Bariatrics
To confirm classes-call Martha Lopez RN at (310) 325-9110 ext. 30022
Bariatric Surgery
- Meeting: Every 1st Monday of the month (No meeting in September)
- Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
- Location: West Tower Auditorium, 2nd floor
- Meeting: Every 4th Tuesday of the month (No meeting in May and December)
- Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
- Location: West Tower Auditorium, 2nd floor
- Meeting: Every 4th Monday of the month
- Time: 11:00am-12:00pm
- Location: Health Conference Center, Room 3 or 4 (No meeting in May, October,
and December)
Between Starving and Stuffed
Mindful eating for a healthy weight.
- Meeting: Every 3rd Monday of the month
- Time: 6:45pm-8:15pm
- Location: Health Conference Center, Room 1 and 2 (May, August, November,
and December in West Tower, Auditorium)
Post-Operative Bariatric Surgery Nutrition
Nutrition support group is an optional free meeting offered monthly to
patients who have had bariatric surgery. It is lead by a registered dietitian.
Attendance at this group does not count towards any of the pre-surgery
requirements. Email questions and topic requests to the dietitian at Daneivys.Rodriguez@tmmc.com.
- Meeting: Every 2nd Tuesday of the month
- Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm
- Location: West Tower, 2nd Floor, Room A
Cancer
Caregiver Support Group
An ongoing support group to provide information, nurturing, and companionship
to those providing care for a family member or friend. Caregivers are
welcome to come alone or with someone they care about. First session is
free, each session there after is $2.00 per class, no reservation needed.
- Meeting: Every Tuesday
- Time: 6:30PM - 8:00PM
- Location: West Tower, 5th Floor, Room H
Women's Cancer Support Group
A gathering of women that offers an opportunity to share stories, gather
information and be surrounded by others who have embarked on a similar
journey of healing.
- Meeting: Every Tuesday
- Time: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
- Location: Hoffman Health Conference Center
Men's Cancer Support Group
A gathering of men with any type of cancer sharing their questions, concerns
and experiences living with cancer.
- Meeting: Every 2nd Tuesday of the month
- Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
- Location: Torrance Memorial, West Tower, Room B (2nd floor)
Head and Neck Cancer Support Group
A safe environment to share your experiences related to diagnosis, and
learn about available resources.
- Meeting: Every 4th Tuesday of the month
- Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
- Location: Torrance Memorial, West Tower, Room B (2nd floor)
Mastectomy/Breast Reconstruction Support Group
This group helps and supports mastectomy/breast cancer reconstruction patients.
It is a place where women can share stories and get to know other survivors
who had mastectomy/breast reconstruction. Reservations are required for
this free group. For more information call 310-784-6384.
- Meeting: Every 2nd Thursday of the month
- Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
- Location: Torrance Memorial, West Tower, Room B (2nd floor)
Lung Cancer Support Group
For more information, please call 310-517-1072.
- Meeting: First and Third Wednesday
- Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
- Location: Torrance Memorial Medical Center, West Tower, Room C (2nd floor)
Cardiovascular
"Take Heart" Support Group
A peer support group for individuals with heart disease and their significant
others. "Take Heart" is facilitated by a person who has experienced
a cardiac event. This service is offered free. For more information call,
310-517-4737.
- Meeting: First Wednesday of every month
- Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
WomenHeart of South Bay
Torrance Memorial has become a member of the
WomenHeart National Hospital Alliance. This new support group meets monthly to provide women living with heart
disease critical peer-to-peer support, information, and encouragement.
- Meeting: 3rd Wednesday of every month
- Time: 6:30pm - 8pm
- Location: Specialty Building, 3rd Floor, Suite 335
For more information on WomenHeart of South Bay contact Lucia Galante Johnson,
WomenHeart Champion and Support Network Facilitator at wh-southbay@womenheart.org.
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Caregiver
Caregiver Support Group
An ongoing support group to provide information, nurturing, and companionship
to those providing care for a family member or friend. Caregivers are
welcome to come alone or with someone they care about. First session is
free, each session there after is $2.00 per class, no reservation needed.
- Meeting: Every Tuesday
- Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
- Location: West Tower, 5th Floor, Room H
Diabetes
Diabetes Support Group
Sometimes it helps to share with and hear and learn from others who are
on a similar journey. The Diabetes support group provides a forum to express
concerns, discuss experiences, and ask questions among others living with
diabetes. Free, no reservations required.
