Our Celebration of Hope is Just Around the Corner
Spend St. Patrick’s Day with us in support of our great programs! The event is free but please donate what you can.
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No One Should Face Cancer Alone.
Our free, professionally led programs for people with cancer and their loved ones deal with the emotional and physical impact of cancer. Come to Hope Connections in Bethesda, Landover, or online for emotional support, education, wellness, and hope.
What to Expect
How does it feel to join Hope Connections? For many, it's like coming home.
How to Get Started
If you're ready to start your journey with us, sign up for orientation!
Attend Our Events
We have so many fun events you can attend to support Hope Connections or just to socialize!
Is Hope Connections Right for You?
Hear personal stories from actual Hope Connections participants, then click below to learn more about getting started.
User Stories
Our participants say it best. Learn from people with cancer and their caregivers how we can help you.
Rex’s Story
The second time my wife sprained her ankle for seemingly no reason, it seemed odd,…
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Irene’s Story
We asked Irene how critical Hope Connections was to her, after she was diagnosed with…
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Janelle’s Story
When my mom was diagnosed with non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, it didn’t fully register that, as a…
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See some examples of the programs we provide.
Support Groups
This professionally facilitated support group is for individuals diagnosed with any type of cancer. Learn new ways of coping and connect with others who are going through a similar experience.
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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.
Learn more >Mind & Body Classes
Wednesdays, 10 – 11 a.m., led by Amy Morrison, RYT-200
These classes combine stretching, breathing, and relaxation exercises to help improve muscle tone, aid in stress management, and promote a sense of well-being.
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These classes combine stretching, breathing, and relaxation exercises to help improve muscle tone, aid in stress management, and promote a sense of well-being.
Learn more >Education Programs
When it comes to the language of science and medicine, there is no Rosetta Stone. Bill Hearl, Ph.D. will attempt to provide some guidance on how to navigate through all the jargon in order to help you understand the many types of cancer – related articles and websites on the Internet.
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Dr. Wilfredo Gamez, MD and Clinical Director of Peake ReLeaf specializes in the fields of aging and addiction to medicine. Dr. Gamez will present on the basics of medical cannabis, including how medical cannabis works and how medical cannabis can be utilized to alleviate symptoms associated with cancer. He will also explain how to become a medical cannabis patient in Maryland.
Learn more >Special Activities
An evening to celebrate fifteen years of providing
free programs of emotional support, education, wellness and hope for people with cancer and their loved ones.
To register, visit: https://bit.ly/Celebration2021
Hope Connections Closed – Federal Holiday
Learn more >Partners and Sponsorships
These caring individuals and businesses provide us with vital support. We work hard to make participation a valuable and enjoyable experience!
Amy Weinberg & Norbert Hornstein
William & Maureen Hearl
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.