A support group for individuals with stage 4 or incurable cancer.

DATE: on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month TIME: 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m .PLACE: Leever Cancer Center, 1075 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708 FACILITATOR: Cynthia Long, MA, LMSW REGISTER: by EMAIL: to clientservices@annsplace.org or CALL: 203-790-6568 x109

Open to anyone on their cancer journey, this support group will utilize the art making process helping to bring thoughts and emotions into the conscious mind. Modalities include but are not limited to painting, drawing, sculpting, mixed media, and more. Art therapy is beneficial for all ages and does not require any previous art experience. We hope you can join us for support and to connect with others with a shared cancer experience.

DATE: The 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month TIME: 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m .PLACE: Leever Cancer Center, 1075 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708 FACILITATOR: Cynthia Long, MA, LMSW

For breast cancer survivors, who are post-active treatment.

DATE: on the 2nd Wednesday and 4th Wednesday of the month  TIME: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. PLACE: Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Helen Tomasko LPC, MS

TO REGISTER: Call 203-790-6568 x109 or email: clientservices@annsplace.org

During Grupo de apoyo para hombres durante y después del diagnostico de cáncer.En este Grupo  los hombres encontraran apoyo, un  lugar para expresar sus emociones y para fortalecerse mutuamente durante su proceso!

Virtual : el cuarto miércoles del mes

Hora: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.   

Facilitadores: Capellan, Jose Cabezudo y Capellan, Wilmer Ipina

Men’s all cancer support group in Spanish with meetings on the 4th Wednesdays of the month, only Virtually through Zoom.

Si te gustaría asistir, comunícate  al 203 790 6568 ext 116 con Emiret Gonzalez o por email  emi@annsplace.org

A support group for adults diagnosed with Lung Cancer. Participants may join in-person at Ann’s Place or virtually via Zoom.

DATE: on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month* TIME: 600 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. PLACE: Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Cynthia Long, MA, LMSW

Monthly Support Groups require registration for first time members. Please call 203-798-6568 ext. 109 to speak with a clinical staff member or email clientservices@annsplace.org to register. Call-in and login information will be emailed to all registered participants.

*No meeting on November 28th.

A support group for individuals with all types of cancers.

DATE: on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month TIME: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. PLACE: Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Shelly Fisher, MS

Monthly Support Groups require registration for first time members. Please call 203-798-6568 ext. 109 to speak with a clinical staff member or email clientservices@annsplace.org to register. Call-in and login information will be emailed to all registered participants.

Connections is a weekly support group, offered to all new Ann’s Place clients during their first 6 weeks, following intake. Connections is an open group, offering new AP clients the opportunity to share about the challenges of their cancer journey, while making connections with peers who have a similar journey.

DATE: Every Monday TIME: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m . PLACE: Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Felicia Michael MS Intern REGISTER: through email to: clientservices@annsplace.org CALL: 203-790-6568 x109

Motherless Daughters is a space to connect with other women who have experienced the loss of a mother and process their grief together. This support group is for any woman, who lost her mother to cancer at any time in her life.

Motherless Daughters: First Monday of the month, Time: 5:30 pm. – 7:00 p.m. Place: In-Person at Ann’s Place & Virtual through Zoom Practitioner: Alison DiPinto LPC

For more information, or to join the group, please call Alison directly at 203-790-6568 ext. 132 or email alison@annsplace.org.

A support group for friends and family of those living with cancer.

DATE: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. PLACE: 1st Wednesday is Virtual through Zoom, 3rd Wednesday is In-person at Ann’s Place and Virtual on Zoom. FACILITATOR: Felicia Michael, MS Counseling Intern REGISTER: by EMAIL: to clientservices@annsplace.org or CALL: 203-790-6568 x109

¡Resilientes! Resiilient! Spanish Emotional Support Group During and After Cancer.

