Coping with life-threatening illness is a heavy burden to carry alone, so it is not surprising that one of the most helpful of many strategies associated with cancer is the help of a support group. In fact, research by Dr. David Spiegel at Stanford & others has shown that coping with the stress factors associated with cancer may not only increase peace of mind, but may also improve one’s physical condition.

Started in 1990, our Coping with Cancer Support Group provides an opportunity for persons with any stage of cancer, as well as family members or friends of someone with cancer, to come together to discuss concerns and share ideas in a safe and welcoming environment.

Information, support, and stress management strategies are provided to help improve coping with this serious illness. Confidentiality is key to the success of the group, as is a non-judgmental attitude, and participants feel free to pursue whatever type of treatment they feel is appropriate for them.

Meetings are facilitated by a health care professional, and are held at the Hospice Office of Nantucket Cottage Hospital on every other Monday from 1-2:30PM.

Individual support from a member of our staff or from a member of the group is also available.

All services are provided free of charge. For further information, please contact us at 508.825.8325, or nchhospice@nantucket.net.

The Coping with Cancer Support Group is a Supportive Care Program of Hospice Care of Nantucket. Unlike other hospices, services of Hospice Care of Nantucket are not limited to treatment of persons with terminal illness, but are available to persons facing any stage of any serious illness, even when cure and recovery are anticipated. Our goal is to help people live as well as possible for as long as possible.