Support Groups and Programs
 

You may find that talking with a fellow cancer survivor will inspire you to keep moving forward. Through our professionally run Support Groups, you will meet other people who face a common enemy.

All support groups in the Cancer LifeNet program are free and facilitated by experienced healthcare professionals who strive to create a nurturing and safe environment for cancer survivors. Participants can share their feelings about their cancer experience and receive accurate, reliable, and relevant health information from reputable sources. For more information on these programs, call the Cancer LifeNet Helpline at 1-866-393-4355.

Support Groups Specific to Cancer Diagnosis
The following on-going support groups meet monthly to share resources and discuss medical information, experiences, and coping strategies for living with and beyond cancer.
 
  • Breast Cancer Awareness Group
    Monthly Breast Cancer Awareness Support Group meets the third Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center.
  • Man to Man: Prostate Cancer Support Group
    Monthly Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer Support Group meets the first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center.

Cancer Support Groups (All Types)
Open to individuals diagnosed with all types of cancer and their loved ones.
 
  • CLIMBTM Children's Lives Include Moments of Bravery
    Developed by the Children's National Treehouse Foundation, CLIMB is a free six-week support program that educates children who have a parent or grandparent with cancer to cope with their feelings and concerns. The program is offered periodically throughout the year. Click here for testimonials >
  • I.D.E.A.S. Caregivers Support Group
    Individuals Dedicated Encouraging and Supportive. An on-going monthly group for individuals caring for loved ones with cancer. Topics addressed include: community and personal resources, nutrition, difficult symptoms, and caring for the caregiver.
  • Cancer Support Group (All Types)
    Monthly Cancer Support Group for cancer survivors and their families meets the third Tuesday of the month at 2 p.m. at Harford Memorial Hospital, and the second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center.
  • CARES Exercise Program
    Regular moderate exercise can improve quality of life by preventing muscle wasting and promoting independence. The Cancer Activity and Rehabilitative Exercise for Survivors Program is designed for individuals currently being treated for cancer as well as individuals in remission and consists of individualized and group exercise classes and a one-on-one functional assessment.
  • Holistic Healing Group
    Programming is offered on a quarterly basis to learn about stress reduction, holistic self-care, and energy healing techniques. As individuals coping with cancer try to regain a sense of control, they often look to those personal habits and strategies that can promote wellness in their life.

American Cancer Society Programs
The following American Cancer Society programs are offered throughout the year.
 
  • Look Good, Feel Better
    A free American Cancer Society Program that meets the second Tuesday of the month from 6 to 8 pm at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center. The program provides a hands-on group workshop dedicated to helping female cancer patients cope with and manage the appearance related side effects of chemotherapy and radiation treatment.
  • I Can Cope
    An educational program for people facing cancer – either personally, or as a friend or family caregiver. These classes help dispel cancer myths by presenting straightforward facts and answers to cancer-related questions.

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