Support Groups

Those Experiencing Life-Threatening Illnesses
Every Wednesday, 1:30 – 3:00 pm
Those Experiencing Chronic Health Challenges
Every Wednesday, 3:30 – 5:00 pm
Meetings of both groups include brief sittings and consideration of pertinent Dharma topics, but the primary purpose of each group is to provide each participant an opportunity to share personal challenges, triumphs, hopes, and fears with individuals facing a similar situation.At least four days before attending either group for the first time, please contact the group facilitator, Mick Bennett, at hmbennett@sbcglobal.net or 650-368-2518.
Buddhism and Twelve Step Support Group
1st Sunday of every month, 7:30 to 9:00pm.
Held at Insight Meditation Center (IMC), Redwood City.
Group discussion and study exploring the Twelve Step program and Buddhist practice through Kevin Griffin’s book, A Burning Desire: Dharma, God and the Path of Recovery. Includes 30 minutes meditation, reading, and open discussion. Everyone welcome. Facilitated by Jennifer Lemas, a longtime practitioner at IMC, jennlemas@comcast.net.