Support Groups

Cancer support groups available at our centre aim to bring patients and caregivers with similar conditions and situations together, to garner support from one another and learn how to cope better throughout the cancer journey. Most of these support groups are co-led by a volunteer patient leader and a team of healthcare professionals, such as medical social workers, nurses, and medical physicians. Support group activities include medical education, health information, and psychosocial support.

Note: In view of the current COVID-19 situation, we have suspended all on-site patient support programmes and will conduct selected patient support programmes via Zoom*.

*Zoom is an online platform for video conference.

Online Patient Support Programmes for July 2020

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Adolescents & Young Adults / Sarcoma Support Group
A support group for patients who are adolescent and young adults (between 18 and 39 years old) and patients with sarcoma (regardless of age) and their caregivers.

Date	Time	Topics
4 Jan 2020 (Sat)	10.30 am - 2.00pm	Nagomi Art
28 Mar 2020 (Sat)	10.30 am - 2.00pm	Baking
30 May 2020 (Sat)	10.30 am - 2.00pm	Looks Good Feels Good
29 - 30 Aug 2020 (Sat - Sun)	To be advised	AYA Symposium
7 Nov 2020 (Sat)	10.30 am - 2.00pm	Coffee Appreciation
12 Dec 2020 (Sat)	10.30 am - 2.00pm	Yoga / Pilates

Art & Wellness (A&W) Support Group
Art is therapeutic and a good medicine for the mind and body, even more so, when patients come together as a community to support one another. Art & Wellness (A&W) is a support group for individuals with cancer to come together to enjoy the process of art making.

Date	Time	Topics
11 Jan 2020 (Sat)	9.00 am - 11.30 am	Oil Pastel on Sandpaper
8 Feb 2020 (Sat)	9.00 am - 11.30 am	Scrapbooking
11 Apr 2020 (Sat)	9.00 am - 11.30 am	Resin Jewellery making
9 May 2020 (Sat)	9.00 am - 11.30 am	Nagomi Art
13 Jun 2020 (Sat)	9.00 am - 11.30 am	Sand Art
11 Jul 2020 (Sat)	9.00 am - 11.30 am	Paper Quilling
8 Aug 2020 (Sat)	9.00 am - 11.30 am	Cold Wax Batik
12 Sep 2020 (Sat)	9.00 am - 11.30 am	Art Interaction
10 Oct 2020 (Sat)	9.00 am - 11.30 am	Candle Art
7 Nov 2020 (Sat)	9.00 am - 11.30 am	Ebru marbling Art on Silk

At-Risk of Cancer (ARC) Support Group
A support group for patients diagnosed with hereditary cancer syndromes and their caregivers.

Date	Time	Topics
7 Mar 2020 (Sat)	10.00am – 12.00pm	Take Charge of Your Health
6 Jun 2020 (Sat)	10.00am – 12.00pm	Outdoor Activity
5 Sep 2020 (Sat)	10.00am – 12.00pm	Towards Empowered Decision Making
5 Dec 2020 (Sat)	10.00am – 12.00pm	Reflect & Rejoice with Journaling

Breast Cancer Support Group
A support group for cancer patients diagnosed with stage 0 – 3A breast cancer and their caregivers.

Date	Time	Topics
9 Jan 2020 (Thu)	6.30pm – 8.30pm	Breast Cancer and Strength Exercise
13 Feb 2020 (Thu)	6.30pm – 8.30pm	Breast Self-Examination with Practical Session
09 Apr 2020 (Thu)	6.30pm – 8.30pm	Strategies to improve memory
14 May 2020 (Thu)	6.30pm – 8.30pm	Traditional Chinese Medicine and Breast Cancer
09 Jul 2020 (Thu)	6.30pm – 8.30pm	Hormonal Therapy
13 Aug 2020 (Thu)	6.30pm – 8.30pm	Cancer Rehabilitation
10 Sep 2020 (Thu)	6.30pm – 8.30pm	Fostering a positive self-image
10 Oct 2020 (Thu)	2.00pm – 4.00pm	Outdoor Nature Event: Walk the Talk
12 Nov 2020 (Thu)	6.30pm – 8.30pm	Prevention and Management of Lymphedema
12 Dec 2020 (Sat)	TBC	Makanmania

Grief in Recovery (GIR) Support Group

Grief in Recovery (GIR) Support Group is designed for bereaved spouses to come together for mutual support and encouragement in their journey through grief.

