Support Groups and Screenings
AARP: “55 Alive”
This mature driving course, sponsored by AARP, is open to all adults ages 55 and older.
Contact 386-228-0141 for more information and specific dates and locations.
Alcoholics Anonymous®
A fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.
Sundays from 6 to 7 pm Beginners group (Focusing on Steps 1-3)
Thursdays from 6 to 7 pm Open support group
Florida Hospital DeLand Classroom B
Contact 386-943–4670 or the 24 Hour Hotline 386-738-5433 for more information.
American Cancer Society Look Good Feel Better
This class teaches female cancer patients beauty techniques to help restore their appearance and self-image during chemotherapy and radiation treatments.
Third Monday of every other month 6 pm (starts January)
Florida Hospital DeLand Classroom 1A
Registration is required and must be made no later than 4 pm on the Thursday prior to each Monday session.
To register, contact the American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345.
Contact 386-943-4471 for more information or for questions.
Facilitator: Melissa Blakley, CTR
Ankylosing Spondylitis Support Group
For patients with Ankylosing Spondylitis, arthritis of the spine.
First Saturday of every other month from 10 am - 12pm (Starts February)
Florida Hospital DeLand Classroom 1A
Contact 386-736-8110 for more information.
Group Leader: Brent Schlapper, DO
Aphasia Support Group
For individuals and families who have difficulty with speech and communicating.
Every third Wednesday at 3 pm
Florida Hospital DeLand Classroom C
Contact Cynthia Jenkins at 386-943-4692 for more information.
Bereavement Support Group
Twice a month:
First Wednesday of every month from 10 to 11:30 am
Third Wednesday of every month from 6 to 7 pm
DeLand Public Library Conference Room
Contact Nancy Coleman at 386-671-4762 for more information.
Brain Injury Support Group
Open to individuals, families and friends of people who have suffered an injury to the brain.
Second Thursday of every month 6:30 to 8 pm
Florida Hospital DeLand Classroom 1A
Contact Tom Dockery at 386-532-9670 or Annie Thomas at 386-736-1054 for more information.
Celiac Disease Support Group
Celiac is an autoimmune disorder of the small intestine that occurs in genetically predisposed people of all ages from middle infancy on up. It is caused by a reaction to gliadin, a gluten protein found in wheat, barley and rye. Lifelong gluten-free diet is the only cure.
This group meets every other month, it is free to individual suffering from celiac, their family and friends involved or interested in learning about celiac.
RSVP by calling 386-943-4805.
Deficit Disorder Support Group
Last Thursday of every month 6 to 7:30 pm
Volusia County Health Department in DeLand
Contact Nancy Kisseloff at 386-672-2554 for more information.
Diabetes Education & Support Group
First Wednesday of each month at 9 am
Florida Hospital DeLand Classroom 1A
Contact Joyce Parrillo at 386-943-4727 for more information.
Florida Hospital DeLand Monthly Lab Screening
Third Wednesday of every month 8 to 10 am
Florida Hospital DeLand Laboratory
• Prostate Screening (Blood Test) - $21.00
• Cholesterol - $7.00 • Glucose* - $7.00
• Cardiac Risk Profile* - $15.00 (Includes Cholesterol, Triglycerides, HDL, LDL, VLDL and Risk Ratio)
*12 Hour Fast Required - Water Only
For more information, call 386-943-4620.
Grief Support Group
Florida Hospital HospiceCare holds a support group for family members, friends and caregivers whose lives have been affected by the death of a loved one. Open to the community, these groups meet in Ormond, Palm Coast and DeLand.
For more information, contact our administrative office at 800-404-1133.
Narcotics Anonymous
Provides a recovery process and support network for members to share their successes and challenges in overcoming active addiction and living drug-free productive lives.
Third Sunday from 5:30 to 8 pm Florida Hospital DeLand Classroom C
Wednesdays from 7:15 to 8:15 pm Florida Hospital DeLand Classroom 3A
Contact 386-943–4670 or the 24 Hour Hotline 386-738-5433 for more information.
Recovery, Inc.
A compilation of many simple yet practical coping techniques to help members gain inner peace by learning how to change the way they react to the people and situations they have no control over. Members also learn how to identify and manage negative thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and behaviors that can lead to emotional distress and stress related physical symptoms.
Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Florida Hospital DeLand Classroom 1A
Contact 386-734-0268 or 407-660–2003 for more information.
Facilitator: Angela Fazio
Sleep Disorders Center: Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
The CPAP Support Group is open to individuals who suffer from a sleep disorder or know someone that does. It is an opportunity for individuals to share their stories and ask questions.
Third Tuesday of every month at 6 pm - 7 pm
Florida Hospital DeLand Classroom 1A
Contact the Sleep Disorders Center at 386-943-4777 or 943-4724 for more information.
Uplift
A Depression Alternative. Support group for adults suffering from Depression and Anxiety.
Mondays from 6 to 7 pm
Florida Hospital DeLand Classroom A
Contact 386-943–4670 or the 24 Hour Hotline 386-738-5433 for more information.