Sharing experiences, challenges, talking about fears and celebrating triumphs; all are a vital part of the healing process. Riverside encourages patients and their friends and families to seek the support of those in similar circumstances who can provide a helpful hand, a listening ear or a contagious laugh. We facilitate monthly support group meetings where educational materials are provided, and often, one of our physicians will share new health information. Research shows that support groups can reduce anxiety and its negative effects on overall patient health.
If you want to join one of our support groups or you want to start a support group of your own, please contact us.
Peninsula Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
Provides an ongoing opportunity for those whose lives are directly or indirectly affected by this disease, to talk about concerns, triumphs and share experiences. Information is exchanged and coping strategies as well as research and treatment options are discussed monthly by a Riverside physician.
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4th Wednesday of each month, 7:00 p.m.
NeuroScience Conference Room
Riverside Medical Office Building
12200 Warwick Blvd.
Newport News, Virginia 23606
(757) 875-7880 |
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
Topics of discussion include helpful resources and coping strategies, life planning tools, caregiver issues and tips on dealing with the emotional ups and downs that affect lives and families of patients with MS. It also includes the sharing of educational and health related information by Riverside medical professionals.
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4th Tuesday of every month, 5:30 p.m.
Neuroscience Conference Room
Riverside Medical Office Building.
12200 Warwick Blvd.
Newport News, Virginia 23606
(757) 875-7880 |
Virginia Peninsula Stroke Club
This support group is designed to offer encouragement, networking, fellowship and educational resources to those whose lives have been affected by a stroke. Stroke survivors, family members, caregivers and other interested parties are welcome to attend.
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1st Wednesday of each month, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Riverside Rehabilitation Institute
245 Chesapeake Avenue
Newport News, Virginia 23607
(757) 928-8327 or woodie.rea@rivhs.com |
Brain Injury Support Group
For individuals who have suffered a brain injury, this support group emphasizes the social, emotional and psychological aspects of the brain injury recovery process.
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Every Wednesday, 3:30 to 4:30PM
Riverside Rehabilitation Institute
245 Chesapeake Avenue
Newport News, Virginia 23607
(757) 928-8327 or woodie.rea@rivhs.com |
Cognitive Communication Group
Stroke and brain injury survivors are aided in this support group setting by continuing education and recommended community services that may be beneficial during the recovery process.
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Last Wednesday of each, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Riverside Rehabilitation Institute
245 Chesapeake Avenue
Newport News, Virginia 23607
(757) 928-8050 |
