Cancer Bridges

Cancer Bridges Our mission is to support those impacted by cancer through a variety of free programs and services.

Looking for connection, understanding, and support?Join Cancer Bridges, in partnership with Libby's Lungs, for a virtual...
04/05/2026

Looking for connection, understanding, and support?

Join Cancer Bridges, in partnership with Libby's Lungs, for a virtual Lung Cancer Support Group, a welcoming space where participants can share experiences, learn from others, and feel less alone.

The next session is Monday, April 6th at 7 PM on Zoom and will feature guest speaker Elizabeth Gombert, RN, BSN, Oncology Nurse, pursuing Board Certification in Health and Wellness Nurse Coaching, who will be presenting Stay True to You: Create your own Path to Living Well with Cancer.

Register on Cancer Bridges calendar!

Join the next Music Circle gathering virtually on Tuesday, April 7th at 6 PM! This relaxed, welcoming music gathering, l...
04/04/2026

Join the next Music Circle gathering virtually on Tuesday, April 7th at 6 PM! This relaxed, welcoming music gathering, led by Cancer Bridges' member and volunteer Jonathan will provide the opportunity to listen, learn and connect with other members. Drop in anytime, no instrument is needed - and just enjoy sharing music. Register on Cancer Bridges' calendar!

Living with cancer often means navigating change—again and again. With each shift in health, identity, and daily life ca...
04/04/2026

Living with cancer often means navigating change—again and again. With each shift in health, identity, and daily life can come a sense of loss that isn’t always visible, but is deeply felt.

Join us for Twilight Grief: Exploring Pre-Death Loss, a virtual presentation on April 7th at 12 PM that sheds light on the ongoing grief experienced by individuals with cancer and those who support them. Led by Elizabeth Schandelmeier, LCSW, APHSW-C, FT, this session will explore what it means to grieve while life is still unfolding—and why those feelings are a natural part of the journey.

This conversation offers space for understanding, reflection, and connection—for anyone impacted by cancer.

Learn more and register today on Cancer Bridges' calendar.

Join Danielle and Brenna in on Tuesday, April 7th at 11 AM for The First Draft Writing Workshop. The theme of this mont...
04/04/2026

Join Danielle and Brenna in on Tuesday, April 7th at 11 AM for The First Draft Writing Workshop. The theme of this month's workshop is Setting and Place. Explore the power of setting and place in stories - no writing experience required! Led by local writers Danielle and Brenna, this month's class offers a creative outlet that can reduce stress, spark imagination, and boost mental clarity. Trying new ways to express yourself, even if you don't consider yourself a writer, can bring joy, inspiration, and fresh perspective to everyday life! Register on Cancer Bridges' calendar.

🧸 Join Nicki Jo for a 4-week Memory Bears workshop starting on Tuesday, April 7th at 4:30 PM at Cancer Bridges!🧸This mea...
04/03/2026

🧸 Join Nicki Jo for a 4-week Memory Bears workshop starting on Tuesday, April 7th at 4:30 PM at Cancer Bridges!🧸

This meaningful, hands-on experience creates memory bears in remembrance of someone special. Guided by Nicki Jo, you’ll have the opportunity to craft a comforting keepsake that honors your loved one and holds their memory close.

All materials will be provided, and you’re welcome to bring personal items (such as clothing or fabric) to make your bear uniquely yours. These thoughtful touches can transform your bear into something deeply personal—whether for yourself or as a gift for someone else.

This program offers a gentle space to reflect, create, and connect with others who understand.

Register on Cancer Bridges' calendar!

The Cancer Bridges Team is on Spring Break today ... but tomorrow is an opportunity to connect with other members! Coffe...
04/03/2026

The Cancer Bridges Team is on Spring Break today ... but tomorrow is an opportunity to connect with other members! Coffee and Chat is tomorrow, Saturday, April 4th at 10:30 AM on Zoom! Ease into your weekend in a relaxed, friendly space where members can gather for conversations and connection. Share everyday moments, share stories, or simply enjoy the company of others in a supportive community that truly understands. Everyone is welcome! Register on Cancer Bridges' calendar.

