At Cancer Support Community Montana, we understand the challenges of cancer. Join our community for support, inspiration, and evidence-based programs led by professionals.
Attend in-person, virtual, or hybrid programs. Visit us in Bozeman or Missoula for a tour to get involved, or contact us to learn more. We’re here for you and your loved ones!
Mind-Body programming is designed to enhance self-awareness of the mind and body, promote relaxation, self-care, and overall well-being.
Knowledge is power! Through research at the Cancer Support Community Headquarters Research and Training Institute, needs assessments, and current best practices, CSC Montana creates an education plan to serve cancer survivors and their loved ones.
Cancer Support Community Montana offers emotional support through support groups, informal connection groups, and individual short-term counseling – all offered free of charge. Support groups provide an opportunity for people with shared experiences to connect, share resources, and develop healthy coping strategies.
The first place cancer metastasis is to the family. Youth are affected by having cancer themselves, as well as when a close friend or family member has a cancer diagnosis. Our Youth and Family programs are intended to provide a place of support and sense of community for the whole family.
Exercise and nutrition is important physical and mental health. CSC Montana offers healthy lifestyle classes to meet the unique needs of cancer survivors. All exercise classes are taught by professionals that offer accommodations and alterations to meet the individual needs of each cancer survivor in the class.
Cancer Support Community Montana provides retreats that focus on education, restoration, and connection. All CSC Montana retreats are provided for Montanans and their families free of charge.
Survivorship occurs as your treatment comes to an end. Cancer Transitions is a survivorship series that addresses all aspects of cancer survivorship: emotional well-being, nutrition and fitness, medical management, and navigating relationships.
Frankly Speaking About Cancer is an education series that takes you on a journey through topics that inform and inspire people with cancer and their loved ones.
When a child is diagnosed with cancer, there is a sudden and shocking whirlwind of doctor appointments, testing, and a rush to begin treatment. Cancer Support Community Montana stands ready to help.
Frankly Speaking About Cancer is an education series that takes you on a journey through topics that inform and inspire people with cancer and their loved ones.
Mind-Body programming is designed to enhance self-awareness of the mind, body and spirit, while additionally promoting relaxation, self-care, and overall well-being.
Mind-Body programming is written in red on the program calendar.
CSC Montana does not have a religious affiliation, but provides programming on the topic of spirituality as we recognize the importance of spirituality in some cancer survivors and caregivers journeys.
Yoga is a restorative exercise used to find strength, flexibility and a sense of calmness and is led by Certified Yoga Instructors. All skill levels are welcome, and if needed, equipment is provided.
Yoga Nidra is a very gentle relaxed practice to ease body, mind, and spirit. All skill levels welcome.
Cancer Support Community Montana offers emotional support through support groups, informal connection groups, and individual short-term counseling in person and through telehealth – all offered free of charge. Check out the program calendar to see the dates and times for upcoming emotional support programs, as well as other group details, and facilitator information.
Support groups provide an opportunity for people with shared experiences to connect, share resources, and develop healthy coping strategies. All support groups are led by licensed mental health professionals. For privacy reasons, links for emotional support programs are not listed on the online calendar.
Contact Cancer Support Community Montana to learn more and see if a support group is right for you
Informal Support Programs are a networking group providing opportunity for connection, information sharing, and discussion for cancer survivors with a shared experience.
** While our Zoom platform is HIPAA protected, due to public zoom link postings on our website calendar, we cannot ensure 100% privacy protection for exercise programs and educational talks. **
Cancer Support Community Montana offers emotional support through support groups, informal connection groups, and individual short-term counseling in person and through telehealth – all offered free of charge. Check out the program calendar to see the dates and times for upcoming emotional support programs, as well as other group details, and facilitator information.
Support groups provide an opportunity for people with shared experiences to connect, share resources, and develop healthy coping strategies. All support groups are led by licensed mental health professionals. For privacy reasons, links for emotional support programs are not listed on the online calendar.
Contact Cancer Support Community Montana to learn more and see if a support group is right for you
Informal Support Programs are a networking group providing opportunity for connection, information sharing, and discussion for cancer survivors with a shared experience.
** While our Zoom platform is HIPAA protected, due to public zoom link postings on our website calendar, we cannot ensure 100% privacy protection for exercise programs and educational talks. **
Exercise is important physical and mental health. CSC Montana offers exercise classes to meet the unique needs of cancer survivors. All exercise classes are taught by professionals that offer accommodations and alterations to meet the individual needs of each cancer survivor in the class.
Whether you are an Olympic athlete or never been to a gym, these classes help you build strength while connecting with other cancer survivors who are also empowered to take back their health.
Check out the program calendar to see the dates and times for upcoming healthy lifestyle programs, as well as trainer information.
These exercise-inspired programs are created for people at any stage of a cancer diagnosis and their friends and family. The variety of opportunities encourages cancer survivors and their loved ones to try new recreational and outdoor activities so they can continue exercise through cancer treatment and beyond, while encouraging self-care for friends and family. A variety of programs are offered on a rotating basis..
Maintain your energy, get your strength back, or work towards a new fitness level with fellow cancer survivors. This class focuses on strength building utilizing hand weights, resistance bands, and the body’s weight. All levels are welcome!
All cancer survivors are invited to participate in a private ½ hour personal training session prior to joining exercise classes.
Call CSC Montana at (406) 582-1600 to schedule.
Keep moving during this no-impact workout in Eagle Mount’s heated, low-chlorine pool. No experience is necessary. All participants must fill out an application and waiver before participating. Visit eaglemount.org and click participate to learn more.
Due to limited space, registration is required for every class—register online or at (406) 582-1600.
Your health after treatment may be different than it was before you started treatment, and you may find yourself having to manage problems you never had previously. Some of the more immediate health issues people begin to encounter after cancer treatment ends. Some of these health issues may be short-term. Others may be health concerns you need to manage for the remainder of your life.
Cancer Transitions is a 4-part series that addresses all aspects of cancer survivorship: emotional well-being, nutrition and fitness, medical management, and navigating relationships. The Cancer Transitions program helps cancer survivors exiting treatment or beginning maintenance care move into the next phase of life with skills and strategies to live fully.
Register for the next series today!
Need information? CSC Montana has a number of up-to-date information to help you make decisions and find skills to improve quality of life. Frankly Speaking About Cancer takes you on a journey through topics that inform and inspire people with cancer and their loved ones. Visit our library to find the information you need. Checking out books and materials is easy both in Bozeman and Missoula.
Cancer Support Community Montana
is a 501(c)3 charitable organization.
We are excited to launch our first-ever Online Art Auction, a unique opportunity to support Montanans impacted by cancer. This online silent auction features a collection of artwork that you browse, bid, and purchase, from the comfort of your home.
