Open to lung cancer patients, family and caregivers regardless of physician or hospital affiliation. 

This support group is for individuals with lung cancer, lung cancer survivors, and their families searching for answers and needing support for cancer related issues. Other benefits of this group includes: 

• Reducing isolation
• Sharing with others who understand your journey
• Learning about available resources
• Enjoying arts & crafts and other therapeutic activities

When: 

Meetings are held the third Monday of every month

3-4 p.m.

Where: 

Meeting in-person at the Community Cancer Institute.

For details and to RSVP, call us at (559) 387-1876.

Open to patients and caregivers. The purpose of this support group is to:

 

• Help reduce isolation, an important step in taking life back
• Provide an atmosphere of acceptance and positive feedback
• Let you share with those who understand your journey
• Learn about resources available to you and your caregivers

When: 

Meetings are held the third Friday of every month

3-4 p.m.

Where: 

Meeting in-person at the Community Cancer Institute, Yosemite Conference Room, or online via Zoom.

For details, contact Alva Reyes, patient navigator liaison, at (559) 387-1872.

This free, online class is for survivors. Join us to discover what simple daily modifications can maximize your quality of life and keep cancer away. 
 
When:
Classes are held the 3rd Wednesday of every month
3-4 p.m.

Where:
Please join this class from your computer, tablet or smartphone via Zoom. You're encouraged to download the app prior to the class. Please call Navjot Mann at (559) 387-1711 for login information.

Open to any cervical, ovarian, uterine/endometrial, vaginal or vulvar cancer patient, family or caregiver regardless of physician or hospital affiliation. 

This support group is for individuals with gynecological cancers searching for answers and needing support for cancer-related health issues. It's an open forum for patients to discuss their stories.

We now offer a combined English and Spanish sessions with interpreter services.

When: 

Meetings are held the second Thursday of every month

3-4 p.m.

Where: 

Meeting in-person at the Community Cancer Institute or online via Zoom.

For details, contact Janet at (559) 387-1875.

A free education and support group to help those with head and neck cancer, survivors and their families cope with cancer-related issues. This monthly program is topic-based with featured speakers on cancer and self-care information, and is available to any patient with cancer or their caregiver regardless of their physician/hospital affiliation.  
 
When:
Meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of every month
3-4 p.m.

Where:
Meeting in-person and online via Zoom.

Please call Kristi Vierra at (559) 387-1706 for more information.

This online support group is for individuals with cancer, survivors and their families searching for answers and needing support for cancer-related issues.
 
When:
Meetings are held the 1st Tuesday of every month
3-4 p.m.

Where:
Please join this group from your computer, tablet or smartphone via Zoom. You're encouraged to download the app prior to the meeting. Please call Ellie at (559) 387-1873 for meeting login information.

El cáncer afecta más que solo el cuerpo. También afecta tu salud mental, emocional y social.  Te lanza a ti y a tus seres queridos a un camino que nunca quisistes. Pero no tienes que enfrentarlo solo.  

Nuestro grupo de apoyo está aquí para ayudar a las personas que hablan Español, y que han sido diagnosticados con cáncer. Tambíen invitamos a los cuidadores qué participen en el grupo de apoyo. Ofrecemos un lugar seguro para compartir sus experienceias, conectarse con otras personas afectadas por el cáncer y la oportunidad para aprender sobre su salud.
 
Cuándo:
Segundo martes de cada mes
11 a.m.- noon
Zoom y en persona

Ahora ofrecemos sesiones en persona. Llame a Charlene (559) 244-9789 para asegurar su asiento. Se proporcionarán aperitivos.

Open to patients and caregivers. 

Caring for a person with cancer can be a meaningful, comforting and fulfilling experience, yet it can also be both physically and emotionally demanding. Please join us and a group of your peers to find support while navigating this cancer journey.

When: 

Meetings are held 3-4 p.m. on the following dates in 2025:

• June 19
• September 18
• December 18

Where: 

Meeting in-person at the Community Cancer Institute, Yosemite Conference Room, or online via Zoom. Spanish interpreter available by request.

For details and to RSVP, contact Charlene at (559) 244-9789.

Open to any ostomy patient, family member or caregiver. This support group provides:

• A platform for sharing experiences, offering support and learning from one another
• Help navigating life with an ostomy
• Answers to frequently asked questions
• Practical tips and strategies for managing your ostomy
• Confidence to overcome fears and anxiety

When: 

Meetings are held the third Tuesday of every month

3-4 p.m.

Where: 

Meeting in-person at the Community Cancer Institute or online via Zoom.

For details or to RSVP, call us at (559) 244-9789.