Patient Support Programmes

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.

January 2025

UKULELE INTEREST GROUP
Heartstrings
*Open to current & former cancer patients & their loved ones.*

When: 11 January 2025 (Saturday), 10.00am - 12.30pm

Where: NCCS, Level 11

NASOPHARYNGEAL CANCER (NPC) SUPPORT GROUP
New Year Party 2025!
*Only open to NPC patients & caregivers*

When: 11 January 2025 (Saturday), 10.00am - 12.00pm

Where: NCCS

SINAR HARAPAN [MALAY SUPPORT GROUP]
Meraikan Tahun Baru dengan Seni Bunga

When: 11 January 2025 (Saturday), 10.00am - 12.00pm

Where: NCCS Level 10, Room NC 10-1

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Celebrates 10 Years Anniversary
*Only open to breast cancer patients & caregivers*

When: 18 January 2025 (Saturday), 10.00am - 12.00pm

Where: NCCS

GENETIC SUPPORT GROUP
Hello 2025
*Only open to persons living with HBOC, Lynch, NF, LFS*

When: 18 January 2025 (Saturday), 10.00am - 1.00pm

Where: NCCS

ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS ONCOLOGY (AYAO) SUPPORT GROUP
Lunar New Year Celebration

*Only open to current/ former cancer patients aged 16-45 years old*

When: 25 January 2025 (Saturday), 12.00pm - 2.00pm

Where: NCCS, Level 1 Lecture Theatre

Download events calendar (PDF) - OCTOBER 2024

Download past events calendar

NCCS Patient Support Programme (Sep 2024)

NCCS Patient Support Programme (Aug 2024)

NCCS Patient Support Programme (Jul 2024)

NCCS Patient Support Programme (May - Jun 2024)

NCCS Patient Support Programme (Apr 2024)

NCCS Patient Support Programme (Jan - Feb 2024)

NCCS Patient Support Programme (Oct - Nov 2023)

NCCS Patient Support Programme (Aug - Sep 2023)

NCCS Patient Support Programme (Jun - Jul 2023)

NCCS Patient Support Programme (Apr - May 2023)

Upcoming Programme

Open to cancer patients and their loved ones.

CAncer & REsilience

- CAncer REsilience (CARE) Talks

GROUP ART THERAPY PROGRAMME

- ARTventure

OPEN ART STUDIO

- ART CONNECT

Support groups

Find out more about our support groups.

Adolescents and Young Adults Oncology (AYAO) 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
*Registration opens 1 month before the event*
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Lunar New Year Celebration
Join us as we celebrate the Lunar New Year with lantern making using red packets, food, laughter, and a group Lou Hei to share blessings for 2025!

When: 25 January 2025 (Saturday),
12.00pm - 2.00pm

Where: NcCCS, Level 1, Lecture Theatre

Breast Cancer Support Group

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

Upcoming sessions
*Registration opens 1 month before the event*
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Celebrates 10 Years Anniversary
Ring in the New Year with NCCS Breast Cancer Support Group as we celebrate a decade of strength, support and empowering journeys.

When: 18 January 2025 (Thursday),
10.00am - 12.00pm Only open to breast cancer patients & caregivers

Where: NCCS

Combined 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
*Registration opens 1 month before the event*
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Hello 2025
Don't miss out the fun to celebrate a joyful New Year with our community! Bring your loved ones and come in your favorite attire.

When: 18 January 2025 (Saturday), 10.00am - 1.00pm

Where: NCCS

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
*Registration opens 1 month before the event*

Stay tune for more details!

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
*Registration opens 1 month before the event*

Stay tune for more details!

Heartstrings [Ukulele Interest Group]

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

Upcoming sessions
*Registration opens 1 month before the event*
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When: Saturday, 10.00am - 12.30pm
- 11 January 2025

Where: NCCS Level 11

Hereditory Breast & Ovarian Cancer Syndrome (HBOC) Support Group

Who is this for
Patients who can share experiences with others living with HBOC and get information about risk reducing strategies from medical experts.

Upcoming sessions
*Registration opens 1 month before the event*

Stay tune for more details!

Li-Fraumeni Syndrome (LFS)

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
*Registration opens 1 month before the event*

Stay tune for more details!

Lynch Syndrome

Nasopharyngeal Cancer (NPC) 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
*Registration opens 1 month before the event*
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New Year Party!
Join us for a causal morning of fun and bonding as we usher in 2025 together.

When: 11 January 2025 (Saturday), 10.00am – 12.00pm

Where: NCCS

Neurofibromatosis (NF) Support Group

Who is this for
Cancer patients who are keen to achieve better self-care and improve relationship.

Upcoming sessions
*Registration opens 1 month before the event*

Stay tune for more details!

Sinar Harapan [Malay Support Group]

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
*Registration opens 1 month before the event*
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Meraikan Tahun Baru dengan Seni Bunga
Semasa kami memulakan tahun baru, marilah kami merenung tahun yang telah berlalu melalui seni bunga.

When: 11 January 2025 (Saturday), 10.00am - 12.00pm

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