If you or a loved one is navigating the challenges of cancer, finding the right support group can be a crucial step in your journey. There are several outstanding support groups dedicated to providing comfort, understanding, and practical help all throughout Syracuse.
These groups are free and open to the public, offering a space for connection and shared experiences.
If you or a loved one was diagnosed with cancer later than you should have been, the Porter Law Group is here to assist you and may be able to recover compensation on behalf of negligent medical staff. Contact us at 833-PORTER9 or email info@porterlawteam.com to see how we can help.
Here are some of the top cancer support groups in Syracuse:
1. Young Women’s Breast Cancer Support Group
Website: https://www.hoacny.com/
Address: 5008 Brittonfield Parkway, East Syracuse, NY
Contact: (315) 472-7504 ext 1068
This support group, hosted by Hematology-Oncology Associates of CNY, is specifically for young women in their 20s to 40s diagnosed with breast cancer.
Meetings are held bi-monthly, offering a safe and understanding environment to discuss unique challenges. The group gathers on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays each month from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. at 5008 Brittonfield Parkway, East Syracuse, NY. RSVPs are appreciated at 315-472-7504 ext. 1068 or pcoffey@hoacny.com.
2. Head and Neck Cancer Support Group of CNY
Website: https://www.upstate.edu/
Address: 750 East Adams Street, Syracuse NY 13210
Contact: 315 464-HOPE (4673)
This group meets monthly to offer support and education to patients, survivors, and caregivers dealing with head and neck cancer. Meetings focus on self-help and group support, featuring speakers and discussions about coping with the disease and its treatment.
They convene on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30-6:30 p.m. virtually via Zoom. For more information and a Zoom link, email tiffanys@upstate.edu.
3. Laurie’s Hope Breast Cancer Support Program – YMCA of Greater Syracuse
Website: https://www.ymcacny.org/
Address: 340 Montgomery Street, Syracuse, NY 13202
Contact: (315) 303-5966 ext 232
Laurie’s Hope provides a one-year free YMCA membership to breast cancer survivors. The program supports survivors and their families by promoting physical fitness, dietary improvement, and connection with other survivors. It aims to reduce fatigue and stress, boost confidence, and enhance health advocacy skills.
4. Men to Men Prostate Cancer Support Group
Website: https://www.upstate.edu/cancer/cancer-care/
Address: One Telergy Parkway/6333 State Route 298, East Syracuse, NY 13057
Contact: (315) 243-6918
This group is dedicated to helping men deal with prostate cancer. It offers community-based education and support, focusing on self-help and group support. Free monthly meetings feature discussions between speakers and participants about prostate cancer, its treatment, side-effects, and coping strategies.
Meetings are held online or in-person at 5 p.m. on the last Thursday of every month at OASIS/HEALTHLINK, One Telergy Parkway/6333 State Route 298, East Syracuse, NY 13057. Meetings are not conducted during major holidays and in December. The group is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital but welcomes patients from all area hospitals.
5. Sisters in Strength – Hope for Heather
Website: https://www.hopeforheather.org/
Address: N/A
Contact: support@hopeforheather.org
Hosted by Frieda Weeks of Hope for Heather, Sister in Strength is a support group provided for women newly diagnosed or survivors of cancer. They meet every 2nd Wednesday of each month via Zoom, offering social and crafting activities focused on emotional support and understanding treatments. For more information or request to attend the next meeting, contact support@hopeforheather.org.
6. Camp Good Days & Special Times
Website: https://www.campgooddays.org/year-round-programs
Address: 356 North Midler Ave, Syracuse, NY 13206
Contact: 315-434-9477
With free summer camping programs and year-round recreational activities, Camp Good Days is a place for families affected by cancer or sickle cell anemia. Their services offered are for children with cancer or sickle cell anemia, children who have or lost a parent or sibling with cancer. They also have adult oncology programs for women and men who have or have had cancer.
7. Cancer Connects
Website: https://cancerconnects.org/
Address: 5000 Brittonfield Pkwy. Suite A106 – PO Box 2010 – East Syracuse, NY 13057
Contact: (315) 634-5004
Cancer Connects is committed to making the cancer journey more manageable for patients in Central New York. They offer a range of free programs and services to cancer patients, irrespective of their healthcare provider or hospital. Their mission is to provide support that transcends medical affiliations.
8. 13Thirty Cancer Connect
Website: https://13thirty.org/
Address: 1035 7th North Street, Suite E., Liverpool, NY 13088
Contact: (585) 563-6221
13Thirty Cancer Connect is dedicated in helping adolescents and young adults (AYAs) impacted by cancer live their life to the fullest. They have resources such as monthly programs and events to enhance social skills, build create meaningful bonds, develop self-advocacy and effective self-management tools for long-term health.
Online and Telephone Support Groups
Cancer Survivors Network (CSN) – American Cancer Society
Website: https://csn.cancer.org/
Contact: N/A
The CSN provides a platform for cancer survivors and their families to connect through discussion boards and chatrooms. It’s a space for sharing practical information, offering support, and building friendships within a community that understands and cares.
Cancer Care
Website: https://www.cancercare.org/support_groups
Contact: (800) 813-HOPE (4673)
Cancer Care offers a variety of support services, including telephone, online, and face-to-face counseling. They also provide support groups, educational resources, publications, and financial assistance to people struggling with cancer and their families, ensuring a comprehensive support system.
MyLifeLine.org
Website: https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/cancer-support-helpline
Contact: 888-793-9355
MyLifeLine offers free support and navigation online and by phone through their Cancer Support Helpline. They provide valuable information and resources to support cancer patients or their loved such as information about cancer, local support groups, and more. Support is available Monday – Thursday, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. ET and Friday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. ET.
Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC)
Website: https://www.lbbc.org/about-breast-cancer/emotional-health/online-breast-cancer-support-groups
Contact: (855) 807 6386 or (610) 645-4567
LBBC provides a safe space for those who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. They offer three separate and private Facebook support groups dedicated for young women, high risk/concerned patients and all ages & stages.
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN)
Contact: (877) 272-6226
PanCAN provides information on online and telephone support groups for those dealing with pancreatic cancer. Support is available Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. PST.
Thyroid Cancer Survivors’ Association – American Cancer Society
Website: https://www.thyca.org/
Contact: 315-491-4846 (Michelle Dougan) or syracuse-ny@thyca.org
Since October 1995, ThyCa has dedicated their efforts in providing a platform to educate and support the global thyroid cancer community. On their website, you can find current information on thyroid cancer and ongoing inputs from thyroid cancer specialists.
Get Legal Support for Cancer Challenges
These national organizations provide crucial support for individuals and families affected by various types of cancer. They offer platforms for education, sharing, and community building, helping to ease the journey through cancer treatment and survivorship.
And if you or your loved ones were diagnosed with cancer late or didn’t have proper testing ordered because of a medical provider’s negligence, the Porter Law Group is here to support you.
We specialize in maximizing settlements so you can focus on your health. With no upfront fees and a commitment to your rights, we’re your advocates in this challenging time. For a free consultation, contact us at 833-888-LATE or email info@porterlawteam.com.
