Patient Support Programme

If you feel stressed or helpless while coping with cancer, know that there are others who are going through a similar journey. Join our support programme to connect with others. You are welcome to join any of the groups, workshops or talks that we offer every month. Our support groups are co-led by medical social workers, clinical psychologists and patient leaders.

Who can join

We welcome all cancer patients and their caregivers to our events (workshops and talks) and support groups. You do not need to be a NCCS patient to join. They are free of charge unless otherwise stated.

If you are not sure which event or support group is suitable for you, contact us to find out more.

Upcoming events

Find out more about our upcoming events.

November 2023

Nasopharyngeal Cancer (NPC) Support Group - Planning Ahead

When: 3 November 2023, 7pm – 9pm

Where: NCCS, Level 10, Room NC 10-1

Heartstrings (Ukulele interest group)

When: 4 November 2023, 10am – 12pm

Where: NCCS, Level 11

Sinar Harapan (Malay Support Group) - Resepi Bahagia Saya

When: 11 November 2023, 10am – 12pm

Where: NCCS, Level 10, Room NC 10-1

Neurofibromatosis (NF) Support Group - ARTventure Continues

When: 11 November 2023, 10am – 12pm

Where: NCCS, Level 11

Download events calendar (PDF)

There is no event in December 2023. Stay tune for the 2024 schedule!

Download past events calendar

NCCS Patient Support Prog Aug-Sep 2023.pdf

NCCS Patient Support Prog Jun-Jul 2023.pdf

NCCS Patient Support Prog Apr-May 2023.pdf

Support groups

Find out more about our support groups.

Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology Support Group

Who is this for
Young patients 45 years of age and below. This group brings together young patients who share similar experiences and provides opportunities for them to connect with one another.

Upcoming sessions

Terrarium Workshop

When: 21 October 2023, 10am - 12pm
Where: NCCS

Stay tune for the 2024 schedule!

Breast Cancer Support Group

Who is this for
Patients diagnosed with stage 0 to 3A breast cancer. This group aims to address some of the common concerns and issues experienced by breast cancer patients

Upcoming sessions

To be confirmed

Stay tune for the 2024 schedule!

Genetic Support Group

Who is this for
Patients with genetic syndromes such as Li-Fraumeni Syndrome (LFS), Neurofibromatosis (NF), Lynch Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), and Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer associated gene (BRCA), etc.

Upcoming sessions

Lynch Syndrome Support Group

When: 7 October 2023, 10am - 12pm

Where: NCCS, Level 11

Neurofibromatosis (NF) Support Group

When: 11 November 2023, 10am - 12pm

Where: NCCS, Level 11

Grief in Recovery (GIR) Support Group for Bereaved Spouses

Who is this for
Often, a part of our identity dies along with the departure of our spouses. Recovering & rediscovering a new self-identity can feel scary & challenging for some of us.
Come & meet others who are in similar situation & see how their experiences can be a support to you.

Upcoming sessions

When: 04 & 18 January 2024, 7pm - 9pm

01 & 22 February 2024, 7pm - 9pm

14 & 28 March 2024, 7pm - 9pm

11 & 25 April 2024, 7pm - 9pm

09 & 23 May 2024, 7pm - 9pm

Where: NCCS, Level 11

Grief in Recovery (GIR) Kin & Kith - Support Group for Bereaved Family & Friends

Who is this for
Journeying the loss of a loved one can be challenging, regardless our relationship with them.
Come & meet others who are in similar situation & see how their experiences can be a support & an encouragement to you.

Upcoming sessions

When: 10 & 31 January 2024, 7pm - 9pm

28 February 2024, 7pm - 9pm

20 March 2024, 7pm - 9pm

17 April 2024, 7pm - 9pm

08 May 2024, 7pm - 9pm

Where: NCCS, Level 11

Heartstrings (Ukulele interest group)

Who is this for
Join us for a casual morning of connecting & support through music as we learn how to play & sing along with the ukulele.
*Only open to current/ former cancer patients and their family
*Participant is required to own a Ukulele.

Upcoming sessions

When: 7 October 2023, 10am - 12pm

Where: NCCS, Level 11

When:4 November 2023, 10am - 12pm

Where: NCCS, Level 11

Stay tune for the 2024 schedule!

Lung Cancer Support Group

Who is this for
Lung cancer patients and their families. This support group aims to help them share their experiences and encourage one another in their cancer journey.

Upcoming sessions

Mindful Moments

When: 14 October 2023, 9am - 11.30am

Where: NCCS, Level 1, Lecture Theatre

Stay tune for the 2024 schedule!

Malay Support Group (Sinar Harapan)

Who is this for
Malay-speaking cancer patients and their caregivers, who may find it easier to speak or listen to someone in their mother tongue.

Upcoming sessions

Sehari Keluar ke Singapore Mobility Gallery

When: 9 October 2023, 10am - 12pm

Where: Singapore Mobility Gallery

Resepi Bahagia Saya

When: 11 November 2023, 10am - 12pm

Where: NCCS, Level 10, Meeting Room NC 10-1

Nasopharyngeal Cancer Support Group

Who is this for
Nasopharyngeal cancer patients. As these patients tend to experience side effects related to their sense of taste and smell (such as difficulties in swallowing or loss of taste), this support group aims to help them share their experiences and encourage one another.

Upcoming sessions

Hearing Loss and Ear-Related Issues

When: 6 October 2023, 7pm - 9pm

Where: NCCS, Level 10, NC 10-1

Planning Ahead

When: 3 November 2023, 7pm - 9pm

Where: NCCS, Level 10, NC 10-1

Stay tune for the 2024 schedule!

Contact us for any enquiries or to request an appointment.