Facing cancer?
Find Your Community. Hope Connections offers FREE cancer support groups, mind-body classes, and educational programs for people with cancer and their loved ones.
Complete a short form and we will contact you.
What to Expect
A welcoming place.
Join in at your own pace. You can share, ask questions, or simply listen - whatever feels right for you.
How to Get Started
Start with a Conversation
Complete our short form, and a Hope Connections team member will answer your questions and help you find the right programs.
Explore Our Programs
Programs that fit your needs.
Explore free support groups, mind-body classes, and educational programs offered online and in person.
Connect With Community
Meet People Who Understand
Build meaningful connections through programs, special events, and community celebrations.
FREE online and in-person programs for people with cancer, caregivers, survivors, and people grieving a loss.
A Community Built on Hope
Hope Connections brings people affected by cancer together to connect, learn, and care for their emotional and physical well-being.
Hear from people with cancer and caregivers about their experiences with Hope Connections.
Rex’s Story
The second time my wife sprained her ankle for seemingly no reason, it seemed odd,…
Irene’s Story
We asked Irene how critical Hope Connections was to her, after she was diagnosed with…
Janelle’s Story
When my mom was diagnosed with non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, it didn’t fully register that, as a…
Join Our Programs
See some examples of the programs we provide.
Support Groups
This professionally facilitated support group is for individuals diagnosed with any type of cancer. Learn new ways of coping and connect with others who are going through a similar experience.
This professionally facilitated support group is for individuals who have lost a loved one to cancer. Learn new ways of coping and connect with others who are going through a similar experience.
Mind & Body Classes
Carole Moskowitz will lead you in a 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. All levels of fitness are welcome. Chairs available.
Larry Bricker will help us tune into our senses, using nature, to create relaxation and revitalization. We hope you will join us! Please note, in bad weather, we will bring nature inside.
Education Programs
Discover how creative expression can support emotional wellbeing, reduce stress, and foster resilience throughout the cancer journey.
This interactive session will explore simple expressive arts practices that can help participants process emotions, find meaning, and cultivate connection, hope, and healing.
We hope you will join us.
Waiting for scans and test results can be one of the most stressful parts of the cancer journey.
This session will explore the emotional impact of scanxiety and offer practical coping strategies, mindfulness techniques, and tools to help manage anxiety, navigate uncertainty, and find greater peace during the days leading up to and following scans.
Special Activities
What you will experience:
A curated collection of seasonal fashion gems.
Delicious refreshments to enjoy while you shop.
Unbelievable prices on everything you’ll love.
Join us for one of our favorite community gatherings of the year! Our Participant Get Together + Cookout is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with fellow participants, enjoy a delicious lunch, and spend time together outside of our regular programs.
Bring one guest to join you, and don’t forget to visit our Hope Chest Boutique Savvy Saturday Shopping Spree, where you’ll find stylish treasures while supporting Hope Connections’ mission. We hope you’ll join us for this fun afternoon!
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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.