Are you dealing with breast cancer and raising young children?

Your fears, questions, responsibilities and needs are unique, but you are not alone.

Meet other young families affected by breast cancer at Support Saturdays, Rethink Breast Cancer’s family support program. Moms get professional help sharing their concerns with each other. Meanwhile, their children and partners are welcome to participate in fun, creative activities in our warm, friendly downtown space.

Support Saturdays at a glance ...

During Treatment:
· Opportunity for in-home support from a certified child-life specialist
· Information and direction to relevant resources

During Recovery:
· Face-to-face professionally facilitated group support
· Creative play-&-learn activities for children and dads/partners

Support Saturdays takes place in Toronto and consists of 8 weekly sessions followed by 4 monthly sessions. While new moms recovering from breast cancer link with peers and get professional psychosocial support, dads/partners are encouraged to come with the kids and participate in organized healthy medical play and expressive arts activities facilitated by Morgan Livingstone, a top child-life specialist.

This program is free of charge. We accommodate the varied needs and make-up of families.

“What a relief to find a support group for young moms with breast cancer. While I gained strength from connecting with other women like me, my kids did fantastic art with their dad. Finally, a program that is supportive, nurturing and fun for me and my family.”

– Natalie, Support Saturdays mom