Johnson – Page 3 – Support Groups in Kansas

Crohn’s & Colitis Support Group – Overland Park

Support for those affected by Crohn’s Disease or Ulcerative Colitis, and their caregivers.

KCCAT – Specializing In OCD, Anxiety, Mood, And Stress-Related Health Challenges For All Ages

Help find the information and ways to help support while learning how to manage you own response to their illness. Please RSVP prior to attending.

Safe Home: Domestic Violence Agency – Johnson County

Support for adults who are or have been in abusive relationships. SAFEHOME’s mission is to break the cycle of domestic violence and partner abuse for victims and their children by providing shelter, advocacy, counseling, and prevention education in our community.

Suicide Awareness Survivor’s Support

SASS unites survivors of suicide (family, friends, etc.) by organizing community support groups throughout the MOKAN metropolitan area. These support groups are peer led and open to anyone grieving from the death of a suicide.

Down Syndrome Innovations

The Down Syndrome Guild of Greater Kansas City is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to provide support and resources for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the professionals who serve them. DSG seeks to provide the entire community with information and education to broaden awareness and foster positive attitudes regarding people with

Turning Point – The University of Kansas Health System

This organization hosts a variety of psychosocial session to empower and transform the mind, body, and spirit of individuals, families, and friends living with serious or chronic physical illness. Check website or call for current groups.

Families Anonymous

A 12-step fellowship for the families and friends who have known a feeling of desperation concerning the destructive behavior of someone very near to them, whether caused by drugs, alcohol, or related behavioral problems.

FullCircle Ministries

Parent and Teen Groups. Ministry serving families with teens and young adults struggling with a range of issues that can be challenging the very foundation of any household. Issues may include substance abuse, addictions such as gambling, pornography, depression, promiscuity, or eating disorders.

Grief Support Network

Visit website to find support groups

Kansas City Hospice & Pallative Care

Support for those who have lost a loved one, even if that loved one was not receiving hospice services from KC Hospice. Most groups are free, but pre-registration is required.