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CanCare Offers Cancer Emotional Support in Houston

At CanCare, we understand the emotional toll a cancer diagnosis can have on individuals and their loved ones. That's why we offer invaluable cancer emotional support in Houston to those in need. Our mission is to provide hope and healing to our cancer community by ensuring that anyone facing cancer can have a survivor by their side.

Through our one-on-one Houston cancer support program, we connect cancer patients and their caregivers with trained survivors who have faced a similar cancer journey. These survivor volunteers offer a compassionate ear, guidance, and understanding based on their own personal experiences. They become a pillar of support, helping individuals navigate through the challenges of diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.

Our cancer emotional support opportunities in Houston extend to many different cancer types. We also collaborate with healthcare providers, social workers, and mental health professionals to ensure that every individual receives the support they deserve.

With CanCare, you don't have to face cancer alone. Our dedicated team is committed to providing the support and resources you need during this difficult time. Don't hesitate to reach out and join our community of hope. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those touched by cancer.

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One-on-One Houston Cancer Support: How it Works

At CanCare, we understand that facing a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming and emotionally challenging. That's why we offer a unique and personalized one-on-one cancer support program in Houston.

Through this program, we carefully match cancer patients and their caregivers with trained Houston cancer survivor volunteers who have faced a similar cancer journey. We take into consideration various factors such as cancer type, stage, treatment method, age, and gender to ensure that you receive the most relevant and empathetic support possible.

Our survivor volunteers provide emotional support, guidance, and understanding based on their own cancer journey. They become a reliable pillar of support, helping individuals navigate through the challenges of diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.

By connecting you with a cancer survivor volunteer in Houston who truly understands what you are going through, we aim to improve your quality of life and provide you with the tools and resources necessary for a successful survivorship.

If you are in need of emotional cancer support and guidance, our one-on-one cancer support program is here to help you every step of the way. Together, we can face cancer with hope and healing.

CanCare provides hope and healing to our cancer community - by ensuring anyone facing cancer has a survivor by their side.

CanCare’s Services

CanCare offers a range of services to provide comprehensive support to individuals facing cancer in Houston.

One-on-One Cancer Support in Houston

Our Houston one-on-one cancer support program is designed to match cancer patients and caregivers with trained survivor volunteers in Houston who have gone through a similar cancer journey. By carefully considering various factors such as cancer type, stage, treatment method, age, and gender, we ensure that you receive the most relevant and empathetic support possible. Our survivor volunteers offer emotional support, guidance, and understanding based on their own personal experiences, becoming a reliable pillar of support throughout your diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.

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Support Groups

In addition to our one-on-one support, CanCare provides support groups where individuals can connect with others facing similar challenges. These support groups offer a safe and nurturing environment to share experiences, gain valuable insights, and build a strong support network.

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Healthcare Services

CanCare partners with hospitals and treatment centers in Houston, TX, and Atlanta, GA, to offer healthcare services in the form of immediate, in-person, one-on-one cancer support to cancer patients and their caregivers who are currently undergoing medical treatment.

Our dedicated volunteers work hand in hand with medical staff to provide emotional support to patients, their families, and caregivers during their treatment journey. Whether addressing questions and concerns or offering reassurance and hope, our volunteers are available onsite at select hospitals and healthcare systems in Houston and Atlanta.

With CanCare, you can expect compassionate and understanding support from volunteers who have experienced breast cancer. We are here to uplift, listen, and share our personal experiences to help you navigate the challenges of breast cancer with resilience and determination.

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At CanCare, we are dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals facing cancer in Houston. Our comprehensive services aim to provide emotional support, valuable guidance, and a sense of community throughout your cancer journey.

Monthly Virtual Support Groups

CanCare believes in the importance of creating a strong community for individuals facing cancer. That's why in addition to our one-on-one support, we offer monthly virtual support groups. These support groups provide a safe and nurturing environment for individuals to connect with others who are going through similar challenges.

At CanCare, we understand that not everyone can physically attend support group meetings. That's why our monthly support groups are held online using the Zoom platform. This allows individuals to join from the comfort of their homes or any convenient location. Whether you choose to join by computer, tablet, or phone, we strive to make the experience as accessible as possible.

To join our monthly virtual support groups, simply email us at groups@cancare.org to request the link and/or dial-in numbers. Our team will provide you with the necessary information to join the meeting. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to connect, share experiences, gain valuable insights, and build a strong support network.

Remember, you are not alone in your cancer journey. CanCare is here to provide you with the support and resources you need to navigate through this challenging time. Let us help you create a community of hope and support.

Cancer Caregiver Support

At CanCare, we understand that the role of a cancer caregiver is incredibly important and can sometimes be overwhelming. That's why we offer a comprehensive cancer caregiver support program to provide the emotional support and resources caregivers need to navigate their unique experiences.

