you struggling with how to define your role as a stepmom? Do you sometimes feel like an outsider in your own home? Do you wish you had other stepmoms to relate to? Join a supportive and caring community of other women who know about the challenges and frustrations of being a stepmom. The group will help you: Explore your thoughts and feelings about being a stepmom in an open, confidential environment; Improve relationships with your current spouse, stepchildren and other family members; and …

Change can be difficult. Facing a life change/transition can create anxiety in us, fill us with grief over what we have lost and leave us feeling confused and uncertain about the future. WIT is a psycho-educational and support group for women who are going through different transitions in life. Transitions could be of any kind including divorce, death of a loved one,job loss, empty nest, caring for a loved one, illness/injury, relocation etc.

Meet other local people coping with a divorce or separation for discussion, support and to get out for some fun. I need help with this, do you?

This group is designed as a home for those of us that suffer from the little known or understood disease known as Sarcoidosis. It's a place to gather, talk, and share stories, find comfort and understanding from other people like ourselves who really understand the things we have lost, and the price we pay by being afflicted with this horrible illness.

B.I.G. is a support, education and networking group for smart women (and let's face it -we're all smart!)   Mission -- To create an environment where women empower each other toward their personal and professional goals and dreams. We currently host meetings in nearly 60 local communities throughout the country and we're expanding rapidly. We're also available to all women on-line via our http://www.believeinspiregrow.com website.   What is B.I.G? B.I.G. is a community based support group that p …

… If you are looking for women to help you through your pregnancy by attending prenatal classes with you, go with you to doctor’s visits, or just offer advice and support – this is your group. As single parents, it’s important that we stick together and help each other through this amazing journey. This group will connect online and meet in the Chicago and suburban area once a month to share experiences, lessons, and support. The group requires a brief introduction with your reasons for joining an …

GiveForward.com is an online fundraising platform that builds a community of support for those going through a medical crisis. With our Meetup group we hope to extend our reach and build a community of both offline AND online support. In addition to GiveForward ambassadors, members will include social workers, survivors, fighters and caregivers. Each meeting will be an opportunity for those going through illness, supporting a patient, or working with patients to talk about the struggles they fac …

… Our goal is to help FUTURE MOMS to: Understand and eliminate barriers to your successful conception and pregnancy Resolve any previous relationship traumas, including childhood and relationship issues with parents and significant others that often present major barriers for successful conception, healthy pregnancy and parenting Balance your emotions and maintain hormonal levels necessary for creating a new live and being a successful spouse and parent You will learn how to: Consciously suppor …

Any gay man with children who wants to meet other gay dads for support, friendship, socializing and/or dating. Any gay man planning to have children. Any gay man without children who wants to meet gay dads for support, friendship, socializing and/or dating. Anyone who wants to support gay dads and their children. 

ASPiE is a new group for college students with ASD! We are looking for new members, which is why we started this meetup group. Please join us -- we would love to meet you! ASPiE is a peer support group geared toward college students with ASD. The group includes all students from colleges and universities in the Chicago area. Those who attend will have opportunities to meet students with similar interests, discuss college life in a supportive environment, hear about topics of interest (relationsh …