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OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONAL SUPPORT

You are not alone ...


On this page, patients and their loved ones will find several types of ocular melanoma support services enabling direct communication, and all have no costs to participate: 

  • Peer-to-Peer Support Programs
  • Online Support Meetings
  • Helplines
  • Online One-on-One Chat Services
  • Non-Urgent Medical Questions
  • Discussion Forums and Facebook Groups

Peer-to-Peer Support Programs for Ocular Melanoma Patients

A Cure In Sight's Cure Companions

A Cure In Sight's Eye Believe Podcast Series

A Cure In Sight's Eye Believe Podcast Series

"A Cure In Sight offers the Cure Companions program to provide the newly diagnosed or those suffering from disease progression with a 'veteran' OM companion to be a friend, to offer support, and to help navigate travel and treatment options."

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A Cure In Sight's Eye Believe Podcast Series

A Cure In Sight's Eye Believe Podcast Series

A Cure In Sight's Eye Believe Podcast Series

Live podcasts provide informal interviews and conversations with one or more OM patients (or with other OM resources) for "sharing information and insights on treatment, research, and living with ocular melanoma."


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CURE OM's Partnership with Imerman Angels

CURE OM's Partnership with Patient True Talk

CURE OM's Partnership with Patient True Talk

"Imerman Angels provides peer-to-peer support services to melanoma patients and caregivers. We invite you to register to be matched with a Mentor Angel or to volunteer to be a Mentor Angel. The process of receiving a match takes just a few days."

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CURE OM's Partnership with Patient True Talk

CURE OM's Partnership with Patient True Talk

CURE OM's Partnership with Patient True Talk

"Patient True Talk, a patient-to-patient registry, makes matches based on diagnosis and treatment parameters as well as geographical location. Patients and caregivers then have the ability to send secure messages directly to those whom are willing to share their experience."

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Online Support Group Meetings for Ocular Melanoma Patients

Sponsored by A Cure In Sight

Sponsored by MRF's CURE OM and Thomas Jefferson Univ. Hospital’s Oncology Social Work Program

Sponsored by MRF's CURE OM and Thomas Jefferson Univ. Hospital’s Oncology Social Work Program

At these weekly Ocular Melanoma Support Meetings, "connect with other OMies for support, friendship, and sharing experiences. We will split into two groups, one for metastatic patients and one for non-metastatic patients." 


 These free meetings on Zoom are held every Tuesday of each month, 7 – 8 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. 

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Sponsored by MRF's CURE OM and Thomas Jefferson Univ. Hospital’s Oncology Social Work Program

Sponsored by MRF's CURE OM and Thomas Jefferson Univ. Hospital’s Oncology Social Work Program

Sponsored by MRF's CURE OM and Thomas Jefferson Univ. Hospital’s Oncology Social Work Program

The OM Support Group "provides virtual support to individuals diagnosed with primary and metastatic OM. The group is facilitated by a licensed social worker, and includes a mix of educational and wellness information, as well as space to connect with other patients for emotional support and companionship." 


These free meetings on Zoom are held on the first Wednesday of each month, 1 – 2 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

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Sponsored by MRF's CURE OM and University of Denver's C.O.P.E. Clinic

Sponsored by MRF's CURE OM and Thomas Jefferson Univ. Hospital’s Oncology Social Work Program

Sponsored by MRF's CURE OM and University of Denver's C.O.P.E. Clinic

The Ocular Melanoma Support Alliance "is a monthly virtual support group for those who are survivors and thrivers with ocular melanoma. We often have speakers and a professionally facilitated open discussion." 


These free meetings on Zoom are held on the fourth Thursday of each month, 8 – 9 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. 

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Helplines and Online Chats for Ocular Melanoma Issues

Cancer Support Community's Helpline and Online Chat

Cancer Support Community's Open to Options Counseling

Cancer Support Community's Open to Options Counseling

"The Cancer Support Community is here to help you by offering free support and coaching for cancer patients or their loved ones by phone and online. The Helpline is staffed by community navigators, resource specialists, and a Helpline navigator. [...] We provide help with coping in over 200 languages." 1-888-793-9355 [toll-free], Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m and Friday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.. Eastern Standard Time. Both phone support and one-on-one online chats are available during these hours.

