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At Cancer Support Community California Central Coast, we understand that facing cancer can be a challenging journey, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Our services are designed to provide comprehensive assistance tailored to your unique needs. Whether you’re seeking emotional support, educational resources, opportunities for a healthier lifestyle, programs for your children and family, or guidance on survivorship, our array of services is here to empower you every step of the way. Explore the various areas of support we offer below to discover the resources that best suit you and your loved ones.

Support Groups

All programs are evidence-based and led by professionals in the field. Programming is offered in person, virtually and hybrid. Check the program calendar for the most up to date programming offerings.

OUR GROUPS

  • Comprehensive Support: Backed by compelling evidence that optimal cancer care includes social and emotional assistance, we offer an array of services at no cost to families. Our support extends across the entire spectrum of the patient’s cancer journey and recovery.

  • Family-Focused Approach: Regardless of the patient’s stage of cancer or recovery, our services are tailored to benefit the entire family. We believe that cancer affects not just individuals, but their loved ones as well.

Education

Empower yourself with knowledge! Programs and resources offered through CSC are evidence-based and taught by certified and licensed experts in their field. CSC conducts educational workshops on various cancer-related topics, including treatment options, side effects, and coping strategies. These workshops aim to empower participants with knowledge and information.

Health & Wellness Programs

Cancer Support Community – CA Central Coasts offers a range of health and wellness programs to individuals affected by cancer. Check out the program calendar to see the dates and times for upcoming healthy lifestyle programs.

  • Mind-Body Programs: We offer mind-body programs like yoga, meditation, and mindfulness training. These practices can have been proven to help reduce stress, improve emotional well-being, and enhance overall quality of life.

  • Exercise and Physical Activity: Physical activity programs, such as our 10-week Cancer Well-Fit Program or our Therapeutic Yoga classes, can help individuals with cancer stay active and manage fatigue, muscle weakness, and other treatment-related issues.

  • Art and Expressive Therapies: Creative outlets like art therapy, writing, and music therapy can be therapeutic for individuals dealing with cancer. These programs encourage self-expression and emotional healing.

Child, Family & Teen Programs

A cancer diagnosis can be emotionally overwhelming for the entire family. Support programs for children, family members, and teenagers after a cancer diagnosis play a vital role in addressing emotional, informational, and practical needs. They offer a lifeline of understanding, education, and connection during a challenging time, ultimately promoting better overall well-being and resilience within the family unit.

Counseling Services

Short-term individual counseling is an essential and valuable aspect of mental health care. It provides timely, focused, and support for individuals dealing with the various emotional and psychological challenges of diagnosis, promoting symptom relief, skill development, and improved overall well-being. At Cancer Support Community – CA Central Coast we offer individual, couples, children/teen, and family short-term counseling, and can help navigate you to a long-term counselor if requested.