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“Support groups are safe spaces to share your fears and frustrations without feeling judged or misunderstood. Participants in a support group may understand what you’re experiencing in ways that other people might not.” 

-Katie Schoeppner, MSW, LICSW, Supervisor, Counseling Services

Telephone Support Groups

  1. BMT Survivorship Chats
  2. BMT Grief Support Group

Register for a Group

1. BMT Survivorship Chats

BMT survivors discuss experiences, challenges and insights about life after transplant with other survivors. 

Here's what you need to know:

  • The chats are facilitated by BMT Social Workers and Patient Navigators 
  • Each month, a transplant recovery topic is highlighted for discussion
  • Groups are offered three times each month
  • If you are interested in a topic, you can sign up for more than one session

Current times and topics are listed below.


June 2019 - Other Side Effects of Transplant (neuropathy, scleroderma, chemo brain, tinnitus...)
An opportunity for education, discussion, and support around side effects of transplant not typically considered symptoms of graft-versus-host disease.

Monday, June 103:00 p.m. Central Time
Wednesday, June 1910:00 a.m. Central Time
Tuesday, June 2512:00 p.m. Central time

  

July 2019 - Financial Toxicity 
A discussion around your financial well-being after transplant.

Monday, July 83:00 p.m. Central Time
Wednesday, July 1710:00 a.m. Central Time
Tuesday, July 2312:00 p.m. Central Time

 

Register for BMT Survivorship Chats: 
1. Register online, or
2. Contact us at 1 (888) 999-6743 or patientinfo@nmdp.org with the date(s) you would like to join.

We will email you with dial-in information prior to the session(s).

    2. BMT Grief Support Group 

    Those who have experienced the death of a loved one following BMT can join the BMT Grief Support Group to:
    - Connect with caring peers
    - Share experiences
    - Learn more about the grief process and available resources

    Here's what you need to know:

    • The chats are facilitated by BMT Social Workers and Patient Navigators
    • The group is offered as an 8-session series and will meet for 75 minutes every other week
    • Each session, we will explore a different topic related to grief and bereavement
    • Participants are encouraged to join all eight sessions

    If you would like more information or to register for an upcoming BMT Grief Support Group series, please:
    1. Register online, or
    2. Contact us at 1 (888) 999-6743 or email patientinfo@nmdp.org.

      What to consider when choosing a support group

      Ask yourself:

          • Do I enjoy being part of a group?
          • Am I ready to talk about my feelings?
          • Do I want to hear other people’s stories and advice?
          • Would it make me feel better to offer support to other patients, caregivers or parents?

         Ask a group leader:
            • How many people attend?
            • Is it just for patients, caregivers or parents?
            • Are others welcome?
            • How often does the group meet?
            • What is a typical meeting like?

        Looking for something local?

        Ask your transplant center social worker for help finding an in-person support group near you. Or, contact the Be The Match Patient Support Center at 1 (888) 999-6743 or patientinfo@nmdp.org for help finding resources in your area.