Our program is designed to address the overall well-being of caregivers, recognizing that their own recovery and self-care are vital to providing the best care and support to their loved ones. We provide a caring community where caregivers can connect with others who understand their challenges and can offer support and guidance.

Through our Houston cancer caregiver support program, caregivers can access one-on-one emotional support sessions with experienced volunteers with personal experience with cancer caregiving. These volunteers offer a listening ear, practical advice, and a compassionate perspective to help caregivers cope with their challenges.

If you are a cancer caregiver in the Houston area, we encourage you to take advantage of our cancer caregiver support program. To learn more and get involved, please contact us. We are here to support you on your caregiving journey.

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Importance of Emotional Support After a Diagnosis

Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming and emotionally challenging. The importance of cancer emotional support cannot be overstated, as it plays a crucial role in helping individuals cope with a cancer diagnosis's physical, emotional, and psychological impact. Emotional support provides a nurturing and understanding environment where individuals can express their fears, frustrations, and concerns without judgment.

Through one-on-one Houston cancer support sessions, individuals can connect with experienced volunteers with personal cancer experiences. These volunteers offer a compassionate perspective, practical advice, and a listening ear. Emotional support helps individuals navigate the complexities of their cancer journey and enables them to make informed decisions about their treatment and self-care.

CanCare Offers Support For 50+ Different Types of Cancer

Brain Cancer Support

Breast Cancer Support

Colon Cancer Support

Leukemia Cancer Support

Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Support

Prostate Cancer Support

Join Our Community: A Houston Cancer Support Network

Join our community and become a volunteer at CanCare, where you can make a significant impact on the lives of others. As a volunteer, you have the opportunity to offer invaluable cancer emotional support in Houston, share your own personal cancer journey, and provide a comforting presence to those currently navigating their own cancer journey.

At CanCare, we understand the importance of cancer support in Houston and the positive impact it can have during such a challenging time. Our dedicated volunteers have personally experienced over 50 different types of cancer, making them uniquely equipped to offer insight and guidance to those in need.

Through our one-on-one cancer support sessions, volunteers provide a nurturing and compassionate environment where individuals can openly express their fears, frustrations, and concerns without judgment. Our volunteers offer a vital perspective, practical advice, and a listening ear, ensuring no one feels alone during their cancer journey.

By joining our community, you become part of a network that fosters connections, support, and empathy between individuals affected by cancer. Together, we can make a meaningful difference and provide the emotional support crucial for individuals facing a cancer diagnosis.

If you want to make a real difference and provide cancer emotional support in Houston, we invite you to join our community and become a CanCare volunteer. Together, we can navigate the complexities of the cancer journey and offer hope, understanding, and strength to those who need it most.

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Combined, CanCare’s Volunteers have Experienced 50+ Different Types of Cancer

Brain Cancer Volunteers

Breast Cancer Volunteers

Colon Cancer Volunteers

Liver Cancer Volunteers

Lung Cancer Volunteers

Pancreatic Cancer Volunteers

Stomach Cancer Volunteers

Testimonials

Jessica G.

Client

volunteer

"Nargis has been a pleasure to talk to. She is so sweet and kind and I really enjoy hearing about her experience compared to mine."

Geanine M.

Client

volunteer

"My Cancare volunteer became my friend I love and appreciate Kim!"

Cheryle L.

Client

volunteer

"I deeply appreciate your help and talking with Wanda has really been helping me through this diagnosis and in sorting through my thoughts and feelings. She is kind, listens, is very comforting, and a wonderful person."

Katie S.

Client

volunteer

"This is a great program you have. Nothing like support from someone who really knows what you are going through."

Janice B.

Client

volunteer

"I am so grateful and thankful CanCare matched me with Claudette who had kidney cancer in 2001 and has been cancer free all these years. She gave me so much hope and assuaged all my fears about the surgery and outcome. We talked over an hour the first time and we have stayed in touch since my surgery Sept 20. Claudette and I continue in stay in touch and we hope to meet for lunch when I am feeling better. I have already referred a friend to CanCare. She is about to have a double masectomy. Thank You for your program. I am the first in my family to have cancer so had so many questions I forgot to ask the day I received the results of my CT scan."

Paul P.

Client

volunteer

"I am forever grateful for Anthony, Tom, and Greg. All have in their own special ways helped me deal with a very difficult situation. Anthony is my rock. Someone who stays in contact and always provides support and encouragement. Tom reaches out and listens to me, and talking helps tremendously. Amazingly, Greg and I share doctors and have the same cancer. Being able to talk with someone who is on a very similar journey brings me comfort and peace."

Cindy M.

Client

volunteer

"My volunteer met with me for several hours over coffee to talk about her fight and answered so many questions I had about my daughter's diagnosis."

E.A.

Client

volunteer

"I thank you very much for offering this service. It help me when I was overwhelmed with my husband's cancer."

Vicki R.

Client

volunteer

"Brenda in Texas is kind and understanding. She gave freedom to contact her anytime. She always gets right back in touch with me. Thank you for having this service available to us cancer patients who live with the unknown. Brenda has wonderful faith that rubs off onto me. Thank you again."