Date	Time
25 Mar 2020 (Wed)	7.00pm - 9.00pm
20 May 2020 (Wed)
22 Jul 2020 (Wed)
16 Sep 2020 (Wed)
25 Nov 2020 (Wed)

Bereaved Kith and Kin Group

Our family members have journeyed with us for life. They are often the ones who know us best. Regardless of our relationships with them, their departure can hurt. Being able to talk about the memories we shared with them can sometimes bring closure and help one’s recovery. Join us in our support group as we share and reminisce the presence and the impact they had in our lives.

Date	Time
19 Feb 2020 (Wed)	7.00pm - 9.00pm
15 Apr 2020 (Wed)
10 Jun 2020 (Wed)
19 Aug 2020 (Wed)
14 Oct 2020 (Wed)
16 Dec 2020 (Wed)

Caregivers Support Group

Come and meet fellow caregivers to share experiences. Discover resources and tips that are useful in providing care to your loved ones and you.

Date	Time	Venue
6 Jan 2020 (Mon)	3.00pm - 4.30pm	SGH Ward 48 (Day Activity Room)
3 Feb 2020 (Mon)
2 Mar 2020 (Mon)
6 Apr 2020 (Mon)
4 May 2020 (Mon)
1 Jun 2020 (Mon)
6 Jul 2020 (Mon)
3 Aug 2020 (Mon)
7 Sep 2020 (Mon)
5 Oct 2020 (Mon)
2 Nov 2020 (Mon)
7 Dec 2020 (Mon)

Mandarin Support Group (癌症病患互助小组)

Date	Time	Topics
8 Jan 2020 (Wed)	2.00pm - 4.00pm	‘捞鱼生’与营养师的分享
12 Feb 2020 (Wed)	2.00pm - 4.00pm	中医与你（一）
11 Mar 2020 (Wed)	2.00pm - 4.00pm	看护者的心路旅程
8 Apr 2020 (Wed)	2.00pm - 4.00pm	中医与你（二）
13 May 2020 (Wed)	2.00pm - 4.00pm	松弛身心活动
8 Jul 2020 (Wed)	2.00pm - 4.00pm	我的癌症旅程
12 Aug 2020 (Wed)	2.00pm - 4.00pm	中医与你（一）
9 Sep 2020 (Wed)	2.00pm - 4.00pm	中医与你（二）
14 Oct 2020 (Wed)	2.00pm - 4.00pm	看护者的心路旅程/松弛身心活动
11 Nov 2020 (Wed)	2.00pm - 4.00pm	烹饪示范
Dec 2020 (Wed)	2.00pm - 4.00pm	年终联欢会

Kumpulan Sokongan Sinar Harapan (Malay Support Group)
Kumpulan Sokongan Sinar Harapan bertujuan untuk memberi pengetahuan, sokongan psikologi dan emosi kepada-pesakit barah Melayu, keuarga dan penjaga mereka, melalui aktiviti perbincangan dan berkongsi pengalaman.

Date	Time	Topics
11 Jan 2020 (Sat)	2.30pm - 4.30pm	Mendapat bantuan dan sokongan yang tersedia ada
8 Feb 2020 (Sat)	2.30pm - 4.30pm	Perancangan Penjagaan Awal– Hasrat penjagaan saya
18 Apr 2020 (Sat)	2.30pm - 4.30pm	Gaya Hidup Sihat – Senaman bersama
13 Jun 2020 (Sat)	2.30pm - 4.30pm	Perjumpaan Hari Raya
11 Jul 2020 (Sat)	2.30pm - 4.30pm	Gaya Hidup Sihat – Pemakanan yang seimbang
8 Aug 2020 (Sat)	2.30pm - 4.30pm	Bersiar-siar bersama – Mengeratkan perhubungan
12 Sep 2020 (Sat)	2.30pm - 4.30pm	Kita dan Kanser
10 Oct 2020 (Sat)	2.30pm - 4.30pm	Membina seni kreatif
14 Nov 2020 (Sat)	2.30pm - 4.30pm	Berdendang Ria

Nasopharyngeal Cancer Support Group
A support group for patients diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer (regardless of stage) and their caregivers. Patients with other types of head and neck cancer are welcome to join.

