Maryland Oncology Hematology

Support Groups

Having the support of others while going through cancer treatment can be important to the healing process. Naturally, most patients first turn to their family and friends for encouragement and emotional support. But something quite valuable can be gained by participating in a group with people who are undergoing a similar situation. Many patients have found great strength and encouragement through support groups.

A mutual support group can make a significant contribution in restoring a sense of well-being. When the group networks with a caring medical team, the patient and his/her family can more readily move toward recovery despite any limitations of cancer.

Caregiver’s Support Group

The Caregiver’s Support Group is a program for people caring for a loved one suffering from cancer. The group is designed to give caregivers a safe place to come to air the concerns that go along with caring for a loved one with cancer. The group is held on Wednesday evenings from 7- 8:30 pm at the Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center. The group is facilitated by Mary M. Dowling LCSW-C, who now maintains an individual practice in conjuction with Healing Point, LLC. Registration is required. Free.

Please call Mary with any questions and to register at 410-964-9100 ext. 5