Mariann M.

Client

volunteer

"I am just starting my journey with cancer. My volunteer has been great. Thanks for connecting us!"

Dan S.

Client

volunteer

"Wonderful organization and excellent and compassionate service for both staff and volunteers."

Dennis S.

Client

volunteer

"My volunteer has been a great help to my wife (tongue cancer)."

Dallas T.

Client

volunteer

"She’s been a huge blessing to my life, amongst this worldwide crisis. I can’t wait to meet her in person when this is all over (or passes us.)"

Lisa M.

Client

volunteer

"Trish was the best I couldn’t have gone through this without her!"

Melissa D.

Client

volunteer

"This is a must! So needed so valuable."

Frank

Client

volunteer

“Cancer gave me the compassion to support others with cancer, to listen to and talk about life’s journey with cancer.”

Ron & Ina

Client

volunteer

"One morning while in Houston Methodist Hospital for transplant, a CanCare volunteer knocked on the door. He sat and shared with Ron and Ina about his time not just in the same hospital, but in the very same room as Ron! That day they found a new best friend in this CanCare volunteer. Ron and Ina both took a deep breath, seeing a survivor walking and sharing his story and listening to theirs. It was uplifting for both and gave them a sense of hope."

Lynn

Client

volunteer

"The fact that CanCare screens and trains their volunteers and that they can match a request from a patient or caregiver looking for support within 48 hours brings me so much peace. Cancer can be a serious problem and if I can be a part of helping someone’s cancer experience be a little bit easier or lighter, I feel like my own cancer had a purpose."

Berit

Client

volunteer

"The service CanCare provides in any community cannot be measured in hours or number of people affected. The goodness that pours out from volunteers and staff is so far reaching. It is not only the client who benefits by the support, but the client’s family can see the good it does for their loved one."

Ginger

Client

volunteer

"CanCare provides me with a resource that I need. There are not enough adjectives to describe the professional dedication of this organization’s staff and volunteers. I am blessed to be a part of this."

Larry

Client

volunteer

"She was in a wheelchair and had just recently been diagnosed. She was slumped down in her wheelchair looking like she had lost her last friend. I introduced myself and told her that I was a stage 4 tongue cancer survivor. She got a big smile on her face, straightened up in her wheelchair, and asked, ”YOU ARE?” She was surprised. It was obvious I made a big impact on her but what she didn’t realize was how big an impact she made on me."

Ricardo

Client

volunteer

"I was very thankful that he took the time to visit patients goung through a rough time like myself. It made me feel like there was hope and that if he made, I could too."

Maria

Client

volunteer

"As a client of CanCare and as a caregiver, I felt witnessed and heard. My CanCare mentor-volunteer was actually an ovarian cancer survivor. Usually, CanCare ensures cancer patients are matched up with survivors and caregivers are matched with caregivers. I am grateful to this day for CanCare’s creativity in pairing up a volunteer survivor with a caregiver client." ...

Iris

Client

volunteer

"Her desire to 'give back' became stronger after she completed her treatment. Iris wanted to be available to other women who had just received news of their diagnosis. She wanted to offer hope and be a support to them."

Lauren

Client

volunteer

"CanCare was instrumental in helping me discover how to walk side-by-side with my sister through her health event."

Teresa

Client

volunteer

Working as a volunteer at my local hospital by offering emotional support has been a life-changing experience. I started my journey at North Cypress thinking that offering my “help” to cancer patients would be my way of giving back to the community and serve others that are just beginning their journey; however, I had no idea the blessings the Lord would put in front of me while I shared my story and reached out to give them hope. This is not a story of how I helped cancer patients; this is a story of how they helped me!!

Valerie

Client

volunteer

"I contacted CanCare and spoke to a woman who had faced and won the battle I was fighting. I felt so uplifted and re-energized to continue fighting and accept what was happening."

Peyton

Client

volunteer

"I am a proud supporter of CanCare! Without CanCare, I think I could still be searching for someone that understands my specific challenges and perhaps would still be struggling with how to move forward."

Kenny

Client

volunteer

"I now have one CanCare client that had cancer in his tonsils just like I did. When we spoke the first time, he helped me as much as I helped him. It felt good and also reminded me what I endured and overcame. CanCare keeps me focused on my health and giving back to others. Giving back is a great reward."

Tim

Client

volunteer

On one of my “lower days” during my fight to prostate cancer, a customer of my business stopped by to solicit a donation for her child’s school fundraiser. I apologized to her for my lack of energy(we had already canceled the meeting once before) as I had just returned from a radiation session. Well, at that point the entire conversation changed. She shared with me her own cancer story. And also the role that CanCare played in helping her cope with the challenges she faced.

Patricia A.

Client

volunteer

"The response by your team when I reached out was immediate and amazing! I felt their interest and caring was totally sincere."