Please call Facing Cancer Together at 617-332-5777 for more information about any of our groups, to make an appointment, or to register. All support groups are facilitated by professional clinicians, and all are free.

Except for the LGBT Cancer Support group (which meets at Fenway Health's Ansin Building at 1340 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02215), all groups meet at FCT Headquarters (430 Walnut Street, Newtonville, MA 02460).

Cancer Support

For adults diagnosed with cancer who would like to explore the impact of cancer on their lives. An intake appointment is required before joining this group.

Caregiver Support

Family/Caregiver groups explore ways of supporting loved ones in their fight for recovery from cancer while getting some much needed personal support for themselves. An intake appointment is required to join this group.

Chinese Brush Painting

Join instructor Randi Meryl and learn the ancient art of Chinese Brush Painting. No experience necessary.

LGBT Cancer Support

A collaborative between Facing Cancer Together and Fenway Health. This group provides a safe space where LGBT people with cancer can meet others facing similar challenges, find comfort and companionship, and learn new ways to cope. Professionally run by a female and male clinician with psycho-oncology experience. Pre-registration is required.

Men's Cancer Networking Group

A drop-in monthly support group for Men provides the opportunity to explore specific issues and concerns with other men, such as the impact of cancer upon work and relationships. No pre-registration required.

Ovarian Cancer Networking Group

A monthly group that explores specific issues and concerns for women who have been diagnosed with or have had ovarian cancer. No pre-registration required.

Writing for Wellness

A weekly writing program for adults with cancer and their caregivers. This writing class is based on the therapeutic benefits of writing for people dealing with challenging life events, such as a cancer diagnosis. No writing experience required.

Yoga

Open to anyone interested in learning to relax the body deeply, reduce anxiety and quiet the mind. Individual attention makes the class safe for mixed levels of ability and wellness.