cancer active support group

1st Thursday of Each Month

12PM EST | 11AM CST | 10AM MST | 9AM PST | 5PM GMT

Designed to help patients and caregivers #keepmovingforward.

In the face of life’s most challenging times, we believe that together, we can keep moving forward.

The wisdom and experiences of our peers who have confronted cancer head-on offer invaluable insights, guidance, and comfort. Throwing Bones understands the profound value of these connections and the relief that comes from supporting one another.

Connection is a fundamental part of the human experience, and it becomes even more critical when facing a devastating challenge like cancer. The Cancer Active Support Group by Throwing Bones is here to provide you with the support, knowledge, and strength you need to face cancer head-on and continue moving forward, living a life full of hope, purpose, and vitality.

Join our community today and let’s walk this path together, supporting one another every step of the way. You are not alone.

March 6

Online / Virtual

Previous Monthly Topics Include:

Cancer Resources (February '25)

We discussed essential resources for cancer patients and caregivers, including the latest tools available on our new website launching soon!

What to Expect:
Learn about financial assistance, wellness programs, and expert-backed resources
Connect with others who understand your journey
Share what’s helped you and gain support from fellow patients and caregivers

New Year, Put Your Shoes On (January '25)

Kenny Capps discusses how to keep moving forward when faced with a New Year. We discuss motivation, taking the small steps towards a cancer active life, and what it looks like to keep moving forward.

Healing Beyond the Diagnosis (December '24)

A follow up conversation to the Education Panel on ‘Healing Beyond the Diagnosis: Addressing Mental Health‘, which featured Dr. Cheri Marmarosh, Daniel Garza, and Dr. Betsy O’Donnell.

Beyond the Hero Narrative (November '24)

David LaMotte joined us to explore a more empowering perspective based on our friend, musician, Rotary World Peace Fellow, author and thought leader, and most recently TEDx Talk presenter, David LaMotte’s insights.

CAPP (October '24)

Our participants learned about the Cancer Active Patient Portal that is being built and discussed the benefits of it while make invaluable contributions to enhance the experience.

Yoga (September '24)

Ann MacMullan led a session on the benefits of yoga and movement, and even did some chair yoga for participants.

HealthTree (August '24)

Kenny Capps and Cindy Wilkerson led a discussion on HealthTree initiatives, their participation in the efforts, and what that means for our community.

The Myth of Normal Part II (July '24)

A book club style support group where we tackled conversations relating to part of The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture.

The Myth of Normal Part I (June '24)

A book club style support group where we tackled conversations relating to part of The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture.

Nutrition (May '24)

Featured a special speaker, Francesca Castro MS, RD, CDN.

Francesca is a level III research clinical dietitian nutritionist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, where she joined the Myeloma Service in 2021 with a focus on whole food, plant-based diet interventions.
Enhancing Quality of Life (April '24)

A prelude to the April 2024 Education Panel on Enhancing Quality of Life that featured Dr. Urvi A. Shah, MD, Dr. Elizabeth (Betsy) O’Donnell, MD, and Dr. Jens Hillengass, MD, PhD.

Caregivers and Patients (March '24)

A roundtable discussion for honesty, vulnerability, communication, and a space to feel supported for patients and caregivers.

Mental Health (February '24)

Kenny led a discussion on mental health as it relates to patients, treatment, survivorship, caregives, etc. 

Oncology Yoga Coach (January '24)

Jill Krause, cancer survivorship and oncology yoga coach, joined us for a conversation and some active movement.

Interested in being a guest speaker for the Cancer Active Support Group?

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