Support Groups

There are two general kinds of support groups; those led by health professionals, and self help groups run by people who have cancer. Some groups offer support, some education, some a combination of the two. Some groups are for patients alone, some for family members, and some for both. Some are less traditional and may focus on mind/body techniques such as visualization relaxation and/or meditation. All offer encouragement, information, strategies for coping and potentially a wonderful place to form friendships with others who may understand what you are going through. Though help is available, it can come to you only at your request and with your consent. Many people suffer needlessly because they are afraid to ask for the help they need. It is wise to discuss any of your needs frankly with a healthcare professional who can help you determine what help you need and where you can obtain this type of assistance.

Important: Call contact numbers before attending to confirm scheduling and location.

Local Support Groups 

The Cancer Wellness Center of NEPA

Contact: 570-714-8800 | https://cancerwellnessnepa.org/

• Peer to Peer Support Group
  2nd Thursday monthly @ 5:30 p.m. (in-person)
  Open to anyone affected by cancer diagnosis - patients, caregivers, family, friends
• Breast Cancer Support Group
  3rd Monday monthly @ 5:00 p.m. (in-person)
  For those diagnosed with or affected by breast cancer

Additional Services: Yoga, cardio, personal training, Reiki, massage, reflexology, acupuncture, vibrational sound therapy

Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hughes Cancer Center

Address: 181 East Brown Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
Virtual Attendance: Contact Hannah Chan at 570-422-1851 or Hannah.chan@lvhn.org

• Zero Prostate Support Group
  3rd Thursday monthly, 7:00-8:00 p.m. (cancer center lobby)
• H.O.P.E Cancer Support Group (general)
  2nd Tuesday monthly, 2:00-3:00 p.m. (serenity conference room, 2nd floor)
• Breast Cancer Support Group
  4th Tuesday monthly, 12:00-1:00 p.m. (serenity conference room, 2nd floor)

Prostate Cancer Support Group

Status: Currently on hiatus
Contact: Don Ezrin at dele0527@comcast.net for future meetings

 

Wayne County Area Agency on Aging

Contact: 570-253-4262 | www.waynecountypa.gov
Location: Earl J. Simons Senior Center, 323 Tenth St., Honesdale

• Caregivers Support Group
  2nd Wednesday monthly, 2:00-3:30 p.m.
  For caregivers of older/disabled adults and grandparents raising grandchildren
• Grief Support Group
  2nd & 4th Wednesday monthly, 2:00-3:30 p.m.

Wyoming County Health Care Center

Cancer and Healing Group
2nd Wednesday monthly @ 5:00 p.m.
Location: 5950 US 6, Tunkhannock, PA 18657 (rear entrance, lower level classroom)
Registration: wchc@wycohealthcarecenter.org

National Resources

American Cancer Society

Contact: 800-ACS-2345 | www.cancer.org

• Road To Recovery® - Free rides to cancer appointments (call 800-227-2345 for eligibility)
• Reach To Recovery® - Breast cancer survivor volunteers support newly diagnosed patients (https://reach.cancer.org/p/p1)
• Cancer Survivors Network - Online peer support community (https://csn.cancer.org/)

Cancer Care

Contact: 800-813-HOPE | www.cancercare.org
Professional oncology social workers provide free support including counseling, resource navigation, support groups (phone/online/in-person), financial assistance, and specialized programs.

MyLifeLine - Online community connecting patients and caregivers with family/friends
https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/mylifeline-online-community