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There’s a lot to think about when you’re living with cancer — whether you’re diagnosed or close to someone who is. Get support, build knowledge, and connect with others through classes, lectures, social events, and supportive groups led by our experts. All services and programs are at no cost to you.
Oncology experts and community volunteers are a big part of what we do.
We have temporary canceled in-person programs. Monday (3/16) through Saturday (3/21) we will be offering online programs. Registration will begin on Monday (3/16).
The programs listed below will resume at a later date.
Please check here for online program listings.
Caregiver Support Group
Staff Registration Required
Network with other caregivers in this ongoing 8-week support group meets at the same time as the Cancer Support Group.
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Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer Support Group
Staff Registration Required
Join other women facing metastasis of their breast cancer. This weekly group will focus on the ongoing challenges that arise from dealing with treatment, relationships, and facing the future.
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Living with Recurrent or Metastatic Cancer Support Group
Drop-ins Welcome
This weekly group focuses on issues regarding recurrent and metastatic cancer and welcomes individuals diagnosed as well as family members supporting a loved one with cancer. Caregivers are welcome to attend with or without the individual with cancer.
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Spiritual Side of Cancer
Drop-ins Welcome
The focus of this monthly group is to create an environment in which people feel free to discuss the challenges and joys found in the spiritual side of the cancer journey.
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Young Adults with Cancer Networking Group
Drop-ins Welcome
This group provides emotional support and an opportunity to meet other young adults receiving treatment.
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Brain Tumor Networking
Drop-ins Welcome
Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer and their caregiver.
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Breast Cancer Networking
Drop-ins Welcome
Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer and their caregiver.
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Colon/Rectal Cancers Networking
Drop-ins Welcome
Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.
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Gynecologic Cancers Networking
Drop-ins Welcome
Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.
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Head & Neck Cancers Networking
Drop-ins Welcome
An opportunity for people with head and neck cancers and their caregivers to share their cancer stories, connect with others in similar circumstances and improve their coping skills.
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Leukemia & Lymphoma Cancers Networking
Drop-ins Welcome
Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.
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Multiple Myeloma Cancer Networking
Drop-ins Welcome
Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.
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Pancreatic Cancer Networking
Drop-ins Welcome
Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.
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Prostate Cancer Networking
Drop-ins Welcome
Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.
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Bereavement Drop-in
Drop-ins Welcome
For recently bereaved adults who have had a cancer-related loss.
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Transitions for Spouses
Staff Registration Required
This is a committed bereavement support group to help spouses and partners develop coping techniques. The group meets twice every month.
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Transitions Alumni Networking
Alumni Drop-ins Encouraged
Join other adults who have completed the Transitions for Spouses or Turtles bereavement programs at this monthly group to continue
supporting one another.
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Chicago – Gynecologic Cancer Support Group
Drop-ins Welcome
Ongoing support group for women with gynecologic cancers to share medical information, connect with others in similar circumstances and improve their coping skills.
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Chicago – Breast Cancer Support Group
Drop-ins Welcome
Ongoing support group for women with breast cancer to share medical information, connect with others in similar circumstances and improve their coping skills.
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Cancer Support Group
Staff Registration Required
Ongoing 8-week support group for people with cancer to share medical information, connect with others in similar circumstances and improve their coping skills. This group meets at the same time as the Caregiver Support Group.
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UI Health Cancer Clinic – Cancer Connections
Drop-ins Welcome
An opportunity for people with cancer to share their cancer stories, connect with others in similar circumstances and improve their coping skills.
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Melanoma Networking
Drop-ins Welcome
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Oak Park (Rush) – Cancer Connections
Drop-ins Welcome
This group provides an opportunity for people with cancer and their caregivers to share information, connect with others in similar circumstances and improve coping skills.
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Mile Square Health Center – Young Adult Networking Group
Walk-ins Welcome or Register Online
This group is part of an international initiative to recognize and address the unique circumstances related to lifestyle, work, school, family life, and emotional development that young adults face when living with cancer.
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Mile Square Health Center – General Cancer Support Group
Walk-ins Welcome or Register Online
Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.
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Oak Park (Rush) – Breast Cancer Support Group
Drop-ins Welcome
This group provides an opportunity for breast cancer survivors to come together to exchange information and strategies for making decisions and navigating the breast cancer experience.
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Meaning-Centered Group for those with a Cancer Diagnosis and Caregivers
Staff Registration Required
This group will begin February 11
This is an 8-week, committed group open to anyone who has or has had a cancer diagnosis, and also to anyone who is tending emotionally and/or physically to a loved one with a cancer diagnosis.
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Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy Group for the Bereaved
Staff Registration Required
THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELLED
This is an 8-week, committed group open to participants who have lost a loved one to cancer and who have regularly attended Drop-In Bereavement Group or Transitions for Spouses.
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Bereavement Networking Group for Those Who Have Lost a Parent
Drop-Ins Welcome
Join other bereaved adults (age 18 and older) who have lost a parent to cancer.
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Young Adults: Day of Renewal
Registration Required
This virtual program will provide opportunities to learn about coping strategies related to social isolation, yoga, and cooking skills with Wellness House experts!
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Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy Alumni Networking Group
Staff Registration Required
Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy (MCP) course at Wellness House are invited to participate in this monthly peer networking group.
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Carcinoid Cancer Networking
Drop-ins Welcome
Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.
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Chicago – Head and Neck Support Group
Drop-ins Welcome
Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.
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Chicago – Women’s Cancer Support Group
Drop-ins Welcome
This support group provides an open environment for women in the community to discuss their cancer diagnoses, share ideas and support one another during and after their cancer treatment.
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Sarcoma Cancers Networking
Drop-ins Welcome
This bi-monthly group is for anyone diagnosed with a sarcoma tumor and their caregivers.
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GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors)
Drop-ins Welcome
Wellness House is hosting this group organized by the Chicago-area chapter of the Life Raft Group, and is for anyone diagnosed with GIST and their caregivers.
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Lung Cancer Networking Group
Drop-ins Welcome
Please join us for a special topic on navigating relationships to help reduce
family and friendship stressors regarding your cancer journey.
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