Support Groups

Support Groups

Our support groups provide individuals an opportunity to discuss their feelings, fears and frustrations, as well as their successes – with others who truly understand what they are experiencing.
CANs’ support groups are open to anyone whose life has been touched by cancer, including patients currently receiving treatment, survivors, caregivers, and family members. CAN currently offers the following support groups:
  • All cancer support group – 1st Wednesday of each month
  • Breast cancer support group – 2nd Wednesday of each month
  • Men’s support group – 3rd Wednesday of each month
  • Spanish support group – 1st Wednesday of each month
  • Parents support group – last Wednesday of each month

All support groups are currently in-person and online.

Scarlett Olivares, Support Group Facilitator

Scarlett Olivares, LMHC received her bachelor’s degree in clinical psychology from the Catholic University of Santo Domingo and her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Hodges University. Her specific approach enables her to help cancer survivors, patients, and their caregivers find a healthy balance between mind, body, and spirit. Scarlett has been providing high quality mental health services to the SWFL community for ten years. She provides a warm and empathetic environment to everyone.
Scarlett Olivares, LMHC recibió su licenciatura en psicología clínica de la Universidad Católica de Santo Domingo y su maestría en Consejería Clínica de Salud Mental de la Universidad Hodges. Su enfoque específico le permite ayudar a los sobrevivientes de cáncer, a los pacientes y a sus cuidadores a encontrar un equilibrio saludable entre mente, cuerpo y espíritu. Scarlett ha brindado servicios de salud mental de alta calidad a la comunidad SWFL durante diez años. Proporciona un ambiente cálido y empático para todos.

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