When dealing with the diagnosis of cancer, the patient and their family may need support in several ways. Our support groups offer a comfortable, safe and confidential group setting with facilitation by Oncology social workers. Groups are available for individuals newly diagnosed, men, caregivers and families. All programs are free of charge.
Cancer Support Group: This support group meets weekly on Thursday evenings. Patients, family members and friends are invited to attend. You will have an opportunity to learn coping skills and gain emotional support from long-term cancer survivors and other patients currently in treatment. In addition, on a periodic schedule, staff from the Oncology Clinic will attend this group to answer specific questions that group members may have. Contact Jeanne Wholey at (603) 580-7355 if you would like to attend this group.
Caregivers Support Group: This group is for those individuals who find themselves in the care-taking role of a loved one who is coping with the diagnosis of cancer and cancer treatment. This group provides support, an opportunity to share coping skills, and relaxation methods in a supportive and confidential environment. This group meets for 8 sessions. Contact Anthony Provazza at (603) 580-7084 if you would like to attend this group.
Couples Support Group: The focus of this group is to promote communication and discussion for couples coping with a cancer diagnosis. Communication strategies will be discussed to help couples learn skills, which will enable open discussion on a variety of couple’s issues. By encouraging the expression of feelings group members will come to support and learn from one another in an open and trusting environment. Contact Anthony Provazza at 1-603-580-7084 for more information and to register.
Journey to Healing: This is a support group intended for women with a recent diagnosis of breast cancer. Combining support and education, Journey To Healing provides participants with an opportunity to discover new methods for coping with the cancer experience while promoting stress reduction, hope and empowerment. Contact Krista Smith-Grew at (603) 580-7039 if you would like to attend this group.
