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Peer-to-Peer Support at Henry Ford Health Cancer

At Henry Ford Cancer, you’ll find a range of peer-to-peer support options designed to meet you where you are. We offer diagnosis-specific and caregiver support groups, one-on-one mentoring through Imerman Angels, and expert guidance from our Cancer Support Specialists. You can also join health and wellness workshops and stay informed with our survivor-centered newsletter. Whether participating in person or signing up for a virtual group, we’re here to help you find understanding, encouragement, and practical support from people who truly get it.

 

  • Join a support group

    Connect with others who understand your experience through diagnosis-specific and caregiver groups offered both in person and virtually by registration. Click on a link below for more information or to sign up for a program.

    Blood Cancer

    A welcoming virtual space to learn and connect with others who are also navigating life during and after a blood cancer diagnosis.

    Brain Tumor

    An educational meeting for those with brain tumors and their caregivers.

    Breast and Gynecological Cancer

    A group for women who are at any stage of their breast or gynecological cancer journey.

    Breast Cancer Empower Hour

    Free weekly empowerment and education session specially designed for those with a breast cancer diagnosis.

    Caregiver Support Groups

    The Henry Ford CARE program offers virtual and in-person support groups, especially for caregivers.

    Cancer Support Groups

    A support group for those coping with any type of cancer is offered at each of the following locations and virtually.

    Visit the following location links to see dates and times of each group:

    Cancer Support Group for Women

    A support group for women actively in treatment who want to build a support network, learn about resources and discuss the cancer experience.

    Coffee Talk Women’s Wellness Group

    A group for women diagnosed with cancer who are seeking camaraderie, peer support and guidance as they strive to achieve their wellness goals.

    Deaf Cancer Patient Support Group

    This group is for cancer patients who are deaf/hearing impaired and their caregivers.

    Head and Neck Cancer

    A support meeting for current patients, caregivers and survivors of head and neck cancer.

    Metastatic Cancer

    A group for those coping with cancer as a chronic illness. Monthly speakers cover topics of interest for those diagnosed with metastatic cancer and their families.

    Neurofibromatosis Support Group

    An education and support group for those affected by neurofibromatosis types 1 and 2.

    Henry Ford Health Cancer Facebook Group

    A place where Henry Ford cancer patients, post-treatment survivors, caregivers and family members can interact to share resources and help each other navigate this unique journey no one chose to be on.

  • Participate in a health and wellness program

    Build resilience and find balance with workshops focused on mindfulness, movement, coping skills, and overall emotional well-being.

    Yoga

    Practicing yoga can lead to increased strength, flexibility and balance, improved mood and better sleep, all of which are beneficial while recovering from cancer treatment. Henry Ford offers yoga at different locations across the health system.

    Register for a class using the links below:

    Relaxing Meditation

    Henry Ford Cancer has partnered with the International Institute of Yoga Therapy to offer free virtual meditation for cancer patients, survivors and their caregivers or family members.

    Sound Bath and Meditation

    An in-person guided sound bath and meditation session in partnership with Detroit health organization The Village Personal Training and Wellness.

  • Learn how to cope with cancer

    Access trusted tools, education, and guidance to help you navigate treatment, emotions, and everyday challenges throughout your cancer journey.

    Cancer PATH: Thriving and Surviving

    An interactive 6-week workshop designed to help individuals with any kind of cancer improve their health and feel better. RSVP by phone (517) 592-1974 or via email.

    Creating a Total Image

    A comprehensive workshop designed for adult cancer patients to help them navigate through appearance-related challenges during treatment.

    Eating Well with Cancer

    Henry Ford Cancer dietitians have created a personalized class to put you on the track to healthy eating during cancer treatment and beyond.

    Mind Over Matter

    Learn tips and tools to handle the big feelings that often come after a cancer diagnosis. Hosted by the Henry Ford Cancer integrated case management team.

  • Find one-on-one support

    Receive personalized encouragement and insight through Imerman Angels mentoring and support from our Cancer Support Specialists.

    Imerman Angels

    If you’re a cancer patient, survivor, caregiver or someone with a genetic risk of cancer, get support from someone who’s been in your shoes through Imerman Angels.

    Imerman Angels is the world leader in free, personalized one-on-one cancer support. If you are interested in getting support from a “Mentor Angel” or becoming a “Mentor Angel” to support someone else, you can learn more on the Imerman Angels website or by asking your cancer doctor, nurse or social worker.

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Contact a Cancer Support Specialist

If you have questions about any of the programs on this page, or about other cancer support services, don’t hesitate to contact a cancer support specialist:

  • Send us an email
  • Call (313) 556-8179 (M-F, 9am-2pm)
  • Visit us in-person at the Patient Resource Center at Henry Ford Cancer- Detroit

 

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