Gay or bisexual men diagnosed with prostate cancer have particular concerns. Addressing them with your peers is far easier! AnCan Foundation, the innovator of virtual support groups, addresses special interests […]
This group is for all men diagnosed with low or intermediate risk disease at whatever stage of treatment. We often discuss the greatest quandary faced by newly diagnosed men …. […]
This group is for men with complex disease either at diagnosis, or whose disease has recurred with or without evidence of metastasis. With men who have experienced the gamut of treatments, […]
The AnCan MS Support Group is a peer-led virtual twice-monthly support group for people living with Multiple Sclerosis. Our platform offers live interactive audio and optional video chat that you can join online or by phone. The group is for men and women living with the challenges that come with any form of MS.
Our European AnCan audience who find it tough to attend meetings in the wee small hours of the night have requested a meeting at a more time friendly hour. Unlike our other […]
Active Surveillance Prostate Cancer Virtual Support Group Active Surveillance (AS) for low-risk prostate cancer presents its own challenges that are very different from other treatment protocols. This virtual group is […]
Welcome to Women Speaking Freely! In our vibrant, all-women virtual support group, we discuss a myriad of topics, while steering clear of treatment specifics. We're here to chat about things that matter to you - relationships, family, emotions, and beyond!
The group is open to all conditions. We don’t discuss medicine, protocols and treatments – rather all the other issues you have to deal with living with your condition.
Welcome to AnCan’s regularly scheduled guided art class! These free sessions are open to everyone and thoughtfully designed with our chronic illness and cancer community in mind. Each class features a pre-planned, step-by-step art lesson led by one of AnCan’s instructors. No prior art experience is required. Participants are encouraged to work at their own pace, and modifications are always offered to support energy levels, physical limitations, cognitive fatigue, and access to art supplies. In addition to learning creative techniques, these sessions are intended to support mindfulness and emotional well-being. Art can be a grounding practice—offering a moment to slow down, […]
This group is for men with complex disease either at diagnosis, or whose disease has recurred with or without evidence of metastasis. With men who have experienced the gamut of treatments, we discuss status, as well as new developments in treatment and technology. New participants are given priority to discuss their situation. 1st & 3rd Mondays of every month at 8pm EST/EDT (US) 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of every month at 6pm EST/EDT (US)
AnCan and the Visual Snow Initiative (VSI) have partnered together to provide face-to-face support and interpersonal connection for the Visual Snow Syndrome (VSS) community by hosting virtual, peer-moderated support groups. Our virtual VSS support group focuses on not […]
Caregivers are a much underserved population truly doing ‘Gods work’. This group supports caregivers of those living with Stage 3 or Stage 4 cancer of any type, as well as those recently bereaved. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 8 pm EST/EDT (US) Moderators: Susan Lahaie, Pat Washburn, and Rick Davis.
Veterans Healthcare Navigation addresses veterans' disabilities and the VA system, covering topics like healthcare, insurance, and benefits. Open to all: • Health Conditions (Cancer, Chronic Illness, Rare Disease, etc) • […]
Veterans Healthcare Navigation addresses veterans' disabilities and the VA system, covering topics like healthcare, insurance, and benefits. Open to all: • Health Conditions (Cancer, Chronic Illness, Rare Disease, etc) • […]
Active Surveillance Prostate Cancer Virtual Support Group Active Surveillance (AS) for low-risk prostate cancer presents its own challenges that are very different from other treatment protocols. This virtual group is for men and caregivers on or considering AS to treat their condition. New participants are given priority to discuss their situation. Click here for detailed information. Wednesday evening of each month at 8 pm EST/EDT (US) Moderators: Ken Mason, Howard Wolinsky, Alexa Jett, Hugh Idstein.
This group provides a chance for individuals under 45 (or around that age) with MS to share common experiences and concerns, provide and receive emotional support, and get information on various aspects of living well with MS. We often feel that the things we face when we're younger can be different. Meetings are open to anyone, regardless of location. 4th Thursdays of the month - 7:30 pm
Our moderators are patients and caregivers who intimately understand the struggles associated with Pancreatic Cancer. We aspire to come together to give strength, bring encouragement, and provide support to patients and caregivers from all over the world. This is a peer-moderated group. As such, we cannot provide medical advice; we can speak about our own experiences with Pancreatic Cancer. We are here for you, and look forward to meeting you! 4th Thursday of each month at 8pm EST/EDT (US)
This group is for all men diagnosed with low or intermediate risk disease at whatever stage of treatment. We often discuss the greatest quandary faced by newly diagnosed men …. treatment alternatives & side effects, with men who have experienced the range of treatments. New participants are given priority to discuss their situation. 2nd & 4th Mondays of every month at 8pm EST/EDT (US) Moderators: Bill Franklin, Stuart Jordan & Boykin Jordan
The AnCan MS Support Group is a peer-led virtual twice-monthly support group for people living with Multiple Sclerosis. Our platform offers live interactive audio and optional video chat that you can join online or by phone. The group is for men and women living with the challenges that come with any form of MS.
This group is for men with complex disease either at diagnosis, or whose disease has recurred with or without evidence of metastasis. With men who have experienced the gamut of treatments, we discuss status, as well as new developments in treatment and technology. New participants are given priority to discuss their situation. 1st & 3rd Mondays of every month at 8pm EST/EDT (US) 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of every month at 6pm EST/EDT (US)