Support groups

A networking and sharing group, for patients, caregivers, families, and friends. Everyone is welcome, regardless of where care is received. One-on-one support is also available. 
When: There are two groups that meet each month and people may attend one meeting or both meetings: The Seattle area group meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 7-9 pm. The Everett area group meets the first Wednesday of each month from 6-8 pm.
Where: Due to COVID-19 this group is now meeting virtually through Zoom. Please contact Anita Mitchell at anita@colonstars.org or (206) 778-3532
Phone: (206) 778-3532

Are you a young adult (ages 18-40) currently in active treatment at Seattle cancer Care Alliance for any cancer or potentially malignant disorder? Please join us and meet other young adults undergoing treatment, share your experiences and learn more about living with this diagnosis. Registration is required. To register, please call Megan Nash or James Hnida.
When: Facilitated group meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 4–5:15 pm. Please check the Events Calendar for updates. This group is currently meeting virtually due to COVID-19.
Where: Resource Center on the 3^rd floor at SCCA South Lake Union 
Phone: Megan at (206) 606-1082 and James at (206) 606-6416

Join Julia and Art Chmura for presentations and discussions. Light refreshments are provided.
When: Saturdays, 1–3 pm every few months; contact for more information
Where: SCCA South Lake Union
Email: juliachmura@comcast.net

For women of all ages at high risk of breast or ovarian cancer.
Where: Due to COVID-19 this group is now meeting virtually. Please contact Krystin for more information.
Email: krystint@facingourrisk.org

For women under age 40 at high risk of breast or ovarian cancer. 
Where: Due to COVID-19 this group is now meeting virtually. Please contact Krystin for more information.
Email: krystint@facingourrisk.org

Listen to speakers, get to know each other, share stories of your experience with low-blood platelets, exchange information, and plan future meetings and speakers. https://pdsa.org/support-groups/item/1671-seattle-wa.html 
When: The fourth Sunday in January, April, July, and October from 1–3 pm
Where: Due to COVID-19 this group is now meeting virtually through Zoom. Please contact Tammy Fassett at mtcfassett@gmail.com for more information.

SCCA social workers are a great source of support as well as referrals to support groups. They can be reached at (206) 606-1076 or socialw@seattlecca.org. More information about support groups also is available from the Patient & Family Resource Center at (206) 606-2081.

Seattle Children’s sponsors and hosts a variety of support groups and networks for families of children with special healthcare needs. Most of the groups are led by a social worker or nurse. Parents or parent-staff partnerships facilitate some groups.

View List of Seattle Children's Support Groups

Cancer Lifeline’s Support Groups work to meet the needs of patients, survivors, caregivers, family and friends.

View List of Support Groups 

Cancer Pathways, formerly known as Gilda's Club Seattle, offers support groups for both men and women. There are support groups for newly diagnosed patients, caregivers, bereavement and patients living with cancer for two or more years.  Free of charge and nonprofit, Cancer Pathways offers support and networking groups, lectures, workshops, and social events in a homelike setting.

Adult support groups 
Family support programs.

Phone: (206) 709-1400

Crisis Connections offers 24-hour telephone support for people who are in crisis, as well as referrals to community resources. Call (206) 461-3222 (voice and TDD).

Crisis Connections 

Patient Power® is a trusted name among cancer patients, researchers, doctors, patient advocates, and care partners reached via website, Facebook, and other social channels. The Patient Power® website is organized by cancer type – added to daily – with news from medical conferences, expert interviews, and live chats on social media. Programs feature top global medical experts, dedicated advocates, and inspiring, knowledgeable patients.  
 
Patient Power®

This group offers support for women diagnosed with breast cancer before age 40.

Young Survival Coalition