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Cancer Support Group

Cancer Support Group

This is a safe and confidential space to find a supportive community that understands the complexities of the cancer journey, providing solace and strength beyond medical treatment.

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Rs. 700.00
Rs. 700.00
Starts 29th Mar Booked out
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Goals of the group

The goal of the group is to provide emotional support, share information and resources, and facilitate peer support among individuals affected by cancer.

By offering a supportive community, the group will help improve the overall well-being and quality of life for those navigating the cancer journey.

It aims to enhance coping skills, promote empowerment and advocacy, address practical concerns, and foster hope and resilience in participants.

Who is the group for?

This group is designed for adults 18 years and above in India who are currently undergoing cancer treatment. If you are newly diagnosed or are experiencing the challenges of ongoing treatment, in consolidation phase or in between treatment cohorts, this group will provide a supportive environment to share experiences, gain insights and build your coping strategies.
The group is not designed for those who are terminally ill or transitioning to end-of-life care

What will we talk about?

1. Coping strategies for managing fear, anxiety, and uncertainty associated with a cancer diagnosis.
2.Expressing feelings and emotions related to the cancer experience in a safe and supportive environment.
3.Dealing with the impact of cancer on relationships with family, friends, and loved ones.
4.Exploring ways to maintain a positive outlook and find sources of hope and inspiration during difficult times.
5.Discussing the challenges of treatment, such as side effects, fatigue, and lifestyle adjustments.
6.Sharing personal stories and experiences to foster connection and empathy among group members.
7.Addressing concerns about body image, self-esteem, and changes in physical appearance due to cancer treatment.
8.Exploring the role of spirituality, faith, or mindfulness practices in coping with cancer.
9.Navigating difficult decisions about treatment options, including weighing risks and benefits.

Learn from us & from each other

  • Thank you, you all truly understand what I’m going through. I hope you guys get some good sleep, have an easy day, your doctors listen to you and that you can do some of your favorite activities with little to no pain.

    Mansi

  • It was comforting to hear that other people went through similar things. And hearing what was good, what was bad, and what they would change.

    Isha

  • I am so grateful to have joined the group. I feel more connected to others, less alone in my experience, and supported. To someone in my situation who was considering SoulUp, I’d simply say: DO IT

    Rishi

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Meet your Facilitator

Rajeshwari Zephaniah

Ms. A Rajeshwari has a 8 years of work experience in the field of Psycho-Onolcogy. She has helped over 1000 patients and/or their families to cope with the trajectory of the disease and also navigate through decision making by briding the communication gap between care provider and the patient/family.

Concerns that she has extensively worked with include: emotional distress, non-pharmacological measures to help cope with pain, End of Life care issues, Tobacco Cessation, deal and cope with individual changes and inter-personal role changes, dealing with new normalcy, providing psycho-edcuation related to treatment and its side effects, helping families cope with caregiver burden and burnout, helping children cope with cancer and its treatment.

Contributions
She has presented papers at National conferences at Psycho-Oncology, Psychology and Palliative Care to showcase the role, impact and need of Psycho-Oncology Services.
She has published a research paper in the IJPC (Indian Journal of Palliative Care) on Ässessment of Distress among Patients and Primary Caregivers; Findings from Chemotherapy Out-Patient Unit”(2020)
She also co-authored a research paper in Cancer Reports on “Inception of a Caregiver Support Group directed by Patient Needs” (2021)

FAQs

What are SoulUp groups?

At SoulUp, you'll meet people who get what you're going through and might be living some of the same realities. People looking for extraordinary conversations, just like you.

✔️ Small group, 6-8 people

✔️ Every meeting led by a world-class facilitator

✔️ Weekly 75-minute online video sessions

Yes, all group sessions are conducted on video via Zoom. While participants are allowed to use pseudonyms - they need to be on video to make the most of the session.

Confidentiality in Support Groups is maintained using secure meeting links and enabling waiting rooms to control participant access. Participants are bound by mutual confidentiality clause within the group. Also, sessions are not recorded without explicit consent.

While the format can vary as per topic, here’s a flow that most sessions follow:

Check In. Participants check-in with each others' feelings and answer the prompt given by the facilitator if any.

Conversation. Your facilitator will guide the group through free-flowing conversation coupled with some simple exercises or activities —with the goal of sharing openly, connecting to your emotions and learning specific skills.

Check Out. Participants share what they're taking away from the session.

1. After you have registered for the group and you'd like to opt out:
- Full refund if you cancel 30 days before the group start date.
- 50% refund if you cancel 16-30 days before the group start date.
- No refund if you cancel 0-15 days before the group start date.

2. If SoulUp cancels a group, we will refund the entire signup fee.

3. If SoulUp reschedules a group by more than 2 weeks, we will inform you and give you an option to opt out and get a full refund.

4. SoulUp reserves the right to remove participants from a group if found unsuitable to the group. In such cases participants are given the option of claiming the pro-rata amount left as a refund or using it for another service on SoulUp.

You can book 3 Peer calls for FREE as part of signing up for this group.

Please note: This is only available to first-time participants of a SoulUp group (those trying a SoulUp group for the first time).

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SoulUp was founded in 2022 by Punita Mittal and Mahak Maheshwari - a team of IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay with more than 20 years of combined healthcare experience. SoulUp is redefining mental health through groups that are not only effective but also fun, social, and challenging.

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A space where individuals affected by cancer can share experiences and find emotional support to navigate their journey with strength and resilience.

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