Program Guide

Support Groups

Connect and build community with young adults (18-45) who have been diagnosed with cancer. Programs provide an opportunity for social networking and creative outlets to assist with coping. 

Meets online the second Thursday of each month. Meets in person at The Gathering Place East the last Thursday of each month. 

Facilitator: Whitney Hadley, MA, MSW, LSW, OSW-C
 

Art, Music & Meditation

Learn how to clear your mind, relax your body, breathe slower and deeper, and go on a 'journey'. Meets virtually or in-person every Monday. Facilitator: Eileen Coan, MA, MLS

Support Groups

Monthly virtual group for individuals in the LGBTQ+ community with any type of cancer. Meets the third Tuesday of every month, 6:00-7:00pm. Facilitator: Brittani Davis, MA, LPCC-S, LICDC

Support Groups

A monthly group for those who have completed cancer treatment. Topics include: fear of recurrence, managing anxiety, work issues, long term side effects, nutrition, exercise, relationships & more. Meets the second Tuesday of every month, 6:30-8:00pm, in Beachwood, and the third Monday of every month, 6:30-8:00pm, in Westlake.

Cancer Specific Support Groups

Monthly support for those diagnosed with lung cancer. This support group will help the individual diagnosed with lung cancer feel more connected, gain information and provide a safe place to express feelings. Held at The Gathering Place Westlake the fourth Tuesday of each month, 2:00-3:30pm. Facilitator: Susan Marinac, MSSA, LISW-S

Cancer Specific Support Groups

Monthly support group for those diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer. Meets the third Tuesday of every month, 6:00-7:30pm. Facilitator: Sarah Axner Gilmore, MSSA, LSW.

Nutrition

Food can be used as a tool to nourish your body during and after cancer treatment. Learn more about our comprehensive nutrition programs and all that we offer, including hands-on cooking classes, meeting one-on-one with a registered dietitian, and more!

Exercise

Sign up for an open gym time to come and workout on your own. Participants must first attend an orientation and complete a health and fitness screening. This program is limited to 6 participants per hour.

Cancer Specific Support Groups

Monthly support group for people with oral, head and neck cancer. Meets virtually the third Friday of every month, 12:00-1:00pm. Facilitator: Brittani Davis, MA, LPCC-S, LICDC

Cancer Specific Support Groups

Monthly virtual support group to support women with ovarian cancer and to provide a space to share feelings, experiences and resources. Meets the third Wednesday of every month, 2:00-3:30pm. Facilitator: Susan Marinac, MSSA, LISW-S