An Open Discussion for Men with a Spouse/Partner Going Through Cancer

(Yorktown Heights, NY) Support Connection, Inc. announces a free program: For Men Only, Let’s Talk: An Open Discussion For Men With A Spouse Or Partner Going Through Cancer. It will be held via Zoom video conference on Tuesday, April 18, from 7-8 pm (NY time).

Open to men nationwide who have a spouse or partner living with breast, ovarian, or any other gynecological cancer. To learn more or to register, call Support Connection at 914-962-6402 or 800-532-4290 by 5 pm (NY time) on Monday, April 17.

It may be your spouse or partner who has been diagnosed with cancer, but it also affects you, as well as your family. You want to help and be supportive, but it’s not always easy to know how. Speaking with others who are in the same situation is an excellent way to learn, get ideas, and feel less alone.

Open to all men who have a spouse or partner dealing with breast, ovarian or gynecological cancer, at any stage from diagnosis, through treatment and beyond. The open discussion format provides a comfortable, supportive venue to talk with others coping with similar challenges. Share concerns, experiences and information with others who’ve been there too.

A trained facilitator will lead the discussion, to include the following topics:
• What it’s like to see your spouse or partner go through cancer, and how it affects you.
• How cancer can impact you and your spouse or partner, your relationship and your family.
• Coping strategies for you, your spouse or partner, and your family.
• Giving yourself permission to take care of your own needs at the same time as you support your loved one.

DISCUSSION LEADER: David Tartaglia is a volunteer facilitator who has personally experienced coping with his own wife’s breast cancer journey.

SUPPORT CONNECTION, INC. is a 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit organization that provides free, confidential support services and programs to people affected by breast, ovarian or gynecological cancer. Founded in 1996, Support Connection is based in Yorktown Heights, NY, but through their toll-free services they help people across the country. Services include: One-on-one counseling with professional counselors who are cancer survivors; Ongoing peer-to-peer support groups; Educational and wellness programs; Webinars; Social gatherings for cancer survivors; Information and referral services; A toll-free cancer information and support hotline. Learn more at supportconnection.org. Support Connection Breast and Ovarian Cancer Support: We’ve Been There. We Care.
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