Virtual: Primer Martes del mes Hora: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.  Facilitadora: Emiret Gonzalez MFT

Se requiere reservación. Este Grupo promueve un espacio confiable donde los participantes aprenden a desarrollar fortaleza mental-emocional por encima del dolor o temor durante o después el diagnóstico de cáncer. Los meimbros del grupo se acompañan, reconstruyen y fortalecen mutuemte a través de sus propias experiencias, validan sus emociones,además de que crean un ambiente de solidaridad y apoyo mutuo, “somos más fuerte de los que pensamos”.

This group promotes a trusted space where participants learn to develop mental-emotional strength above pain or fear during or after cancer diagnosis. Group members accompany, rebuild, and strengthen each other through their own experiences, validate their emotions, and create an environment of solidarity and mutual support. “We are stronger than we think.”

Si te gustaría asistir, comunícate  al 203 790 6568 ext 116 con Emiret Gonzalez o por email  emi@annsplace.org

This support group, open to any adult with a Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancer, is designed to provide ongoing support, community, information and encouragement to you on your cancer journey. All groups are available in-person at Ann’s Place and virtually via Zoom.

DATE: on the 1st and 3rd Wednesay of the month TIME: 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. PLACE: In-person and Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Inge Johannssen-Schultz, MA, RN

Monthly Support Groups require registration for first time members. Please call 203-798-6568 ext. 101 or email pete@annsplace.org to register. Call-in and login information will be emailed to all registered participants.

A monthly support group for men facing prostate cancer.

DATE: on the first Wednesday of the month TIME: 6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. PLACE: iN-PERSON AND ONLINE VIA ZOOM FACILITATOR: Len Sierra

REGISTER: for this group, please email clientservices@annsplace.org or call Ann's Place at 203-790-6568 ext. 109

An educational & support group for those experiencing head and neck cancers.

DATE: on the 1st Thursday of the month TIME: 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. PLACE: In-Person at Ann's Place and virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Cynthia Long, MA. LMSW

Monthly Support Groups require registration for first time members. Please call 203-798-6568 ext. 109 to speak with a clinical staff member or email clientservices@annsplace.org to register. Call-in and login information will be emailed to all registered participants.

Bereavement support group for individuals who have lost a loved one to cancer.

DATE: on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. PLACE: In-person at Ann’s Place & Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Alison DiPinto LPC, MA REGISTER: for this group, CALL: Ann's Place at 203-790-6568 x109 EMAIL: clientservices@annsplace.org

Mahjong or mah-jongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. No prior experience is necessary to join the games.

DATE: every Friday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PLACE: In-person at Ann’s Place FACILITATOR: Marianne Gnerre REGISTER: for this group, CALL: Ann's Place at 203-790-6568 x109 EMAIL: clientservices@annsplace.org

Open to anyone on their cancer journey, this support group will utilize the art making process helping to bring thoughts and emotions into the conscious mind. Modalities include but are not limited to painting, drawing, sculpting, mixed media, and more. Art therapy is beneficial for all ages and does not require any previous art experience. We hope you can join us for support and to connect with others with a shared cancer experience.

DATE: The 1st and 3rd Friday of the month TIME: 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m .PLACE: Diebold Cancer Center, New Milford Hospital, 21 Elm Street, New Milford, CT 06776 FACILITATOR: Debbie Mendez ATR-P, LPC-A

Grief Yoga® is a specialized yoga program that facilitates addressing grief feeling in both our minds and our bodies.

DATE: on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. TIME: 2nd Monday at 10:00 a.m., 4th Monday at 4:00p.m. PLACE: In-Person at Ann’s Place and Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Alison DiPinto LPC and certified Grief Yoga® practitioner. REGISTER: through email to: alison@annsplace.org CALL: 203-798-6868 x132

Connections is a weekly support group, offered to all new Ann’s Place clients during their first 6 weeks, following intake. Connections is an open group, offering new AP clients the opportunity to share about the challenges of their cancer journey, while making connections with peers who have a similar journey.

