CSCLA’s Child, Teen and Family (CTF) program provides support for the whole family, including children living with cancer, and youth that have a parent, sibling, or other family member with cancer. We offer a safe and welcoming space for children and teens impacted by cancer to connect, learn coping skills, and have fun!

  • Social events and meet-ups
  • Age-appropriate counseling & groups
  • Educational workshops for parents
  • Open to families impacted by cancer with children under 18

This 4-week series of groups welcomes children (ages 5-12) who have a diagnosis of cancer or have a loved one with cancer. These groups provide a fun and safe space that offers participants the opportunity to make new friends and feel supported by others who are going through similar experiences. Each week, participants will engage in age-appropriate discussions and interactive activities centered around a topic, such as identifying and sharing their feelings, practicing relaxation techniques, and learning coping skills.

Registration now closed – Click here to complete an interest form for our next series.

Creating Connections for Teens (Online)
Tuesdays | 4 – 5 PM PST
September 22 – October 13, 2026

This 4-week series of groups helps teens (ages 13-17) who have a diagnosis of cancer or have a loved one with cancer feel supported and understood by their peers. Teens can connect and make new friends, learn coping techniques for stress reduction, practice relaxation skills, and explore their feelings in a fun and safe space.

Registration now closed – Click here to complete an interest form for our next series.

Parenting through cancer can be challenging. This support group provides an opportunity for parents to come together with other parents to connect and gain support while coping with cancer. Parents of children with pediatric cancer, parents who themselves have cancer, and parents who have a co-parent living with cancer are all welcome. This group is for parents who have children under age 18.

New members will be connected with support groups during orientation. Existing members interested in joining a group may contact info@cancersupportla.org.

Family Fun Night (Online)
2nd Tuesday of Every Month | 5 – 6 PM

Looking for fun for the whole family? Join other families impacted by cancer for a night of connection and exciting activities! This monthly social event is held online and open to families with children under age 18.

Noah's Ark at Skirball Cultural Center - October 10, 2026

Noah’s Ark at Skirball Cultural Center
October 10, 2026 | 10 – 11:30 AM

Join us for a special morning of wonder, imagination, and connection! Our families will enjoy a private visit to the award-winning Noah’s Ark exhibit at the Skirball Cultural Center! Visitors are invited to play, climb, build, and make friends—all while exploring an 8,000-square-foot wooden ark filled to the rafters with whimsical animals. 

This free,in-personevent is open to families impacted by cancer with children under the age of 18. Register by October 8 to reserve your spot!

Virtual Halloween Party - CSCLA and Bright Spot Network

Virtual Halloween Party (Online)
Sunday, October 25, 2026
1 – 2 PM PT

Bright Spot Network and Cancer Support Community Los Angeles are partnering to host a super-fun packed hour of interactive games, crafts and other activities via Zoom for the whole family. No scares and plenty of seasonal silliness suited for the youngest of party goers.

We will send a special package ahead of time with supplies. Register by October 12 to reserve your spot!

Space is limited, so please double-check your calendars before registering to ensure you can make it. This helps to keep the event open to as many families as possible.

When registering, indicate the age of those participating—we are tailoring break-out rooms for different ages.

For questions about the Child, Teen & Family Program, contact:
Jennifer Cumiskey, LCSW Clinical Supervisor & Youth Program Manager
310-314-2564 | jcumiskey@cancersupportla.org