A mesothelioma diagnosis weighs heavily not only on the patient but their entire support system, too. Friends, family and caregivers supporting someone with mesothelioma also need support to provide their loved one the best care possible. That’s why The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com created the Mesothelioma Family, Friends & Caregiver Support group exclusively for those caring for or supporting someone with mesothelioma. The group will serve as a safe place to share your story, get resources and learn how others are coping with the disease. You’ll be invited to share tips, information and helpful resources. You can ask questions and get answers and support from others helping a loved one through mesothelioma. Several mesothelioma caregiver advocates will be participating in the group including Lorraine Kember, who has written books about her journey as a mesothelioma caregiver. Group moderators from The Mesothelioma Center, including our nurse and patient advocate Karen Selby, will contribute helpful resources and spark conversations about relevant topics. Benefits of Joining an Online Support GroupSupport groups offer empathy, emotional nurturing, experiential knowledge and resources. These benefits also help people gain a sense of agency in how they respond to things they cannot control. Other benefits of joining an online support group include:
Is This the Right Group for Me?If you were ever a family member, friend or caregiver to someone with mesothelioma, then this group is for you. In order to create a safe space, those interested in joining will have to answer a few questions to ensure we build the right community. Once you’ve joined, we encourage participants to share their story. The group will be open to discussing all topics. We only ask that participants avoid hate speech and giving unsolicited advice about medical, legal and financial matters. At this time, the group is not open to people diagnosed with mesothelioma. However, mesothelioma patients can join our Facebook community and participate in our monthly online support group. Our Facebook community is a great place for people diagnosed with mesothelioma to share their experience and find resources and support. If you have any questions, issues or concerns about joining these groups, send us an email. The post Announcing New Support Group for Mesothelioma Caregivers appeared first on Mesothelioma Center – Vital Services for Cancer Patients & Families. from https://healthyfamilyfuture.com/2019/02/22/announcing-new-support-group-for-mesothelioma-caregivers/
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