Support Group

Humane Society of Tahoe Truckee starts pet bereavement group

The death of a pet can be devastating, and for some, the grief can be more intense than human loss. To help, the Humane Society of Tahoe Truckee (HSTT) has launched a Pet Loss Support Group for grieving pet parents. This group will help those experiencing this loss, or anticipated loss, of their furry friend.

Column: Reframing mental health now and for the future

As the COVID-19 pandemic made its way across the globe, a shapeless and silent pandemic, borne of fear, anxiety, and uncertainty also began to take hold. While taking care of oneself has been focused on our physical health and hygiene, it has left the mental health and emotional states for many, in limbo and for others, pushed them into crisis.

9th Annual "A Time For Remembrance"

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October 13, 2019 - 1:00pm

October is National SIDS, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month and is meant to honor all babies lost too soon; from early pregnancy loss to infant death.

PAL Group- Parents of Addicted Loved Ones

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October 15, 2019 (All day)

PAL Group is a support group for parents of addicts.
We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays in the back of Lake Tahoe Christian Fellowship Church at 3580 Blackwood in South Lake Tahoe at 5:30 PM.

The meetings are confidential.

For further information please contact:

DeeDee Gooding at 530-318-2520

gooding4@charter.net

Suicide prevention: Working together to save a life

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. “For anyone who has lost a friend or loved one to suicide, this month can be especially hard,” said Jamie Samboceti, Deputy Director of the El Dorado County Behavioral Health Division. “We hope that by supporting one another and working together to raise awareness about suicide, we can ultimately save lives.”

Tahoe Homeless Coalition receives grant for year-round mental health services

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – A donation from Vail Resorts Chief Executive Officer Rob Katz and his wife, Elana Amsterdam is allowing the Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless (TCH) to offer more mental health services to those experiencing homelessness on the South Shore.

In December, the Katz Amsterdam Charitable Trust made more than $2M in contributions to support emotional wellness programs in nearly every mountain resort community in which Vail Resorts operates, including South Lake Tahoe.

Douglas County community resources to deal with grief, anxiety and feelings of being unsafe

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - After the recent tragic accidents and murders in Douglas County, many people may be feeling grief and anxiety as well as feelings of being unsafe. County officials want residents to know they aren't alone and there are several support groups in the community that offer help, reassurance and comfort during this difficult time.

Below is a list of some organizations available to help:

Douglas County Mobile Outreach Safety Team (MOST)

Suicide Prevention Network Offers Support Group

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December 27, 2018 - 6:00pm

For those who are grieving a loss, the holidays can be a particularly difficult time. Gathering together with friends and family may not be enough.

Join the Survivors of Suicide next meeting on December 27 at 6:00 p.m.

Parents of Addicted Loved Ones support group starts in South Lake Tahoe

Education and support is now offered to locals on the South Shore who have a son or daughter, or other loved one, who is suffering from addiction.

Parents of Addicted Loved Ones (PAL), is a support group of parents helping parents that meets at Tahoe Youth & Family Services every Wednesday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The sessions are free of charge.

PAL can also help spouses who feel they have to parent their addicted partner.

PAL is open to all sober family members and friends who are 18-year-old and older.

Two years later: Seeing health improvements from community action

This week, June 4-10, is Community Health Improvement Week. It is a national celebration to recognize the work and efforts of health professionals to improve their community’s health.

One thing you will hear from Barton Health professionals is that improving the health and wellness in our community takes collaboration and commitment. This can be seen in the actions taken in the last two years to address South Lake Tahoe’s most pressing health concerns.

Tips for family and friends when a loved one is diagnosed with a mental health condition

As an active leader in the South Lake Tahoe chapter of NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, I work closely with family members who have loved ones with mental health issues. For many, one of the hardest times was learning about their child, partner, or friend’s diagnosis and not knowing what do next. Some were shamed for not addressing their loved one’s needs sooner and others were told they were too protective or doing too much.

Talking to your teen about stress

Any parent will tell you raising teenagers is a stressful time! Are you in that stage? Talk to your teenager about it. Your stress may be similar stress for your teen.

Let’s have an honest talk about suicide

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and you may have heard the phrase “each mind matters.”

