Education and Support Groups
Learning is part of healing
We’ve created educational and informational experiences to support you at every step.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed with cancer, currently in active treatment, or living your new normal as a survivor, education is an important part of your journey. Our expert doctors and the members of your care team at OhioHealth Cancer Care have developed these resources to make sure you, your family and your caregivers have the information you need.
- BLOOD & MARROW TRANSPLANT SURVIVOR SUPPORT GROUP
Who: Any bone marrow transplant survivor and their caregivers.
When: Second Thursday of every month from 12 to 1 PM
Where: Participation will be offered both online as well as in person. If you would like to join via zoom please visit zoom.us or download the app and sign in with the following information:
Meeting ID: 910 5743 3972
Password: 970240In person attendees are invited to meet in the Bell Conference Room at the Bing Cancer Center at 500 Thomas Ln. Columbus, OH 43214.
Light lunch will be provided. To register or for more information please contact Cancer Call at (614) 566-4321 or Toll Free 1 (800) 752-9119.
- Breast Cancer Survivorship Support Group
Who: Any woman who has COMPLETED treatment for breast cancer in need of community, advice, education, and support. Whether you completed treatment 5 days ago, or 5 years ago, all are welcome to exchange wisdom and provide support.
When: In person and virtually offered the first Thursday of every month at 6 PM. There is also a virtual only option offered the first Wednesday of every month from 12 to 1 PM.
Where: Participation will be offered both online as well as in person. If you would like to join via zoom please visit zoom.us or download the app and sign in with the following information:
Meeting ID: 920 0658 3543
Password: 119041In person attendees are invited to meet in the Bell Conference Room at the Bing Cancer Center at 500 Thomas Lane, Columbus, OH 43214.
For more information please contact Cancer Call at (614) 566-4321 or the Survivorship Clinic at (614) 566-2300.
- Colorectal Cancer Support Group
In Person and virtual! Since 2001, we’ve been gathering to share positive experiences, ideas and tips that make the cancer journey a little easier.
When: Fourth Thursday of the month from 12 to 1 PM
Where: Participation will be offered both online as well as in person. If you would like to join via zoom please visit zoom.us or download the app and sign in with the following information:
Meeting ID: 983 0912 8048
Password: 953523In person attendees are invited to meet in the Bell Conference Room at the Bing Cancer Center at 500 Thomas Lane, Columbus, OH 43214.
For more information please contact Cancer Call at (614) 566-4321.
- YOUNG BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
OhioHealth is partnering with Thriving Beyond Breast Cancer to support young breast cancer survivors.
Who: Any woman AGES 21-40 who has COMPLETED treatment for breast cancer in need of community, advice, education, and support. Whether you completed treatment 5 days ago, or 5 years ago, all are welcome to exchange wisdom and provide support.
When: First Thursday of every month at 6 PM
Where: Participation will be offered both online as well as in person. If you would like to join via zoom please visit zoom.us or download the app and sign in with the following information:
Meeting ID: 930 7312 6856
Password: 205899In person attendees are invited to meet in the Bell Conference Room at the Bing Cancer Center at 500 Thomas Ln. Columbus, OH 43214.
For more information please contact Cancer Call at (614) 566-4321.
- Mansfield Cancer Support Groups
We offer two groups that meet at the same time, just doors apart.
Cancer Patients Support Group
Who: Any individual undergoing cancer treatment
When: 1st Tuesday of every month from 11 AM to 12 PM
Where: Meets in Robert Jones Conference Room – Main entrance of OhioHealth
Mansfield Hospital Caregiver Support Group
Who: Any individuals providing care for a loved one with cancer
When: 1st Tuesday of every month from 11 AM to 12 PM
Where: Meets in Robert Jones Conference Room – Main entrance of OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital
Both groups are free and open to all. Registration is encouraged. To register for either group, email Michele at Michele.Schaefer@OhioHealth.com or call (567) 241-7305.
- O'Bleness Cancer Support Groups
Cancer Patients Support Group
Who: Any individual undergoing cancer treatment
When: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month
Where: In the basement of OhioHealth O'Bleness Hospital
This group is free and open to all. Registration is encouraged. To register, email Josie.Schultz@OhioHealth.com.
Caregiver Support Group
Who: Any individuals providing care for a loved one with cancer
When: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month
Where: In the basement of OhioHealth O'Bleness Hospital
This group is free and open to all. Registration is encouraged. To register, email Kelsey.Funk@OhioHealth.com or call (740) 517-4321.
OhioHealth Cancer Care Lecture Series Library
Cancer survivors face physical, psychological and social challenges related to their treatment. And the health needs of cancer survivors are different from those who’ve never faced a cancer diagnosis.
To meet the unique needs of our ever-growing number of survivors, we’re proud to introduce our Cancer Care Lecture Series, educational discussions for survivors on the topics of their interest.
Education from national organizations
Explore this list of resources on cancer-related information for patients, caregivers and families.
Local and national support organizations
Explore this list of resources on cancer-related support for patients, caregivers and families.
Classes and support groups
To review the wide range of cancer-related education, support opportunities and classes we provide, view the classes section of our website, or talk with your patient navigator.
OhioHealth CancerCall
Get in touch with a cancer specialist who can answer your questions and connect you to our cancer physicians, programs and services. Contact OhioHealth CancerCall Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM.