CancerCare Celebrates Black History Month

February gives us an opportunity to celebrate Black History Month and to honor the experience and achievements of Black and African American people.

Throughout the year CancerCare supports the particular needs of Black and African American individuals and families impacted by a cancer diagnosis. by way of counseling, resource navigation, Connect Education Workshops, publications and more.

Healing Hearts Family Bereavement Camp 2026

CancerCare's 2026 Healing Hearts Family Bereavement Camp will be held June 5–7, 2026. This weekend getaway allows families who have experienced the loss of a loved one to cancer to come together to reminisce, share, and heal. Held in the beautiful Poconos, PA, activities such as horseback riding, fishing and games are combined with therapeutic activities led by our professional oncology social workers.

Registration is open to families with children or teens ages 4-17 who have lost a loved one to cancer within the past two years. Please register before April 3, 2026.

For more information or to register, please contact Cecilia Kuepper:

Phone: 201-301-6813

Email: ckuepper@cancercare.org

CancerCare's Upcoming Fundraising Events

As we dip further into 2026, please mark these upcoming dates on your calendar for raising much needed funds for CancerCare's vital services:

4/21 CancerCare Spring Gala

5/1 Do Something for CancerCare

5/13 New Jersey Festival of Hope Gala

6/2 CancerCare Classic Golf Tournament

February Is...

National Cancer Prevention Month -call Time to Screen's toll-free hotline to speak with a support specialist and learn about screening options in your area: 855-53-SCREEN (855-537-2733)

Gallbladder & Bile Duct Cancer Awareness Month - learn more about our services, including support groups, counseling and educational resources

World Cancer Day (February 4) - read our booklet "Coping With Cancer: Tools to Help You Live"

International Childhood Cancer Day (February 15) - read our fact sheet "Financial Assistance for Children and Teens"

Join Us: Metastatic Prostate Cancer Advisor

CancerCare, together with the University of Southern California, is looking for a person with metastatic prostate cancer to help with a survey research project about how treatment value is measured. We are looking for a patient advisor to start now. Participation includes four virtual Zoom meetings during the year and reviewing materials on your computer. Compensation will be provided. To learn more, email insights@cancercare.org. 

Join Our Upcoming Community Programs

CancerCare's community programs blend educational content with emotional guidance and advice. These free events are open to anyone affected by cancer and are held via video conference, telephone or in person.

2/17 Older Adult Book Club

2/24 Long Island Bingo Night

4/16 Long Island Camp Kesem

6/5 Healing Hearts Family Bereavement Camp