Through the National Lung Cancer Support Group Network, we:
- Provide free technical assistance, training and tools to establish and sustain lung cancer-specific support groups
- Create a network of peers to share lessons learned and best practices
- Give easy access to information about groups to those in need on our website
- Raise the stature and profile of lung cancer groups
Are you interested in starting a lung cancer support group?
We can help with guidance and tips on creating and maintaining a group.
Click here to tell us more about your interest in starting a support group and to request a copy of our Building Community: Starting and Maintaining a Lung Cancer Support Group guide.
Do you facilitate a lung cancer support group and want to be added to the network?
Please join! As part of the network, we provide you with the following:
- A dedicated page on our website with your group information
- Access to our growing portfolio educational materials to help those experiencing lung cancer better understand, manage and cope with a diagnosis
- Networking opportunities and connection to other facilitators facing similar issues or challenges and to share best practices and support one another
- A quarterly e-newsletter with hot topics and special features that highlight your work and share lessons learned across the Network
- An opportunity to receive our National Support Group Award which recognizes uncommon dedication to the lung cancer community
If you already have a support group and want to join the network to connect, find new ideas, mentorship and increase referrals to your group, click here to sign up.