An eight-week support group for individuals who are living with an advanced cancer diagnosis (Stages 3 & 4 and/or metastasis). This group welcomes individuals who have been newly diagnosed or who are up to 18 months post-treatment. The group offers a space to discuss dealing with the impact of cancer on your relationships, emotions, and side effects from treatment and decrease stress while talking to others who are facing similar circumstances.

Session Dates: 

Fall 2022: Friday, October 7- November 25, 1:00-2:30 pm- Registration is closed, this session is full.

Winter 2023: Friday, January 20- March 10, 1:00-2:30 pm- Registration is open for this session.

Spring 2023: Friday, April 21- June 9, 1:00-2:30 pm

Facilitator: Teri Henderson M.S.W, R.S.W (she/her) has been a facilitator at Gilda’s Toronto for 5 years. As a Social Worker, Teri’s focus is in the area of caregiver support, mindfulness-informed end-of-life care, hospice and palliative care, and resiliency.

Please note Living With Cancer is a virtual support group that requires a meeting with Program staff prior to your first attendance.  

Gilda’s Club Greater Toronto offers 8-week support groups three times a year. Our support groups are run by mental health professionals who have a strong understanding of the unique needs of individuals who have been impacted by cancer.

Support groups are not operated on a drop-in basis. We encourage commitment to the entire 8-week.  A commitment to the group helps to build community and allows for topics and conversations to be built on week by week.

Required Technology

Computer, phone or tablet with a camera
Internet connection
A private room without distraction