- Meeting: First and Third Wednesday of every month
- Time: 1 - 2 pm
- Location: Specialty Building, 3rd Floor, Conference Room 350
- Meeting: Second and Fourth Tuesday of every month
- Time: 6:30 - 7:30 pm
- Location: Specialty Building, 3rd Floor, Conference Room 350
Grief and Bereavement
Bereavement Support Group
Come when you can, come when you must, but know that we'll be there
for you. For more information call, 310-784-3751.
Mondays 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Tuesdays 3:00pm to 4:30pm, 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Thursdays 3:00pm to 4:30pm
Location: Health Conference Center
Pulmonary
COPD Support Group (Lungs for Life)
An exciting support group that will provide information and education to
graduates of the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program and the community, living
with chronic lung conditions. Families and caregivers are also welcome
to attend. The support group meets every 9 weeks at 10:00am to 12:00pm.
For more information call, 310-784-4885.
Stroke
Stroke Support Group
Provides stroke patients and family caregivers education and support; meets
monthly on the 1st Wednesday, 10:00 am. For more information call, 310-325-9110, ext 1008.
Other Conditions and Support
Amputee Support Group
Quarterly discussion group to assist in the physical and psychological
impact of amputation. 2nd Saturday of month/quarterly 12:00pm to 2:00pm.
For more information call, 310-540-3921.
Aphasia Support Group
An ongoing support group with open and facilitated discussions for people
with aphasia. Meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 12 - 1pm. For
more information call, Katie or Rina at (310) 325-9110 Ext. 21009.
Depression and Bipolar Support Group
An ongoing support group for people dealing with depression or bipolar
disorder. Meets the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month, 10:00am to 12:00pm,
and Thursday 6:30pm to 8:30pm. For more information call, 310-370-5054 or visit
www.dbsasouthbay.org.
Eating Disorders Support Group
Adolescent eating disorder support group led by a licensed marriage and
family therapist designed for individuals 13-17 seeking additional support
for his/her eating disorder recovery. For more information and for the
address please contact Lauren Warren at 562-852-6122 or email laurenwarrenmft@gmail.com.
When: Every Thursday, 7 - 8:30 PM
Cost: $25
Fibromyalgia Support Group
This support group features open discussion as well as education via guest
speakers for those with Fibromyalgia. Group is co-sponsored with the Arthritis
Foundation. Family members and friends are welcome to attend. Meets the
1st Saturday of each month, 1:00 - 3:00pm. Location: West Towers with
parking in structure behind the Towers. For more information contact William
Horn at 310-324-6810.
Lymphedema Discussion Group
Offered by Torrance Memorial and offers information and education to anyone
i interested in learning about lymphedema. Held the last Tuesday of every
month (except August and December), 12:00pm to 1:30pm. For more information
call, 310-517-4665.
Meditation
Weekly group for practicing meditation, a skill to quiet the mind and help
relieve stress. For more information call, 310-517-4701.
Ostomy Support Group
Provides education and emotional support for ostomates; Facilitated by
two enterostomal therapists. The group meets the 4th Thursday of every
month from 7:30-8:30pm in the West Tower (excpet November when they move
to the 3rd Thursday due to Thanksgiving. The group does not meet in December.)
For more information call, AnneMarie Knudsen, 310-548-8558 or email
fynrfin@ca.rr.com.
Parkinson's Disease Support Group
This support group features open discussion as well as education via guest
speakers for those with Parkinson's Disease. Family members and friends
are welcome to attend. Meets the 2nd Saturday of each month, 2:00 - 4:00pm.
Location: Hoffman Health Conference Center. For more information contact
Paul Cohen at 310-200-2575.
Sjogren's Support Group
Group meets quarterly, please call for current schedule. Location: Hoffman
Health Conference Center Room 1. For more information, contact Yvonne
Hacker at 916-205-1311.
Anonymous Groups
Alcoholics Anonymous
Groups meet on Thursdays at 7:00pm; Friday and Saturdays at 7:30 pm. Contact
Jean Carfagno for more information, 310-784-4879.
Marijuana Anonymous
Group meets on Wednesdays at 7:30pm, Contact Jean Carfagno for more information,
310-784-4879.
Nicotine Anonymous
A weekly, drop-in support group for people who are quitting smoking based
on the 12-step format. For more information, call 310-676-5118.
For More Information
For additional information about our support groups, call 310-517-4711