Support Groups

Heart Patient Support Group

Heart attacks are not only physically challenging, they bring with them a new way of life that can feel stressful. We provide a free, hospital-based, heart attack survivor support group each month. Get the latest schedule flyer here.
(805) 955-6569

Cancer Support Groups

After Breast Cancer Support Group
Support group for women who are facing, have faced, or are recovering from breast cancer. This group meets the 1st Thursday of every month at the Simi Valley Senior Center.
805-501-6417
www.cancer.org

Cancer Support Community
A Community Where Support and Friendship Inspire Hope
Providing a home-like environment where people with cancer, their families, and friends can come to receive support, education, nutrition and exercise information, and stress management assistance.
Centrally located at 530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake Village, CA 91361, with satellite and offsite locations in Winnetka, Ventura, Oxnard, and Camarillo.
805-379-4777
www.CancerSupportVvsb.org

Colon Cancer Self-Help Group
A Program of the American Cancer Society
The Colon Cancer Self-Help Group provides cancer patients and their partners a chance to share experience, learn more about the disease, and gain skills to help adjust to their own individual needs after the diagnosis.
805-644-6656
805-647-5886

Blood Related Cancers Family Support Group
A Program of the Cancer Center of Ventura County
This program meets the first Thursday each month from 6pm - 7:30pm to assist people with leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma in coping more effectively with their illness and learning as much as possible about their disease. Family members are welcome.
805-988-2641
khillman@chw.edu
www.cancer.org

Leukemia/Lymphoma Support Group
A Program of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
These groups are guided by two healthcare professionals and are intended to give information and support and to encourage greater communication among patients, their families, friends and healthcare professionals.
888-802-8680
310-216-7600 ext. 240
www.lls.org/support/support-groups

Marcelle Erian Women's Cancer Support Group
Supported by Adventist Health Simi Valley
Women only, all ages, all types and stages of cancer, newly diagnosed and in remission welcome. Dinner provided.
Meets third Wednesday of every month (except June/July) 6pm, Aspen Center Lobby
805-955-8055

Prostate Cancer Support Group
A Program of Prostate Cancer Education and Support Group
Prostate Cancer Support Group is an educational and support group for all men diagnosed with prostate cancer before, during and after treatment. It provides an opportunity to discuss issues, exchange information and share concerns. Spouses, partners and family members are encouraged to attend. Group meets from 10:00 am - 11:30 am the 3rd Tuesday each month.
805-988-2641
khillman@chw.edu
www.cancer.org

Tzu Chi Free Clinic Cancer Support Group
A Program of the American Cancer Society
Support group for Chinese speakers.
818-983-2633
805-358-3941
818-304-4567

Women's Crochet Support Group
Women of all ages, all types and stages of cancer, experience with crochet NOT required.
Meets every Thursday, 2.30pm - 3.30pm
Adventist Health Nurse Navigator Office,
2750 N Sycamore Dr, Suite 200
805-955-8055

Grief Support

Rose Family Grief Support Group

Didi Hirsch Suicide Bereavement Support Group
Newbury Park: (310) 895-2326

Hospice of the Conejo
Thousand Oaks: (805) 495-2145

Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association
Ventura: (805) 642-0239

ProCare Hospice
Oxnard: (805) 988-1173

Suicide L.O.S.S. Group, Camarillo Hospice
(805) 389-6870

The Church of the Epiphany Grief and Loss Support Group
Oak Park: (818) 991-4797

The Compassionate Friends Supporting Family after a Child Dies
Thousand Oaks: (805) 579-7065
or (805) 443-1905

TLC Hospice
Moorpark: (805) 517-1620

Life After Loss Grief Support Group
Simi Valley: (805) 415-3709

Resources for Your Growing Family

Breastfeeding Support
We offer free breastfeeding support to anyone who needs it. Breastfeeding Cafe is available every Thursday from 9:00am-10:00am at Adventist Health Simi Valley. To register please call (805) 955-6305.

Sibling Relations
Free support for growing families who are bringing home new babies. August 30, October 25 and December 6, in the hospital from 6:00-7:00pm.To register please call (805) 955-6305.

Maternity Tours
Free tours will help you and your loved ones understand how Adventist Health Simi Valley's family centered birthing program can meet your needs. Click here to view the 2019 dates.