Support Groups at Marianjoy
These support groups are provided at no cost to the participants as a service to the community by Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital in Wheaton, Illinois. All groups meet at Marianjoy Rehabilitaiton Hospital unless otherwise noted.
Amputee Support Group
The Amputee Support Group meets one Tuesday every other month from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. For more information, please call Marya Kapadvanjwala at (630) 909-8410. This group provides a supportive setting for educational opportunities for amputees, as well as for social contacts and events.
Caregiver's Seminar for Families of Marianjoy Inpatients
This group provides support for families new to care-giving. Learn helpful hints, suggestions and resources for empowerment, as well as how to build a team of helpers and a strong support system. The group meets one Sunday each month at 2:00 p.m. For more information, call (630) 909-8909.
Chronic Pain Support Group
The Chronic Pain Support Group meets the first Thursday of every month from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. at the Marianjoy Oakbrook Terrace facility. This group is for individuals living with chronic pain who are looking for support and who are willing to provide support to others, and is attended by individuals diagnosed with a variety of pain conditions such as fibromyalgia, arthritis and joint dysfunction, back pain, and chronic headaches. For more information, call Dr. Angelique Strand at (630) 268-7536.
Connections—Teen and Young Adult Brain Injury Support Group
This support group for teens and young adults with brain injury meets the first Wednesday of every month from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. For more information, call Rima Birutis or Amy Grant at (630) 909-6360.
Guillain-Barré Support Group
This group provides speakers on the latest research, treatment and medications for those with Guillain-Barré. The Guillain-Barré support group meets quarterly on a Sunday at 1:30 p.m. For more information on this group, call Charlean Eggert at (630) 279-8122.
High Hopes Brain Injury Support Group
This group provides an opportunity for support and discussion for people who have had a brain injury and their loved ones. Education is provided regarding aspects of living with brain injury and avenues for coping with stress. Socialization is also an important aspect of this group. The High Hopes Brain Injury Support Group for adults meets the second Tuesday of every month from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. For more information, call Dr. Nancy Devereux at (630) 909-8607. This group does not meet in February.
Lymphedema Support Group
At this time, there is currently no support group formed for Lymphedema. However, if you are interested in becoming part of a support group at Marianjoy specific to Lymphedema, please email Cindy Rechenmacher at crechenmacher@marianjoy.org or call her at 630-909-6050. When several people are interested, a group will begin.
Stroke and Aphasia Support Group
This group provides speakers who offer education via socialization and support so that life continues with joy and happiness. They meet the first Tuesday of every month, except in January and August, from 4:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. For more information, please contact Sasha Gasich at (630) 909-8410. This group does not meet in February.
