Networking Groups in Newton

Networking groups meet for 2 hours monthly or bi-monthly and are diagnosis and/or situation specific. These drop-in groups offer people an opportunity to share common feelings and concerns relevant to their situation. Due to occasional changes, always check the calendar or call to confirm the dates. All networking groups and on a drop-in basis, RSVP is not required.

Networking groups are only open to individuals with cancer, unless otherwise specified.


Breast Cancer Networking Group
Explores specific issues and concerns for those who have or have had breast cancer. 
Meets on the second Saturday of every month at 10:30AM

*Sponsored by Newton Wellesley Hospital


Bereavement
Discusses issues faced by those who have lost a loved one to cancer.
Meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 5:30PM
 

BRCA Networking Group
A support group for women who have tested positive for BRCA-1 and/or BRCA-2 gene alterations. Co-facilitated by a genetic counselor from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Meets on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 5:30PM


Lung Cancer Networking Group
Explores specific issues and concerns for those who have or have had lung cancer.
Meets on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 5:30PM

(Does not meet in July & August)


Lymphoma Networking Group
Explores specific issues and concerns for those who have or have had lymphoma.
Meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month at 6:00PM


Men’s Group
Explores specific issues and concerns for men who have or have had cancer.
Meets on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 7:00PM


Multiple Myeloma Networking Group

Explores specific concerns for those who have or have had multiple myeloma and their caregivers.
Meets on the 3rd Saturday of every month at 10:00AM


Ovarian Cancer Networking Group

Explores specific issues and concerns for women who have or have had ovarian cancer.
Meets on the 1st Thursday of every month at 5:30PM
 

Post Bone Marrow Transplant Networking Group (BMT)
Explores specific issues and concerns for those who have had a bone marrow transplant.
Meets on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 5:30PM

Survivors/Alumni Networking Group
For those who have completed treatment and would like to continue sharing support with others who are moving beyond cancer.
Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 5:30PM


Young Women’s Cancer Networking Group
For women under the age of 40 who have or have previously had cancer.
Meets on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 6:00PM