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Oklahoma counseling group helps families cope with strife

 
BY CARLA HINTON    Comment on this article Leave a comment
Published: December 27, 2008

Eight years ago, Diana Acker signed up her children for Calm Waters' divorce support group and had no intention of attending the sessions herself.

photo - Calm Waters volunteer Diana Acker of Oklahoma City talks with young students who participate in the nonprofit's support sessions at a local school.
Calm Waters volunteer Diana Acker of Oklahoma City talks with young students who participate in the nonprofit's support sessions at a local school.

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OFFERING SUPPORT

Calm Waters

What: Eight-week support group sessions for parents and children experiencing divorce.

When: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 13 to March 3 or March 24 to May 12, and 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 15 to March 5 and March 26 to May 14.

What: Eight-week support group sessions for families coping with the loss of a loved one.

When: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 12 to March 9 and March 30 to May 18.

Where: 4334 Northwest Expressway, Suite 101.

Cost: Free.

Information: 841-4800; www.calmwaters.org.

How to Help

Calm Waters needs more volunteers, and financial donations also are welcome.

The next volunteer training session is Feb. 6-7. To sign up for the training or make a donation, call 841-4800 or go online to www.calm waters.org.

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