Peer support

Groups and mentors with shared cancer experiences.

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CancerCare

Support groups for patients, caregivers and people grieving a cancer loss, plus individual counseling for eligible New York and New Jersey residents. Oncology social workers lead the support.

Peer supportEducation & informationCounseling

Nonprofit

Pickles Group

Peer groups for children and teens ages 6–18 whose parent or guardian has cancer, including ongoing groups for advanced illness and after a parent’s death.

Peer supportFamily & caregiversGrief & loss

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