Social Services and Support Groups

Memorial Medical Center’s Cancer Services Department believes that addressing the emotional needs of our patients undergoing treatment is an important component in the overall treatment plan. In addition to the treatment-based social workers, support groups are available for current and former cancer patients, as well as their families through Memorial Medical Center, the American Cancer Society and other community based organizations.

Memorial's Support Groups

Breast Cancer Support Group For women who have breast cancer. Provides a place to share concerns with others and to cope. Call (209) 526-4500, Ext. 6505, to register for this free support group.
Lymphedema Education For cancer patients about to undergo surgery or radiation therapy, or who have post-treatment swelling. Free. For more information click on link at top of page or call 569-7789.
Recreational Opportunities for Cancer Kids (R.O.C.K.)
Free monthly activities for kids with cancer. R.O.C.K. kids' siblings and parents are also welcome to the events. Call (209) 530-3600 for information.

Community Support Groups

Blood Cancers Support Group Free for patients, parents, family and friends who have been affected by leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease, myeloma or any other blood cancers. Sponsored by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. For information, call 526-4500, ext. 6505.
Leukemia and Lymphoma Support Group
For patients, parents, families and friends who have been affected by Leukemia, Lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease, Myeloma, or any other blood related cancers. Call (209) 526-4500, Ext. 6505, to register for this free support group.
Look Good, Feel Better
Free, for women in active cancer treatment. 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact the American Cancer Society at 524-7242, press 3.
Ovarian Cancer Support Group
Free. 526-2802 or 527-4110, Ext. 111.
Reach to Recovery
Free. One-on-one support for breast cancer patients. 524-7242, press 3.
US, TOO! Prostate Cancer Support Group.
Free. 869-2141.