AOK Specific Support

Support Groups for Specific Interests (scroll down for Faith-based groups)
Group Name	Town/Area	Contact	Phone	Purpose of Group	Meeting Info

AboutFace USA www.aboutfaceUSA.org	Batavia	Rickie Anderson AboutFaceUS@ aol.com	888-486-1209	A parent and patient support program to assist all persons with facial differences to have a positive self-image and self-esteem so that they can participate fully in their communities.	AboutFace provides contacts for Parents of the new baby who need information, emotional support, and the opportunity to link with an experienced parent.
Kane County Autism Information & Support Group	Aurora	kanecountyautism@hotmail.com Karen Lotito 630-299-7932		Education and support to parents and families affected by autism	3rd Tuesday 1-2:15 pm
Epilepsy Parent Support Group http://www.epilepsy foundation.org/ chicago/groups.cfm	Geneva	Debbie Flader dflader@ epilepsychicago.org	312/939-8622 For other regional groups go to: http://www. epilepsyfoundation.org/ chicago/groups.cfm Some Hispanic groups	Foundation support groups are facilitated by trained volunteers and attended by professional staff and speakers. All times and dates are subject to change. Prior to attending your first group, please call 312-939-8622. 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Delnor Community Hospital 300 Randall Rd., Geneva	7 PM, 3rd Thursday every month Rush-Copley Medical Center Healthplex Conference Room 103 1800 Ogden Ave, Aurora
MUMS http://spot4kids.com/ mumsguide/support.html	Southern Fox Valley	Candice Hadley	630-554-8989 0r chadley222@ earthlink.net	Mostly moms of special needs school age children meeting third Tuesday of the month for fellowship, friendship and discussions of disability-related issues.	Third Tuesday monthly

Faith-based Organization Support Groups
Group Name	Town	Contact	Phone	Purpose of Group	Meeting Info
Moms Supporting Moms	Geneva	St. Peter Church Seton Hall (lower level) 1891 Kaneville Rd.	630-232-0124	A ministry for moms of all ages. Each session is designed to be a relaxing morning with other moms and give you an opportunity to be inspired and encouraged in your roles as a woman, wife, mother and Catholic.	Meet the 2^nd Thursday of the month from 9:00 – 11:00 am, October through May. Childcare is available at The church nursery and cost is $ 5.00 for one child or $ 7.00 for two or more. Pre-registration is requested, however walk-ins are welcomed.
Moms Together	Geneva	First Baptist Church of Geneva 3534 Kesslinger	630-232-7068	Support group for stay at home mothers of infants and preschool children meet to share and discuss their needs.	Meet 1st & 3rd Thursday except December from 9:15 – 11:15 am at the New church; $6 self, $8 self & 1 child, $10 self & 2 or more children; Childcare available; Scholarships available, let them know at registration.
Moms Together	Geneva	First Baptist Church of 2300 South St., Geneva	630-232-7068	Support group for stay at home mothers of infants and preschool children meet to share and discuss their needs.	Meet 1st Thursday except December from 7:00 pm at the old church; $6 self. Scholarships available, let them know at registration. No childcare.
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)	Geneva	Westminster Presbyterian Church 10 N. Edgelawn Dr.	630-896-5502	Mothers of preschool children meet to share their experiences and discuss their needs.	Meet 1st & 3rd Fridays from 9:00 – 11:15 am
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)	Sugar Grove	Village Bible Church Route 47 & Bliss Sugar Grove, IL	630-466-7198	Support group for mothers of young children, time of connect and share with other mothers, guest speaker every week, craft time and brunch.	Meets 2^nd & 4^th Friday from October through May, 9:15 –11:15 am; Free childcare Available; $ 19 Registration fee and $ 3 suggested meeting fee; scholarships and Fee waivers available by speaking to Coordinator. www.villagebible.org
Special Spiritual Connections http://spot4kids.com/mumsguide/support.html	Oswego	Debbie Wolski Cheri Hill	630-552-7774 630-554-2146	A Christian support group that connects parents and caregivers of special needs children and provides nourishment for the soul of those involved	Monthly at St. Anne's Church Parish on Boulder Hill Pass, Oswego