Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is The Wellness Community?

A: The Wellness Community is an international non-profit agency that provides psychological and social support for people affected by cancer FREE of charge. Our services include support groups, stress management programs, exercise classes, educational workshops and social activities.

Q: Who uses The Wellness Community?

A: Our participants are people who have cancer, have completed treatment for cancer and their loved ones. Our participants are individuals who wish to improve their quality of life by becoming an active partner with their healthcare team.

Q: Can support people come even if the person with cancer does not?

A: Yes! We have specific groups for family and friends of the person with cancer, where people share their experiences and learn how to best support the person with cancer while taking care of themselves. Also, support people are welcome to attend all other parts of the program such as stress management and educational workshops.

Q: Do participants follow a specific program?

A: No. Participants decide for themselves which parts of the program they believe will help them improve their own well-being or that they feel most comfortable with.

Q: How is the program funded?

A: The Wellness Community is funded by a combination of private donations, fund-raising events and grants.

Q: Are medical services available?

A: NO. The program is meant to support and complement medical treatment. The Wellness Community does not have medical staff and individuals are to seek their own treatment.

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN HELP CONTACT US AT:

The Wellness Community of Southeast Michigan
2010 Hogback Road, Suite 3
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: (734)-975-2500
Fax: (734)-975-2525