
The Compassionate Friends of Blue Ridge
Monthly grief support meeting for parents and family members coping with the death of a child. A quiet church setting provides peer connection, compassionate listening, and ongoing community resources for bereavement.
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Monthly peer support circle for parents and family members grieving the loss of a child. A compassionate space for sharing, listening, and connection in a church meeting room on the first Monday each month.

Monthly peer support circle for parents and family members grieving the loss of a child. A compassionate space for sharing, listening, and connection in a church meeting room on the first Monday each month.
Monthly peer support circle for parents and family members grieving the loss of a child. A compassionate space for sharing, listening, and connection in a church meeting room on the first Monday each month.

Casual weekly meetup for expectant parents and caregivers of babies 0–18 months, centered on sharing pregnancy and early-parenthood experiences. Babies can wiggle and play with vinyl mats, simple instruments, and small toys while adults connect.

Casual weekly meetup for expectant parents and caregivers of babies 0–18 months, centered on sharing pregnancy and early-parenthood experiences. Babies can wiggle and play with vinyl mats, simple instruments, and small toys while adults connect.
Casual weekly meetup for expectant parents and caregivers of babies 0–18 months, centered on sharing pregnancy and early-parenthood experiences. Babies can wiggle and play with vinyl mats, simple instruments, and small toys while adults connect.

Casual Friday meetup for expectant parents and caregivers of babies 0–18 months to swap pregnancy and early-parenthood stories and build local connections. Vinyl mats, simple instruments, and small toys create a low-key, baby-friendly play space.

Casual Friday meetup for expectant parents and caregivers of babies 0–18 months to swap pregnancy and early-parenthood stories and build local connections. Vinyl mats, simple instruments, and small toys create a low-key, baby-friendly play space.
Casual Friday meetup for expectant parents and caregivers of babies 0–18 months to swap pregnancy and early-parenthood stories and build local connections. Vinyl mats, simple instruments, and small toys create a low-key, baby-friendly play space.

Casual Friday afternoon hangout for expectant parents and caregivers of babies 0–18 months to swap pregnancy and early parenthood stories and build community. Vinyl mats, simple instruments, and small toys create a low-key baby play space.

Casual Friday afternoon hangout for expectant parents and caregivers of babies 0–18 months to swap pregnancy and early parenthood stories and build community. Vinyl mats, simple instruments, and small toys create a low-key baby play space.
Casual Friday afternoon hangout for expectant parents and caregivers of babies 0–18 months to swap pregnancy and early parenthood stories and build community. Vinyl mats, simple instruments, and small toys create a low-key baby play space.

Weekly in person or Zoom sit centered on mindfulness practice and quiet group presence. A sangha style gathering for consistent meditation support, reflection, and community connection.

Weekly in person or Zoom sit centered on mindfulness practice and quiet group presence. A sangha style gathering for consistent meditation support, reflection, and community connection.
Weekly in person or Zoom sit centered on mindfulness practice and quiet group presence. A sangha style gathering for consistent meditation support, reflection, and community connection.

Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walks through the North Carolina Arboretum's Blue Ridge forest, using mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet exercises to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a tranquil woodland setting.

Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walks through the North Carolina Arboretum's Blue Ridge forest, using mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet exercises to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a tranquil woodland setting.
Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walks through the North Carolina Arboretum's Blue Ridge forest, using mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet exercises to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a tranquil woodland setting.

A free monthly BLIPOC affinity support circle centered on cultural belonging, collective healing, and resilience. Expect facilitated peer sharing and community care in a supportive, confidential setting.

A free monthly BLIPOC affinity support circle centered on cultural belonging, collective healing, and resilience. Expect facilitated peer sharing and community care in a supportive, confidential setting.
A free monthly BLIPOC affinity support circle centered on cultural belonging, collective healing, and resilience. Expect facilitated peer sharing and community care in a supportive, confidential setting.

A free, 30 minute evening guided meditation designed for moms to build a consistent practice and reset from hectic schedules. The virtual circle emphasizes self care, calm and balance, plus supportive sharing with other mothers.

A free, 30 minute evening guided meditation designed for moms to build a consistent practice and reset from hectic schedules. The virtual circle emphasizes self care, calm and balance, plus supportive sharing with other mothers.
A free, 30 minute evening guided meditation designed for moms to build a consistent practice and reset from hectic schedules. The virtual circle emphasizes self care, calm and balance, plus supportive sharing with other mothers.

Confidential peer support for people seeking freedom from addictive sexual behavior, grounded in Sex Addicts Anonymous 12 step recovery. A hope focused meeting centered on honest sharing, accountability, and healing community.

Confidential peer support for people seeking freedom from addictive sexual behavior, grounded in Sex Addicts Anonymous 12 step recovery. A hope focused meeting centered on honest sharing, accountability, and healing community.
Confidential peer support for people seeking freedom from addictive sexual behavior, grounded in Sex Addicts Anonymous 12 step recovery. A hope focused meeting centered on honest sharing, accountability, and healing community.

Peer-led online support circle centered on LGBTQ+ lived experience, sharing, and mutual listening. A confidential, affirming space to process challenges, build coping tools, and strengthen community connection.

Peer-led online support circle centered on LGBTQ+ lived experience, sharing, and mutual listening. A confidential, affirming space to process challenges, build coping tools, and strengthen community connection.
Peer-led online support circle centered on LGBTQ+ lived experience, sharing, and mutual listening. A confidential, affirming space to process challenges, build coping tools, and strengthen community connection.

