The Compassionate Friends of Blue Ridge
Peer-led grief support for parents and family members coping with the death of a child, centered on compassionate listening and shared healing. Recurring first-Monday gathering hosted at a Methodist church.
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A peer support gathering offers compassionate connection for family members grieving the loss of a child. Monthly meetings provide space to share experiences and find understanding among bereaved families.
A peer support gathering offers compassionate connection for family members grieving the loss of a child. Monthly meetings provide space to share experiences and find understanding among bereaved families.
A peer support gathering offers compassionate connection for family members grieving the loss of a child. Monthly meetings provide space to share experiences and find understanding among bereaved families.
A gentle Blue Ridge Parkway trail walk creates space for widows and widowers to find grief support, share with peers, or move in quiet solidarity amid Asheville’s mountain scenery.
A gentle Blue Ridge Parkway trail walk creates space for widows and widowers to find grief support, share with peers, or move in quiet solidarity amid Asheville’s mountain scenery.
A gentle Blue Ridge Parkway trail walk creates space for widows and widowers to find grief support, share with peers, or move in quiet solidarity amid Asheville’s mountain scenery.
Peer-led discussion on prostate health and prostate cancer, including treatment options, side effects, and up-to-date medical strategies. A supportive, community-centered meetup hosted in a church setting for sharing resources and experiences.
Peer-led discussion on prostate health and prostate cancer, including treatment options, side effects, and up-to-date medical strategies. A supportive, community-centered meetup hosted in a church setting for sharing resources and experiences.
Peer-led discussion on prostate health and prostate cancer, including treatment options, side effects, and up-to-date medical strategies. A supportive, community-centered meetup hosted in a church setting for sharing resources and experiences.
Recovery Dharma
MorePeer-led addiction recovery circle grounded in Buddhist Dharma teachings, blending mindfulness practice with compassionate sharing and mutual support. A community space focused on empowerment, freedom from suffering, and ongoing accountability in recovery.
Peer-led addiction recovery circle grounded in Buddhist Dharma teachings, blending mindfulness practice with compassionate sharing and mutual support. A community space focused on empowerment, freedom from suffering, and ongoing accountability in recovery.
Peer-led addiction recovery circle grounded in Buddhist Dharma teachings, blending mindfulness practice with compassionate sharing and mutual support. A community space focused on empowerment, freedom from suffering, and ongoing accountability in recovery.
A free online evening meditation gives moms space to build a steady practice, pause amid hectic routines, and share experiences in a supportive community focused on calm, balance, and self-care.
A free online evening meditation gives moms space to build a steady practice, pause amid hectic routines, and share experiences in a supportive community focused on calm, balance, and self-care.
A free online evening meditation gives moms space to build a steady practice, pause amid hectic routines, and share experiences in a supportive community focused on calm, balance, and self-care.
A welcoming space for people living with dementia and loved ones to share experiences, find connection, and access community support. Free meetings take place twice monthly.
A welcoming space for people living with dementia and loved ones to share experiences, find connection, and access community support. Free meetings take place twice monthly.
A welcoming space for people living with dementia and loved ones to share experiences, find connection, and access community support. Free meetings take place twice monthly.
Peer-led addiction recovery gathering grounded in Buddhist Dharma principles, blending mindful reflection with community support and empowerment. A welcoming space for anyone working with addictive tendencies to practice freedom from suffering together.
Peer-led addiction recovery gathering grounded in Buddhist Dharma principles, blending mindful reflection with community support and empowerment. A welcoming space for anyone working with addictive tendencies to practice freedom from suffering together.
Peer-led addiction recovery gathering grounded in Buddhist Dharma principles, blending mindful reflection with community support and empowerment. A welcoming space for anyone working with addictive tendencies to practice freedom from suffering together.
Peer-led online support circle centered on LGBTQ+ identity, self-expression, and mutual encouragement. A confidential, affirming space for sharing experiences, listening deeply, and building community connection across Asheville and beyond.
Peer-led online support circle centered on LGBTQ+ identity, self-expression, and mutual encouragement. A confidential, affirming space for sharing experiences, listening deeply, and building community connection across Asheville and beyond.
Peer-led online support circle centered on LGBTQ+ identity, self-expression, and mutual encouragement. A confidential, affirming space for sharing experiences, listening deeply, and building community connection across Asheville and beyond.
A peer support gathering for people living with dementia and loved ones navigating caregiving, connection, and shared experience. Twice-monthly meetings offer space for mutual understanding in Candler.
A peer support gathering for people living with dementia and loved ones navigating caregiving, connection, and shared experience. Twice-monthly meetings offer space for mutual understanding in Candler.
A peer support gathering for people living with dementia and loved ones navigating caregiving, connection, and shared experience. Twice-monthly meetings offer space for mutual understanding in Candler.
Confidential peer support circle for cannabis recovery with open sharing, active listening, and mutual accountability. Welcoming, nonjudgmental space for all backgrounds and stages of sobriety and personal growth.
Confidential peer support circle for cannabis recovery with open sharing, active listening, and mutual accountability. Welcoming, nonjudgmental space for all backgrounds and stages of sobriety and personal growth.
Confidential peer support circle for cannabis recovery with open sharing, active listening, and mutual accountability. Welcoming, nonjudgmental space for all backgrounds and stages of sobriety and personal growth.
