COUNSELING + SUPPORT GROUPS
no-costmentalhealthsupportthroughyourjourneywithcancer.
WE'RE HERE FOR YOU.
Anxiety and depression are common experiences for people impacted by cancer and can lead to sleep problems, social withdrawal, decreased self-care and missed appointments. According to the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, only around 5% of people receive the mental health help they need. The Dempsey Center is here to provide essential mental health support for patients, survivors, and care partners all at no cost.
Ourcounselingandsupportservicesarestaffedby LicensedClinicalSocialWorkers,severalofwhom haveoncology-specifictraining Findmentalhealth supportthroughourservicessuchas: IndividualOncologyCounseling FamilyOncologyCounselingSessions SupportGroups-VirtualandIn-Person Legacy&LifeReflections Workshops+Series
OUR SUPPORT GROUPS
WOMEN’S CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Women facing cancer...you are not alone. This bi-weekly support group offers a compassionate space to share your thoughts, feelings, and worries with other women during any part of your cancer journey
YOUNG ADULT CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
A place for young adults at any point in their cancer journey to connect and socialize with others who understand the challenges of diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. We share stories, struggles, and laughter and identify ways to cope day to day.
ADVANCED CANCER SUPPORT GROUPS
If you are living with an advanced cancer or metastatic cancer diagnosis, this is a safe place to explore ways to cope with the challenges of living with advanced illness and continue to find meaning and hope.
MAN UP TO CANCER
In partnership with Man Up to Cancer, the Dempsey Center is hosting a men’s support group that will focus on changing what it means to "man up." This group will aim to build community and inspire men to connect and avoid isolation throughout their cancer journey.
CARE PARTNER SUPPORT GROUP
If you are providing emotional and/or physical support to someone with cancer, this is the place for you. This group provides a safe, comfortable place to find the support, information, and understanding you need to continue caring for your loved one We will discuss how to reduce isolation, worry, and fear.
CANCER SUPPORT GROUPS
A welcoming space for patients and survivors who are dealing with cancer and its lingering impact. Meet and connect with others on have been diagnosed with cancer and find ways to cope with your diagnosis, deal with side effects, and find community
“I have been impacted by the talented leaders in the support groups both online and in person. They are compassionate and really hear between the lines. I am so grateful for them and the wonderful participants who share their cancer journeys.”
“I never thought I wanted to join a cancer support group but Kerry Irish suggested I just try it and I can now not image what it would be like without this amazing, weekly, group. Because of Kerry's expertise and support I feel surrounded by a type of care that my family, as good as they are, can not provide.”
“I was NOT going to join a support group, but on her recommendation to just try it, I did join, and after these months with our groups weekly zoom meetings, I feel the support they lend, the humor, suggestions, sharing of grief, and the support I can give back, has been remarkable.”
