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Coping With a Cancer Diagnosis

Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

  • Photo of Nolan D.Nolan D.

    “The social worker who moderates our group is great about keeping the conversation going and really pinpointing things people say that they might not realize they said.” Read more

Acute Myeloid Leukemia

  • Photo of Ashley V.Ashley V.

    “I am so grateful for the experience I had with CancerCare and their support groups and I really am not sure if I would feel as strong as I feel today without that experience.” Read more
  • Photo of Luisa L.Luisa L.

    “Talking through life after cancer with a group of people going through the same thing was hugely helpful. It didn’t make the problems go away, but it was a relief to know we weren’t alone in our experiences.” Read more

Anal Cancer

  • Photo of Ronald M.Ronald M.

    “I am fortunate that I was told to come to CancerCare and it’s been a big lift off my shoulders in terms of managing stress.” Read more

Bladder Cancer

  • Photo of Ric S.Ric S.

    “Even at the first group meeting, the members that were there made me feel very comfortable. Everyone got it.” Read more
  • Photo of Marlaine H.Marlaine H.

    “The staff at CancerCare is so thoughtful. I think it’s wonderful that you don’t just treat patients well – you also look out for their friends and family.” Read more

Bone Cancer

  • Photo of Kris K.Kris K.

    “CancerCare has given me a number of insights that I never would have had without their input and has opened my eyes to a whole new world of support, resources and ideas that I never even knew were possible.” Read more

Breast Cancer

  • Photo of Veronica F.Veronica F.

    “CancerCare has helped me build my foundation from start to finish, to show me who I can be before and after cancer. They gave me an outlet of encouragement.” Read more
  • Photo of Barbara L.Barbara L.

    “During treatment, you’re in crisis mode, focusing on getting through it, and not feeling much. Once treatment is over, that’s when it hits you: ‘Oh my God, I had cancer.'” Read more
  • Photo of Donna S.Donna S.

    “My life has been completely changed because of this disease but thanks to CancerCare I have the support I need and hope for the future.” Read more
  • Photo of Juliet O.Juliet O.

    “Cancer turned my whole life upside down. If I hadn't had my social workers, I don't know what I would have done.” Read more

Carcinoid Tumor

  • Photo of Greta S.Greta S.

    ““I want to live as full of a life as I can everyday and wish to inspire, educate, motivate and help people take charge of their health. I want to do as much as I can and make my life and cancer journey count for something."” Read more

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

  • Photo of Sigrun K.Sigrun K.

    “If anybody else is faced with this, don’t be afraid to reach out. When I did, friends were right there to help.” Read more
  • Photo of Ekata D.Ekata D.

    “When I come to CancerCare, that is my safe place to talk about anything. My social worker has been an amazing validation for me. It’s hard to figure out your emotions sometimes, but she makes me realize that it’s okay to feel the way I feel.” Read more

Colorectal Cancer

  • Photo of Jessica E.Jessica E.

    “I reached out and thank goodness I was able to get a wonderful therapist who I met with on a monthly basis, going over support and coping skills within that therapy.” Read more
  • Photo of Whitney M.Whitney M.

    “Don’t be afraid to reach out for help and find someone to talk to.” Read more

Endometrial Cancer

Esophageal Cancer

  • Photo of Jessica W.Jessica W.

    “Cancer has provided a unique perspective shift," said Jessica. "It's a crash course into what matters most.” Read more

Gastric Cancer

  • Photo of Derrian G.Derrian G.

    “My hurdles ultimately created a new mindset within which I dispelled fear and doubt. Through a combination of many people’s efforts, faith and optimism, I reached a greater level of confidence and gratitude.” Read more

Glioblastoma

  • Photo of Lou G.Lou G.

    “Try and surround yourself with people who’ve experienced it because they’re the true ones that can understand. If you’re lucky enough to build a bond or relationship with these people, it’ll be something that will benefit you for life.” Read more

Hodgkin Lymphoma

  • Photo of Josh W.Josh W.

    “It was just nice to know that you weren’t the only one dealing with it, especially the only one at a certain age because cancer, especially as a young adult, is really isolating.” Read more
  • Photo of Anita J.Anita J.

    “I have a lot of good friends, but when you’re alone, that’s when you think. When that happens, you pick up the phone. There’s people you can reach out to.” Read more
  • Photo of Marianne D.Marianne D.

    ““I look at what I lost, but also look at what I gained. Cancer made me who I am."” Read more
  • Photo of Kouichi W.Kouichi W.

    “Nothing is self-made. There’s no self-made person. You need to be able to learn how to tap into other resources and ask people for help when you’re in a situation like cancer.” Read more

Leukemia

  • Photo of Ashley V.Ashley V.

    “I am so grateful for the experience I had with CancerCare and their support groups and I really am not sure if I would feel as strong as I feel today without that experience.” Read more
  • Photo of Luisa L.Luisa L.

    “Talking through life after cancer with a group of people going through the same thing was hugely helpful. It didn’t make the problems go away, but it was a relief to know we weren’t alone in our experiences.” Read more
  • Photo of Sigrun K.Sigrun K.

    “If anybody else is faced with this, don’t be afraid to reach out. When I did, friends were right there to help.” Read more
  • Photo of Ekata D.Ekata D.