DATE: Every Monday TIME: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m*. PLACE: Virtual through Zoom FACILITATORS: Felicia Michael MS Intern REGISTER: through email to: clientservices@annsplace.org CALL: 203-790-6568 x109

A support group for individuals with stage 4 or incurable cancer.

DATES: on 2nd & 4th Monday of the month TIME 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. PLACE: Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Pete Carney LCSW

TO REGISTER: Call 203-790-6568 x109 or email: clientservices@annsplace.org

A support group for individuals with stage 4 or incurable cancer.

DATE: on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month TIME: 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m .PLACE: Leever Cancer Center, 1075 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708 FACILITATOR: Cynthia Long, MA, LMSW REGISTER: by EMAIL: to clientservices@annsplace.org or CALL: 203-790-6568 x109

Open to anyone on their cancer journey, this support group will utilize the art making process helping to bring thoughts and emotions into the conscious mind. Modalities include but are not limited to painting, drawing, sculpting, mixed media, and more. Art therapy is beneficial for all ages and does not require any previous art experience. We hope you can join us for support and to connect with others with a shared cancer experience.

DATE: The 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month TIME: 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m .PLACE: Leever Cancer Center, 1075 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708 FACILITATOR: Cynthia Long, MA, LMSW

For breast cancer survivors, who are post-active treatment.

DATE: on the 2nd Wednesday and 4th Wednesday of the month  TIME: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. PLACE: Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Helen Tomasko LPC, MS

TO REGISTER: Call 203-790-6568 x109 or email: clientservices@annsplace.org

A support group for adults diagnosed with Lung Cancer. Participants may join in-person at Ann’s Place or virtually via Zoom.

DATE: on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month TIME: 600 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. PLACE: Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Cynthia Long, MA, LMSW

Monthly Support Groups require registration for first time members. Please call 203-798-6568 ext. 109 to speak with a clinical staff member or email clientservices@annsplace.org to register. Call-in and login information will be emailed to all registered participants.

¡Resilientes! Resiilient! Spanish Emotional Support Group During and After Cancer.

Presencial 13 de Diciembre Lugar: 358 Main Street, Danbury, CT. Hora: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.   Facilitadora: Emiret Gonzalez MFT

Se requiere reservación. Este Grupo promueve un espacio confiable donde los participantes aprenden a desarrollar fortaleza mental-emocional por encima del dolor o temor durante o después el diagnóstico de cáncer. Los meimbros del grupo se acompañan, reconstruyen y fortalecen mutuemte a través de sus propias experiencias, validan sus emociones,además de que crean un ambiente de solidaridad y apoyo mutuo, “somos más fuerte de los que pensamos”.

This group promotes a trusted space where participants learn to develop mental-emotional strength above pain or fear during or after cancer diagnosis. Group members accompany, rebuild, and strengthen each other through their own experiences, validate their emotions, and create an environment of solidarity and mutual support. “We are stronger than we think.”

Si te gustaría asistir, comunícate  al 203 790 6568 ext 116 con Emiret Gonzalez o por email  emi@annsplace.org

Mahjong or mah-jongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. No prior experience is necessary to join the games.

DATE: every Friday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PLACE: In-person at Ann’s Place FACILITATOR: Marianne Gnerre REGISTER: for this group, CALL: Ann's Place at 203-790-6568 x109 EMAIL: clientservices@annsplace.org

A support group for individuals with all types of cancers.

DATE: on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month TIME: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. PLACE: Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Shelly Fisher, MS

Monthly Support Groups require registration for first time members. Please call 203-798-6568 ext. 109 to speak with a clinical staff member or email clientservices@annsplace.org to register. Call-in and login information will be emailed to all registered participants.

Connections is a weekly support group, offered to all new Ann’s Place clients during their first 6 weeks, following intake. Connections is an open group, offering new AP clients the opportunity to share about the challenges of their cancer journey, while making connections with peers who have a similar journey.

