Breast Cancer Support Groups
| Programs | Date | Time | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breast Cancer Support - Ongoing Ongoing groups for women recently diagnosed with breast cancer, those still undergoing treatment, and those who have completed treatment. |
Various Days See detail page for dates |
See detail page for times | Bronx Brooklyn Manhattan Queens |
| Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Telephone Support | Mondays August 19 September 2, 16 October 7, 21 November 4, 18 December 2, 16 |
8:30-9:30 pm ET | Telephone |
| Breast Cancer Post-Treatment Support Group For women who have completed treatment for breast cancer, to navigate life after breast cancer. |
Wednesdays September 25 October 23 November 20 |
6-7:30pm | Manhattan |
| DCIS Support Group For women diagnosed with DCIS, to understand treatment options and choose what's best for them. |
Mondays September 9 October 7 November 4 December 2 |
6-7:30pm | Manhattan |
| Breast and Ovarian Cancer Support for Women of African Descent | Tuesdays August 20 September 3 October 1,15 November 19 December 3,17 |
1st Tuesday 5:00-6:30 pm 3rd Tuesday 4:00-5:30 pm |
Harlem |
| Breast Cancer Support - Japanese | Fridays August 23 September 13, 27 October 11, 25 November 8, 22 December 13, 27 |
2nd Friday 6-7:30pm 4th Friday 12:30-2pm |
Manhattan |
| Coping with Aromatase Inhibators and Tamoxifen Women who are currently taking or considering aromatase inhibitors or tamoxifen meet to discuss life on these medications and strategize ways to maintain quality of life. |
Thursdays September 19 October 17 November 21 December 19 |
6-7:30pm | Manhattan |
| Westchester Breast & Ovarian Cancer Support Group This group is provided in partnership by SHARE and Westchester Medical Center and facilitated by both a peer and a social worker. |
Thursdays September 5 October 3 November 7 December 5 |
1:30-3pm | Westchester |
Finding a great doctor and the right treatment is only part of getting through breast cancer-- getting the right support is also critical. That's why SHARE offers a range of support groups for breast cancer, including:
- online support groups
- support groups for breast cancer patients
- survivor support groups
- breast cancer support groups for husbands and other caregivers
Not sure if a support group is right for you? Each SHARE support group is a low-pressure, empowering opportunity to exchange experiences, information, and care with women who understand what you're going through. Research shows that women with a strong community of support have better health outcomes. Our breast cancer support groups and cover a variety of different experiences and themes, so you can get the help that's right for you.
Our local breast cancer support groups and online community are led by trained breast cancer survivors and touch on a wide variety of experiences and topics, so you can get the right support no matter where you are. We also offer a free breast cancer support hotline at 844.ASK.SHARE, where you can speak with a trained breast cancer survivor who will discuss your treatment options, offer encouragement, or connect you with resources. Click the pink helpline badge on the right to call!
