Living With Cancer: A Journal Writing Support Group
Description:
CancerCare is offering a free, 8-week live writing group for people ages 18+, who are diagnosed with cancer in New York or New Jersey and are receiving a form of active treatment (surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, hormonal treatments and/or advanced cancer treatment) or are up to 18 months post-treatment. This group will provide a dedicated space to respond to writing prompts, reflect upon and share your writing with the group and exchange support and guidance while discussing the unique challenges of living with a cancer diagnosis.
Our Groups:
- Provide cancer-focused support
- Reduces feelings of loneliness, anxiety and distress
- Help increase feelings of hope and empowerment
- Assist you in learning new ways of coping
- Help you improve communication with your medical team and loved ones
- Provide you with practical information about treatment
- Provide you with resources in your community
This group will utilize a secure video platform. Group members will still have the option to call in if they do not have access to video technology.
REGISTRATION OPTIONS:
Space is limited and pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, contact Sarah Tennenhaus, LCSW, at 212-712-6144 or
START DATE:
This support group is currently recruiting for the October 2026 group cycle which will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ET for eight weeks.
MODERATOR
This support group is moderated by Sarah Tennenhaus, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C, LCSW, OSW-C, Support Group Program Manager/Clinical Supervisor.
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