    “When I come to CancerCare, that is my safe place to talk about anything. My social worker has been an amazing validation for me. It’s hard to figure out your emotions sometimes, but she makes me realize that it’s okay to feel the way I feel.” Read more

Lung Cancer

  • Photo of Maria A.Maria A.

    “When I arrived here, in the first group, I saw other peers as well, we each shared our diagnosis, how we felt. We were very supportive of each other.” Read more
  • Photo of Suzanne W.Suzanne W.

    “No matter what your state of health, the diagnosis of cancer is overwhelming for the patient and for everyone close. Anxiety, sadness and depression are common for most cancer patients, and I was no exception. So I looked for a support group and that is how I found CancerCare.” Read more
  • Photo of Nila W.Nila W.

    “The Stories of Help & Hope shared on the CancerCare website are invaluable. I am strengthened by holding onto these stories of hope. The experience of others educates and enriches me, replenishing me so I can go forward, renewed.” Read more
  • Photo of Cynthia B.Cynthia B.

    “If you are able to keep your spirits up, as hard as it sounds, you will eventually get the strength to heal.” Read more

Lymphoma

  • Photo of Josh W.Josh W.

    “It was just nice to know that you weren’t the only one dealing with it, especially the only one at a certain age because cancer, especially as a young adult, is really isolating.” Read more
  • Photo of Anita J.Anita J.

    “I have a lot of good friends, but when you’re alone, that’s when you think. When that happens, you pick up the phone. There’s people you can reach out to.” Read more
  • Photo of Judith H.Judith H.

    “Cancer woke me up, slowed me down, got me to my next step and helped me get rid of things in my life that weren’t working.” Read more
  • Photo of Kouichi W.Kouichi W.

    “Nothing is self-made. There’s no self-made person. You need to be able to learn how to tap into other resources and ask people for help when you’re in a situation like cancer.” Read more

Melanoma

  • Photo of Jonah E.Jonah E.

    “My relationship with my counselor is one that I value greatly, and I would certainly not be where I am today without her help.” Read more

Metastatic Breast Cancer

  • Photo of Rasheen D.Rasheen D.

    “Money was getting tight. I applied for grants and different types of help. I found that CancerCare was just the number one resource for information and financial assistance. They understand the emotions that you’re going to go through. It’s a one-stop shop.” Read more
  • Photo of Theodosia B.Theodosia B.

    “When I was first diagnosed, I honestly thought that one day my cancer would go away. Now, I honestly don’t care if I ever hear the word cancer-free again. I have to live this. My advice to others is to stop reaching for a cancer-free diagnosis. Instead, how about we learn to live with this disease?” Read more

Multiple Myeloma

  • Photo of Valarie T.Valarie T.

    “Cancer patients, as you're going through this, there are lifechanging resources that CancerCare offers - financial assistance, community programs, education workshops - those are priceless things that people should take advantage of.” Read more

Ovarian Cancer

  • Photo of Jay D.Jay D.

    “You have to speak to people who have gone through this because no one else understands what you go through. You have to find people like that. When you go to a bereavement group, you’re able to open up completely.” Read more
  • Photo of Judy N.Judy N.

    “I’m so glad I found CancerCare and was able to access services that really helped me take care of the whole emotional-mental aspect of cancer. That’s so easy to neglect amid all the physical parts of it.” Read more

Pancreatic Cancer

  • Photo of Sandy M.Sandy M.

    “I really do feel that they’re there for you. I was devastated when my husband passed away and it took me an awfully long time to find my footing. I would not have found it without CancerCare, that’s for sure.” Read more

Prostate Cancer

  • Photo of Mike C.Mike C.

    “CancerCare was the first support group I attended and it was exactly what I needed. It meant so much for me to be able to talk with other men about my cancer and theirs.” Read more
  • Photo of Laurence J.Laurence J.

    “The group as a whole has become like a unified support system where anything goes – any question, any topic, any fear. It’s about surviving our lives and it’s been very helpful.” Read more

Sarcoma

  • Photo of Charles H.Charles H.

    “Connecting with CancerCare should be a no-brainer. It’s a great organization.” Read more

Squamous Cell Cancer

  • Photo of Willard B.Willard B.

    “I never panicked. I just said, ‘Okay, so what do we do? I’m ready for anything. Let’s go.’” Read more

Stomach Cancer

  • Photo of Ira N.Ira N.

    “I really needed someone to talk to who had the expertise in this area of helping others with cancer. I knew I couldn’t do it alone.” Read more

Uterine Cancer

  • Photo of Helaine B.Helaine B.

    “CancerCare made me feel human. You made me feel like cancer was part of my story, and not all of who I am.” Read more

Coping With Caregiving

  • Photo of Whitney M.Whitney M.

    “Don’t be afraid to reach out for help and find someone to talk to.” Read more
  • Photo of Jessica W.Jessica W.

    “Cancer has provided a unique perspective shift," said Jessica. "It's a crash course into what matters most.” Read more
  • Photo of Valarie K.Valarie K.

    “We have to go 60 miles from her home to the clinic for her treatments so this assistance is invaluable to us. This is especially invaluable on a fixed income. We are so grateful to CancerCare.” Read more
  • Photo of Kathryn W.Kathryn W.

    “Some of the most important things to keep in mind while caring for a loved one is that it’s important to listen to them and give them a safe space, but also to have them listen to you and let them take care of you a little bit sometimes.” Read more
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