Lung Cancer Support Groups

Lung cancer patients and their families have many needs as they deal with the challenges of navigating lung cancer. An opportunity to connect with peers in-person can help lower stress levels and improve coping skills.

Joining a Lung Cancer Support Group

Find out if there is a support group near you by: 

• Contacting your local Lung Association to learn more
• Or emailing LungCancerSupportGroups@lung.org.

Interested in becoming a facilitator?  

Facilitators are the foundation of the Lung Cancer Support Group program. We’ve created a Resource Center to help your groups run smoothly and effectively which includes: 

• The Lung Cancer Support Group Implementation and Facilitator Guide 
•  Free customizable meeting, marketing and member recruitment materials 
• Implementation and Facilitation Training Webinar 
• Ways to become involved with your local American Lung Association 

To access the Lung Cancer Support Group Facilitator Resource Center please email a request to LungCancerSupportGroups@lung.org.

More Resources

• The American Lung Association Lung Cancer Support Groups is a program of the Better Breathers Network (BBN), a free nationwide membership-based online support program providing direct access to lung disease management tools, education, and connection to other patients and caregivers. Visit Lung.org/bbn to learn more. 
• To join our Lung Cancer Survivors online support community powered by Inspire, visit lungcancer.inspire.com. 
• To speak with a lung health professional, contact our Lung HelpLine at 1-800-LUNGUSA or 1-800-586-4872. You can also chat the HelpLine at Lung.org/helpline. 
• For up-to-date lung cancer information and resources, visit Lung.org/lung-cancer