Why does each mind matter? Mental health is something we all have. Just as our bodies need attention, our minds also need nourishment and care. Suicide rates are increasing and there is a relationship between mental illness and suicide. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), about 90 percent of people who die by suicide have experienced mental health issues.

31-Day challenge returns to address mental health awareness

South Lake Tahoe, Calif. – Mental Health Awareness Month kicks into gear on May 1. Community members and visitors are encouraged to participate in 31 days of challenges, activities, and events to honor their own mental well-being and reduce the misconceptions about mental health.

Local events include:

4th Annual Mental Health Forum
Tuesday, May 9 - 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Student Union at South Tahoe High School

Survivors of Suicide support group formed in South Lake Tahoe

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March 23, 2017 - 6:00pm

Sometimes in life, events occur that fracture the very foundation on which we stand. Life, as we have known it, is forever changed and we find ourselves in an unexpected struggle, first just to survive and then to move forward.

The Suicide Prevention Network has formed a new Survivors of Suicide loss support group that will meet at 6:00 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month at the Barton Health Public Relations office located at 2092 Lake Tahoe Blvd. Suite 400 in South Lake Tahoe.

Tahoe Youth & Family Services teams up with Suicide Prevention Network for local services

Starting in Fall 2016, Tahoe Youth & Family Services will begin contracting with Suicide Prevention Network of Douglas County to bring suicide prevention education and resources to residents of South Lake Tahoe.

The combined effort will provide community-wide awareness programs and mental health stigma reduction outreach. Suicide survivor grief support groups will also begin at the Tahoe Youth & Family Services’ counseling office at 1021 Fremont Avenue in South Lake Tahoe. Funding for the new program comes from an El Dorado County Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) grant.

Mommy and Me Support Group

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Repeats every week every Tuesday and every Thursday until Tue Mar 07 2017 .
March 8, 2016 (All day)
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March 15, 2016 (All day)
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New mothers and their babies (up to age one year old) are invited to attend a weekly support group to share experiences and discuss the joys and challenges of parenting. Get support from other mothers as well as professional support from a childbirth instructor and guest speakers. Speakers and topics vary. For more information contact Bridget Demaree at Barton University by phone, 530.543.5549 or email, bdemaree@bartonhealth.org.

Location

Barton University 4th Street
1077B 4th Street, South Lake Tahoe
United States
38° 54' 49.5828" N, 119° 59' 52.8324" W

Seven innovative mobile applications to lift your mood

Mobile applications are one of the newest methods available to help elevate your mood. If you have a smart phone or tablet, mobile applications are convenient, entertaining, and inspiring. They don’t take a lot of time and are often free of charge.

Here are some of my favorite apps that provide mood-lifting tips and entertainment. All are free to download and available on multiple phone platforms, unless otherwise noted.

Barton Foundation hands out $35,500, still has $14,500 left to give

In a community with many needs, the Barton Foundation today donated $35,500 to ten different agencies that provide services to the residents of South Lake Tahoe during their annual Philanthropy Day. For the seventh year, the Barton Foundation gave away money raised through their annual fundraising efforts which include the annual Festival of Lights.

NAMI provides free mental health education and support in South Lake Tahoe

Every time we offer support and understanding to a family or friend that is caring for a loved one living with mental illness we give them hope. Recovery is absolutely possible! Education is a core component of recovery. Through an array of free NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) education and support programs for individuals, family members, providers and the general public we are improving lives right here in our community.

Visit www.NAMI.org to learn more.

• 1 in 5 adults in America experience a mental illness.

Location

Lake Tahoe Community College
One College Drive South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States

Barton Hospice "Reflections of Life and Loss"

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Repeats every 2 weeks until Thu Dec 10 2015 .
July 23, 2015 (All day)
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August 6, 2015 (All day)
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August 20, 2015 (All day)
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September 3, 2015 (All day)
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September 17, 2015 (All day)
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October 1, 2015 (All day)
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October 15, 2015 (All day)
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October 29, 2015 (All day)
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November 12, 2015 (All day)
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November 26, 2015 (All day)
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December 10, 2015 (All day)

Barton Hospice encourages people who have experienced the loss of a loved one or have endured a significant, life-altering event to attend the ongoing bereavement group called "Reflections of Life and Loss." This group helps teach attendees how to cope with certain situations and encourages emotional connections with others. Support and bereavement groups allow people to release emotions they may otherwise keep to themselves. It can improve a participant's mood and decrease psychological distress.

