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| Website | http://www.aktionclub.org/Home.aspx |
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| Description | Aktion Club is a service leadership program of Kiwanis International for adults living with disabilities |
| Year Established | 2008 |
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| Website | https://indiana-al-anon.org |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.166267,-86.52943 |zoom=15|center= 39.166267,-86.52943 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map] AL-ANON is a fellowship of men, women and children whose lives have been affected by the drinking of a family member or friend. |
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| Website | https://area23aa.org/district-10 |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.165852,-86.531736 |zoom=15|center= 39.165852,-86.531736 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map]
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. |
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| Website | https://alloptionsprc.org |
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| Description | At All-Options we provide Hoosiers with open-hearted support across all of their pregnancy and parenting turning points by providing free pregnancy tests and peer counseling, materials support like diapers and baby clothes and referrals to all kinds of community services. We know that every individual’s and family’s reality is different, and we trust and support people through every pregnancy and parenting turning point. Whether you need support for unplanned pregnancy, miscarriage, infertility, abortion, adoption, or parenting, All-Options is here for you. All-Options is secular, client-centered, and all services are free of charge.
All-Options Pregnancy Resource Center is a program of Backline, a national nonprofit organization that has been creating space for people to find unconditional and judgment-free support since 2004. |
| Incorporation Status | Exempt |
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| Website | http://www.amethysthouse.org/ |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.173030, -86.533968 |zoom=15|center=39.173030, -86.533968 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map] Amethyst House, Inc., is a Bloomington, Indiana, based not-for-profit United Way agency that provides high quality, structured living environments, treatment, education and recovery services to individuals with addictions and substance abuse issues. |
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| Website | http://www.autism-society.org/ |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 38.995604, -77.047836 |zoom=15|center= 38.995604, -77.047836 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map]
The Autism Society, the nation's leading grassroots autism organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism. We do this by increasing public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy. |
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| Website | https://iuhealth.org/in-the-community/south-central-region/tobacco-cessation |
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| Description | Beat Tobacco is a smoking cessation program led and sponsored by IU Health Bloomington Hospital, designed to educate and support you in your decision to be tobacco free. The classes are taught by Monroe County Tobacco Coalition educators from IU Health Bloomington Hospital, Monroe County Health Department and Volunteers in Medicine who have received training on how to help people quit tobacco. They understand the struggles and side effects of tobacco cessation and have an extended knowledge base to give you options on how to successfully quit. These classes are free and no reservation is required. |
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| Website | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087256417324 |
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| Description | What we are: An informal group for divorcing, separating, or divorced individuals residing in the Bloomington, Indiana area who are looking for support while navigating their new circumstances. While our individual stories differ they all involve the ending of serious relationships initially entered into with the belief that they would last a lifetime. We gather to support one another at weekly meetings where we share our feelings, concerns, and experiences with other members who are facing similar issues of adjustment. Participants are expected to be willing and able to meet in person on a fairly regular basis. LGBTQIA - friendly. What we are not:
The group currently meets weekly from 6 - 8 p.m. on Monday evenings. For information regarding meetings please email: b-town-divsup [at] googlegroups.com |
| Year Established | 2022 |
| Incorporation Status | Unincorporated |
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| Website | https://iuhealth.org/in-the-community/south-central-region/alzheimers-resource-services |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.161906,-86.534923 |zoom=15|center=39.161906,-86.534923 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map] This group provides information, sharing and support for families and caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease, other dementias, or stroke. Meetings are flexible and informal; drop-ins are welcome. |
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| Website | https://cwmhope.org/locations/bloomington-center-for-women-s-ministries |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.173288,-86.533579 |zoom=15|center= 39.173288,-86.533579 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map]
The International Center for Women's Ministries, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering free, Christ-centered counseling to women in need. To learn more about us and to see how you can be a part of our organization, please explore our site using the links to the left. We are located in Bloomington, Indiana, and host many centers around the country. Locate the one nearest you from our list of local centers. We'd love to hear from you. |