✨ Stay True to You: Create Your Own Path to Living Well with Cancer on Monday, April 6th at 7 PM ✨ Join us for an evenin...
04/02/2026

✨ Stay True to You: Create Your Own Path to Living Well with Cancer on Monday, April 6th at 7 PM ✨

Join us for an evening focused on navigating life with cancer in a way that feels authentic to you. Biz Gombert, RN, BSN—who is pursuing board certification in Health and Wellness Nurse Coaching—will share practical strategies to help you move through both the joyful and challenging moments of your experience.

This presentation includes guided self-reflection exercises and actionable steps you can carry into your daily life.

Connect with others, explore what living well means to you, and take away tools to support your path forward. Register for this virtual education session on Cancer Bridges' calendar.

We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us last week for our Hear from the Experts: Sarcoma Education Panel.It was a me...
04/01/2026

We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us last week for our Hear from the Experts: Sarcoma Education Panel.

It was a meaningful evening of learning, connection, and thoughtful conversation as a multidisciplinary group of experts shared insights and answered questions about navigating the sarcoma journey. Thank you to our incredible panelists—Dr. Kurt Weiss, Dr. Yvonne Mowery, Dr. Bill Laframboise, and Dr. Lisa Ercolano—for generously sharing your time and expertise, and to Melissa Potter and Alethea Carr for helping guide such a supportive discussion. Thank you to our education sponsors Natera and UPMC for making this night possible through your generosity.

We’re also thankful for the support of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Community Alliance Program (CAP) and the medical student volunteers who joined us—Sebastian Hymson, Andrew Zhang, Tao Sheng, and Silas Wang.

And of course, thank you to everyone who attended. We’re grateful to be able to create spaces where people can come together, share experiences, and ask important questions!

No joke… it’s really happening 😄One month until we raise a glass at Our Glass is Half Full!Two months until we hit the g...
04/01/2026

No joke… it’s really happening 😄

One month until we raise a glass at Our Glass is Half Full!
Two months until we hit the greens at the Golf Classic!

April Fools’ might be full of surprises - but this isn’t one of them. The countdown is real, and so is the impact.

What you need to know:
‼️Our Glass VIP tickets are almost gone (seriously - no tricks here)
Grab your tickets here to experience six+ wine vendors and a great evening out: https://bit.ly/26CBOGHF

‼️ The course is filling up fast with our 50% of golfer spots filled
Register as an individual, pair, or foursome here: https://bit.ly/26CBGolf

Thank you for supporting Cancer Bridges and our community!

04/01/2026

Still feeling grateful to every one who showed up for Racing Pittsburgh Sean T. Smith Memorial Just a Short Run this past weekend!

You have no idea how many families you have helped with your efforts

Join us for Caregiver Community Night on Thursday, April 30th, from 6:00 – 7:30 PM at Cancer Bridges!Are you currently c...
04/01/2026

Join us for Caregiver Community Night on Thursday, April 30th, from 6:00 – 7:30 PM at Cancer Bridges!

Are you currently caring for a loved one with cancer? We invite you to join us for a special evening designed just for caregivers.

This welcoming gathering will be hosted by Joni Staaf Stamford, LPC, NCC, ERYT, AADP—an integrative counselor and mindfulness educator—who will help guide the space with intention and care. Enjoy a light meal, connect with others who understand the caregiving experience, and spend time in a supportive environment where you can share, listen, or simply be.

You do not need to be part of a Cancer Bridges support group to attend—this evening is open to anyone currently providing care for a loved one with cancer.

Come as you are. We hope you’ll join us. Register on Cancer Bridges' calendar.

To every runner, walker, fundraiser, donor, and cheerleader who showed up for GCXC Racing Pittsburgh Sean T. Smith Memor...
03/31/2026

To every runner, walker, fundraiser, donor, and cheerleader who showed up for GCXC Racing Pittsburgh Sean T. Smith Memorial Just a Short Run this past weekend - you made it unforgettable! Because of you, Cancer Bridges can continue providing support, connection, and hope to individuals and families navigating cancer.

Whether you hit the pavement, made a gift, or helped spread the word, you were part of something bigger and we’re so grateful to have you in our community. 💙

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2816 Smallman Street
Pittsburgh, PA
15222

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

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