CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP: A safe place to discuss the challenges and stresses of caring for a loved one with cancer. It is an opportunity to receive support, share feelings, and gain insight from other caregivers. Come join us.
For more information, email supportgroups@hogonc.com or call (479) 334-2263.
Cancer Connection Programs The following programs are designed to connect cancer patients with other individuals that have experienced the same type of cancer and treatment or professionals with a wealth of experience with a particular disease. Simply call one of following programs that apply, and explain your diagnosis and situation. They will review their volunteer registry to find the best possible match, and then have that individual contact you back.
- THE ANDERSON NETWORK (through MD Anderson- adult volunteer database) 1-800-345-6324
- NWA MYELOMA SUPPORT GROUP The NWA Myeloma Support Group is for patients, caregivers, family and friends. This group will provide education, support, and the opportunity to share personal experiences. A Hope Cancer Resources social worker will facilitate. This group meets the first Wednesday of every month from 11:00am-12:30pm at Hope Cancer Resources. Lunch will be provided. Option to join virtually via Zoom. For more information, please contact: Julie Kientz, LSW: 479-361-5847 Email: nwa@imfsupport.org
Northwest Arkansas Cancer Support Groups
CANCER HOPE NETWORK 1-877-467-3638
CANCER SURVIVORS NETWORK 1-877-333-4673
PINK DIVAS BREAST CANCER 2nd Friday of the month at 11:00am at Circle of Life. Call 479-422-2372.
SPOHNC- Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer Dedicated to meeting the emotional, physical, and humanistic needs of oral, head, and neck cancer patients and their caregivers. Contact Lissa at (479) 381-2130.
NWA MYELOMA SUPPORT GROUP The NWA Myeloma Support Group is for patients, caregivers, family and friends. This group will provide education, support, and the opportunity to share personal experiences. A Hope Cancer Resources social worker and a 22-year Myeloma survivor will facilitate. This group meets the first Tuesday of every month from 11:30am-1:00pm at Hope Cancer Resources. Lynch will be provided by Takeda Pharmaceuticals. Contact Julie Klentx, LSW at julie.kientz@hopecancerresources.org.
THE HOPE BRIGADE; A MEN’S SUPPORT GROUP A community of men standing together to face the challenges of living with cancer, whatever stage of the battle we may find ourselves in. Meal provided. Group organized by Hope Cancer Resources at 5835 W. Sunset Ave. in Springdgale, AR 72762. The group is facilitated by Charles Johnston, LSW. Contact Charles at charles.johnston@hopecancerresources.org
LEAN IN: WOMEN UNDER 50 This group educates, encourages, and supports women under the age of 50 in the community diagnosed with cancer. The event provides dinner during meetings. The group is organized by Hope Cancer Resources and meetings take place at 5835 W. Sunset Ave. in Springdale. Meetings are facilitated by Shawnna Allbritton, LCSW. For more information or to attend contact Shawnna at shawnna.allbritton@hopecancerresources.org.
VIVIENDO CON CÁNCER Este grupo de apoyo y educación, es para Pacientes Hispanos y sus seres queridos que tengan cáncer. Toda la comunicación del grupo será en Español. Cena incluida. Facilitador es Tania Martinez, LSW. Contacto Tania, tania.martinez@hopecancerresources.org.
