DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC:
Info from California Dept. of Public Health applies to AA meetings.

AA meetings are essential under healthcare and when they cannot be done remotely should be done with proper health and safety protocols. AA meetings should follow the limited services guidance where possible https://covid19.ca.gov/industry-guidance/ and https://files.covid19.ca.gov/pdf/guidance-limited-services.pdf

Guidance for 12-Step programs from the County of Nevada - https://www.mynevadacounty.com/DocumentCenter/View/34601/Updated-Guidance-on-Treatment-Groups-2020-06-16?bidId=​
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Alcoholics Anonymous offers a 12-step program consisting of meetings of recovered and recovering alcoholics. The purpose of these meetings is to share experiences, strength and hope so that attendees can help each other recover from alcoholism.

Current calendar of Alcoholics Anonymous support groups and meetings available by calling 530-272-6287. Website at www… [read more]

The Alzheimer's Association seeks to eliminate Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia through:

• Research
• Connecting people to research studies through TrialMatch
• Advocates for policies and laws that support individuals with dementia and their caregivers
• Raises awareness of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia
• Safety services
• Care and support for individuals with all forms of dementia (or mild cognitive impairment), family, friends and professional caregivers through a Helpline (800-272-3900, 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week)
• Care consultations
• Education workshops
• Conferences
• Support groups for caregivers and a group for persons with Alzheimer's or other dementias in the early stage
• Written and online materials in multiple languages
• Respite grants

The American Heart Association is a national voluntary health agency whose mission is to reduce disability and death from cardiovascular diseases and stroke.

The American Kidney Fund provides direct financial assistance to kidney patients in need and education for those with and at risk for kidney disease.

The American Lung Association in California is the leading health organization dedicated to fighting threats to lung health including lung cancer, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), tobacco and air pollution through education, advocacy and research. With the generous support of our donors and volunteers, our vision is to fill every breath you take with hope, because every breath you take matters. We welcome all Californians to get involved with the Lung Association. Our events, programs, advocacy efforts and volunteer opportunities allow everyone to make a difference in the lives of those affected by lung disease.

The Chapter serves communities throughout Northeastern California, San Joaquin Valley and Northern Nevada. Public and corporate funds support research, public information, advocacy, physician referrals, exercise classes, self-help courses and support groups.

Our mission is to provide love, care, and support to people diagnosed within the community. We also provide education and support to family members, friends, and mental health students, who are invested in helping people live beyond recovery.

If you need answers, acceptance, or resources for wellness, come join our network of members with practical experience. It's a network of care dedicated to inspiring hope.

Sharing your life story is a key ingredient to wellness, and it encourages wellness in the lives of others by sharing it, you provide hope to someone in need---someone who needed to hear your challenges and victories.

Why members in our network know what it's like to feel alone, afraid, and in desperate need of resources.

We exist because we're passionate about making a difference in the lives of our members, and dedicated to providing education to empower them.

We're advocates, stigma fighters, and most importantly, we're friends when people need it most.

We're inspired to connect w… [read more]

Hospice of the Foothills Bereavement and Community Services provides comfort, support, and education to those who have experienced the loss of a loved one, including loved ones lost to suicide. Grief support services are available to anyone in the community.

• Grief Support - https://www.hospiceofthefoothills.org/grief-support
• Grief Support Programs - https://www.hospiceofthefoothills.org/grief-support-programs
• Grief Support Group Calendar - https://www.hospiceofthefoothills.org/grief-support-group-calendar
• Questions? Contact Susan Canavan, Bereavement & Community Services Manager, Hospice of the Foothills, 530-274-5141, scanavan@HOFO.org

Breathe California of Sacramento Emigrant Trails is dedicated to healthy air and preventing lung and other air-pollution related diseases by partnering with youth, advocating public policy, supporting air pollution research, and educating the public.

Recent studies have shown the value of the outdoors, exercise, support, and health care in extending the lives of cancer survivors. C Horse Ranch Cancer Survivor's Support Group brings each of these elements together in a beautiful, safe, and open environment. Field trips are available to pet their rescue animals. Open free last Sunday of the month for child survivors. Their oranic garden is to share with cancer survivors. Riding lessons are available for mature riders as well as special needs, youth and adults.