McLean County Support Groups

Rock Zoom

Contact: Angie Raymer (309) 661-6400 | Angie.Raymer@ccsiccu.com

Meetings: Ongoing- First and third Wednesday each month 4:30 PM

Description: Are you raising your grandchildren or other relatives? Are you feeling stressed, tired, alone, overwhelmed, and/or burnt out? ROCK support group meetings may be able to help! ROCK (Raising Our Children’s Kids) offers not only peer support, but resources in our communities, referrals to additional support, possible funding opportunities, and problem solving. If you feel you need a listening ear to validate what you’re going through as a caregiver, this support group may be for you! Caregiving is not easy and we’re here to help!

Caregiver Support Group

Contact: Angie Raymer  (309) 661-6400  |  Angie.Raymer@ccsiccu.com      

Meetings: Ongoing- Second Monday each month 12:00PM

Dewitt County Friendship Center
410 E. MAIN ST.
CLINTON, IL 61727

Description: Are you a current or past family caregiver? Are you feeling stressed, tired, alone, overwhelmed, and/or burnt out? Caregiver support group meetings may be able to help! Caregiver support groups offer not only peer support, but resources in our communities, referrals to additional support, possible funding opportunities, and problem solving. If you feel you need a listening ear to validate what you’re going through as a caregiver, this support group may be for you! Caregiving is not easy and we’re here to help!

Caregiver Support “Walk Down Memory Lane”

Meetings: Ongoing- First Tuesday each month 9:30AM

Description: Are you a current or past family caregiver? Are you feeling stressed, tired, alone, overwhelmed, and/or burnt out? Caregiver support group meetings may be able to help! Caregiver support groups offer not only peer support, but resources in our communities, referrals to additional support, possible funding opportunities, and problem solving. If you feel you need a listening ear to validate what you’re going through as a caregiver, this support group may be for you! Caregiving is not easy and we’re here to help!

Alcoholics Anonymous – Area 21

Contact: aaarea21.web@gmail.com

Description: non-profit fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other so that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.

Eligibility: Membership is open to anyone who wants to do something about his or her drinking problem.

Meetings: Call or go to website for meeting times and locations.

Fees: No fees.

Referral Procedures: By phone or website.

District 10 (Bloomington-Normal): (309) 828-7092

Accessibility: Fully Accessible

Alzheimer’s Disease

Contact:

Voice: (309) 662-8392

Toll-free 24/7: (800) 272-3900
Other Languages Helpline can accommodate Spanish, as well as 170 different languages

COVID-19: In-person meetings paused. Support groups available via phone or video.

Description: Support groups are available for families, caregivers and those in the early stages of the disease. Support groups are designed to be a place where participants can share their stories and receive information and encouragement in a confidential environment.

Eligibility: Caregivers, individuals living with Alzheimer’s and others dealing with the disease.

Referral Procedures: By phone or website.

Fees: No fees.

Site Hours: M-F, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Area Served: Champaign, Clark, Coles, Cumberland, DeWitt, Douglas, Edgar, Ford, Livingston, McLean, Moultrie, Piatt, Shelby, Vermilion, and Woodford counties.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Contact: (309) 661-9440   |   info@autismmclean.org

Description: The purpose of Autism McLean is to promote the general welfare of children and adults with autism and to provide support for their families; to support the education, vocational training, and recreation of those with autism; and to aid in the collection and dissemination of information. Autism McLean member benefits include voting privileges, discounts at participating businesses, family support, community outings, resources, playgroups, family events, grant opportunities, and day camps (ages 6-22) and social camps (age 23+).

Eligibility: No restrictions.

Referral Procedures: By phone, website.

Fees: Full-year membership: Individual $15; Family $25.

Volunteer Information: There are many volunteer opportunities for community events and fundraisers throughout the year. Call for more information.

Area Served: McLean County and surrounding area. Services: Disease/Disability Information for Autism Spectrum Disorder, Support Groups for Autism Spectrum Disorder

Bloomington/Normal Illinois Depression and Bipolar Disorder Support Group

Families/Friends of Mentally Ill, Support Groups for Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities

Contact:

211 N. School Street
First United Methodist Church
Normal, IL 61761

(309) 533-9796 | knitterlefty@gmail.com        

COVID-19: Meetings held virtually via DISCORD due to COVID-19. When safety restrictions are lifted, this site will provide information regarding meeting location.

Description: Offers a self-help group for adults with Depression & Bipolar Disorder. The purpose of the group is to offer a supportive place for people with Depression & Bipolar Disorder to gather on a regular basis for support & encouragement. Significant others are welcome. NOTE: this is not a therapy or counseling group.

Fees: No fee

Meetings: 1st & 3rd Tue, monthly, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm.

Additional Information: Local group also maintains a Facebook page which can be found by searching “Bloomington/Normal, Illinois Depression and Bipolar Support Group”.

Referral Procedures: By phone, e-mail, text.

Limitations: Minimum age – 18

Accessibility: Fully Accessible

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

COVID-19: Due to COVID-19, meetings are virtual via Zoom.

Description: Support group for adults who have obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).

• Also invites those who have symptoms of OCD but have not been formally diagnosed by a healthcare provider.
• This is not a counseling or therapy group.
• The group’s purpose is to provide support, encouragement, and sharing of resources between members.
• There is no requirement to attend every meeting.
• Although meetings are restricted to those with OCD or those with symptoms, any significant other may reach out to the group’s contact person for information.

Eligibility: Adults 18 and older with OCD or symptoms of OCD.

Contact may be reached during the following hours:

• By phone or text: Daily, 10:00 am – 7:00 pm.
• By email: 24/7.

Meetings: Every Friday, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Virtual via Zoom.

Referral Procedures: By phone, text, or email.

