Various groups are available for those who have lost a loved one to cancer.
Please call for more information.
Cancer Support Community East Tennessee
2230 Sutherland Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37919
(865) 546-4661
This free program helps women improve their appearance and self-image by teaching them hands on beauty techniques to manage the appearance side effects of chemotherapy and radiation treatments. To find a program near you, visit Look Good Feel Better.
Please remember that you must pre-register for all Look Good Feel Better group workshops. To pre-register for one of the workshops listed below, please call the American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345.
There are many support groups focused on cancer topics: from breast cancer recovery to dealing with grief.
We have several local groups listed here with either a phone number or website for you to use to contact them. There are also many other types of support groups dealing with other types of cancer. If you find a support group that you believe should be listed here, please contact us so we can share it with others.
Monthly Networking Groups, Cancer-Specific
Individuals with specific cancers meet monthly to support and learn from one another. They discuss aspects of living with cancer, their diagnoses, treatments, and recoveries.
For women who have or have had breast cancer to share information and support.
6:00-7:30pm, 1st Thursday monthly.
Thompson Cancer Survival Center, Resource Room, 2nd Floor
102 Vermont Avenue
Oak Ridge, TN 37831
(865) 546-4661, call CSC for more information
Cancer Support Community East Tennessee
2230 Sutherland Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37919
(865) 546-4661, Please call prior to attending first group
Contact Cancer Support Community East Tennessee for program details or download the newsletter/calendar.
Offers support for anyone diagnosed with cancer, both patients and survivors.
1:30pm, 2nd Sunday monthly.
Cokesbury United Methodist Church
9919 Kingston Park
Knoxville, TN 37922
(865) 693-0353
People Living With Cancer and Caregiver Support Groups
Professionally facilitated weekly support groups for people living with cancer, and a separate group which meets at the same time for family, friends, and caregivers. Group members experience a caring, uplifting, and supportive community. Please call to schedule an individual meeting which is required prior to joining a weekly group. Contact Cancer Support Community East Tennessee for dates and other details.
“Young Empowered Survivors” is a support group for patients diagnosed between the ages of 25-45.
5:30-7:30pm, Last Thursday monthly
University of Tennessee Cancer Institute
1926 Alcoa Highway, Medical Building F, Ste. 305
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 305-6154
A monthly support group for African American women diagnosed with breast cancer.
5:30-7:30pm, 3rd Thursday (monthly)
University of Tennessee Cancer Institute
1926 Alcoa Highway, Ste. 305
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 305-6154
Women with Advanced Cancer Networker
Join other women who are living with cancer as a chronic illness to discuss feelings and experiences that are unique to women with advanced cancer.
1:30-3:00pm, 3rd Wednesday monthly
The Blount Memorial Cancer Center offers screenings, information, and resources to help East Tennesseans prevent, detect, and survive cancer.
For Cancer Patients and Survivors:
Breast Cancer Support Group
The Blount Memorial Cancer Center’s Breast Cancer Support Group is a free support group open to all male and female patients, as well as their friends and family who are supporting them through diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. A monthly education program will be provided by Blount Memorial’s breast cancer physicians and clinicians, as well as other health care experts. This group meets every third Tuesday from 6-7:30p.m. at Blount Memorial Cancer Center in Classroom 2, second floor.
For more information, call 865-977-5534.
Life Stories
Cancer patients, survivors, and their family members can preserve their memories by participating in this monthly art therapy scrapbooking program. Supplies and a light lunch are provided. Participants bring personal photos and memories. For upcoming dates, more information, or to register, call 865-977-5534.
Managing Your Cancer
Knowing what is happening and why throughout the course of cancer treatment helps reduce anxiety and empowers you to make informed decisions about your care. This informative class is designed for newly diagnosed cancer patients and their families or caregivers. Topics covered may include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, nutrition, and managing side effects. Classes are held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 1–4 p.m. in the hospital’s 5-East classroom. For more information or to register, call 865-273-4004 or 865-980-4819.