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Facing cancer?

Find Your Community. Hope Connections offers FREE cancer support groups, mind-body classes, and educational programs for people with cancer and their loved ones.

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What to Expect

A welcoming place.
Join in at your own pace. You can share, ask questions, or simply listen - whatever feels right for you.

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How to Get Started

Start with a Conversation
Complete our short form, and a Hope Connections team member will answer your questions and help you find the right programs.

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Explore Our Programs

Programs that fit your needs.
Explore free support groups, mind-body classes, and educational programs offered online and in person.

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Connect With Community

Meet People Who Understand
Build meaningful connections through programs, special events, and community celebrations.

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FREE online and in-person programs for people with cancer, caregivers, survivors, and people grieving a loss.

A Community Built on Hope

Hope Connections brings people affected by cancer together to connect, learn, and care for their emotional and physical well-being.

Hear from people with cancer and caregivers about their experiences with Hope Connections.

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Help Hope Grow

Become part of our community, whether or not you have cancer.  Learn how you can help Hope Connections ensure that those with cancer get the support, caring, and compassion they need.

Join Our Programs

See some examples of the programs we provide.

Support Groups

Lung Cancer Group

October 7 / 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

This professionally facilitated support group is for individuals who have been diagnosed with lung cancer. Learn new ways of coping and connect with others who are going through a similar experience

Caregivers Group

October 8 / 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Caregivers – Thursday Afternoons
12:00 am to 1:00 pm

Stephanie Stern, LCSW-C

This professionally facilitated support group is for individuals who have a loved one diagnosed with cancer. Learn new ways of coping and connect with others who are going through a similar experience.

Mind & Body Classes

Functional Movement

October 8 / 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Functional Fitness is all about exercises that helps you do the things you do every day—like lifting, bending, reaching, and walking—with more ease and confidence. We’ll use things like bodyweight, dumbbells, and bands to help build strength, balance, and flexibility. Great for all fitness levels, and perfect if you want to feel good and stay active.

Pilates

October 8 / 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

This class is designed for cancer survivors. Healthy lifestyle and positive body image are part of the experience as participants are challenged to regain strength and mobility.

Education Programs

Build Your Personal Advocacy Plan

October 7 / 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Jennifer Stephens, MPH, BCPA, will share practical strategies for communicating your needs, asking questions, and partnering with your oncology team.
You’ll also learn about patient advocacy resources and leave with your own personal advocacy plan.

El Rol de la Fisioterapia y el Ejercicio durante y después del diagnóstico de Cáncer de Mama

October 14 / 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Conoce cómo la fisioterapia y el ejercicio pueden ayudarte a mantener la fuerza, movilidad y función física durante y después del tratamiento del cáncer de mama. 

Aprende estrategias prácticas para mantenerte activa, manejar los efectos del tratamiento e incorporar el movimiento de forma segura a tu día a día.

Esta charla será presentada en español.

Special Activities

Hope Chest Boutique

October 14 / 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Our Boutique features new and gently used women’s clothing and accessories with 100% of our sales going to support the free and professionally led programs offered at Hope Connections. These special programs have been designed to help people with cancer and their loved ones deal with the emotional and physical impact of cancer.

Hope Chest Boutique

October 21 / 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Our Boutique features new and gently used women’s clothing and accessories with 100% of our sales going to support the free and professionally led programs offered at Hope Connections. These special programs have been designed to help people with cancer and their loved ones deal with the emotional and physical impact of cancer.

Partners and Sponsorships

These caring individuals and businesses provide us with vital support. We work hard to make participation a valuable and enjoyable experience!

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Resources for Medical Professionals

We are here to help you treat the whole patient!  We supplement clinical treatment with a range of programs, all offered free of charge.