The Head and Neck Cancer Support Network Trust is hosting a new online learning session designed to help people better understand support groups and how they can help after a diagnosis of head and neck cancer.

Many people tell us they are unsure what support groups are like, or whether they are “for them.” This session is designed to answer those questions clearly and simply—so people can make an informed choice about joining in.

What the session will cover

In this session, we will talk about:

• What support groups are and how they can help

• What actually happens in a meeting (online and in person)

• What support groups are not

• The values that guide our groups, including respect, safety, and manaakitanga

• How to join a group, if and when the time feels right

There is no pressure to speak or share—people are welcome to simply listen and learn.

Who is this for?

This session is open to:

• People affected by head and neck cancer

• Whānau and carers

• Health professionals supporting patients

Why attend?

Support groups can reduce isolation, provide practical advice from lived experience, and help people feel more confident as they move through and beyond treatment. This session is a simple way to explore whether a support group might be right for you—or for someone you support.

Register now

If you’ve ever wondered what support groups are like, or how to take the first step, we warmly invite you to join us.

👉 Register now to receive the Zoom link and session details. LINK

We look forward to seeing you there.