Why Seek a Cancer Support Group Online?
Even though most cancer care centers have excellent cancer support groups, some people prefer an online cancer support group. For some, the format of a large group of people, most of whom are strangers, can be overwhelming.
In these cases, an online cancer support group or "cancer buddy" might be a good option. The following list is not intended to be comprehensive. It is designed to provide a starting point for people who are interested in online support options.
The Association of Cancer Online Resources is an excellent place to find additional online resources about cancer, including mailing lists, message boards, and online cancer support groups.
Association of Cancer Online Resources
The Cancer Buddies Network can connect you with an online "cancer buddy", a person who's been in the same situation you are in, and who can walk through the cancer journey with you.
Cancer Buddies Network
Cancer Care offers telephone counseling, teleconferences on a variety of cancer-related topics, and both telephone and online support groups
Cancer Care
Cancer Compass offers a message board where you can connect with others affected by cancer and other cancer support resources.
Cancer Compass
Planet Cancer is designed specifically to offer support to young people affected by cancer.
Planet Cancer
The Wellness Community offers a virtual (online) community of people affected by cancer who can offer support and information to others affected by cancer.
The Wellness Community
