Community Partners Support Programs

Don’t hesitate to ask for help. There’s no such thing as too much support when you’re battling cancer. One way Adventist HealthCare makes your journey easier is by working with community partners. These compassionate organizations help you and your loved ones navigate cancer treatment and recovery. From assistance with day-to-day living to fostering local connections, our partners are always ready to lend a hand.

Hope Connections

Hope Connections is a nonprofit organization that helps cancer patients and their loved ones access support, education, and community. Some offerings you might find useful include:

A variety of outpatient support groups for every stage of your journey
Unique classes for your body and mind—such as boxing, yoga, meditation, art, and knitting
Educational programs designed to support patients and caregivers
Social activities and events like book clubs, fundraisers, dinners, and parties

CaringMatters

CaringMatters offers emotional and practical support for patients and caregivers in Montgomery County. When you find yourself facing the everyday challenges cancer brings, CaringMatters is here to help.

At-Home Assistance

Companionship for patients at home and on outings to local destinations
Transportation within the Montgomery County area
Wellness services, such as massage, bedside music therapy, pet therapy, reiki, and mindfulness
Assistance with meal preparation, errands, and household chores
Caregiver respite for hardworking loved ones who need a break to recharge

Community Care

Adult grief support, including support groups, a Bereaved Caregiver Retreat, and grief-focused parenting workshops
Camp Erin, Good Grief Club, and family nights to help children process the loss of a loved one
A variety of workshops, classes, clubs, and other activities for a wide range of ages, demographics, religious backgrounds, and communities

Smith Center for Healing and the Arts

This Washington, D.C.–based nonprofit offers healing and connections through community and creativity. Join fellow cancer patients for unique, artistic programs and workshops. The Smith Center offers:

Creative workshops led by professional artists and educators on subjects such as abstract self-portraits, knitting on the couch, and creative writing
Support groups for certain cancer diagnoses, age groups, ethnicities, religious practices, and LGBTQ+ communities
Unique, cancer-friendly exercises, such as chair yoga, Qigong, Zumba, and Pilates
Life-enhancing retreats focused on experiential healing and community with other cancer patients in a beautiful, woodland setting

How to Connect

All our partners offer program access free of charge. Ask your care team for help getting connected, or reach out to an organization on your own.

CaringMatters
518 S. Frederick Ave.
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
301-869-4673

Hope Connections
Bethesda Facility
10100 Laureate Way
Bethesda, MD 20814
301-634-7500

Prince George's County Facility
8201 Corporate Drive, Ste 605
Landover, MD 20785
301-634-7500

Smith Center for Healing and the Arts
1632 U Street, NW, Washington, DC 20009
202-483-8600