Online
Each month, we have recurring online meetings for parents and youth that are open to all families and chapters.
Luminaries Youth Group
The Luminaries is Candlelighters’ youth and young adult program whose focus is on increasing positive social interactions among youth while building leadership skills. The Luminaries’ mission is to provide spaces for kids and young adults who have experienced cancer and their youth siblings to connect, grow, and support one another through social connections and projects.
The Luminaries program is open to anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer, or their siblings, and is age 13–21. The Luminaries meet online every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. to connect and discuss projects. They also chat on their Discord server regularly. Email Lisa for information on how to join!
Parent & Caregiver Support Group
Parents and caregivers of children with cancer meet the first Wednesday of each month at 6:45 p.m.
Our next meeting is Wednesday, March 1 at 6:45 p.m. over Zoom.
RSVP for the next meeting here.
Bereavement Support Group
Bereaved parents and caregivers meet online the third Tuesday of each month at 6:45 p.m.
Our next meeting is Tuesday, February 21 at 6:45 p.m. over Zoom.
Please join us to connect with other families and talk about different monthly topics.
RSVP for the next meeting here.
Nuevo: Grupos de apoyo en español para parientes y cuidadores
Ofrecemos una serie de grupos de apoyo en español el último viernes de cada mes a las 5:30 p.m.
Nuestra próxima junta es viernes, 24 de Febrero a las 5:30 p.m. en Zoom.
El grupo es una oportunidad para conocer a otros padres y cuidadores para que puedan compartir sus pensamientos, historias y preocupaciones relacionadas con el cáncer infantil.
All Chapters
Sometimes events change or are cancelled due to factors beyond our control. In those cases, we will alert you via email.
OMSI Passes for Families
We have general admission passes to OMSI (Oregon Museum of Science and Industry) for Candlelighters families! To request passes, please email Lisa with the number of adults and the number of youth attending at least two business days in advance.
Support Groups
Candlelighters hosts three monthly support groups over Zoom:
Follow the links above to see upcoming dates and RSVP.
Newsletter
Check out our latest Family Connections Newsletter for even more news and opportunities.
Portland & SE Washington
Check back for upcoming events or sign up for our Family Connections Newsletter so that you’re always in the know!
Mid-Willamette Valley
Snow Day
Family Bowling
Egg Hunt
Central Oregon
Watch the Central Oregon Candlelighters Facebook page for upcoming activities. To get plugged in to the Bend area Candlelighters, email Kimberly Banner.
Southern Oregon
Jewelry/Craft Class
Watch for upcoming activities on the Southern Oregon Candlelighters Facebook page, or email Kimberly Bruhn or Ruth Staten.