SUPPORT GROUPS

Under our HEAL (Health, Enrichment, And Access to Life Skills) Program, Narika’s community-based Support Groups ​offer South Asian, immigrant and all survivors of abuse or violence a welcoming space where they can nurture a sense of community, foster self-care and mutual support, and receive grounding self-care techniques. These programs aim to galvanize survivors as advocates of self-empowerment, health, and healing.

Narika offers both virtual and in-person support groups.

Topics May Include:

Understanding Domestic Violence, Impact, Safety Planning, Deescalation, Therapy
Nutrition and Healthy Habits, the Healing Process, Healthy and Unhealthy Relationships, Understanding Codependency, Boundaries and Rights, Assertiveness Skills
Self-Care and Mindfulness

Interested in our other wellness programs? Visit our HEAL Page.

Domestic Violence Support Groups

Virtual Domestic violence support groups

Session Time: Thursdays 6-7:30 PM
Our virtual support groups are a confidential space to share and learn with your peers. This is not group therapy. We request you be in a quiet, safe space to attend this group virtually. Group facilitation is primarily in English, although facilitators are fluent in Tamil and Hindi.

FREMONT ‘saheli circle’: In-Person Support Groups

Saheli Circle is an in-person support group for survivors of domestic violence. This group will be held every Monday. The support group will be facilitated by Narika's Domestic Violence advocates. The purpose of the support group is to create a healing and safe space for stimulating conversations through crafts, book club, discussions, mindfulness activities and movie nights. We will include breathing exercise and gentle stretches as part of the group every session.

Exact location in Fremont to be shared after registration.

Tri-valley ‘saheli circle’: In-Person Support Groups

Starting Sept 19, Narika will be hosting a bilingual, in person support group for survivors of domestic violence in the Tri-Valley area. This includes Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, Livermore, San Ramon, other areas of Contra Costa and more! Facilitator speaks English and Hindi.

Join us every Tuesday evening at 6 PM to be part of a safe group to heal and share. Prioritize your health and wellness. Build your own community. Be part of a circle of care.

Onsite childcare and transportation support available. Light dinner provided. Exact location in the Tri-Valley Area to be shared after registration.

The Purpose of Support Groups is to:

• Provide emotional support for women as they work through the impact of domestic violence. 

• Help survivors make sense of what they are experiencing and provide validation and resources from their peers.

• Provide a safe and comfortable place to talk about abuse and to encourage peers to share their experiences as it is an opportunity to get connected and to know that you are not alone. 

• Provide coping strategies and break isolation around domestic violence.

• Create a positive environment, healthy relationships that are trusting and caring.

• Learn about domestic violence and its effects on you and your children.

• Learn about safety strategies. 
  

Have questions? For more information on Narika’s classes and/or support groups, please email programsupport@narika.org.