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Divorce Support

NEW BEGINNINGS® is a support group for separated and divorced men and women based in the DC metro area (MD, DC and VA). Established in 1979, we are the oldest and only group in the metro area that deals strictly with separation/divorce and is open to people with or without children.

A marital separation is a wrenching experience which can happen to anyone at any time for a variety of reasons. We believe that by sharing feelings with other people in similar situations, we can gain a better perspective on the process of separation and thereby begin to build a new life. This is our first task—because the one certainty is that our lives cannot remain the same.

NEW BEGINNINGS® discussion meetings are offered several times a month and are open to non-members. Led by member-volunteers trained to guide the discussion, these meetings offer a chance to talk to others who share and understand your concerns.

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We offer three in-person discussion meetings each month--two in MD/DC & one in VA.

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Discussion Meetings

October

MAKING A NEW BEGINNING: Conquering the emotional challenges of those first few days & months–or any step along the way. Wherever you are on the journey, offer a hand to those following behind.

SUCCESSFULLY SINGLE: Are you moving forward with your life as a single, OR are you putting your life on hold, waiting for a partner to come along?

LOVE MYTHS: What are some illusions we share about love & marriage? What is your new reality?

SAT 3 ** If Only ** 3:00-5:00 PM ** DC ** $10

SUN 9 ** Successfully Single ** 7:30-9:30 PM ** Falls Church

SUN 18 ** Love Myths ** 3:00-5:00 PM ** Kensington ** $10

SAT 24 ** Making a New Beginning ** 1:30-3:30 PM ** Derwood ** $10

November

FAMILY TIES: How did your immediate & extended family respond to your separation? What has been the impact on relationships with siblings, parents, in-laws & grand-kids?

WHAT’S IN A NAME?: A woman's decision to change or keep her married name after divorce can be unexpectedly complicated, triggering deeper issues of identity with family, friends, colleagues, even the ex. For others, it's very simple. Whatever your gender, how does this aspect of the divorce process affect you?

OPPOSITE SEX FRIENDS: Many of us never have one until we separate. What makes these relationships unique? How do we establish & maintain them?

SUN 1 ** Opposite Sex Friends ** 1:30-3:30 PM ** Potomac ** $10

SUN 8 ** What's In A Name? ** 3:00-5:00 PM ** Fairfax ** $10

SUN 22 ** Family Ties ** 3:00-5:00 PM ** Rockville ** $10

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Divorce 101

NEW BEGINNINGS and the COLLABORATIVE PRACTICE CENTER OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY co-sponsor a 6-week program covering everything you need to know about divorce in Maryland. It is offered twice a year and features 13 of the top family law professionals in Montgomery County as speakers. Audio recordings available for Weeks 1-5.

NEXT SESSION: SEPT 22 - OCT 27, 2026

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