Head and Neck Cancer Support Where courage is born, and hope grows strong
This web site is dedicated to head and neck cancer support. Helping those afflicted with Head and Neck Cancer, and providing patient-to-patient support.
We who came before will do our best to assist those who follow after. If you have learned or experienced something that may help others, please email it to us at or post it directly to our Facebook page.
We hold events each year to Raise Awareness of Head and Neck Cancer among the general population and among medical professionals. Read more about HNC Support Programs
From Our Blog
Guest Speaker: Dr. Diana Ahn at the May Support Group Meeting
Next meeting: May 3, 2025 We’re “Celebrating Better Speech and Hearing Month” with guest speaker Dr. Diana Ahn, AuD focusing on hearing and balance. Location: Virtual meeting via Zoom Please register. About Guest Speaker Dr. Diana Ahn, AuD Diana Ahn, AuD is a clinical audiologist at USC. She specializes in working with patients who have […]
Learn about the many benefits of joining the HNC Support groups
HNC Support cancer support groups offer numerous benefits, including emotional support, a sense of community, and practical advice, helping individuals cope with the challenges of cancer diagnosis and treatment, and potentially improving their quality of life Cancer support groups can help you feel better, more hopeful, and not so alone. give you a chance to […]
Save the Date for the Patient & Caregiver Symposium April 5th
Save the date and register today! – Latest advancements in care and research – Meet fellow survivors and caregivers – Sharing personal experiences. Hosted by USC Head and Neck Cancer Center
Next HNC support group:
May 3rd
With Guest Speaker:
Dr. Diana Ahn (read more)
Next Caregivers support group:
June 14th
In-person 5 year celebration. More details to come.
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Please find these helpful resources:
Register for our support groups.
ACL.gov – The Caregivers page
Caregiver Action network
National Cancer institute – Caring for the Caregiver
When Someone You Love is Being Treated for Cancer – A downloadable guide
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Stories of Survival Patient and Survivor Stories and Inspirational Words
Read stories of survival
- From Surgery to Walking his Daughter Down The Aisle
- Stones Along the Road
- Beginning Recovery Inspired Mark Phair to Complete the Ironman
- Joe Lapides’ Story
- Larry Gallagher’s Survivor’s Story
- Willie Tusan, Jr’s Journey
- The Gary Uline Story
- The Dave Hixson Story
- The Althea Tymony Story
- Alicia Currin’s Story
- Gary’s Story, told by Paula, his wife
Would you like to share your story? Please send it to us.
Are you a caregiver? We’re here to help.
We know it can be difficult at times. If you are looking for someone that can offer you some insight complete this form to send an email to one of our experienced caregivers.
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