Monthly meet-up
Once a month we get together in person, somewhere different in the Netherlands each time. Relaxed, informal, and open to all our members.
About the meet-ups →Cancer Support Netherlands
Human connection at the heart of every cancer journey.
English-speaking cancer support in the Netherlands. Free, confidential, and community-led. For anyone facing cancer – wherever you're from.
For patients, survivors, partners and families – anyone navigating cancer in the Netherlands in English.
Choose your next step.
Peer support
Join our community
Our WhatsApp community, local Hives and monthly meet-ups. In English, with people who get it.
Join our community →
No commitment needed
Attend an event
Talks, workshops and informal meet-ups – online and in person.
See events →
Not sure yet?
Talk to someone first
Not sure what you need yet? We'll listen and help you find the right next step.
Talk to someone →You're not alone in this
You don't have to figure this out alone.
Many people in the Netherlands are navigating cancer in a language that doesn't quite feel like home — or without a family network nearby. Here, you can speak English, ask real questions, and be heard. Without having to explain yourself first.
Our community is made up of patients, survivors, caregivers, and partners. Some are newly diagnosed. Some are years out. All of them showed up — and found that someone else in the room already understood.
How joining works
Three small steps.
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Tap “Join our community”.
It opens our WhatsApp community.
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We say hello.
One of us will say hello and welcome you in.
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Come when you're ready.
Join a meet-up whenever it feels right. Listening is enough.
Voices from our community
How would you describe CSN in one word?
I had been searching for a group like this for a good couple of years.
Support – it's in the name, isn't it?
Hope.
Unstoppable.
Family.
What we host regularly
Three recurring gatherings.
Local Hive get-togethers
Our local Hives in several parts of the Netherlands meet up as and when members arrange it. Join our community to take part.
Join our community →
Talks and wellbeing workshops
Speakers, creative sessions and wellbeing workshops, in person and online.
Give
Support this community.
If you'd like to help keep these spaces open, you can support the work we do.
In Nederlands
Cancer Support Netherlands is een gratis, Engelstalige lotgenotengemeenschap voor iedereen in Nederland die met kanker te maken heeft: patiënten, mensen na kanker, partners en familie. Kent u iemand die leeft met kanker of voor iemand zorgt? Geef dit dan gerust door. Iedereen is welkom.