Support Groups at DeKalb Medical
Over a dozen free support groups meet at DeKalb Medical on a regular basis. Click on a group below for more information including contact numbers, dates of meetings and location.
Baby Talk - Breastfeeding
Cancer Survival
Diabetes
Surgical Weight Loss
Veteran's Surgical Weight Loss
Stroke Club
Gamblers’ Anonymous
Grief Group (anyone who has lost a loved one)
Hope & Healing Service (an ecumenical service)
Look Good...Feel Better (women coping with side effects of cancer treatment)
New Parents Support Group
Nicotine Anonymous (12-step program)
Return to Wellness Exercise Class (cancer survivors)
Sisters by Choice (individuals diagnosed with breast cancer and their families)
The Tree House Gang (children ages 5-17, who have a family member with cancer)
Baby Talk - Breastfeeding Support Group
Dr. Bobbie Bailey Tower: 3040 Classroom
2701 North Decatur Rd.
Decatur, GA 30033
A weekly mother-to-mother support group facilitated by a certified lactation consultant. This amazing group has been in existence for over 10 years, supporting and empowering each other in being a breastfeeding mom. Baby weight checks are also available. FEE Free DAY TH TIME 11 a.m.-noon LOCATION The Dr. Bobbie Bailey Tower room 3040 INFO 404.501.WELL
Cancer Survival/Support Groups
DeKalb Medical
2701 North Decatur Road
Decatur, GA 30033
Learn survival and coping skills, relaxation techniques, meditation and imaging, and how to deal with fear.
FEE Free INFO 404.501.5701
Diabetes Workshop
DeKalb Medical
2701 North Decatur Road
Decatur, GA 30033
Workshops are available at the North Decatur and Hillandale campuses. Contact: Diabetes Education at 404.501.1790 for more information.
Surgical Weight Loss Support Group
DeKalb Medical Stubbs Auditorium
2665 North Decatur Road
Decatur, GA 30030
Led by a psychologist, this group is for weight loss surgery patients, family, friends and anyone considering weight loss surgery.
FEE Free DAY 3rd W and last M of each month TIME 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. LOCATION Stubbs Auditorium INFO 404.501.7081
Veteran's Surgical Weight Loss Support Group
For weight-loss surgery patients who are at least 12 months post-op, and their family and friends. FEE Free DAY 3rd M of each month TIME 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. LOCATION Stubbs Auditorium INFO 404.501.7081
Stroke Club
DeKalb Medical
2701 North Decatur Road
Decatur, GA 30033
This free support group is open to all stroke survivors, their families and friends. We meet at DeKalb Medical - North Decatur Campus in the Cafeteria Board Room, on the ground floor next to the cafeteria exit.
FEE Free DAY 1st SA of each month, except July and Dec. TIME 1:30 p.m. INFO 404.501.WELL
Gamblers Anonymous
DeKalb Medical
2701 North Decatur Road
Decatur, GA 30033
Contact: 404.237.7281 for more information.
Grief Group
The Grief Group meets once a quarter and deals with the different stages of grief, helping people to navigate the emotional roller coaster brought on by losing a loved one. The group is open to anyone who has experienced loss.
FEE Free DAY Thursday TIME 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. INFO 404.501.5701
Hope & Healing Service
DeKalb Medical
2701 North Decatur Road
Decatur, GA 30033
An ecumenical service with inspirational readings, prayer and messages of hope and healing led by the Pastoral Services Department.
FEE Free DAY 2nd T of each month TIME 6 p.m. INFO 404.501.5701
Look Good...Feel Better
C. B. Eberhart Cancer Center
2665 N. Decatur Road
Decatur, GA 30033
Helps women cope with side effects of cancer treatment and feel more comfortable with changes in their appearance. Offered the third Thursday of each month. A complimentary pretty red bag filled with brand name cosmetic products, expert tips and advice by a beauty expert and access to the free wig and scarves collection of the cancer center is included in the free session.
INFO 404.501.5701 for your reservation. FEE Free DAY 3rd TH of each month TIME 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
New Parents Support Group
The Dr. Bobbie Bailey Tower, CR 4040
2701 N. Decatur Road
Atlanta, GA 30330
This support group for parents and babies covers topics pertinent to the new parent. Held at The Dr. Bobbie Bailey Women's Center. When: Thursdays, 10 a.m.-11 a.m., parents of newborns and infants up to 6 months old; 11 a.m. - noon, parents with infants ages 6 months to 1 year. Meet in the Women's Center 4th floor classroom. FEE FREE. No registration required.
Nicotine Anonymous
DeKalb Medical
2701 North Decatur Road
Decatur, GA 30033
This is a 12-step program to help you quit nicotine and to provide ongoing support. No registration required.
FEE Free DAY Every Friday TIME 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. INFO 404.244.8444 (Nicotine Anonymous Hotline)
Return to Wellness Exercise Class
Innovative exercise program for cancer survivors who have completed their treatments and want to take an active role in their physical recovery. Eight-week sessions meet weekly and last one hour. INFO 404.501.5701 to sign up.
FEE Free DAY Every Wednesday TIME 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Sisters by Choice
DeKalb Medical at Hillandale
5910 Hillandale Drive
Lithonia, GA 30058
A network support group that provides helpful resources, information and counsel to individuals diagnosed with breast cancer and their families. Meets the last Thursday in the month at the community conference room.
Location: DeKalb Medical @ Hillandale
Time: 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Facilitator: Ernie McMilan
The Tree House Gang
DeKalb Medical
2701 North Decatur Road
Decatur, GA 30033
A quarterly support group for children ages 5-17, who have a parent or other family member with cancer. Activities to help children understand and better deal with a cancer diagnosis in their family, includes a fun tour of the hospital, play and art activities.
FEE Free DATE Call for dates LOCATION The Cancer Center INFO 404.501.5701
Immediately after the The Tree House Gang at 6:15 p.m., there is a grief group for children who have lost a parent to cancer.