Cancer support
A cancer diagnosis not only affects your body but your emotional well-being. We offer support groups for patients, survivors and caregivers. Our programs connect you with others to help you gather together, share your struggles and provide guidance to one another.
Cancer support groups in North Texas
At Medical City Healthcare, we know support is an essential part of cancer treatment.
That's why we focus on connecting you with resources throughout North Texas to help you through your current stage of care.
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Have cancer questions?
We can help. askSARAH is a dedicated helpline for your cancer-related questions. Our specially trained nurses are available 24/7, and all calls are confidential.
We can help. askSARAH is a dedicated helpline for your cancer-related questions. Our specially trained nurses are available 24/7, and all calls are confidential.
To supplement the cancer care you receive at our hospitals, we can connect you with support groups in North Texas. The following are a few options tailoring support to different diagnoses:
Prostate cancer support in Dallas
This group meets in person on the third Thursday of each month. For more information, please call (214) 232-9530 or email Phillip Foreman .
Thyroid cancer support in Plano
ThyCa Dallas is a free group open to thyroid cancer survivors and their families and friends. In this group, people share thyroid cancer information, their experiences with thyroid cancer and insights on how they are coping with thyroid cancer. The group is currently meeting virtually.
For more information, please call (972) 742-4558.
Ostomy support in Plano
If you or someone you know has had bowel or bladder diversionary surgery, such as colostomy or an ileostomy, you may be interested in joining an ostomy support group. Ostomy support groups provide:
- Ostomy support
- Ostomy awareness and education
- Updates on current ostomy care and products
- Information about managing skin complications
The Plano support group meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month, from noon to 1:00pm in Medical City Plano, Building III, 4001 W. 15th Street, first floor, Community Classroom, suite 170. Masks are optional and refreshments are not available.
For more information about ostomy support in Plano, call (972) 207-0282.
Breast cancer support group in Dallas
Hope in the City Virtual Breast Cancer Support Group meets virtually on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm. This meeting is open to anyone who is receiving or has received treatment for their breast cancer through Medical City Healthcare. Meetings are held via WebEx. Each meeting begins with a presentation on a topic of interest to women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.
For more information, please call (214) 232-9530 or email Phillip Foreman.
What to Say to Someone With Cancer
About Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute
As part of Sarah Cannon, the Cancer Institute of HCA Healthcare, our family of hospitals provides comprehensive cancer services with convenient access to cutting-edge therapies for people facing cancer in our communities. From diagnosis to treatment and survivorship care, our oncology expertise ensures you have access to locally trusted care with the support of a globally recognized network.
askSARAH helpline
Have cancer questions? We can help. askSARAH is a dedicated helpline for your cancer-related questions. Our specially trained nurses are available 24/7, and all calls are confidential. Contact askSARAH at (972) 202-8877.
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