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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.

Tuesday Morning Bereavement Group

September 1 / 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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

Tuesday Evening Bereavement Support Group

September 1 / 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

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

Mind & Body Classes

Tai Chi

September 1 / 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art that is practiced as a system of exercise, and that consists of a series of postures performed slowly and continuously with relaxed abdominal breathing. It is sometimes called moving meditation and it can be practiced without any special equipment. It’s sure to help with joint flexibility, balance and calming the mind.

Acupuncture (in-person only)

September 1 / 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Acupuncturist, Dr. Tierra Hardin, with Nobel Integrative Health, will be offering auriculotherapy acupuncture on the first Tuesday of every month from 12:30-2:00 PM. Auriculotherapy (ear) acupuncture focuses on anxiety, pain, and stress. A wavier must be signed at the start of class. 

The Importance of Physical Therapy and Exercise During and After Cancer Treatment

September 16 / 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Patricia Horning, a physical therapist specializing in oncology rehabilitation, will discuss the vital role that physical therapy and exercise can play during and after cancer treatment.
Learn how movement can help manage treatment-related side effects, improve strength, mobility, and endurance, reduce fatigue, and enhance overall quality of life. This informative session will also provide practical strategies for staying active safely and demonstrate how exercise can support recovery, resilience, and long-term wellness.

Prostate Cancer Summit

September 19 / 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Join us for a day of expert guidance, helpful resources, and connection for those affected by prostate cancer.

Special Activities

Hope Chest Boutique

September 2 / 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

September 9 / 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.