No One Should Face Cancer Alone.
Our free, professionally led programs for people with cancer and their loved ones deal with the emotional and physical impact of cancer. Come to Hope Connections in Bethesda, Landover, or online for emotional support, education, wellness, and hope.
What to Expect
How does it feel to join Hope Connections? For many, it's like coming home.
How to Get Started
If you're ready to start your journey with us, sign up for orientation!
Attend Our Events
We have so many fun events you can attend to support Hope Connections or just to socialize!
Is Hope Connections Right for You?
Hear personal stories from actual Hope Connections participants, then click below to learn more about getting started.
Special Event!
Celebration of Hope Gala
Friday, May 10, 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Register at: https://bit.ly/HopeGala24
Our participants say it best. Learn from people with cancer and their caregivers how we can help you.
Rex’s Story
The second time my wife sprained her ankle for seemingly no reason, it seemed odd,…
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We asked Irene how critical Hope Connections was to her, after she was diagnosed with…
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When my mom was diagnosed with non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, it didn’t fully register that, as a…
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See some examples of the programs we provide.
Support Groups
This professionally facilitated support group is for individuals diagnosed with any type of cancer as a young adult. Learn new ways of coping and connect with others who are going through a similar experience.
Learn more >This professionally facilitated support group is for individuals diagnosed with a gastro-intestinal cancer. Learn new ways of coping and connect with others who are going through a similar experience. *Caregivers welcome.
Learn more >Mind & Body Classes
Kym Sevilla, Certified Medical Exercise Specialist, will lead you in an unique exercise class designed to improve your strength, balance and posture, as well as your sense of well-being! All levels of fitness are welcome. Chairs available.
Learn more >May Benatar, PhD, LCSW-C leads this weekly group. Modern science has confirmed that a meditation practice actually changes the brain, strengthens immunity, reduces anxiety, and lowers blood pressure. Join May and learn the skill that once acquired will benefit you in mind, body and spirit.
Learn more >Education Programs
Join Sara Corckran as she shares her inspiring story of facing adversity and coming out better on the other side. Her goal is to provide actionable tools that can be applied to everyday life. Please join us for this uplifting talk with practicable tools to add to your toolbox.
Learn more >Did you know: Prostate cancer affects one in six American men? But when detected early, it is highly treatable.
Join us and our community partner, St. Paul at Oxon Hill for a free screening, PSA test and DRE by Dr. Chile Ahaghotu, a board-certified urologist at MedStar Health.
This event takes place in person at St Paul at Oxon Hill, 6634 St Barnabas Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Learn more >Special Activities
Our Boutique features new and gently used women’s clothing and accessories with 100% of our sales going to support the free and professionally led programs offered at Hope Connections. These special programs have been designed to help people with cancer and their loved ones deal with the emotional and physical impact of cancer.
Learn more >Our Boutique features new and gently used women’s clothing and accessories with 100% of our sales going to support the free and professionally led programs offered at Hope Connections. These special programs have been designed to help people with cancer and their loved ones deal with the emotional and physical impact of cancer.
Learn more >Partners and Sponsorships
These caring individuals and businesses provide us with vital support. We work hard to make participation a valuable and enjoyable experience!
Resources for Medical Professionals
We are here to help you treat the whole patient! We supplement clinical treatment with a range of programs, all offered free of charge.