There are many prostate cancer support groups available, both in person and online. Prostate cancer support groups can be a valuable resource for people who are coping with prostate cancer. They can provide emotional support, information, and practical support.
Here are a few:
Man2Man. This national organization offers support groups for men with prostate cancer and their partners. They have groups in many different locations, as well as online support groups.
Us TOO International. This national organization offers support groups for men with prostate cancer and their partners. They have groups in many different locations, and they also offer online support groups.
Prostate Cancer Foundation. The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) offers a variety of support services, including support groups. PCF has support groups in many different locations, and they also offer online support groups.
ZERO – The Project to End Prostate Cancer. ZERO offers support groups for men with prostate cancer and their partners. They have groups in many different locations, and they also offer online support groups.
CancerCare. Professional oncology social workers provide free emotional and practical support for people with cancer, caregivers, loved ones and the bereaved. They offer support groups for men with prostate cancer, as well as online support groups.
Informed Prostate Cancer Support Group (IPCSG). This San Diego, California-based group offers support, monthly meetings with expert speakers, and a newsletter for individuals with prostate cancer.
MaleCare. Malecare is America’s leading men’s cancer survivor support and advocacy national nonprofit organization. Malecare, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, run by oncologists, psychologists, and social workers.
Imerman Angels. This group provides free, personalized one-on-one cancer support for cancer fighters, survivors, previvors and caregivers.
There are many other groups available, so you should be able to find one that is convenient for you. If you are interested in joining a prostate cancer support group,
- Ask your doctor for a referral. Your doctor may be able to recommend a support group in your area.
- Search online for prostate cancer support groups in your area. There are many websites that list prostate cancer support groups.
- Contact a prostate cancer organization. Many of these offer support groups.
Once you have found a few prostate cancer support groups that you are interested in, you can contact them to learn more about them. They will be able to tell you about their meeting times, locations, and formats.
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