DATE: Every Monday TIME: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m*. PLACE: Virtual through Zoom FACILITATORS: Felicia Michael MS Intern REGISTER: through email to: clientservices@annsplace.org CALL: 203-790-6568 x109

A support group for friends and family of those living with cancer.

DATE: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. PLACE: 1st Wednesday is Virtual through Zoom, 3rd Wednesday is In-person at Ann’s Place and Virtual on Zoom. FACILITATOR: Felicia Michael, MS Counseling Intern REGISTER: by EMAIL: to clientservices@annsplace.org or CALL: 203-790-6568 x109

This support group, open to any adult with a Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancer, is designed to provide ongoing support, community, information and encouragement to you on your cancer journey. All groups are available in-person at Ann’s Place and virtually via Zoom.

DATE: on the 1st and 3rd Wednesay of the month TIME: 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. PLACE: In-person and Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Inge Johannssen-Schultz, MA, RN

Monthly Support Groups require registration for first time members. Please call 203-798-6568 ext. 101 or email pete@annsplace.org to register. Call-in and login information will be emailed to all registered participants.

EmpowerMENt is a monthly mens’ cancer support group. We welcome men with any type of cancer diagnosis, from those newly diagnosed to those who are post treatment.  The group is designed to provide ongoing support, community, information and encouragement to you on your cancer journey. All monthly groups are available in-person at Ann’s Place and virtually via Zoom.

To register, please contact Pete at pete@annsplace.org or (203)790-6568 ext 101

DATE: On the 3rd Wednesday of the month TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. PLACE: In-person at Ann’s Place and Virtual on Zoom. FACILITATORS: Pete Carney,LCSW

REGISTER: by EMAIL: pete@annsplace.org or CALL: 203-790-6568 x109

During Grupo de apoyo para hombres durante y después del diagnostico de cáncer.En este Grupo  los hombres encontraran apoyo, un  lugar para expresar sus emociones y para fortalecerse mutuamente durante su proceso!

Virtual : el cuarto miércoles del mes

Hora: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.   

Facilitadores: Capellan, Jose Cabezudo y Capellan, Wilmer Ipina

Men’s all cancer support group in Spanish with meetings on the 4th Wednesdays of the month, only Virtually through Zoom.

Si te gustaría asistir, comunícate  al 203 790 6568 ext 116 con Emiret Gonzalez o por email  emi@annsplace.org

Bereavement support group for individuals who have lost a loved one to cancer.

DATE: on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. PLACE: In-person at Ann’s Place & Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Alison DiPinto LPC, MA REGISTER: for this group, CALL: Ann's Place at 203-790-6568 x109 EMAIL: clientservices@annsplace.org

Mahjong or mah-jongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. No prior experience is necessary to join the games.

DATE: every Friday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PLACE: In-person at Ann’s Place FACILITATOR: Marianne Gnerre REGISTER: for this group, CALL: Ann's Place at 203-790-6568 x109 EMAIL: clientservices@annsplace.org

Open to anyone on their cancer journey, this support group will utilize the art making process helping to bring thoughts and emotions into the conscious mind. Modalities include but are not limited to painting, drawing, sculpting, mixed media, and more. Art therapy is beneficial for all ages and does not require any previous art experience. We hope you can join us for support and to connect with others with a shared cancer experience.

DATE: The 1st and 3rd Friday of the month TIME: 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m .PLACE: Diebold Cancer Center, New Milford Hospital, 21 Elm Street, New Milford, CT 06776 FACILITATOR: Debbie Mendez ATR-P, LPC-A

Grief Yoga® is a specialized yoga program that facilitates addressing grief feeling in both our minds and our bodies.

