The key component that makes a support group unique is that it aims its members to mutually support one another. It may be surprising to some parents, but children could need the support of other children due to anxiety, emotional problems, sexual identity questions, eating disorders and many others. The following is a list of resources to help parents and children understand how support groups work and find one that best fits their needs.
Fact Sheets/Tips/Flyers Defining a children's support group
Family and Youth Services Bureau
To help end domestic violence that one may be facing
Info on family support advocates
For Parents/Guardians/Relatives Parental groups for all family types and locations of groups nearest you
How a support group can help parents
Tips for parents of a LGBTQ child
Tips for parents of a high need child
Internet Sites List of parent and family support groups & event dates on Long Island
Nassau County Support Specialists
Different Support Groups and Psychologists for Various Needs of the Children
List of groups and camps for high functioning needs children
Statistics of Support Group Success
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