Getting The Support You Need.

Support

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A breast cancer diagnosis can bring a wide range of emotions including shock, fear, sadness and anger.

The support of family, friends and others can help as you go through diagnosis, treatment and recovery. Some people find going to a support group is helpful.

In this section, you’ll find information on emotional support for you and your loved ones.

Susan G. Komen® Patient Care Center

Do you need help? We’re here for you. The Komen Patient Care Center is your trusted, go-to source for timely, accurate breast health and breast cancer information, services and resources. Our navigators offer free, personalized support to patients, caregivers and family members, including education, emotional support, financial assistance, help accessing care and more. Get connected to a Komen navigator by contacting the Breast Care Helpline at 1-877-465-6636 or email helpline@komen.org to get started. All calls are answered Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m to 7 p.m. ET and Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET. Se habla español.

Social Support and Support Groups

Social Support

Support Groups

Counseling and Support Groups for People with Metastatic Breast Cancer

Finding Online and Telephone Sources of Support

Support Groups for Family and Loved Ones

Social Support for Family and Loved Ones

Sources of Support for Family and Loved Ones

Family and Friends

What Can I Do, What Can I Say?

Share Your Story

Depression

Depression

Metastatic Breast Cancer

Counseling and Support Groups

Quality of Life

Depression

Hospice Care

Research Studies

Summary of Studies on Social Support and Survival

Summary of Studies on Support Groups and Survival

 

Susan G. Komen® Support Resources

  • Do you need help? We’re here for you. The Komen Patient Care Center is your trusted, go-to source for timely, accurate breast health and breast cancer information, services and resources. Our navigators offer free, personalized support to patients, caregivers and family members, including education, emotional support, financial assistance, help accessing care and more. Get connected to a Komen navigator by contacting the Breast Care Helpline at 1-877-465-6636 or email helpline@komen.org to get started. All calls are answered Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m to 7 p.m. ET and Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET. Se habla español.
  • The Komen Breast Cancer and Komen Metastatic (Stage IV) Breast Cancer Facebook groups are places where those with breast cancer and their family and friends can talk with others for friendship and support.
  • Our fact sheets, booklets and other education materials offer additional information.

 Updated 12/28/23

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