You can connect with others going through a similar cancer experience
by joining one of our many support groups. Our support groups are safe and supportive. They bring people from all walks of life together to share their concerns about their blood cancer experience without the fear of being judged or misunderstood.
If you are feeling a sense of detachment or isolation even if you are surrounded by friends and family who care for you, joining a support group may give you an extra outlet to validate your feelings among people who are also experiencing cancer. You will learn from their experiences and have opportunities to share your own coping methods and practical information.
If you are feeling a sense of detachment or isolation even if you are surrounded by friends and family who care for you, joining a support group may give you an extra outlet to validate your feelings among people who are also experiencing cancer. You will learn from their experiences and have opportunities to share your own coping methods and practical information.
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I joined the support group to learn coping strategies post treatment and continue to attend for the community support. The participants and facilitators have so much insight, understanding and advice that makes me feel not alone in my cancer journey.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are currently offering support groups online (virtually) only.
Virtual Support Groups
In the comfort of your home, meet with other people affected by a blood cancer to connect with others who are going through a similar experience.
- Discuss various topics related to your situation
- Share personal learning
- Encourage each other
Professionally facilitated
People diagnosed with a blood cancer, survivors and caregivers from the Prairies and British Columbia are welcome.
Western Canada Virtual Support Groups
Two groups available to accommodate your schedule:
- 2nd Tuesday of the month, 7:00 pm MT
- 4th Wednesday of every other month, 7:00 pm MT
Spaces are limited.
For more information and to register:
403-451-5430
Desiree.naylor@lls.org
Eastern Canada Virtual Support Group
Groups available:
- General Blood Cancer Support Group
- Virtual Support Group for those living with or caring for a loved one with an acute blood cancer (Lymphoma, Myeloma, Myelodysplastic Syndrome, or Myeloproliferative Neoplasm)
- Every second Thursday of the month from September to June, at 6 PM EST
- Spaces are limited.
- For more information and to register:
- 647-253-5542
- Alexandra.clarke@lls.org
- Chronic Leukemia Support Group
- Virtual Support Group for those living with or caring for a loved one with a chronic leukemia (CLL or CML).
- Every third Wednesday of the month from September to June at 6pm EST
- Spaces are limited.
- For more information and to register:
- 902-482-9713
- Charlotte.hall-coates@lls.org
Sign up early
We limit the number of people joining our support groups so that each participant feels supported in an intimate setting. Please sign up early to ensure you can join the group that’s right for you.