DATE: on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. TIME: 2nd Monday at 10:00 a.m., 4th Monday at 4:00p.m. PLACE: In-Person at Ann’s Place and Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Alison DiPinto LPC and certified Grief Yoga® practitioner. REGISTER: through email to: alison@annsplace.org CALL: 203-798-6868 x132

Connections is a weekly support group, offered to all new Ann’s Place clients during their first 6 weeks, following intake. Connections is an open group, offering new AP clients the opportunity to share about the challenges of their cancer journey, while making connections with peers who have a similar journey.

DATE: Every Monday TIME: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m*. PLACE: Virtual through Zoom FACILITATORS: Felicia Michael MS Intern REGISTER: through email to: clientservices@annsplace.org CALL: 203-790-6568 x109

A support group for individuals with stage 4 or incurable cancer.

DATES: on 2nd & 4th Monday of the month TIME 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. PLACE: Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Pete Carney LCSW

TO REGISTER: Call 203-790-6568 x109 or email: clientservices@annsplace.org

A support group for individuals with stage 4 or incurable cancer.

DATE: on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month TIME: 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m .PLACE: Leever Cancer Center, 1075 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708 FACILITATOR: Cynthia Long, MA, LMSW REGISTER: by EMAIL: to clientservices@annsplace.org or CALL: 203-790-6568 x109

Open to anyone on their cancer journey, this support group will utilize the art making process helping to bring thoughts and emotions into the conscious mind. Modalities include but are not limited to painting, drawing, sculpting, mixed media, and more. Art therapy is beneficial for all ages and does not require any previous art experience. We hope you can join us for support and to connect with others with a shared cancer experience.

DATE: The 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month TIME: 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m .PLACE: Leever Cancer Center, 1075 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708 FACILITATOR: Cynthia Long, MA, LMSW

A monthly group for women diagnosed with/surviving gynecological cancers.

DATE: on the 4th Thursday of the month TIME: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. PLACE: In-Person at Ann’s Place & Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Cynthia Long, MA, LMSW

Monthly Support Groups require registration for first time members. Please call 203-798-6568 ext. 109 to speak with a clinical staff member or email clientservices@annsplace.org to register. Call-in and login information will be emailed to all registered participants.

A support group for adults diagnosed with Lung Cancer. Participants may join in-person at Ann’s Place or virtually via Zoom.

DATE: on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month TIME: 600 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. PLACE: Virtual through Zoom FACILITATOR: Cynthia Long, MA, LMSW

Monthly Support Groups require registration for first time members. Please call 203-798-6568 ext. 109 to speak with a clinical staff member or email clientservices@annsplace.org to register. Call-in and login information will be emailed to all registered participants.

We have become peers through our association with Ann’s Place. This “club” will be a continuation of the offerings of Ann’s Place, a safe place where we can gather together to share conversation and just be. Join with peers on your cancer journey to sip tea or coffee, relax, share experiences and gather support. Open to all clients of Ann’s Place including caregivers, loved ones and the bereaved.

The Comfort Zone: on the 4th Friday of the month Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Place: In person only at Ann’s Place Facilitator: Geri Hutchings. Register via Ann’s Place portal under Peer-to-Peer Support, by email: clientservices@annsplace.org or call 203-790-6568 x109

Mahjong or mah-jongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. No prior experience is necessary to join the games.

DATE: every Friday TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PLACE: In-person at Ann’s Place FACILITATOR: Marianne Gnerre REGISTER: for this group, CALL: Ann's Place at 203-790-6568 x109 EMAIL: clientservices@annsplace.org

Connections is a weekly support group, offered to all new Ann’s Place clients during their first 6 weeks, following intake. Connections is an open group, offering new AP clients the opportunity to share about the challenges of their cancer journey, while making connections with peers who have a similar journey.

DATE: Every Monday TIME: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m*. PLACE: Virtual through Zoom FACILITATORS: Felicia Michael MS Intern REGISTER: through email to: clientservices@annsplace.org CALL: 203-790-6568 x109