Peer support circle for people living with dementia and for caregivers supporting loved ones. Recurring second and fourth Thursday meetups create a steady space for sharing resources, coping strategies, and community connection.

Peer support circle for people living with dementia and for caregivers supporting loved ones. Recurring second and fourth Thursday meetups create a steady space for sharing resources, coping strategies, and community connection.
Peer support circle for people living with dementia and for caregivers supporting loved ones. Recurring second and fourth Thursday meetups create a steady space for sharing resources, coping strategies, and community connection.
Peer-led connection time for solo agers focused on mutual support, conversation, and community-building at the AmeriHealth Caritas Wellness Center. Recurs on the 1st and 3rd Mondays for ongoing relationship-building.
Peer-led connection time for solo agers focused on mutual support, conversation, and community-building at the AmeriHealth Caritas Wellness Center. Recurs on the 1st and 3rd Mondays for ongoing relationship-building.
Peer-led connection time for solo agers focused on mutual support, conversation, and community-building at the AmeriHealth Caritas Wellness Center. Recurs on the 1st and 3rd Mondays for ongoing relationship-building.

Peer-led discussion on prostate health and prostate cancer, covering treatment options, side effects, and coping strategies. Expect practical guidance plus updates on current medical approaches in a church meeting setting.

Peer-led discussion on prostate health and prostate cancer, covering treatment options, side effects, and coping strategies. Expect practical guidance plus updates on current medical approaches in a church meeting setting.
Peer-led discussion on prostate health and prostate cancer, covering treatment options, side effects, and coping strategies. Expect practical guidance plus updates on current medical approaches in a church meeting setting.

Early morning Alcoholics Anonymous gathering in the church library, centered on peer support and sobriety. A calm, confidential recovery meeting for community connection and accountability.

Early morning Alcoholics Anonymous gathering in the church library, centered on peer support and sobriety. A calm, confidential recovery meeting for community connection and accountability.
Early morning Alcoholics Anonymous gathering in the church library, centered on peer support and sobriety. A calm, confidential recovery meeting for community connection and accountability.

Outdoor community worship in a West Asheville green space, welcoming all people to explore connection with the Divine, neighbors, Creation, and inner self. Bring a folding chair or blanket for an open air gathering.

Outdoor community worship in a West Asheville green space, welcoming all people to explore connection with the Divine, neighbors, Creation, and inner self. Bring a folding chair or blanket for an open air gathering.
Outdoor community worship in a West Asheville green space, welcoming all people to explore connection with the Divine, neighbors, Creation, and inner self. Bring a folding chair or blanket for an open air gathering.

Monthly Rosicrucian convocation and Council of Solace blends ceremonial practice with contemplative focus on higher ideals, healing, and restoring psychic energy. Open discussion and metaphysical experiments build practical skills for a personal spiritual toolkit.

Monthly Rosicrucian convocation and Council of Solace blends ceremonial practice with contemplative focus on higher ideals, healing, and restoring psychic energy. Open discussion and metaphysical experiments build practical skills for a personal spiritual toolkit.
Monthly Rosicrucian convocation and Council of Solace blends ceremonial practice with contemplative focus on higher ideals, healing, and restoring psychic energy. Open discussion and metaphysical experiments build practical skills for a personal spiritual toolkit.

Peer-led Recovery Dharma circle blending Buddhist teachings with meditation practice for anyone working with addictive tendencies. A supportive, empowerment-focused community space centered on healing from addiction and finding freedom from suffering.

Peer-led Recovery Dharma circle blending Buddhist teachings with meditation practice for anyone working with addictive tendencies. A supportive, empowerment-focused community space centered on healing from addiction and finding freedom from suffering.
Peer-led Recovery Dharma circle blending Buddhist teachings with meditation practice for anyone working with addictive tendencies. A supportive, empowerment-focused community space centered on healing from addiction and finding freedom from suffering.

Peer-led Recovery Dharma meeting blending Buddhist dharma teachings with shared reflection for anyone working with addictive tendencies. A supportive Friday-night circle centered on empowerment, compassion, and freedom from suffering.

Peer-led Recovery Dharma meeting blending Buddhist dharma teachings with shared reflection for anyone working with addictive tendencies. A supportive Friday-night circle centered on empowerment, compassion, and freedom from suffering.
Peer-led Recovery Dharma meeting blending Buddhist dharma teachings with shared reflection for anyone working with addictive tendencies. A supportive Friday-night circle centered on empowerment, compassion, and freedom from suffering.

Confidential men’s council centered on authenticity and meaningful connection through deep listening and honest sharing. Presence based practices and guided reflection build self awareness, emotional support, and grounded community.

Confidential men’s council centered on authenticity and meaningful connection through deep listening and honest sharing. Presence based practices and guided reflection build self awareness, emotional support, and grounded community.
Confidential men’s council centered on authenticity and meaningful connection through deep listening and honest sharing. Presence based practices and guided reflection build self awareness, emotional support, and grounded community.

Peer-led eating disorder recovery support with guidance from licensed therapists and specialized dietitians. An online space for sharing, coping strategies, and accountability focused on healing and wellness.

Peer-led eating disorder recovery support with guidance from licensed therapists and specialized dietitians. An online space for sharing, coping strategies, and accountability focused on healing and wellness.
Peer-led eating disorder recovery support with guidance from licensed therapists and specialized dietitians. An online space for sharing, coping strategies, and accountability focused on healing and wellness.