Fees: No fees.

Area Served: McLean and surrounding counties in Central Illinois.

Accessibility: Fully Accessible

Calvary United Methodist Church

Contact: (309) 452-5413 | info@connectwithcalvary.org

1700 N. Towanda Avenue | Normal, IL 61761

Services: Calvary is a Christian community providing support groups for disabilities and health conditions, Alcohol Use Disorder, Alzheimer’s Disease and bereaved individuals.

Meetings: Calvary offers the following Support Groups:

• Alcoholics Anonymous – Sun, 7:00 pm, Room 111.
• Alzheimer’s Support Group – For caregivers or concerned others – Tue, 7:00 pm, Room L1. Contacts: Mary Sanko, (309) 963-2046 and Lurinda Venezia, (309) 663-6605.
• Faith Matters – Group for adults with acquired disabilities and/or chronic medical conditions that limit participation in many life and church activities – every other Thu, 10:00 am. Contact Nancy Littell, (309) 963-4776.
• Grief Share – Support group for those dealing with grief after the loss of a loved one. Meets Tuesday evenings, on and off throughout the year. Contact office for more information.

*Not all groups meet weekly. Contact the group leader or church for details.

Eligibility: No restrictions.

Fees: No fees.

Referral Procedures: By phone.

Office Hours: Mon-Thu, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.

Area Served: McLean County.

Accessibility: Fully Accessible

Cedar Lake Fellowship

401 E. Empire Street | Bloomington, IL 61704 |

Contact: (309) 829-8811

Description: Cedar Lake Fellowship is a meeting hall for many 12-step meetings: AA, NA, CA, etc. Call or check the website for current meeting days and times.

Fees: Membership dues are $5.00 per month, or $60.00 for an entire year.

Services: Support Groups for Substance Use Disorders

Evangelical Free Church

2910 E. Lincoln Street | Bloomington, IL 61704 |

Contact: (309) 663-6534

Description: Evangelical Free Church offers a number of supportive, Christian-oriented peer-to-peer small groups for empty nesters, parents of teens, men, women, seniors, young families, young adults, singles.

Eligibility: No restrictions.

Fees: No fees.

Referral Procedures: By phone, email, website.

Site Hours: Mon-Thu, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. Fri, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.

Grief Support Group – OSF

OSF Homecare Services | 211 N. Landmark Drive, Suite D3 | Normal, IL 61761 |

Contact:

Phone: (309) 451-5925            Fax: (309) 451-8278

COVID-19: Currently unable to have group at this time because of COVID-19 precautions. Please call Stephanie Robinson for updates and individual counseling support at this time at 309-451-5925. (Sept. 2020)

Description: For persons who have experienced the recent death of a loved one, who need support and understanding.

Meetings: Bloomington-Normal Group: 1st & 3rd Tue, 4:00 pm, OSF Homecare Services Office, 211 N. Landmark Dr., Suite D3, Normal.

Fees: No fees.

Referral Procedures: By phone, walk-in.

McLean County Center for Human Services, Inc.

108 W. Market Street | Bloomington, IL 61701

Contact: (309) 827-5351 

Description: Virtual Support Groups Related to Coronavirus. For those who are:

• Dealing with Coronavirus: Loss of a Loved One or Friend.
• Surviving the Coronavirus: Impact on Self, Family and Friends if You Tested Positive.
• Coping with Coronavirus: The Stress of It All.

Eligibility: No restrictions.

Meetings: Call for more information on dates and times.

Fees: No fees.

Referral Procedures: By phone.

• Please identify that you are interested in the COVID Support Groups.

Area Served: McLean County.

Site Hours: Mon-Thu, 8:00 am – 4:45 pm | Fri, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm.

Accessibility: Fully Accessible

NAMI Mid Central Illinois

Contact: (309) 336-7396  | namimidcentralil@gmail.com  

COVID-19: Services Online.

Fees: No fees.

Referral Procedures: By phone, website, email, or walk-in.

Site Hours: M-F, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.

Area Served: McLean and Livingston counties.

Accessibility: Fully Accessible

Services: Support Groups for Families/Friends of Mentally Ill, Support Groups for LGBTQ+ Individuals, Support Groups for Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities

Eligibility: No restrictions.

Prairie Pride Coalition

LGBTQ+ Support Group | Bloomington, IL 61701

Contact: (309) 827-4005 – PATH answers for Prairie Pride Coalition

Description: Support group offering a safe, affirming space where participants can openly discuss any circumstances that may be disrupting their quality of life, i.e., process addictions, substance use, mental health, etc. To join the meeting, go to https://bluejeans.com/144490371?src=calendarLink       

Eligibility: Adults, 18+ that identify as LGBTQ+.

Area Served: Dewitt, Livingston and McLean counties.

Meetings: Every Thurs, 6:00 pm, online meeting.

Fees: No fees.

Referral Procedures: By phone.

Stroke/Brain Injury Support Group

Bloomington, IL 61701

Contact: Chris Donnan (217) 935-8789 | Jackie Smith (217) 935-5476      

COVID-19: Not currently meeting.

Description: The Stroke/Brain Injury Support Group meets once a month. The group seeks to establish and nurture a community of stroke and brain injury survivors, caregivers, and family members. Meetings consist of informational presentations by local healthcare providers on a variety of options and resources available to survivors. Coupled with group discussions on individual experiences and obstacles, topics are open for those who wish to share their stories with others. Immediate support for survivors and caregivers from experienced volunteers is also available during the meeting.

Eligibility: Stroke and brain injury survivors, caregivers, and family members.

Additional Information: Group undergoing some re-organization. Hopes to resume services soon, but call for more up-to-date information.

Referral Procedures: By phone.

Fees: No fees.