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Support Groups

Cancer affects far more than your body; your psychological and emotional health must also be considered. Our focus is the whole person, as well as the needs of friends and family that care for you. Groups can help resolve feelings of isolation, loneliness, and are a source of valuable information and encouragement. Texas Oncology support groups bring patients together virtually to share experiences, receive guidance, and to feel a sense of community. Support groups are only available to Texas Oncology patients.

 

Catching Cancer's Curveballs: A Skill-building Workshop

This workshop will focus on understanding the emotional impact and effects of stress on the body, as well as providing skills to manage daily challenges related to cancer. Patients are able to register for the topics that are of interest.

Upcoming Group Dates:
Please check back for additional dates this fall.

Stronger Together: Open Support Group for Cancer Patients

A place for cancer patients to meet others with similar struggles, share stories and suggestions, and find support, all while fostering relationships. Patients are able to register for the sessions that are convenient for their schedule.

Upcoming Group Dates:
Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the Month
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. CT

Meaning-Centered Support Group

This program addresses the needs of those with advanced cancer as they continue treatment and strive to live a meaningful life. A commitment to attend for eight consecutive weeks is requested. Meetings last an hour and a half each week.
The curriculum is adapted from Meaning-Centered Group Psychotherapy for Patients with Advanced Cancer By William S. Breitbart and Shannon R. Poppito.

Upcoming Group Dates:
This group is currently closed due to reaching capacity. Please check back for 2024 dates.

Beyond Cancer: An Open Discussion For Cancer Survivors

Conversations will include topics such as survivorship, relationship changes, nutrition and exercise, and fear of recurrence. Patients are able to register for the sessions that are convenient for their schedule.

Upcoming Group Dates:
Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the Month
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. CT

The Languages of Love Support Group: Connecting with Your Partner During Cancer

Texas Oncology is collaborating with The University of Texas to understand the importance of emotional support between patients and their partners and how that affects the quality of life for cancer patients. Participants will closely follow the book “The Five Love Languages” by Gary Chapman to learn their love languages, partners will perform actions within each love language for six weeks, and take pre and post surveys regarding quality of life and relationship satisfaction.

Upcoming Group Dates:
This group is currently closed due to reaching capacity. Please check back for 2024 dates.

Texas Oncology Foundation: Caregiver Connections

During this group, caregivers are able to share personal experiences, ways of coping, helpful resources, and connection with others.

Upcoming Group Dates:
Please click on Register Now below. Groups meet the first and third Thursday of each month.
Time: 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. CT