Knitting Circle For Women With Cancer

 Support Connection, Inc. announces the next session of “Marge’s Knitting Circle”, which will take place on Thurs., March 28 from 2-3:30 pm at the Support Connection office in Yorktown Heights, NY. Program is free of charge and open to people living with breast, ovarian and gynecological cancers.  To learn more or to pre-register (PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED) call Support Connection at 914-962-6402 or 800-532-4290.

Great comfort is found by many in the time-honored practices of knitting and crocheting. Knitting circles offer women a place to gather around a common interest. In this monthly program, Support Connection provides the time and space for women to begin or finish a knitting or crocheting project. Experience the joy of creating while spending time with other women who have also heard the words “you have cancer. “

All are welcome: Experienced crafters and those who’d like to learn the basics of knitting or crocheting. For newcomers, extra yarn and needles will be available to get you started.


SUPPORT CONNECTION, INC. is a 501 (C) (3) not-for-profit organization that provides free, confidential support services and programs to people affected by breast and ovarian cancer. Founded in 1996, Support Connection is based in Yorktown Heights, N.Y., but through our toll-free hotline and website we serve people throughout the country. Services include: One-on-one peer counseling and support groups, offering women the opportunity to connect with other cancer survivors; Ongoing wellness classes; Holistic health workshops; Public educational programs; Information and referral services; A toll-free cancer information and support hotline (1-800-532-4290.) To learn more, visit http://www.supportconnection.org/ or call (914) 962-6402. Support Connection Breast and Ovarian Cancer Support: We’ve been there. We care.

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