A welcoming Buddhist practice circle combines Dharma discussion, spiritual sharing, instruction in Buddhist principles and meditation, and guided mindfulness for practitioners seeking connection and support on their path.
A welcoming Buddhist practice circle combines Dharma discussion, spiritual sharing, instruction in Buddhist principles and meditation, and guided mindfulness for practitioners seeking connection and support on their path.
A welcoming Buddhist practice circle combines Dharma discussion, spiritual sharing, instruction in Buddhist principles and meditation, and guided mindfulness for practitioners seeking connection and support on their path.
Walk a noncompetitive 1–3 mile route to raise suicide prevention awareness and funds for research, advocacy, education, and support. An opening ceremony and activities center hope, healing, remembrance, and connection.
Walk a noncompetitive 1–3 mile route to raise suicide prevention awareness and funds for research, advocacy, education, and support. An opening ceremony and activities center hope, healing, remembrance, and connection.
Walk a noncompetitive 1–3 mile route to raise suicide prevention awareness and funds for research, advocacy, education, and support. An opening ceremony and activities center hope, healing, remembrance, and connection.
A welcoming community conversation explores spirituality from an inward, personal perspective, creating space for reflection, shared experiences, and meaningful connection among Asheville residents in an open, supportive setting.
A welcoming community conversation explores spirituality from an inward, personal perspective, creating space for reflection, shared experiences, and meaningful connection among Asheville residents in an open, supportive setting.
A welcoming community conversation explores spirituality from an inward, personal perspective, creating space for reflection, shared experiences, and meaningful connection among Asheville residents in an open, supportive setting.
A relaxed peer gathering for expectant parents and caregivers of babies 0–18 months to share pregnancy and parenting experiences. Babies can explore vinyl mats, instruments, and small toys; older siblings are welcome.
A relaxed peer gathering for expectant parents and caregivers of babies 0–18 months to share pregnancy and parenting experiences. Babies can explore vinyl mats, instruments, and small toys; older siblings are welcome.
A relaxed peer gathering for expectant parents and caregivers of babies 0–18 months to share pregnancy and parenting experiences. Babies can explore vinyl mats, instruments, and small toys; older siblings are welcome.
Practice self-connection through Internal Family Systems (IFS), exploring parts work and compassionate self-awareness in a group setting. The gathering centers personal reflection and emotional wellness in a welcoming community space.
Practice self-connection through Internal Family Systems (IFS), exploring parts work and compassionate self-awareness in a group setting. The gathering centers personal reflection and emotional wellness in a welcoming community space.
Practice self-connection through Internal Family Systems (IFS), exploring parts work and compassionate self-awareness in a group setting. The gathering centers personal reflection and emotional wellness in a welcoming community space.
A welcoming morning drop-in for reflection, honest sharing, and creative connection, inviting Asheville creatives to nurture wellbeing and explore what it means to live a whole, sustainable creative life.
A welcoming morning drop-in for reflection, honest sharing, and creative connection, inviting Asheville creatives to nurture wellbeing and explore what it means to live a whole, sustainable creative life.
A welcoming morning drop-in for reflection, honest sharing, and creative connection, inviting Asheville creatives to nurture wellbeing and explore what it means to live a whole, sustainable creative life.
Learn how a local nonprofit supports library services through fundraising, volunteer projects, and community advocacy, with an open meeting welcoming adults interested in strengthening access to local resources.
Learn how a local nonprofit supports library services through fundraising, volunteer projects, and community advocacy, with an open meeting welcoming adults interested in strengthening access to local resources.
Learn how a local nonprofit supports library services through fundraising, volunteer projects, and community advocacy, with an open meeting welcoming adults interested in strengthening access to local resources.
Peer-led 12-step recovery meeting focused on quitting nicotine in any form and maintaining long-term abstinence. A welcoming, low-pressure evening at a dedicated recovery club space where anyone with a desire to stop can participate.
Peer-led 12-step recovery meeting focused on quitting nicotine in any form and maintaining long-term abstinence. A welcoming, low-pressure evening at a dedicated recovery club space where anyone with a desire to stop can participate.
Peer-led 12-step recovery meeting focused on quitting nicotine in any form and maintaining long-term abstinence. A welcoming, low-pressure evening at a dedicated recovery club space where anyone with a desire to stop can participate.
Practice public speaking in a welcoming weekly club where members take turns speaking and guests can participate without preparation. Build confidence through regular practice and supportive community connection.
Practice public speaking in a welcoming weekly club where members take turns speaking and guests can participate without preparation. Build confidence through regular practice and supportive community connection.
Practice public speaking in a welcoming weekly club where members take turns speaking and guests can participate without preparation. Build confidence through regular practice and supportive community connection.
Rosicrucian convocation activities and metaphysical experiments focus on spiritual development, restoring psychic energy, and healing for oneself, others, and the planet. An open discussion welcomes members, family, and friends.
Rosicrucian convocation activities and metaphysical experiments focus on spiritual development, restoring psychic energy, and healing for oneself, others, and the planet. An open discussion welcomes members, family, and friends.
Rosicrucian convocation activities and metaphysical experiments focus on spiritual development, restoring psychic energy, and healing for oneself, others, and the planet. An open discussion welcomes members, family, and friends.