Our commitment to the health of our community extends beyond providing quality health care services. As good neighbors, Houston Northwest Medical Center offers classroom space to several local support groups.
For more information about each of these groups, please contact the support group facilitator.
BARIATRIC SUPPORT GROUP (Surgical Weight Loss)
Visit www.Well-Beginnings.com for a complete listing.
Call Nicole Horvath, RN at 281-716-1028 for more information.
CANCER INTERACTION (DIALOGUE) GROUP
Date: Thursdays
Time: 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Women's Atrium Boardroom
For cancer patients, their families and friends, this long-standing support group, in conjunction with the American Cancer Society, provides an opportunity to learn about cancer and share related problems in a warm, caring atmosphere. For information, please call Deanna Spencer at 281-537-2268 or Celina Monks at 713-240-3680.
CARE, SHARE AND BE AWARE BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Date: Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Share learning experience and give emotional support in aspects of breast cancer. Different speakers covering different topics lead the group each month.
For more information call 281-440-2862 or 281-397-2952.
DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP
The Diabetes Support Group meets every 3rd Thursday of each month January – November from 7 pm – 8:30 pm in the Cardiac Rehabilitation department. We are located in the main hallway inside the front entrance of the hospital.
The remaining meetings for 2012 are Thursday, October 18th and Thursday, November 15th.
Call 281-440-2266 with questions. This is a complimentary community service. Guests are welcome.
MENDED HEARTS
Date: Meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Northwest Professional Building, Classroom A
Address: 17117 Cali Road
FREE
Call Ed Howze at 281-893-6361 for more information.
The Mended Hearts is a free support group for heart patients and their families. You'll learn about reconditioning your heart through exercise, diet and lifestyle changes.
UNITED OSTOMY ASSOCIATION
Date: The Tuesday after the 3rd Monday of each month
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Call Pat Thompson RN BSN, ET at 281-397-2799 for more information.