Supportgroups offer an opportunity to talk with others who are facing the same challenges. This can provide comfort, stress release, and a safe place to share thoughts and concerns. Stony Brook University Medical Center offers several support groups to benefit patients with cancer. Our HealthConnect^® referral service has the most up-to-date information on the groups' specific meeting dates and times. For more information and to register, call HealthConnect^® at (631) 444-4000.

Carol M. Baldwin Breast Cancer Education/Support Group
Learn more about managing this disease and share personal experiences.
Meets: 1st Wednesday of the month
Time: 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Place: Holiday Inn Express, Stony Brook University Room, 3131 Nesconset Highway (Rte. 347), Centereach

GIFT for Kids – Support Group for Children of Cancer Patients
Meets: First Thursday of the month
Time: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Place: Stony Brook University Cancer Center, Conference Room

Gynecologic Oncology Support Group
Meets: Last Tuesday of the month
Time: 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Place: Stony Brook University Cancer Center, Conference Room

Head and Neck Cancers Support Group
Meets: 1st Wednesday of the month
Time: 7:30 to 9:00 pm
Place: Stony Brook University Cancer Center, Conference Room

Leukemia/Lymphoma Family Support Group
For patients and family members.
Meets: 2nd Monday of the month
Time: 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Place: Stony Brook University Cancer Center, Conference Room

Lung Cancer Support Group
Meets: 3rd Tuesday of the month
Time: 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Place: Stony Brook University Cancer Center, Conference Room

Prostate Cancer Support Group – Man-to-Man
Meets: 1st Monday of the month
Time: 5:30 to 7:00 pm
Place: Stony Brook University Cancer Center, Conference Room

Stepping Stones Support Group – Cancer Patients and Infertility
Meets: 1^st Thursday of the month
Time: 7:00 pm
Place: Stony Brook University Cancer Center, Conference Room

Upper GI Cancer Support Group
To educate, increase awareness of resources, and help patients with adjustments following gastrointestinal surgery.
Meets: 2nd Wednesday of the month
Time: 7:00 pm
Place: Stony Brook University Cancer Center