| Incorporation Status | Incorporated |
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| Website | https://centerstone.org/locations/indiana/ |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.159990,-86.538174 |zoom=15|center= 39.159990,-86.538174 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=small |type=Map] Centerstone is the nation’s largest not-for-profit provider of community-based behavioral healthcare, offering a full range of mental health services, substance abuse treatment and educational services in Indiana and Tennessee. In 2011, we served 74,000 individuals and families. We seek to prevent and cure mental illness and addiction. Centerstone provides a variety of services and meetings, please visit the website to view options. |
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| Website | https://centerstone.org/ |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.159990,-86.538174 |zoom=15|center= 39.159990,-86.538174 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map] Addictions pod: 337-2268 Program for people who are chemically dependant on alcohol and/or drugs. Fees are arranged on a sliding scale, dependent upon income, for those in need of financial assistance. Accepts insurance, medicaid and medicare. |
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| Website | https://centerstone.org/locations/indiana/facilities/centerstone-recovery-engagement-center/ |
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| Description | Recovery Engagement Center (REC) is a low barrier community center for someone who is seeking recovery. It is intended to be a walk-in center, in the community, that is warm, welcoming and non-threatening. An individual who needs to find resources, help, or just a cup of coffee can drop in and feel welcome. The goal of a REC is to be a hub for recovery and to serve as a clearing house for recovery resources for the community. This is a place where faith-based providers can have events, 12-step meetings can occur, treatment referrals can be made, and so forth. The Recovery Engagement Center is a community center that provides recovery classes, recovery coaching, 12-step meetings, volunteer opportunities, computers with internet, a Friday community lunch, and special recovery events. We strive to help those seeking recovery to regain a sense of hope and possibility from their addiction. Ages 18 and older. |
| Year Established | 2015 |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.169083,-86.535189 |zoom=15|center=39.169083,-86.535189 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map]
An educational program for parents and other interested persons who want to minimize the impact of divorce on children. All persons who divorce in Monroe County and have underage children are required to attend this program. After attending the seminar, participants receive a certificate and their attendance will be confirmed in court. Each parent should schedule the class within 30 days of filing for divorce.
Client Registration - 877-840-2673/317-722-8201 |
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| Website | https://debtorsanonymous.org |
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| Description | Debtors Anonymous offers hope for those whose debting causes suffering in their lives & the lives of others. 500+ weekly meetings in 9 countries. The group meets Sundays from 5:30 p.m.to 7:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, Room 27. Entrance is from the downstairs Lincoln Street Entrance. For those needing handicapped accessibility please call Sue at 812-345-4445 and leave a message. |
| Year Established | 1971 |
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| Website | https://glada.org |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.167935, -86.53146 |zoom=15|center= 39.167935,-86.53146 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map]
A self help 12 step program similar to Alcoholics Anonymous, for people with debt and spending problems. |
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| Website | https://www.divorcecare.org/ |
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| Description | DivorceCare is designed to give you spiritual help that will heal and transform your life. Meets Mondays at 7:00pm in G150-152 and you are welcome to join at any time. |
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| Website | http://lllofindiana.org/find-a-group/bloomington/ |
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| Description | The mission is to help mothers worldwide to breastfeed through mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information and education, and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and the mother. Evening Meetings are held on the first Thursday of the month (no evening meeting in January and July) at 7:00 p.m., at Bloomington Area Birth Services, 2458 South Walnut Street (NW corner of Walnut & Country Club/Winslow). Morning meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. at the First United Church, Room #1, 2420 East Third Street (SW corner of E. 3rd St. & S. Woodcrest Ave.) |
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| Website | https://lgbtq.indiana.edu/programs-services/index.html |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.168775,-86.525253 |zoom=15|center= 39.168775,-86.525253 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map] A Welcoming PlaceDiversity and multiculturalism show the true strength of a campus community. Indiana University is a leader among U.S. colleges and universities for its policies, programs, and practices toward LGBTQ+ students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Through the LGBTQ+ Culture Center, students will find a safe and welcoming learning environment that provides resources and support to help students successfully reach their educational goals. The Center, which is a program of the Office of the Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Multicultural Affairs (OVPDEMA), works in partnership with other diversity efforts on campus.