For questions or more information, call Tina Bruess at 530-543-5592.

Location

Barton Home Health and Hospice
2092 Lake Tahoe Blvd, Suite 600, South Lake Tahoe
United States

Mental Health Awareness: Education and awareness are key

- Many children go undiagnosed and unidentified; they are penalized for inappropriate behavior though symptomatic.
- 42% of diagnosed students graduate with a high school diploma.
- 48% of diagnosed students drop out of school.
- 50% will serve jail time after leaving school; 20% serve sentences prior to leaving school.
- Currently 12 % of children in America under the age of 18 have a diagnosable
mental illness.
- Among the US population, mental illness impacts 1 in 4 individuals.
- 50% of adult cases of mental illness had signs and symptoms by age 14.

Letters: Mental Wellness - Children and Teens

Let’s transform South Lake Tahoe into one of the healthiest places for our children…a place where mental health issues are quickly identified and treated…a place where parents and caregivers are well-educated in recognizing the early warning signs. Let’s give the next generation the best chance possible at thriving.

In March we participated in the Mental Health Forum sponsored by Barton and the South Tahoe Unified School District. We were impressed by the passion presented by the many school-teachers, Barton ER doctors, and others that care deeply about Mental Wellness.

Talking to your teen about stress

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April 2, 2015 - 6:00pm

Any parent will tell you raising teenagers is a stressful time! Are you in that stage? Talk to your teenager about it. Your stress may be similar stress for your teen.

Barton Hospice "Reflections of Life and Loss" - New time!

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April 2, 2015 (All day)

Barton Hospice "Reflections of Life and Loss" - Grief Support Group

First and third Thursday of each month, 5-6:30pm (NOTE different time starting April 2)

2092 Lake Tahoe Blvd, Suite 600, South Lake Tahoe

Location

Barton Health
2092 Lake Tahoe Blvd, Suite 600 South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States

Type I Diabetes Support Group

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January 6, 2015 - 5:30pm

Meets First Tuesday of each month, 5:30pm
Barton Memorial Hospital Board Room (in Hospital)
2170 South Ave, South Lake Tahoe

Led by medical professionals, Tahoe Type 1 is a support group providing a place for those affected by Type 1 Diabetes. It is specifically designed to support one another and share ideas, experiences, and resources. All ages welcome. Contact tt1thrive@gmail.com for more info or call 530-543-5581.

January 6: “Diabetes and Exercise” – Dana Dose, RD, Barton Nutrition Services
February 3: “Diabetes and the Military” - Ian Magary

Type I Diabetes Support Group

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Repeats every month every Tuesday until Tue Apr 21 2015 .
November 4, 2014 (All day)
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November 11, 2014 (All day)
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November 18, 2014 (All day)
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November 25, 2014 (All day)
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December 2, 2014 (All day)
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December 9, 2014 (All day)
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December 16, 2014 (All day)
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December 23, 2014 (All day)
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December 30, 2014 (All day)
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January 6, 2015 (All day)
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January 13, 2015 (All day)
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January 20, 2015 (All day)
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January 27, 2015 (All day)
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February 3, 2015 (All day)
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February 10, 2015 (All day)
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February 17, 2015 (All day)
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February 24, 2015 (All day)
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March 10, 2015 (All day)
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March 17, 2015 (All day)
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March 24, 2015 (All day)
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March 31, 2015 (All day)
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April 7, 2015 (All day)
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April 14, 2015 (All day)
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April 21, 2015 (All day)

Type I Diabetes Support Group will be held the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the Barton Memorial Hospital Board Room (in Hospital) located at 2170 South Ave, South Lake Tahoe.

Led by medical professionals, Tahoe Type 1 is a support group providing a place for those affected by Type 1 Diabetes. It is specifically designed to support one another and share ideas, experiences, and resources. All ages welcome. Contact tt1thrive@gmail.com for more info or call 530-543-5581.

