Support Groups
Air Force Family Support Center
Langley AFB. 764-3990, www.langley.af.mil
All-Family DivorceCare @ First Baptist Church of Norfolk
DivorceCare is one of the best ministry support programs that places cutting edge seminar DVD's with issue focused small groups. DivorceCare @ First Norfolk is a 13-week open program that happens on Tuesday nights from 6 pm - 8 pm at the Norfolk campus. Classes for adults (19+), Youth (11-14, 15 - 18) and Kids (6 - 10) help people and families deal with the struggles of separation and the trials of divorce. There is no cost for the program but the manuals are $15 but can be used for all future classes. This is an open group so you can start at any time. We are also starting a class for "Grandparents/Parents of Grown kids going through separation and Divorce." If you would like to get more information on DivorceCare, call the Pastoral Care Ministry office at (757) 461=3226. You do not have to be a member of First Baptist Church of Norfolk to be a member of DivorceCare. This is a really great program and it helps!
Armed Services YMCA: Scampers
Mom and child playgroup, open to all military families throughout the community. Meets every Wed., 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Oceana Community Center, 1200 S. Birdneck Rd. (VB) asymcaoceana@juno.com, 433-2055 or Norfolk Crossing Community Center, Bldg. CA307, Diven Lane (N) asymcanc@juno.com, 440-1555 or every Thurs., 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Ben Moreell Community Center, 428 Ingram Loop (N)6 asymcabm@juno.com, 423-7500
Army Community Service Centers
Fort Eustis – 878-3638; Fort Monroe – 788-3878, 788-3993;Fort Story – 422-7311 or www.armycommunityservice.org.
Attachment Parenting and Natural Living Meetup
A group for parents who practice attachment parenting and living a natural lifestyle. mothersresources@yahoo.com.
Carpenter's Class
An active Sunday School Class for children of all ages who are mentally or developmentally delayed. Children from all religious backgrounds are welcome and each session includes prayer, a Bible story, crafts, singing or rhythm making, to offer a happy experience learning about God. Warwick Memorial United Methodist Church, each Sun., 9:45-10:45 a.m. Contact Mary Ellen Cochrane at 877-8061 or 877-2270. 38 Hoopes Rd. (NN)
Cooperative Co-Parenting
Offered in Norfolk, Virginia Beach and Suffolk by the Mediation Center of Hampton Roads. The class is designed for separating and divorcing parents as well as other family members who are experiencing conflict with one another. For further questions, cost and meeting times call 624-6666 or email info@mediationhamptonroads.com.
Discipline with a Purpose
A discussion group for parents on positive discipline that focuses on how and why we need to train our children for the future. Meets weekend morning. Contact Lorraine Sellars, 403-4779, orderedsteps@cox.net.
Eastern European Kid’s Culture Club
Open to children who have Eastern European roots. Provides children with cultural activities and exposure to the language. Contact Lori Ronca at 412-2888.
Family Focus Grafton
Infant, toddler and before preschool playgroups. Registration required at $10 per month. For more information and playgroup times, contact 898-2945 or email ffgrafton@hotmail.com. St. Mark Lutheran Church, 118 Old York-Hampton Hwy. (Y)
Family Focus Williamsburg
Toddlers 18 mo.-5 years; Mon. or Thurs., 9:30-11:30. Infant birth-18 mo. Tues., 9:30-11:30. Registration required at $10 per month. York River Baptist Church, 8201 Croaker Rd. (W) 566-9777
Fleet & Family Support Centers of Hampton Roads
Offering parenting resources, support and information for active duty military and their dependents. Contact www.ffscnorva.navy.mil, 1-800-FSC-LINE, Little Creek - 462-7563, Newport News - 688-NAVY, Norfolk - 444-2102, Northwest - 421-8770, Oceana - 433-2912 or Yorktown - 887-4606.
Food Allergy Support Group of Tidewater
Provides educational support about food allergies to the community and networking for its members.
Meets 5 times a year at the Children’s Hospital of Kings Daughters
Visit www.fasgot.com for additional information.
G.I.F.T. (Growing Into Families Together)
Support group for parents of children with special needs, meetings held the 1st Thurs. of every month, 6:30-8 p.m., Dominion Pediatric Therapy. Parent designed and led. Contact Michele at 873-2932 for information. 729 Thimble Shoals Blvd. (NN)
Grandparents and Relatives as Parents
Support group that assists caregivers with locating resources, learning information and more. On the Southside call 533-5217 and on the Peninsula call 875-0060. www.cceva.org.
Grief & Loss Group @ First Baptist Church of Norfolk
Based on the book by the same name, this group is designed to allow you to recover from the source of your grief and live the life God intends. This group will meet in room 306 at 4:30 on Wednesdays. For more information, contact First Baptist Church of Norfolk, 312 Kempsville Road, Norfolk, VA 23502. (757) 461-3226
Hampton Roads Families with Children from China (HRFCC)
A support group for people who have children adopted from or are considering adopting from China. Our mission is to provide cultural, social and educational activities for our children and families. Meetings are held at various locations, monthly at the Chinese Community Center in Virginia Beach. Contact Kristy Rotolo at 498-8034 or email: HRFCC@yahoo.com. (VB)
Hampton Roads Moms and Tots
Provides support and friendship for moms and children of all ages. Meeting locations vary. Contact http://sahm.meetup.com/1128.
Hampton's Healthy Families Partnership
Free infant, toddler and preschooler playgroups. Infants (newborns to walkers) held Thurs., 10-11:30 a.m.; toddlers & preschoolers (walkers and talkers) held Mon. & Wed., 9:30-11:30 a.m. The Partnership also offers home visiting services, parent education classes, and child development newsletters. 100 Old Hampton Lane (H) 727-1300, www.hampton.gov/healthyfamilies
His Embrace: Adoption and Foster Care
Support group meeting for pre/post adoptive and foster care families or families considering the process, Aug. 27, 12-2:30 p.m., Atlantic Shores Baptist Church. Features family fellowship and guest speakers each month on related topics. Childcare provided. For information or to RSVP, contact ASBC at 479-1133 or visit www.atlanticshores.org. (VB)