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| Website | https://learninbloomington.blogspot.com/ |
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| Description | LEARN is a group of Indiana homeschooling families from Bloomington, Monroe County, and the surrounding area. The network is diverse and inclusive; many political backgrounds, educational philosophies, and religious views are represented, and all are welcome. We are also committed to providing information for the broader community about homeschooling in Indiana. |
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| Website | https://mkpusa.org/ |
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| Description | A diverse, vital and potent community of men committed to empowering men to live from a place of integrity, authenticity and service. |
| Year Established | 2022 |
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| Website | https://caresboardofmonroe.wixsite.com/mysite |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.163442,-86.534536 |zoom=15|center= 39.163442,-86.534536 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map]
Local coordinating council of the Governor's Commission for a Drug-Free Indiana. Looks at resources and gaps in the community in relation to drug and alcohol issues. |
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| Website | http://bloomington.in.gov/sections/viewSection.php?section_id=593 |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.159990,-86.538174 |zoom=15|center=39.159990,-86.538174 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map] The Monroe County Suicide Prevention Coalition of dedicated to understanding and preventing suicide through research, education and advocacy, and to reaching out to people at risk and those impacted by suicide. |
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| Website | https://www.nami.org/Local-NAMI/Details?state=IN&local=0011Q000022GAMwQAO |
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| Description | The purpose of NAMI Greater Bloomington Area is: To provide emotional support, education, and advocacy for persons with mental illness, their families, and friends- To promote better quality of care, rights, and interests of citizens with mental illness, particularly of those who cannot speak for themselves- To advocate policies at the local, state, and national levels to accomplish these objectives. |
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| Website | http://www.naindiana.org/ShowArea.php?iRegionID=9 |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.166893,-86.531941 |zoom=15|center= 39.166893,-86.531941 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map]
To support recovering addicts; requires complete abstinence for all. For local information call 812-331-9767 or call national Narcotics Anonymous Help line for meeting information (818) 773-9999. |
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| Website | https://oa.org |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.161329,-86.512875 |zoom=15|center= 39.161329,-86.512875 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map]
OA is a fellowship of men and women who help each other arrest their disease of compulsive overeating one day at a time. Our primary purpose is to abstain from compulsive overeating and to carry this message of recovery to those who still suffer. |
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| Website | http://www.paaci.org |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.896145,-86.049386 |zoom=15|center=39.896145,-86.049386 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map] The mission of the PAACI is to be a major source of information and education about Parkinson's Disease and a strong advocate for improvement of services, quality of care, and research support for Parkinsonians in Indiana. We meet on the first and third Mondays of each month. First Monday is for people with PD and their care partners: 2pm at UU church. |
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| Website | https://centerstone.org/ |
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| Description | HOPE is designed to alleviate the cycle of recidivism by reducing the challenges ex-offenders face. The purpose of HOPE is to apply evidence based practices to provide services and supports that empower ex-offenders to identify and initiate a career path, achieve a recognized certificate or degree, and secure and retain employment in their chosen occupations. Through mentoring and peer support groups, participants will build a social network to help them navigate the complex challenges of returning to their communities, including reuniting with family and obtaining stable housing, physical/mental healthcare, substance abuse treatment etc... Project staff will provide wrap around services to help participants overcome barriers to completing training and securing employment. |
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| Website | https://sardaa.org |
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| Description | [gmap markers=orange:: 39.168025,-86.540101 |zoom=15|center= 39.168025,-86.540101 |width=100% !important |height=100% !important |control=Small |type=Map] Free and confidential support group for people with Schizophrenia. Meets second and fourth Thursday at 7:00 pm at the Fairview United Methodist Church. |
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| Website | http://www.insccap.org/pages/thrivingconnections |
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| Description | SCCAP Thriving Connections builds on the power of relationships to bring people together for change. A local Guiding Coalition provides the framework to increase the emotional and financial stability of participating families and reduce their use of welfare benefits. Just as importantly, SCCAP Thriving Connections brings the experience of poverty into the hearts and minds of community members and leaders, taking us one step closer to a national commitment to end poverty. |
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