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After stomach cancer surgery, eating can turn from a pleasure into a job you do many times a day. ShareWell has free online support groups for people living with serious illness, where patients, survivors and caregivers talk about what life is like now.

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Good mornings, goals and gratitude's

Tue, Sep 29 | 6:00AM - 7:30AM UTC

Welcome to Good Mornings, Goals, and Gratitudes. Each morning, we meet with open hearts and tired eyes to greet the day gently, set a daily goal, and choose one small act of care for ourselves. Then, in return, we are grounded, lighter, and reminded that we are not alone. In the GGG, we start our day with positive quotes, journal prompts, self-care activities, daily intentions, and a goal we aim to achieve that day, followed by a moment of gratitude. Join us for a gentle, caring way to start your day.

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Topic context

Understanding stomach cancer

Stomach cancer, also called gastric cancer, is often treated with surgery that removes part or all of the stomach. Afterward people can eat only small amounts at a time and need to eat more often, and some need a feeding tube for a while or vitamin supplements.

Why it helps

How peer support helps with stomach cancer

Peer support can help with stomach cancer because meals are how people gather, and eating differently can leave you on the outside. A group gives you connection that does not depend on food.

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What stomach cancer groups often cover

Small, frequent meals and feeling unwell after eating
Eating in front of others at work or with family
Life after a partial or total gastrectomy
Hereditary risk and decisions that affect the family

ShareWell groups are peer support and do not give medical advice, so please keep working with your care team on anything about diagnosis or treatment. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

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Who these groups may help

People with stomach cancer at any stage
People living with part or none of their stomach
Caregivers, and families who have lost a loved one

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Frequently asked questions

Is there an online support group for stomach cancer?

No stomach cancer group runs on ShareWell today. We list groups for people with many kinds of serious illness, plus gentle sessions such as breathwork, and anyone with gastric cancer is welcome.

What is life like after having your stomach removed?

It is different for each person, and many describe a long adjustment to eating. Members share their own experience, and your care team and dietitian are the right source for advice about food.

Is there grief support for families?

Yes. ShareWell has grief groups, which you can find on the grief topic page.

Where can I find medical information about stomach cancer?

Debbie’s Dream Foundation (debbiesdream.org) and No Stomach For Cancer (nostomachforcancer.org) both provide information for patients and families.