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AL–ANON ODAAT offers experience, strength and hope to those who struggle with a loved one’s addiction to alcohol or drugs. The group meets at 2109 W. Parker Rd., Ste 278. Call 214.559.8724.

Allen–Frisco–Plano Autism Spectrum Parent Group provides resources for parents of children with autism and related developmental disabilities. They typically meet the third Tuesday from 7–9 p.m. and host events on the weekends. Visit afpautismgroup.org.

Alzheimer’s Support Groups:

Horizon Bay at Plano Assisted Living and Memory Care meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at 3000 Midway Rd. in Plano. Call 972.473.7400.

Geriatric Wellness Center of Collin County holds a caregiver support group that meets from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month at the Plano Senior Center. Call 972.941.7335 or visit gwccc.org.

Silverado Senior Living-Plano is a support group for caregivers and meets from 6–7 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of the month at 5521 Village Creek Dr. in Plano. Free care is provided for your loved one while you attend. Call 972.447.0038 or visit silveradosenior.com.

Autism Society of Collin County has support group meetings throughout the year. For dates and times, call 214.925.2722 or visit autism-ascc.org.

Bariatric Support Group is a free class led by licensed psychologist Dr. Martin Deschner that meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 7–8:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church Plano in room 215. The class provides encouragement and support regarding the challenging diet and lifestyle changes needed by those who have had bariatric surgery. Call Carolyn Maurer at 972.867.2145 or e-mail her at cgmaurer1@verizon.net.

Beyond Affairs NOW! (BAN) is a support group for people who are dealing with a spouse’s affair. E-mail planoban@yahoo.com for meeting dates and times or visit dearpeggy.com.

Breast Cancer Support Group–Custer Road UMC meets on the second Monday of the month at 11:30 a.m. at Custer Road United Methodist Church. Call Theresa at 972.618.0380.

Breast Cancer Support Group–Medical Center of Plano will meet on Mondays, August 2 & 16 from 4 p.m.–5:30 p.m. in Education Center 1 on the Garden Level of Baylor Plano. The group is designed to help breast cancer survivors understand nutrition, exercise, and recovery techniques such as journaling and art. A light dinner will be provided. To register or for more information, call 1.800.4BAYLOR or visit BaylorHealth.com/PlanoEvents.

Cancer Support Community North Texas, formerly Gilda's Club North Texas, provides a non-residential meeting place where individuals who have been newly diagnosed with cancer can gather with family and friends for support. The support group is free and offers lectures, potluck suppers, and movie nights. Call 214.219.8877 or visit gildasclubtx.org.

Celebrate Recovery helps men and women going through a divorce, grief, anxiety, depression, sex addiction, drugs, or overeating. To find a group near you, visit celebraterecovery.com.

Chronic Hugs is a chronic pain support group that meets at Grace Community Church (4501 Hedgecoxe Rd., Plano). Contact Jackie Smith at 214.726.9060 or at 214.636.7461, or e-mail her at rangelj58@yahoo.com.

Chronic Pain Support Group–Medical Center of Plano meets the second Monday of the month from 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. at Medical Center of Plano. Contact Dr. David Hanks, 972.596.5960 or visit texaschronicpain.org.

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