Cancer Support Groups

Discovering and Delivering Compassionate, Coordinated Care

Patient and Family Cancer Support Group
This group is open to anyone with a past or present cancer diagnosis. Family, friends and significant others are invited to attend as well. The group offers a supportive environment for open discussion, exchange of information and sharing experiences. Parking is free.

Day/Time:  Third Monday of each month, 6:30 - 8 pm (unless there is a Monday holiday). January and February meetings are held the second Monday of the month. 

Location:
UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus,
Levine Ambulatory Center, 2nd floor conference room A/B
33 Kendall Street, Worcester (Parking is free.)
Directions

Call: Diane Hollis, LICSW, at 774-441-8632 for additional information and for any cancellation

 

Integrative Medicine Oncology Initiative
A mind/body medicine group that meets once weekly for an hour and a half to practice complimentary care therapies including tai chi, restorative yoga, guided imagery and deep breathing exercises. Patients, family members and friends, cancer center staff as well as interested medical students are welcome.

Day/Time:
Thursdays, 5:30-7 pm

Location:
UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus,
Ambulatory Care Center – 5th floor, behind the elevators

Call: Vincent Minichiello, vincent.minichiello@umassmed.edu

 

Other related support groups are available:

  • Gastrointestinal Support Group
  • Pancreatic Cancer Alliance Advocacy Group 
  • Prostate Cancer Support Group
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