Patient Support Group
Patient support groups in cancer care are essential for providing emotional, social, and practical support to patients, survivors, and caregivers. These groups offer a safe space to share experiences, learn from others, and feel less alone during a challenging journey.
Benefits of Cancer Support Groups:
- Emotional Support:
- Connects patients with others who truly understand what they’re going through
- Reduces feelings of isolation, anxiety, and depression
- Education and Awareness:
- Learn about treatments, side effects, coping strategies, nutrition, and more
- Practical Help:
- Tips for handling work, finances, caregiving, and hospital visits
- Inspiration and Hope:
- Stories from survivors and long-term patients often offer encouragement and motivation
- Caregiver Support:
- Special sessions for family members to cope with stress and burnout.
Types of Support Groups:
- Condition-Specific: Breast cancer, prostate cancer, blood cancers, etc.
- Demographic-Specific: Young adults, elderly, caregivers, children
- Language or Culture-Based: Groups in regional languages or tailored to cultural beliefs
- Online Support Groups: WhatsApp, Zoom, or forums for patients who can’t attend in person
Onco Well Cancer Hospital run regular support group meetings, workshops, or survivorship events. These are often led by:
- Psycho-oncologists
- Onco-social workers
- Cancer survivors
- Nutritionists or palliative care teams