Care Partner Support Group 2026
Virtual via Microsoft Teams
Virtual Event
Tickets available
CostFree
Description
This support group is a safe space where you can share your experiences, find encouragement, and connect with others who understand what you're going through as a care partner caring for a loved one diagnosed with cancer.
If you have any questions about registering for this support group, email the Cancer Resource Center at LCISupportiveOncology@advocatehealth.org.
Please see additional documents and most frequently requested resources on this page.
Interested in connecting with a peer who has a similar caregiving experience? Register to be a mentor or be matched with one here:
ACS Cares (Community Access to Resources, Education, and Support) can also match caregivers with peers, learn more about the program and download the app here:
ACS CARES® | American Cancer Society
Are you looking for answers to legal or practical questions about things like insurance, work, disability, estate planning, advocacy, or military benefits?
Visit Triage Cancer
Are you looking for help with personal care services for your loved one? Visit these sites:
Companion care | 24/7 | CareYaya
North and South Carolina’s Premier Senior Directory - All About Seniors
Click here for tips and support for family caregiving:
National Council on Aging: How to Become a Successful Caregiver
Please note that participating in this support group does not establish an individual case management relationship with the facilitator. This support group is based in Charlotte, individuals from outside the area may have access to different programs and services, the facilitator reserves the right to engage the patient's clinical team for ongoing support needs.
Instructors
Audrey Sherman
Audrey Sherman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Levine Cancer Institute with 11 years of pediatric and adult oncology experience. She holds the Oncology of Social Work certification and is a member of the Association of Oncology Social Workers. Her clinical practice includes helping patients and families navigate the challenges of having a cancer diagnosis while providing practical resources aimed at improving their wellbeing.
Additional Dates
Resources
Spiritual Care
Spiritual Care
Who seeks Spiritual Care? Anyone experiencing spiritual/emotional distress.
- Processing a new diagnosis?
- Struggling with issues about the meaning of their life or life events
- Feeling punished, abandoned, or angry at God
- No longer finding meaning or connection in their spiritual practices
- Distress over their loss of "normality"
- Issues navigating the caregiver/care-receiver relationship
How care is provided: The chaplain can respond, in person, to requests for support within any clinic at LCI Morehead, during normal clinic hours. Additionally, the chaplain can meet over the phone.
Questions?
LCISupportiveOncology@AdvocateHealth.org
Advance Directives
Advance Directives
Advance directives are legal documents that outline your medical and end of life preferences to ensure your healthcare wishes are honored. You can pick up the paperwork in our Cancer Resource Center on the 3rd floor of LCI 2 near the main entrance.
These forms can be completed at home but must be notarized and witnessed, you can use any notary, we can assist if needed. We have the NC and SC forms available in English and Spanish.
Questions? YourCareYourChoice@AdvocateHealth.org
YouTube
YouTube
To learn more about Supportive Oncology, visit our YouTube channel.