Support groups
Are you a gay colorectal cancer patient, survivor, or caregiver?
We’re on a mission to provide you with resources, support, and a sense of community.
Join us online (or in-person in Palm Springs, California) for a colorectal cancer support group session. It’s free to sign up below.
Our tailored support groups offer a nurturing environment for the gay community to connect, share experiences, and find strength in solidarity.
Our sessions are held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month:
4 - 5pm PT (7 - 8pm ET) available nationally via Zoom
6 - 7pm PT in-person at the Palm Springs, California LGBTQ Center of the Desert
What to expect:
Regular check-ins for our community to share updates, victories, challenges, and concerns
Topic discussions about treatment experiences, managing side effects, emotional support, nutrition, lifestyle changes, sexual health, stigma, and more
Resources that are specifically tailored to our LGBTQ+ community’s health and support needs
Guest speakers that include healthcare professionals, dietitians, mental health experts, and survivor advocates
Open forum that involves all members in engaging group discussion
Empowerment activities that engage in advocacy, community building, and resiliency
What’s included?
Welcome packet with guidelines, a confidentiality agreement, and an introduction to the group's purpose
Resource compilation with a continually updated list of medical, nutritional, and mental health support resources
LGBTQ+ specific resource list that focuses on health, advocacy, and community support
Activity suggestions and tips for stress management, mindfulness, and self-care
How to join:
Schedule a 30-minute virtual onboarding session below
No matter where you are, our online sessions have no attendance cap. Join from the comfort of your home and connect with others who have similar experiences.
Sign up for free below, (or click here to open the Zoom registration in a new window).
Interested in joining our general LGBTQ+ Support Group waitlist? Fill out the form below
Our promises:
Consistency: Sessions will take place bi-monthly to maintain a steady support system
Flexibility in topics: We encourage each group to organically shape the conversation based on current needs and interests.
Confidentiality and respect: We uphold strict confidentiality to create a respectful, judgment-free environment.
Accessibility and comfort: We work to ensure all members can access and comfortably participate in the virtual sessions.
Community and connection: We emphasize ongoing engagement and connection among group members, even outside scheduled sessions.
Feedback and adaptation: We regularly seek participant feedback to adapt the sessions to best meet evolving needs.
Our support groups are designed to provide a continuous support system for colorectal cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. We hope you’ll join us!