10 Jan 2020 (Fri)	6.30 pm - 9.30 pm	Understanding Chemotherapy & its Long-term Side Effects
7 Feb 2020 (Fri)	6.30 pm - 9.30 pm	Members’ Sharing – Staying Healthy After Treatment
6 Mar 2020 (Fri)	6.30 pm - 9.30 pm	Hearing Loss & Available Remedies
3 Apr 2020 (Fri)	6.30 pm - 9.30 pm	Caring for Your Teeth & Gums
8 May 2020 (Fri)	6.30 pm - 9.30 pm	Staying Positive
5 Jun 2020 (Fri)	6.30 pm - 9.30 pm	Side Effects of Head & Neck Radiation
4 July 2020 (Sat)	6.30 pm - 9.30 pm	15-anniversary NPC Support Group celebration
14 Aug 2020 (Fri)	6.30 pm - 9.30 pm	TCM & Post-Treatment Care
4 Sept 2020 (Fri)	6.30 pm - 9.30 pm	Hormonal Deficiencies & How They Affect Us
2 Oct 2020 (Fri)	6.30 pm - 9.30 pm	Complementary Medicine
6 Nov 2020 (Fri)	6.30 pm - 9.30 pm	Members’ Sharing – My Own NPC Journey

Nasopharyngeal Cancer Support Group- Online!
Visit www.healthexchange.sg. Click on “Forum” tab and locate the group on that page!

SGH-NCCS Colorectal Cancer Support Group
A support group for patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer (regardless of stage) and their caregivers.

11 Jan 2020 (Sat)	3.00pm - 5.00pm	Traditional Chinese Medicine in Cancer Care
08 Feb 2020 (Sat)	3.00pm - 5.00pm	Art Therapy
14 Mar 2020 (Sat)	3.00pm - 5.00pm	Panel Discussion on Colorectal Cancer
11 Apr 2020 (Sat)	3.00pm - 5.00pm	Nutrition in Colorectal Cancer Care
09 May 2020 (Sat)	3.00pm - 5.00pm	Advance Care Planning
13 Jun 2020 (Sat)	3.00pm - 5.00pm	Understanding Continence
10 Jul 2020 (Fri)	3.00pm - 5.00pm	Yakult Factory Visit
12 Sep 2020 (Sat)	3.00pm - 5.00pm	The Healing Power of Nature
10 Oct 2020 (Sat)	3.00pm - 5.00pm	Ostomy Day
14 Nov 2020 (Sat)	3.00pm - 5.00pm	Chemotherapy and Colorectal Caner
12 Dec 2020 (Sat)	3.00pm - 5.00pm	Year End Party

Please contact Sister Ong Choo Eng: 6326 5162 or email to ong.choo.eng@sgh.com.sgfor registration.

The Revival Connection Support Group
A support group for patients with advanced and recurrent cancer and their caregivers.

8 Feb 2020 (Sat)	2.00pm - 4.30pm	Lunar New Year Celebration + Lohei
18 Apr 2020 (Sat)	2.00pm - 4.30pm	Tulipmania at Gardens By The Bay
6 Jun 2020 (Sat)	2.00pm - 4.30pm	CanSurvive Celebration
22 Aug 2020 (Sat)	2.00pm - 4.30pm	Singapore Maritime Trail
24 Oct 2020 (Sat)	2.00pm - 4.30pm	Little India Heritage Trail
Dec 2020 (Sat)	2.00pm - 4.30pm	Year End Party

The Revival Connection Support Group Support Group- Online!
Visit www.healthexchange.sg. Click on “Forum” tab and locate the group on that page!

Year End Party for Cancer Patients and Caregivers

A party for all patients and caregivers to celebrate the closing of the year with good food and fellowship.
Dec 2020 (Date and timing to be advised).