Seeking help

JBreard
JBreard CSN Member Posts: 1 *
in Ovarian Cancer #1

my wife was diagnosed with an aggressive form of ovarian cancer on June 21st 2025. She had a 20 cm mass removed, full hysterectomy and bowel resection done on July 20th. Her first round of chemo was this past Wednesday and needless to say this weekend was awful. What I really need is caregiver support. I’m looking for an in person group, someone to talk to asap. I’m not trying to make it about me, I’ve been taking care of her since we found out but I’m at the end of my rope. I had to leave work today because I broke down and couldn’t function. If anyone has info about someone to talk to, I could really use it. Thanks

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  • CSNSupportTeam
    CSNSupportTeam admin, CSN Member Posts: 217 Member
    #2

    Hi JBreard,

    Thank you for joining your American Cancer Society's Cancer Survivors Network.

    It sounds like a incredibly difficult time for you. Please reach out to us at ACS's National Cancer Information Center. You can call our toll-free number, 1.800.227.2345, where Cancer Information Specialists are available around the clock every day of the week to speak with you. They can look for in-person support groups and other resources that may be able to work on your behalf. You can also utilize the Live Chat feature Monday through Friday between 7am-6:30pm CST on www.cancer.org.

    Best regards,

    Hillary

    CSN Support Team

  • mylabs2
    mylabs2 CSN Member Posts: 3 *
    #3

    Hi jbreard,

    Not a caregiver but I was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian carcinosarcoma in April 2023. My surgery got only half of my 12 cm tumor. My first round of chemo was platinum based & was only moderately successful before I became resistant. I would be happy to talk with you & share my experience if you think it will help you & your wife. My husband has been a rock! We can talk here or by cell phone. Please let me know. God bless you & I will keep you both in my prayers.

    Carol

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