Cancer support groups are meetings for people with cancer and anyone touched by the disease. They can have many benefits. Even though a lot of people receive support from friends and family, the number one reason they join a support group is to be with others who have similar cancer experiences. Some research shows that joining a support group improves both quality of life and survival. In addition, support groups can provide a valuable opportunity to talk to others about your feelings and how to work through them. For a list of support groups available at UCI, click here: https://cancer.uci.edu/patient-care/patient-support