Žalovanje je lahko včasih zelo osamljajoče. Tudi kadar so okoli vas ljudje, ki jim je mar za vas, je lahko težko razložiti izkušnjo, ki se zdi globoko osebna, ali začutiti, da drugi resnično razumejo, skozi kaj greste. Povezovanje z ljudmi, ki so doživeli podobno vrsto izgube, lahko prinese občutek pripadnosti in vas spomni, da vam ni treba skozi vse iti sami.
Podporne skupine ustvarjajo prostor, kjer lahko ljudje delijo izkušnje, misli in čustva z drugimi, ki so se morda znašli v podobnih situacijah. Za nekatere je lahko v pomoč že to, da prisluhnejo drugim; za druge lahko občutek olajšanja ali potrditve prinese pogovor o lastni izkušnji. Morda boste spoznali tudi različne načine soočanja, odkrili nove vire podpore ali se počutili bolj sproščeno pri pogovoru o temah, o katerih se je z družino in prijatelji težko pogovarjati.
Ni enega samega pravilnega načina sodelovanja v podporni skupini. Sami se lahko odločite, koliko želite deliti in ali raje najprej poslušate, preden spregovorite. Nekatere skupine se srečujejo v živo, druge pa potekajo prek spleta, organizirane pa so lahko okoli različnih izkušenj, kot so žalovanje po smrti bližnjega, izguba starša, partnerja, brata, sestre ali prijatelja oziroma žalovanje, povezano z boleznijo in rakom. Pomembno je, da najdete skupino, ki se vam zdi primerna za vašo izkušnjo.
Pridružitev podporni skupini ne pomeni, da morate govoriti o vsem, kar čutite, prav tako ne pomeni, da se morate močno poistovetiti z izkušnjami drugih ljudi. Vsakdo ima drugačen odnos do žalovanja. Sodelujete lahko na način, ki se vam zdi varen in udoben, in vedno se lahko umaknete, če skupina za vas ne deluje več kot pomoč.
Skupine, predlagane v tem razdelku, so namenjene temu, da vam pomagajo raziskati možnosti za povezovanje in medsebojno podporo. Če razmišljate o pridružitvi skupini, si vzemite nekaj časa in preverite, kaj vključuje, komu je namenjena in ali vam njena oblika ustreza. Iskanje podpore ni znak, da se ne zmorete spopadati — včasih lahko že to, da so ob vas drugi ljudje, naredi izkušnjo žalovanja nekoliko manj osamljeno.
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AngleščinaProvides structured support groups (e.g., metastatic cancer, survivorship groups). These groups support emotional expression, identity reconstruction, and coping with long-term changes.
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almazois.gr
AngleščinaA well-established peer-support organization offering group therapy, counseling, and survivorship programs. It helps individuals process emotional, social, and body image changes after cancer.
Več informacijcancer-support.eu
Angleščinapeople with lived cancer experience available via phone or email.
Več informacijcancercare.org
Angleščinaan organization that runs various support groups, both in-person and online, for cancer survivors, providing a space for sharing experiences
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AngleščinaProvides free psychological support services, including group therapy for patients and families. It supports emotional processing, adjustment to illness, and coping with loss.
Več informacijbeatcancer.eu
Angleščinahundreds of young people with lived cancer experience across Europe who understand what the person is going through. A space for support, resources and community.
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AngleščinaA structured support program for lung cancer patients and caregivers, focusing on emotional well-being and coping. It helps reduce isolation and build supportive connections.
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ellok.org
AngleščinaA national umbrella organization connecting cancer patient associations across Greece. It helps individuals access a wide network of peer support groups, advocacy initiatives, and community-based resources.
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cancerhellas.org
AngleščinaOffers psychosocial support, including support groups for patients and caregivers. It helps address emotional distress, survivorship challenges, and quality of life.
Več informacijgreekpatient.gr
AngleščinaOffers peer support, psychological support, and social reintegration activities. It helps reduce isolation and promotes connection among patients and survivors.
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prosoma.com
AngleščinaA clinically-backed app designed by psycho-oncologists to help survivors manage the specific anxiety and depression that follows treatment.
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macmillan.org.uk
Angleščinain-person and online support groups, as well as access to support via phone, email, or online chat, with the service provided by cancer specialists.
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maggies.org
AngleščinaMaggie’s is a center that provides individual and group counseling, workshops, guidance on social rights, and other activities. Every Maggie’s center is a welcoming space where you can find support with financial worries, tips on managing stress, and a friendly place to go when you need someone to listen. Get information on how to cope with the changes in your daily routine, work, school, and home life that come with living with cancer.
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younglivesvscancer.org.uk
AngleščinaA Facebook group for teens and young adults where they can chat with others between the ages of 16 and 24 who have gone through a cancer experience.
Več informacijacreditar.org.pt
Portugalščinaan organization that organizes support groups made up of cancer survivors, spreading hope, courage, and resilience.
Več informacijaoa.pt
PortugalščinaThe Algarve Oncology Association offers specialized psycho-oncological support, either free of charge or at low cost, that addresses the emotional, educational, and social needs of cancer patients and their families. Its services combine individual consultations, therapy groups, and preventive measures, ensuring continuous support throughout all stages of the disease.
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PortugalščinaThe Association for the Support of People with Cancer is highly recommended because, in addition to psycho-oncology consultations, it offers structured support groups that help patients and their families cope with the emotional impact of cancer. These groups create a safe space for sharing, reduce isolation, and strengthen coping skills throughout the course of the disease.
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GrščinaGalilee provides specialized palliative care and psychosocial support to patients with life-threatening illnesses and their families. It also supports individuals who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Their interdisciplinary team (psychologists, social workers, doctors, nurses) offers holistic care, addressing emotional, social, and existential needs.
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GrščinaThe Jenny Karezi Foundation provides specialized palliative care and psychosocial support to patients with serious illnesses and their families. It is particularly valuable for individuals experiencing grief, as it offers emotional support both before and after the loss of a loved one (anticipatory and post-bereavement grief).
Več informacijligue-cancer.net
FrancoščinaThe aim of these groups is to allow participants to share their experiences and feelings, to put into words their often unexpressed emotions, and to compare them with those of people who have had a similar experience, thus helping them to break out of their isolation.
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ligacontracancro.pt
PortugalščinaThe Liga Portuguesa Contra o Cancro has established Psycho-Oncology Units to provide free, specialized psychological support to cancer patients, their families, and those who are grieving. These units offer individual, family, and group counseling aimed at reducing distress, improving coping skills, alleviating isolation, correcting misconceptions, facilitating communication, and supporting caregivers and healthcare professionals.
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Ta vsebina je nastala v okviru projekta YARN, ki ga je v obdobju 2025-2028 sofinanciral program EU4Health (sporazum o nepovratnih sredstvih št. 101219053).
