How to Find the Right Cancer Support Group
…support group that fits their needs. What is the most important thing to consider when considering a support group? Support groups can be very helpful to those feeling isolated or…
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Challenges of Navigating Cancer as a Member of the LGBTQ+ Community
…physician to understand their unique support system. Boehmer says that LGBTQ+ patients often have support systems that are different from their cisgender and heterosexual patient counterparts. Understanding that helps physicians…
What Are the Stages of Grief?
…to your doctor or a grief counselor, or to join a support group. Sue Morris is director of Dana-Farber’s Bereavement Program, where she provides one-on-one counseling and support groups…
You Are Not Alone: Supporting Siblings of Childhood Cancer Patients
…Children’s for a recent health issue. Now, five years after Christopher’s death, Stella is finding similar comfort through family bereavement support groups through Camp Sunshine. Like the Sibling Program activities…
Why Join A Cancer Support Group
…helpful to join a support group attended by people who face a similar diagnosis, or are in your peer group. Here are some of the benefits support groups can offer….
‘They’re Always There’: Emotional Support for Childhood Cancer Patients and Parents at Dana-Farber
…specific support needs. The assessment then helps determine a plan for ongoing support. “There is no right or wrong way to use psychosocial support services,” Hewitt notes. “Some families are…
Tips for Coping with a Cancer Recurrence
…enjoyable) Consulting a nutritionist: making changes to your diet can help you feel better and improve your mood. Journal writing Spiritual support Arts/creative expression Support group Counseling Learn more about…
Doctor and Nurse Team Up for Blood Cancers Support Group
…I looked for a blood cancer support group near my home in western Massachusetts. I found support groups for just about everyone except patients like me with acute myeloid leukemia…
Living with Li-Fraumeni Syndrome is Using Knowledge as Power
…The LFSA has also organized events and conferences to support children and young adults. She says she is extremely grateful for the support of Dana-Farber and especially Garber: “She’s been…
Cell Therapy Advances with Lift from Cell Manipulation Core Facility
…can be experimental or FDA-approved. The CMCF supports cell pharmacy for approximately 35 trials and provides support for all the FDA-approved CAR T-cell therapies (currently six) and stem cell-based gene…
Beyond Age: Treatment and Support for Older Patients with Cancer
Regardless of age, a cancer diagnosis can be stressful, and everyone will process it differently. An older patient will have particular needs, and you and your support system have a…
Rare Sarcoma Patient Finds New Purpose in Helping Others
…Like Family Why Join A Cancer Support Group? Support Group Provides Lifeline for Cancer Caregiver I also found Dana-Farber’s sarcoma support group, led by the dedicated Larissa Hewitt, LICSW, my…
Living Well with Metastatic Breast Cancer
…than an immediate near-term death sentence – is the result of a transformation in the way doctors treat it. New medicines and improvements in supportive care are making it possible…
How Far Women in Science Have Come, and How Far We Have to Go
…to commit to building a culture of mentorship and support that continues throughout their education, training, and fellowships. And it means a concerted effort to actively recruit and support more…
Self-Care Tips for Cancer Caregivers
…responsibilities at home, and providing emotional support, all while maintaining your previous responsibilities. This can be a lot to manage, and caregivers often neglect their own well-being to focus on…
Cancer Crusaders Support Group Feels Like Family
…They are there for each other in good times and bad. Read More: Why Join a Cancer Support Group Support Group Provides Lifeline for Cancer Caregiver Joining a Support Group…
What to Say — and Not to Say — to Someone Whose Loved One Has Recently Died
…Bereavement Program, which provides support to family members and friends of deceased patients. What recently bereaved individuals really need is support – both emotional and practical – because grief can…
Breast Cancer in Young People: What You Need to Know
…patients with metastatic breast cancer. The program offers a variety of support and educational resources geared to the needs of young adults, including a telephone support group, the SoulMates peer…
Gynecological Cancer Patients Find Safety, Solidarity in Support Group
…Nixon. “We shared examples of inappropriate comments from people who were trying to be supportive and sensitive, and discussed how group members can support each other around these incidents.” The…
Facing Forward After Breast Cancer
…and support from peers.” Launched by Nancy Borstelmann, MPH, LICSW, director of social work at Dana-Farber, Facing Forward started in 2002 after several patients had asked for a support group…