Cancer is certainly a family illness. The Family Circle is a special program held once a month, for children and adolescents ages 6-18 who have a parent or other significant adult with cancer.
Childrens groups are organized according to age, and parents groups (English & Spanish) run concurrently during this time period. The program is designed to help families network and find social support and resources to best cope with cancer and its treatment .Children who have participated in similar programs have found great success and support in dealing with their loved one's cancer.