Grief Group (H.U.G.S)
1st & 3rd Sunday, 11:30 AM, Room 312
Support Groups
In the midst of hardship or grief, support groups can be a key way to find comfort, understanding, and hope in the company of others who are on a similar journey.
+ “Healing Under Grief Support” (HUGS) is specifically for those in our congregation and community who have lost a spouse. This is not a time of counseling or therapy but a time to be companions with others also experiencing the difficult loss of a spouse or soul-mate. The group is led by Marsha Hutchinson, a retired minister from the United Methodist Church, who has been involved with grief groups for most of her ministry.
This group meets on the first and third Sunday of each month at 11:30 a.m. in Room 312. Advanced registration is not required, but please contact Ashley McNamara to receive future group communications.
Contact:
Ashley McNamara
Coordinator for Pastoral Care and Funerals
(317) 726-5413
AMcNamara@SecondChurch.org+ Parkinson's Support Group
1st & 3rd Wednesday, 11 AM, Room 112
The Second Presbyterian Parkinson’s group began many years ago, and participants named the group, “Sticks,” because many sticks bundled together are stronger than one! The bundle of companions experiencing Parkinsons, as patients or as caregivers, is key to developing meaningful relationships with others who share the journey. The Sticks group is open to anyone interested in joining a supportive extended family that wants to help normalize life with shared challenges. The group is led by Marsha Hutchinson, a retired minister from the United Methodist Church, who has been involved with support groups for most of her ministry.
This group meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 11:00 a.m. in Room 112.
Contact:
Ashley McNamara
Coordinator for Pastoral Care and Funerals
(317) 726-5413
AMcNamara@SecondChurch.org+ 
Caring for Aging Parents
2nd Monday, 6:30 PM, Room 112
Many of us know the unique challenge of caring for aging parents while also caring for our own children or navigating full-time work or other daily demands. Our new Caring for Aging Parents Support Group will provide a space for community and solidarity for those who want to gather with others who ‘get it.’ Time will be spent in discussion and mutual support and there will be occasional opportunities to learn from local leaders with expertise in navigating elder care and related challenges. Led by Second member, Ellen Gullett, this group is open to members of the church and the wider Indianapolis community.
For more information, please contact Rev. Madison VanVeelen.
+ Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregiver Support Group
3rd Wednesday, 1:30-3 PM, Room 112
This support group is for caregivers of those affected by Alzheimer's and dementia. Members of the church and the community are welcome to gather for mutual support, accompaniment, and sharing of resources relevant to Alzheimer's and dementia. Further support and resources are available through the Alzheimer's Association and through Second's Care Ministries.
This official Alzheimer's Association group is led by Jen Knebel, a member of Second, ordained Presbyterian Elder, and trained Alzheimer's Association group facilitator.
The group meets on the third Wednesday of each month from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in Room 112. Interested individuals may attend at any time. Visit the Alzheimer's Association website for more information.
To connect with Jen directly or for further information about support available through Second's Care Ministries, please contact Ashley Elskus, coordinator of pastoral care, at (317) 726-5413 or AMcNamara@SecondChurch.org.
Contact:
Ashley McNamara
Coordinator for Pastoral Care and Funerals
(317) 726-5413
AMcNamara@SecondChurch.org+ 
Fertility, Pregnancy, and Infant Loss Support Group
4th Tuesday, 7-8:30 PM, Room 312