The Gathering Place's Beachwood and Westlake locations will be closing early on Friday, December 12th at 2pm. We will open on Monday, December 15th at 9am.

Our Mission

The mission of The Gathering Place is to support, educate and empower individuals and families currently coping with the impact of cancer in their lives through programs and services provided free of charge.

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"The hospital saved my life. The Gathering Place saved my soul."

- TGP Participant

Our Philosophy

The programs at The Gathering Place address the body, the mind and the spirit. We recognize that everyone has different needs while coping with cancer and we provide programs and services to meet people where they are on the cancer journey; whether you are the person with cancer or their loved one.

People often describe feeling a sense of peace when they walk through our doors. This comes from being a part of a community. This comes from feeling safe and connected. This comes from knowing you are not alone on your journey.

The Gathering Place believes in treating all people with respect and dignity. We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We pledge to create and maintain an environment that embraces and includes diverse traditions, ethnicities, experiences and orientation.

Our Focus

The Gathering Place reaches individuals wherever they are on their cancer journey with services designed to complement traditional cancer care by addressing the mind, body and spirit through the following FREE programs & services:

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Information & Education Programs
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Medical Librarian Resource Center
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Nutrition & Fitness Programs
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Regina Brett Wig Salon
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Children & Family Support Programs
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Healing Arts
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Individual & Group Support Services
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Art & Music Programs

Here are some of the programs we offer:

Support Groups

Weekly support group for adults with any kind of cancer.

Support Groups

Support group for caregivers, family members and friends of those diagnosed with cancer. 

Art, Music & Meditation

Immerse yourself in the healing power of sound on this relaxing journey using the highest-grade Crystal Alchemy Singing Bowls.

Exercise

Exercise class that builds on balance, stability and body awareness. 

Nutrition

Join this program to explore different nutrition and cancer topics, and watch a cooking demonstration to add to your recipe collection. 

Young Adults

Connect and build community with young adults (18-45) who have been diagnosed with cancer.