November 4: “Diabetes and Nutrition” - Nancy Raymond, RN, Certified Diabetes Educator

Location

Barton Memorial Hospital Board Room (in Hospital)
2170 South Ave, South Lake Tahoe
United States

Type I Diabetes Support Group

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Repeats every month until Tue Dec 02 2014 .
September 2, 2014 (All day)
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October 2, 2014 (All day)
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November 2, 2014 (All day)
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December 2, 2014 (All day)

Type I Diabetes Support Group
Meets First Tuesday of each month, 5:30pm

Barton Memorial Hospital Board Room (in Hospital), 2170 South Ave, S. Lake

Tahoe Led by medical professionals, Tahoe Type 1 is a support group providing a place for those affected by Type 1 Diabetes. It is specifically designed to support one another and share ideas, experiences, and resources. All ages welcome. Contact tt1thrive@gmail.com for more info.

Guest speaker on September 2: “Gestational Diabetes” - Beth Frisby, CalStar RN

Guest speaker on October 7: Tami Force MSW, LCSW

Location

Barton Memorial Hospital Board Room (in Hospital)
2170 South Ave, South Lake Tahoe
United States

South Lake Tahoe Type 1 Diabetes Support Group

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May 6, 2014 - 5:30pm

Tahoe Type 1 Diabetes Support Group

Led by medical professionals, Tahoe Type 1 is a support group providing
a place for those affected by Type 1 Diabetes. It is specifically designed to support one another and share ideas, experiences and resources.
All ages welcome!

When: First Tuesday of every month
Time: 5:30pm
Location: Barton Memorial Hospital Board Room
(Located inside Barton Memorial Hospital, 2170 South Ave., South Lake Tahoe, CA)
Contact: tt1thrive@gmail.com

May 6 ~ Certified Diabetes Educator, Jaime Pekari, RD

South Lake Tahoe Type 1 Diabetes Support Group

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April 1, 2014 - 5:30pm

Tahoe Type 1 Diabetes Support Group

Led by medical professionals, Tahoe Type 1 is a support group providing
a place for those affected by Type 1 Diabetes. It is specifically designed to support one another and share ideas, experiences and resources.
All ages welcome!

When: First Tuesday of every month
Time: 5:30pm
Location: Barton Memorial Hospital Board Room
(Located inside Barton Memorial Hospital, 2170 South Ave., South Lake Tahoe, CA)
Contact: tt1thrive@gmail.com

Upcoming guest speakers include:
April 1 ~ Licensed Acupuncturist, Kimball Chatfield, OMD

South Lake Tahoe Type 1 Diabetes Support Group

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March 4, 2014 - 5:30pm

Tahoe Type 1 Diabetes Support Group

Led by medical professionals, Tahoe Type 1 is a support group providing
a place for those affected by Type 1 Diabetes. It is specifically designed to support one another and share ideas, experiences and resources.
All ages welcome!

When: First Tuesday of every month
Time: 5:30pm
Location: Barton Memorial Hospital Board Room
(Located inside Barton Memorial Hospital, 2170 South Ave., South Lake Tahoe, CA)
Contact: tt1thrive@gmail.com

Upcoming guest speakers include:
March 4 ~ Certified Diabetes Educator, Nancy Raymond, RN

IRONMAN in Lake Tahoe: A Spectator's View

Even the name IRONMAN tells the story. After watching a day of swimming, biking and running it was proven to me that these athletes must be made of iron, or, at least, something different than my composition. Even having the trademark name in all capital letters gives one a sense of strength.

Signups taking place for grief support group

Everyone needs a witness or someone to hear their story of loss and the feelings that accompany that experience. Someone who understands and can provide presence and guidance as one navigates the l...

Signups taking place for grief support group

Everyone needs a witness or someone to hear their story of loss and the feelings that accompany that experience. Someone who understands and can provide presence and guidance as one navigates the l...

Women's Domestic Violence Support Group

The recently re-named Live Violence Free organization (formerly South Lake Tahoe Women's Center) has weekly support groups on Tuesdays from 12:30pm to 1:30 pm - for those with domestic violence issues or concerns. Childcare is available.

Free Caregiver Support Group

El Dorado County Family Caregiver Support Program will meet at the South Lake Tahoe Senior Center, located at 3050 Hwy. 50 from 5:30pm -7:30pm. Refreshments will be served. Free respite care is available to qualified caregivers. Pre-Authorization is required for respite services.
For more information, contact the Family Caregiver Support Program at (530)621-6151.

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