Support groups provide an opportunity for patients, families, and friends to discuss concerns, ask questions, share information about Roswell Park services, and relate experiences coping with cancer.
The support groups listed below can help patients, families, caregivers and friends learn more about cancer. Call 1-800-ROSWELL (1-800-767-9355) for more information or check out the patient calendar for a full list of activities.
View all support group events The 11 Day Power Play Cancer Resource Center
Groups by cancer or treatment
When: Last Friday of every month, 12-1 p.m.
Location: The 11 Day Power Play Cancer Resource Center
Virtual options are available — participants must contact the facilitator to receive the virtual link.
To register or to receive more information, please contact Therese Kurtz at 716-845-3159 or Therese.Kurtz@RoswellPark.org.
Are you a breast cancer survivor? Attend this free networking support group and talk with other breast cancer survivors about their experiences.
Group for patients under 50 years old: Third Tuesday of every month, 5:30-7 p.m. Learn more
Group for patients over 50 years old: Fourth Thursday of every month, 5:30-7 p.m. Learn more
Metastatic Group: Second Wednesday of every month, 5-7 p.m. Learn more
Location: The 11 Day Power Play Cancer Resource Center
*Virtual option is available for the Metastatic Support Group.
RSVP is required. Please call Rachel Wallmeyer at 716-845-1300 ext.7218 to reserve your spot.
When: Last Friday of every month, 2-3 p.m.
Location: The 11 Day Power Play Cancer Resource Center
Virtual options are available — participants must contact the facilitator to receive the virtual link.
Please RSVP to Alexandra Sanders at 716-845-3159 or Alexandra.Sanders@RoswellPark.org.
When: 1st Monday of every month, 5-6 p.m.
Location: The 11 Day Power Play Cancer Resource Center
Virtual options are available — participants must contact the facilitator to receive the virtual link.
For more information, please call Brian Braun at 716-845-4569.
Interested patients, caregivers, family members & friends are encouraged to join us!
When: 4th Wednesday of every month, 6-7:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual Group — a link to join the virtual meeting will be emailed to participants before the meeting.
For more information, please call Sara Siconolfi at 716-845-1300 ext. 6788 or Sara.Siconolfi@RoswellPark.org
Education, support, and community along the continuum of care from treatment to recovery. Both oncology patients and their caregivers are welcome in a comfortable and open discussion environment. Group sessions initiate with guided discussion topics while welcoming questions and thoughts of those in attendance. We look forward to your company!
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When: 2nd Wednesday of every month, 12-1:30 p.m.
The group will not meet in the months of July or August.
Location: Linda Dobmeier Conference Room, Scott Bieler Clinical Sciences Center, Ground Floor
For more information, please contact Meganne Conrad at 716-845-1301.
Join other prostate cancer patients and their families for an educational evening, featuring Roswell Park experts discussing topics of diet, exercise, ways to manage symptoms, latest treatment advances and more!
When: 2nd Tuesday — January, April, July, October. 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: Gaylord-Cary Conference Room, Ground floor of the Research Studies Center.
For more information, please contact Kaitlin Chidester at 716-845-3159 or Kaitlin.Chidester@RoswellPark.org.
This support group provides emotional and educational support to transplant and cellular therapy patients, survivors, and their caregivers.
When: 3rd Thursday of every month, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Beginning September 21, 2023
Location: The 11 Day Power Play Cancer Resource Center.
For more information, contact Stephanie Glenns-Segal, LMSW, at 716-845-1300 ext. 5262
Groups by community
When: Every Thursday,10:30-11:30 a.m.
Location: The 11 Day Power Play Cancer Resource Center
Art from the Heart offers support and connection with other cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers.
Please RSVP to Cassandra Jackson at Cassandra.Jackson@RoswellPark.org. *Third Thursdays of every month are subject to change.
Many caregivers face stress from every angle — at times it can feel unbearable. Caregivers are urged to find solace, support and relationship-building with other caregivers. We invite you to our safe space where caregivers will connect, unload their struggles and find support in a relaxed setting.
When: First Thursday of every month, 1-2:30 p.m.
The group will not meet in the months of January, February, July or August.
Location: The 11 Day Power Play Cancer Resource Center
Virtual options are available — participants must contact the facilitator to receive the virtual link.
Facilitator: Roswell Park Spiritual Care Department
This program is for adults who have experienced the loss of a spouse, parent,or other loved one. The purpose is to offer understanding, suggestions for coping, support, friendship, and most of all hope to adults in an in-person setting.
When: Second Tuesday of every month, 6:30-8 p.m.
The group will not meet in the month of August.
Location: Christ United Methodist Church
350 Saratoga Road
Amherst, NY 14226
Facilitator: Roswell Park Spiritual Care Department
For more information call 716-845-8051.
For young adults (18-39 years old) with cancer.
When: Once a month, varied based on events.
Location: Community partner locations.
For more information call 716-845-1664 or email Ashley.King@RoswellPark.org.
This support group is for young, grieving individuals between the ages of 20-55 years old who have recently suffered the loss of a spouse.
When: September 19, October 17, November 21, December 19, 2023, January 16, 2024, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: Christ United Methodist Church
350 Saratoga Road
Amherst, NY 14226
Facilitator: Roswell Park Spiritual Care Department
For more information call 716-845-8051.
Additional resources
Look Good Feel Better® at Roswell Park
The Look Good Feel Better® classes can help you cope with the appearance-related effects of your treatment. The volunteer beauty professionals help you with:
- Skin care and makeup application
- Tips on wig selection and wig care
- Hair, nails, and skin changes
- Scarves, turbans, and hats
- Style tips videos
Roswell Park’s Resource Center hosts Look Good Feel Better® classes once a month. For more information or to sign up, call the Resource Center at 716-845-8659.
US TOO Prostate Cancer Support Groups
For prostate cancer patients at all stages of treatment, along with family members and friends. See below for groups, locations and contact information.
VA Medical Center
3495 Bailey Ave
Third floor - Room 301 in Freedom Hall, across from the main elevators.
When: First Tuesday of the month, 7-8 p.m.
Contact: Bill Kreliner at 716-836-4761 or 716-834-9200 ext. 25169
Sisters of Charity Hospital — St. Joe's Campus
1st floor Community Room 1310
2605 Harlem Road
Cheektowaga, NY 14225
When: Third Tuesday of every month, 7-9 p.m.
Contact: Bob Raid at 716-400-1713 or 716-675-3294