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Cancer Support Community's Open to Options Counseling

Cancer Support Community's Open to Options Counseling

Cancer Support Community's Open to Options Counseling

"This [free] decision-support counseling program can help you prepare for an appointment in which you will be making a treatment decision. The program is available in English or Spanish for people with any stage of cancer. In a brief 1-hour session [at a select CSC affiliate location or by phone], an Open to Options Specialist can help you develop a personal list of questions and concerns that will help you and your doctor explore your situation and develop the best treatment option for you."

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National Cancer Institute's Cancer Information Service

Cancer Support Community's Open to Options Counseling

National Cancer Institute's Cancer Information Service

"Information specialists at NCI's contact center are available to help answer your cancer-related questions whether you are a patient, family member or friend, health care provider, or researcher. We provide accurate, up-to-date, and reliable information that is easy to understand and free of charge." 1-800-422-6237 [toll free], Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Both phone support and one-on-one online chats are available during these hours. (This service is also available in Spanish.)

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Non-Urgent Medical Questions About Ocular Melanoma

AIM at Melanoma's Ask A Physician Assistant

AIM at Melanoma's Ask A Physician Assistant

AIM at Melanoma's Ask A Physician Assistant

"Our team includes a specialized physician assistant to help you navigate through the entire spectrum of care. Our melanoma medical expert can provide accurate answers to a wide range of melanoma questions on a confidential basis. [...] AIM’s physician assistant will call or email you back (your preference) within 48 business hours." [Note: Includes ocular melanoma. See their webpage for types of non-urgent questions that can be addressed. Your message can be delivered through their online form or by phone.] 

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Melanoma Research Foundation's Ask A Nurse

AIM at Melanoma's Ask A Physician Assistant

AIM at Melanoma's Ask A Physician Assistant

"Do you have a specific, more medically-based question? If so, you can submit your question to the Melanoma Research Foundation's nurse. [...] You can expect a personalized answer from our experienced nurse within 72 hours." [Note: Includes ocular melanoma.]  

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Ocular Melanoma Discussion Forums

CURE OM's "Ocular Melanoma Community Forum"

Ocular Melanoma Foundation's "Patient Forum"

Ocular Melanoma Foundation's "Patient Forum"

Online discussion forum

"The information on the forum is open and accessible to everyone. To add a new topic or to post a reply, you must be a registered user. Please note that you will be able to post both topics and replies anonymously even though you are logged in." Information on joining is available at this link. 

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Ocular Melanoma Foundation's "Patient Forum"

Ocular Melanoma Foundation's "Patient Forum"

Ocular Melanoma Foundation's "Patient Forum"

Online discussion forum

"Confidential patient resource and social network." Information on joining is available at this link.

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"OCU-MEL Ocular Melanoma Discussion List"

Ocular Melanoma Foundation's "Patient Forum"

"OCU-MEL Ocular Melanoma Discussion List"

Listserv (discussion through email)

Private: Only members can send/receive emails. Messages are routed through the listserv address so personal email addresses are never shown. This group is for patients and family members. Information on joining is available at this link. 


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Ocular Melanoma Support Groups on Facebook

"Conjunctival Melanoma and Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Eye Group"

Eye Cancer Foundation's "Ocular Melanoma and Eye Cancer Patients Forum"

Eye Cancer Foundation's "Ocular Melanoma and Eye Cancer Patients Forum"

 Support group on Facebook

"Private: Only members can see who's in the group and what they post." Information on joining is available at this link.

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Eye Cancer Foundation's "Ocular Melanoma and Eye Cancer Patients Forum"

Eye Cancer Foundation's "Ocular Melanoma and Eye Cancer Patients Forum"

Eye Cancer Foundation's "Ocular Melanoma and Eye Cancer Patients Forum"

 Support group on Facebook

"Private: Only members can see who's in the group and what they post." Information on joining is available at this link.

 [Note: This group is also for family members.]

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"Living With Ocular Melanoma — Patients from Ages 18-50"

Eye Cancer Foundation's "Ocular Melanoma and Eye Cancer Patients Forum"

"Living With Ocular Melanoma — Patients from Ages 18-50"

 Support group on Facebook

"Private: Only members can see who's in the group and what they post." Information on joining is available at this link. 

