Support Groups

Last updated: 06/20/2008

If you are interested in joining a support group, you may contact the support group directly, or you may check our Calendar of Events to look up the current schedule for the support group you are interested in.

Childbirth-Related Support Groups

Baby Care Class

General baby care, feeding, bathing and safety tips are reviewed for parents-to-be and grandparents-to-be.
Phone: (304) 526-BABY

Breastfeeding Class

Certified lactation consultants teach our breastfeeding class.
Phone: (304) 526-2238

Childbirth Class

Choose a five-week evening course or an all-day Saturday course. There is a fee for this class.
Phone: (304) 526-BABY

Infant CPR Class

Parents/grandparents-to-be are welcome and will receive a certificate of attendance.
Phone: (304) 526-BABY

Parents-To-Be Tour

For a tour of Cabell Huntington Hospital?s Mother/Baby Suites and Nursery.
Phone: (304) 526-BABY

Sibling Classes

Future big brothers and sisters tour the maternity floor, watch a videotape about sibling rivalry and learn to care for the new baby. Bring a baby doll to practice holding, feeding and diapering. Call for information about the next class.
Phone: (304) 526-BABY

Other Support Groups

Bariatric Support Group

Open to people who have had weight-loss surgery or who are considering it. No reservation required. Check here (link to schedule page) for dates.
Phone: (304) 526-3545

Breast Cancer Support Group

Sisters of HOPE (Helping Other People Endure) is a breast cancer support group that meets at 5:30 p.m. the third Monday of every month in the learning center of the Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center on the campus of Cabell Huntington Hospital.
Phone: (304)526-2443

Diabetes Support Group

For patients and family members, includes speakers, education and refreshments.
Phone: (304) 691-1660

Gynecologic Cancer Support Group

Sharing is for Tri-State women who have been diagnosed with gynecologic cancers. It meets at 5:30 p.m. the first Monday of each month in the learning center of the Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center on the campus of Cabell Huntington Hospital.
Phone: (304) 526-2443

Pre-Dialysis Education

For those who have been diagnosed with kidney disease requiring dialysis, CHH's Dialysis Center offers a pre-dialysis education program.
Phone: (304) 526-4584

SeniorWise

SeniorWise is a free membership program that promotes physical and financial well-being for people over 55. Group members enjoy activities, trips, screenings, seminars and discounts. Find out more.