Affirmations’ Support & Discussion Groups are free for anyone who’d like to access them virtually or at the Center. The groups are intended to provide guests connection, support, and Community around a particular issue or identity. All groups are considered a safe space for the members they serve. If you are approaching the group as an ally, please reach out to jvolpe@goaffirmations.org so they can receive consent from the group for you to attend. We also ask that groups are NOT attended to be observed by students for studies or similar purposes.
Interested in starting your own group that you don’t see here? Feel free to send an email to jvolpe@goaffirmations.org to get started.
***All of our Support and Discussion Groups are ages 18 & up. Please check out our youth programs page for information regarding upcoming Youth Support & Discussion groups.
Virtual Group Meetings
LGBTQ+ People of Color
***This group has been placed on a temporary hiatus.***
When: 2nd and 4th Mondays | 7:30 pm
Where: Virtual
Please email lgbtpoc@goaffirmations.org call (248)398-7105 for link information.
Transgender Life Support
When: Thursdays | 7 pm
Where: Virtual
A group for anyone who is transgender, non-binary, or questioning their gender identity. This group is an informal discussion about the experiences of being gender-nonconforming and addresses topics such as navigating coming out, accessing medical care, current events, and more!
CMA
When: Saturdays | 5:30 – 6:30 pm and Wednesdays | 7:30 – 8:30 pm
Where: Virtual (Wednesdays hybrid in-person at Affirmations)
A confidential recovery group for those recovering from the use of Crystal Meth. For link and password, please email cma@goaffirmations.org
NA Regardless of…
When: Thursdays | 11:30 am
Where: Virtual
For link and password, please call (248) 398-7105 or email info@goaffirmations.org.
SAA – Sex Addicts Anonymous
When: Mondays | 7pm
Where: Zoom
Join Zoom meeting or call 312-626-6799 and then press 168085354# (if prompted, press # again) to phone in.
SMART Recovery
When: Saturdays | 10 – 11:30 am
Where: Virtual
For a link and password, please contact toddsmitmarch@gmail.com.
Transgender and Non-Binary Discussion
When: Tuesdays | 5 pm
Where: Zoom
Writing Group
When: 1st and 3rd Thursdays | 6:45 pm
Where: Google Meet / Discord
Please email affirmationswriting@gmail.com for Google Meet/Discord information. If you do not hear back within a couple of days, please check your spam folder.
Coming Out
When: Saturdays | 10:30 am – 12 pm
Where: Zoom
A confidential support group covering all aspects of coming out and the effects it may have in life. Email comingout@goaffirmations.org for the Zoom link.
In Person Group Meetings
Brown Baggers AA
When: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday | 11:30 am – 1 pm, Saturday | 1:30 – 3 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
Meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Coming Out Together
When: Tuesdays | 7 – 9 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
Confidential support group covering all aspects of coming out and the effects it may have in life.
CMA – Crystal Clean
When: Wednesdays | 7:30 – 8:30 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
A confidential recovery group for those recovering from the use of Crystal Meth.
Bisexual+ Community Support
When: Mondays | 7-8 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
A discussion and support group for members of the bisexual+ community, including those who self-identify as bisexual, pansexual, omnisexual, queer, polysexual or any person who experiences attraction to more than one gender. All gender identities are welcome!
The group will address current events and issues affecting the Bisexual+ community by creating a space where participants can engage in enjoyable and meaningful discussions, group activities and projects, and social events.
Disability and Discussion
When: Mondays | 7-9 pm
Where: Affirmations room 201 | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
A space for disabled LGBTQ+ folks to be ourselves unapologetically, without worrying about our personal challenges not being taken seriously. Share out about your week, help to support others in the community, and discuss key disability-related social issues all within an inclusive, intersectional environment.
Alternate Zoom meetings on Sundays from 2-4 pm will be announced as needed on Facebook.
Harm Reduction Group
When: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays | 6 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
We’ve partnered with Oakland County Health to bring folks a safe space to talk and seek support for substance use or misuse. Attendees do not have to be sober to attend, though sobriety can be one of your substance use goals.
The group is for anyone 18+, who has an interest in understanding harm reduction, practices harm reduction themselves, or simply wants support and guidance along the way. Healthy snacks and water are provided.
LGBTQ+ People of Color
***This group has been placed on a temporary hiatus.***
When: 1st and 3rd Mondays | 7:30 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
Talk about racism, homophobia, and transphobia with other QTPOC! Socialize, vent, and have fun!
Serenity AA
When: Mondays | 5:30 – 7 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
Meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous.
SAA: Sex Addicts Anonymous
When: Mondays | 7 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
This will be a hybrid meeting.
NA Diversity
When: Tuesdays | 6:30 – 8 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
Meeting of Narcotics Anonymous.
SMART Recovery
When: Saturdays | 10 – 11:30 am
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
For more information, please contact toddsmitmarch@gmail.com.
Senior Koffee Klatch
When: Wednesdays | 1 – 3 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
When: Fridays | 1 – 2:30 pm
Where: Royal Oak Senior Center | 3500 Marais Ave, Royal Oak
Both locations host a discussion and networking group for people 45 and older. Various discussion topics, social outings, and potlucks are held throughout the year.
Transgender Life Support
When: Tuesdays | 7 – 9 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
An open support group for transgender individuals just coming out and their allies
Transgender and Non-Binary Discussion
When: Alternating Saturdays from 2-4pm – please check our meet-up page for exact dates |
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
An open support group for transgender and non-binary individuals.
Trans male Support Group
When: 1st and 3rd Thursdays | 6 – 7:30 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
Affirmations and Stand With Trans are partnering to create a safe space for our trans male community members to find support and build community.
Women’s Discussion Group
When: 2nd Thursdays | 6:30 – 8 pm, Last Saturdays | 11 am – 12:30 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
A safe space and place for WOMEN: lesbian, bi, trans, etc. Socialize, vent and chat, and build community. Topics vary from lighthearted subjects to in-depth discussions: coming out stories/struggles, as well as social norms, friendships/families, the validity of bisexual women, assumptions of sexuality and being a bi/lesbian woman in the workplace – and much more.
Motor City Bears
When: 2nd Saturdays | Meet and Greet at 3 pm, General Meeting at 4 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
A social, fundraising group made up of Bears and admirers. Membership is open to all that consider themselves men* and are attracted to men. * includes biological males as well as male presenting individuals.
Men’s Discussion Group
When: Saturdays | 5 – 7 pm
Where: Affirmations | 290 W 9 Mile, Ferndale
Discussion group for gay, bisexual, and transgender men ages 18 and up. Topics vary from lighthearted subjects to in-depth discussions. Holds holiday parties and outings in addition to regular meetings.