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"Metastatic Ocular Melanoma"

Ocular Melanoma Foundation's "Friends & Family"

"Living With Ocular Melanoma — Patients from Ages 18-50"

 Support group on Facebook

"Private: Only members can see who's in the group and what they post." Information on joining is available at this link. 

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Ocular Melanoma Foundation's "Friends & Family"

Ocular Melanoma Foundation's "Friends & Family"

Ocular Melanoma Foundation's "Friends & Family"

 Support group on Facebook

"Private: Only members can see who's in the group and what they post." Information on joining is available at this link. 

[Note: This group is also for patients.]

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"Ocular Melanoma Man Cave"

Ocular Melanoma Foundation's "Friends & Family"

Ocular Melanoma Foundation's "Friends & Family"

 Support group on Facebook

"Private: Only members can see who's in the group and what they post." Information on joining is available at this link. 

[Note: This is "an OM men's group only."]

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"Ocular Melanoma Mets Group"

"Ocular Melanoma Support for Spouses, Significant Others, and Caregivers"

"Ocular Melanoma Support for Spouses, Significant Others, and Caregivers"

 Support group on Facebook

"Private: Only members can see who's in the group and what they post." Information on joining is available at this link. 

[Note: This group is for patients with metastatic OM and their family members.] 

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"Ocular Melanoma Support for Spouses, Significant Others, and Caregivers"

"Ocular Melanoma Support for Spouses, Significant Others, and Caregivers"

"Ocular Melanoma Support for Spouses, Significant Others, and Caregivers"

 Support group on Facebook

 "Private: Only members can see who's in the group and what they post." Information on joining is available at this link. 

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"Ocular (Uveal) Melanoma Support"

"Ocular Melanoma Support for Spouses, Significant Others, and Caregivers"

"Ocular (Uveal) Melanoma Support"

 Support group on Facebook

 "Private: Only members can see who's in the group and what they post." Information on joining is available at this link. 

  [Note: This group is for patients.]

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Ocular Melanoma Support Groups on Facebook: Other Countries

"OcuMel Australia and New Zealand Ocular Melanoma Support"

Melanoma Patient Network Europe's "Ocular and Other Rare Melanomas"

"OcuMel Australia and New Zealand Ocular Melanoma Support"

Support group on Facebook

 "Private: Only members can see who's in the group and what they post." Information on joining is available at this link. 

 [Note: This group is for patients, spouses, or their immediate support person.] 

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Melanoma Network of Canada's "Uveal Melanoma Network"

Melanoma Patient Network Europe's "Ocular and Other Rare Melanomas"

"OcuMel Australia and New Zealand Ocular Melanoma Support"

  Support group on Facebook 

 "Private: Only members can see who's in the group and what they post." Information on joining is available at this link. 

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Melanoma Patient Network Europe's "Ocular and Other Rare Melanomas"

Melanoma Patient Network Europe's "Ocular and Other Rare Melanomas"

Melanoma Patient Network Europe's "Ocular and Other Rare Melanomas"

    Support group on Facebook  

 "Private: Only members can see who's in the group and what they post." Information on joining is available at this link. 

[Note: This group is for patients and family members.]

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Ocumel Canada's "Ocular Melanoma Connect"

Ocumel Canada's "Ocular Melanoma Connect"

Melanoma Patient Network Europe's "Ocular and Other Rare Melanomas"

    Support group on Facebook  

 "Private: Only members can see who's in the group and what they post." Information on joining is available at this link. 

[Note: This group is for ocular melanoma patients, family members, and caregivers. It is an English/French bilingual support group.]

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OcuMel UK's Online Support Groups

Ocumel Canada's "Ocular Melanoma Connect"

OcuMel UK's Online Support Groups

    Support groups on Facebook  

 "Private: Only members can see who's in the group and what they post." Information on joining is available at this link. 

[Note: OcuMel UK, based in England, offers the following online support groups: "Patient Support," "Family Support," "Bereaved Support," "Knowledge and Strategy," "Welfare Support," and "Scottish Members."]

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 New information added to this webpage: February 23, 2023

   Links to all external sites re-verified on this webpage: February 23, 2023

 Email: Erica@EyeMelanoma.org 

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