Specialized Support Groups

We recognize patients’ needs for sharing ideas and experiences and drawing strength from others facing the same challenges, and we give patients and their families access to numerous local and nationwide support programs that can provide information, guidance, and an unparalleled understanding of living through cancer. Meet our supportive care providers.

Compass Oncology Us TOO Prostate Cancer Support Group
Third Monday of each month from 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Group meetings alternate monthly via Zoom and in-person at Compass Oncology Rose Quarter.
TO REGISTER: Please contact Hannah at 503-525-8666 or hannah.fajen@compassoncology.com or Mikaela at 503-231-2610 or mikaela.shrumm@compassoncology.com.
This monthly support group meeting for men with prostate cancer and their loved ones provides unbiased information from experts in areas related to prostate cancer including treatment options, pain control, nutrition, mental health, coping strategies and more.

Women’s Cancer Support Group
Second Monday of Each Month from 5:00 - 6:30 pm
This support group session is offered via ZOOM
TO REGISTER:
Please contact virginia.hill@compassoncology.com or ari.black@compassoncology.com.
This support group is for all women cancer survivors. Oncology social workers will facilitate the conversation and answer any questions you may have about physical or emotional issues, treatment side effects and general coping strategies. New topics of discussion each month.

For a full calendar, topics and locations of our support groups and events, visit CompassOncology.com/calendar 

Cancer Support Group for Young Adults
First Wednesday of each month from 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Group meetings alternate monthly via Zoom and in-person at Compass Oncology Rose Quarter.
TO REGISTER: Please email Katie Wheeler, CSWA, LSWAIC, katie.wheeler@compassoncology.com, or Val Lanham, LCSW, LICSW, val.lanham@compassoncology.com, or call 360-449-6531.
Support group for young adult cancer patients and survivors. Facilitated by two oncology social workers, this group is designed to meet the unique needs of cancer patients and survivors ages 21–40. 

Local Non-Profit Support Groups & Resources
Below are links to local non-profit groups that Compass Oncology has sponsored and partnered with for many years providing support, education and resources to patients and their family members.

Breast Friends
For 23 years Breast Friends has been providing emotional support to women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.

Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Oregon & SW Washington
Provides awareness, education, and support for women diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

Pink Lemonade Project
We educate, empower and support all communities affected by breast cancer.

Compass Oncology proudly supports the following local organizations, click here to view.