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Speak Easy International Foundation, Inc.

International. 6 chapters. Founded 1977. Self-help group for adult and adolescent stutterers. Must have speech dysfunction or phobia. Phone network, peer counseling and newsletter. Offers assistance starting new groups. Dues $85/yr.

Write:

Speak Easy Int'l Foundation, Inc., c/o Bob Gathman

233 Concord Dr.

Paramus, NJ 07652

Voice: Bob 201-262-0895

E-mail: speakezusa@optonline.net

Verified: 8/10/2012

Toastmasters International

International. 11,000+ chapters. Founded 1924. Mutual help for people to improve speaking and leadership skills to express themselves more effectively and to gain confidence. For those who are hesitant to speak before an audience. Leadership training. Dues $54/yr. One time membership kit $20. Monthly magazine.

Write:

Toastmasters International

P.O. Box 9052

Mission Viejo, CA 92690-7052

Voice: 949-858-8255 (Mon.-Fri., 8am-5pm PST)

Fax: 949-858-1207

Website: http://www.toastmasters.org

E-mail: tminfo@toastmasters.org

Verified: 4/3/2012

International Foundation for Stutterers, Inc.

International. Founded 1980. Aims to eliminate stuttering through speech therapy in conjunction with support groups. Education for public and professionals about stuttering and support. Speakers, phone help system and guidelines on forming support groups.

Write:

Int'l Fdn. for Stutterers, Inc.

2414 Romano Court

East Norriton, PA 19401

Voice: Elliot Dennis 610-272-1771 or Ed Riordan 908-359-6469 (eve.).

E-mail: elliotdennis@yahoo.com

Verified: 7/26/2012

National Stuttering Association

National. 100 groups. Founded 1977. Provides information about stuttering. Self-help chapter meetings provide supportive environment where people who stutter can learn to communicate more effectively. Network of groups. Referrals, advocacy, monthly newsletter and group development guidelines. Dues $35; $20 (senior, student, low income).

Write:

National Stuttering Association

119 West 40th St., 14th Floor

New York, NY 10018

Voice: 1-800-364-1677

Fax: 212-944-8244

Website: http://www.westutter.org

E-mail: info@westutter.org

Verified: 7/26/2012

Stuttering Chat

Online. 4700+ members. Founded 2000. Mutual support for people who stutter. Friends, relatives and speech therapists welcome. Mission is to provide support to people who stutter through information about stuttering, therapy/treatment and the sharing of experiences.

Website: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/stutteringchat

E-mail: stutteringchat-owner@yahoogroups.com or ginatalking@yahoo.com

Verified: 7/2/2012

The above information was "verified" as correct on the date at the end of each entry. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's database is extensive but staffing is limited and information for these organizations can change, it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.

For additional information on self-help groups, please visit the American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse web site at http://www.mentalhelp.net/selfhelp

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