Care Groups

Everyone has areas in their lives that cause them pain or keep them from moving forward in a truly healthy way. As Christ-followers, we can choose to deal with these areas and apply God’s truth to our lives for healing. That’s what Care Groups are all about. These groups provide a supportive and intentional setting for people to share their struggles in a safe way and to move forward in freedom.

Available Care Groups:

•  Cancer
•  Grief Share
• Divorce Care 
• Anxiety & Depression
• Parents of Students with Anxiety and Depression
• Walking Free: Sexual/Pornography Addiction for Men
• The Journey: Support for Wives of Men with Sexual/Pornography Addiction

Additional Resources:

• Overcoming Anxiety and Depression Women’s Event Content
• Covenant Eyes – A software for Screen Accountability and Internet Filtering

Crisis Care

• Death & Funerals

If you have experienced the loss of a family member, email our Care Team.

• Hospitalization

Trained, caring members of our ministry team are available to visit for prayer and encouragement. If you or someone you know is hospitalized, email our Care Team.

• After Hours Emergencies

If you have an immediate need after hours that requires a pastor’s attention, please dial 770-222-2125 to reach the minister on call.

Counseling + Addiction Recovery

West Ridge maintains a broad network of professional counseling resources. If you aren’t sure about what your needs are or how to proceed in getting appropriate counseling, we are happy to help you assess your situation and to find a professional who can come alongside you. Email us to set up a meeting with our Pastor of Care.

• Hope Counseling Centers: 

Hope Counseling is a counseling service affiliated with West Ridge Church and provides counseling services for our members. Counselors are Richmont University interns in their final year of a master’s program toward becoming professional counselors. They work under the supervision of licensed mental health professionals and offer a discounted rate.

Learn More About Hope Counseling

• Crisis Hotline

• GA Peer2Peer Warm Line: 1-888-945-1414
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
• The Crisis Text Line: Text START to 741-741 about any type of crisis 24/7

• Additional Resources: 

•  Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers in Georgia
  Learn more about low-cost rehab centers, applying for financial support and free resources in Georgia. 
• Drug Abuse Hotline
• Alcoholics Anonymous in Atlanta – Features a list of virtual and in-person AA meetings located throughout Metro Atlanta.
• Recovery in Georgia – Independent addiction recovery website that features treatment centers, support meetings, and prevention resources located throughout Georgia.
• Cobb Crisis Center – Free and sliding scale drug detox and crisis stabilization center located at 1758 County Services Parkway, Marietta, GA 30008. Their phone number is 770-429-5000.
• Emory Healthcare Addiction Service – Provides individual therapy, psychiatric consultation, recovery guidance, support groups, and medication-assisted treatment to support individuals 14 and older that are struggling with substance abuse and mental illness. Their phone number is 404-778-5526.
• The Summit Wellness Group – Atlanta – Joint Commission Accredited drug rehab center located at 996 Huff Rd NW, Suite C, Atlanta, GA 30318. They feature a host of helpful online recovery guides and a 24/7 helpline at 678-705-8762.
• SAMHSA’s Treatment Locator – Directory for finding treatment facilities confidentially and anonymously.
• Georgia Overdose Prevention Project – An advocacy organization that provides free naloxone kits to Georgians through the mail.
• Opioid Overdose Rescue – Outlines 3 simple steps to save a life in the event of an opioid overdose. Includes helpful reference videos.

Weddings + Marriage Prep

If you’re thinking about getting married, we want to come alongside you as you prepare for this life-long commitment and help give you the best possible start. Please email our team for assistance.