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Addictions

AA                             617-426-9444
Al-Anon                    781-843-5300
CODA                       781-231-0527
Gamblers Anon        800-426-1234
Overeaters Anon      781-641-2303
Narcotics Anon        866-624-3578


Bereavement Support
Hospice Care, Inc., runs bereavement support groups throughout the year. Groups are available in: Arlington, Belmont, Lexington, Bedford, Winchester, Woburn, Wilmington, Burlington, Tewksbury, Billerica, Malden, Medford, Melrose, Stoneham, Wakefield, Reading, North Reading, Lynnfield, Everett.
Adult bereavement programs, which are free of charge and open to the community, provide a safe place to express feelings, share experiences, learn about grief, and move ahead in the grieving process.  Call 781-569-2888 for details.

Listing of support groups for caregivers… click here or call 1-617-868-6718.


Caregivers - Winchester Hospital - 781-756-2070
A department of Winchester Hospital, Winchester Home Care is hosting a free support group in Winchester to offer information, new ideas and emotional support that caregivers require for themselves as well as their loved ones. The group is free, but registration is required. Call 756-2070 for details.

Low Vision
The Low Vision group meets at the Reading Senior Center on the 2nd Wednesday each month. The have guest speakers, exchange resources and offer one another support regarding the challenges of navigating daily life. New members are always welcome and transportation is provided.

Scuttlebutt - Veterans
The Scuttlebutt group meets at the Reading Senior Center on the last Thursday of every month. The have guest speakers, watch films and share resources and memories. All Veterans are welcome.


 
Town of Reading, Massachusetts  
16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA 01867   
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