• Cancer doesn’t stop,
    neither do we.

    Support for those affected by cancer is even more important than ever. Although our Centre is closed, we are still here to help you as best we can. Our support services are now available online.

    If you need support, please do not hesitate to contact us.

    INFO ON SUPPORT SERVICES
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
PHYSICAL WELL-BEING
PRACTICAL HELP

*Postponed*  3 May 2020: First ever ESCAthlon

Support Isabela and her classmates as they take on a multi-sport CHALLENGE of running, hiking and navigating!
Support the ESCAthlon NOW! 

10 May 2020: Harmony Half

Support Rob as he runs the Geneva Half Marathon only 24months after an Acute Myeloid Leukemia diagnosis! Read his story … Support Rob NOW!

*NEW* at ESCA CS! You can now create a personalised fundraising page.  Check out Our Fundraisers.

ESCA CancerSupport Centre

(*We are temporarily closed as of March 10)
Open Tuesdays and Thursdays
from 10.00 – 14.00
call our Centre
+41 (0) 22 723 20 08 (new!)

or Email
info@CancerSupport.ch

Château du Grand-Saconnex (gr. floor)
Chemin Auguste-Vilbert 14
1218 Le Grand-Saconnex

Click here for a GOOGLE MAP

*Our AGM has been postponed*
New date 25 May 2020

Schedule a free appointment

to speak with one of our counsellors

Support Line
+41 (0) 22 723 22 31

or Email
support@CancerSupport.ch.

All our services are provided
in the strictest confidence.

Click here to see OUR COUNSELLORS

*NOTE*
Most of our Support Activities and Events are now being held online during their normal times. (marked *Virtual*)
For any questions, please contact support@cancersupport.ch.

Our Calendar

*Virtual* Gentle Yoga VIRTUAL
A more gentle class for those currently undergoing treatment or recovering from treatment. (Note: no class 22 October)
10:30 - 11:30
7 Apr 2020
*Virtual* Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy for Cancer Patients VIRTUAL
Resuming for current participants only: An 8-week programme designed for those who have recently received or are presently receiving treatment for cancer.
14:30 - 16:30
7 Apr 2020
*Virtual* Yoga for Recovery and Healing VIRTUAL
A more active class for those who have experienced cancer and are recovered, as well as carers.
10:30 - 11:30
10 Apr 2020
*Virtual* Bosom Pals Coffee Morning VIRTUAL
*Virtual* A group of women diagnosed with breast cancer who meet twice monthly, on Mondays, over a cup of tea or coffee, to share experiences. 
10:00 - 12:00
13 Apr 2020
The ESCA CancerSupport Centre is temporarily closed due to COVID-19.
If you need support, please contact us on 022 723 22 31 or email support@cancersupport.ch. We are still here to help!
*Virtual* Lausanne Support VIRTUAL
ESCA CancerSupport is now in Lausanne with a support group for anyone who's been affected by cancer. We are here to listen, talk, support and hopefully make it easier to cope. We meet monthly at the Ligue vaudoise office.
09:30 - 12:00
14 Apr 2020
*Virtual* Gentle Yoga VIRTUAL
A more gentle class for those currently undergoing treatment or recovering from treatment. (Note: no class 22 October)
10:30 - 11:30
14 Apr 2020
*Virtual* Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy for Cancer Patients VIRTUAL
Resuming for current participants only: An 8-week programme designed for those who have recently received or are presently receiving treatment for cancer.
14:30 - 16:30
14 Apr 2020
*Virtual* Yoga for Recovery and Healing VIRTUAL
A more active class for those who have experienced cancer and are recovered, as well as carers.
10:30 - 11:30
17 Apr 2020
The ESCA CancerSupport Centre is temporarily closed due to COVID-19.
If you need support, please contact us on 022 723 22 31 or email support@cancersupport.ch. We are still here to help!
*Virtual* Gentle Yoga VIRTUAL
A more gentle class for those currently undergoing treatment or recovering from treatment. (Note: no class 22 October)
10:30 - 11:30
21 Apr 2020
*Virtual* Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy for Cancer Patients VIRTUAL
Resuming for current participants only: An 8-week programme designed for those who have recently received or are presently receiving treatment for cancer.
14:30 - 16:30
21 Apr 2020
*Postponed* Return to Work
*Postponed* A workshop that helps to prepare for your return to work from a mental, an emotional and a practical point of view.
14:30 - 16:30
22 Apr 2020
*Virtual* Pilates VIRTUAL
Led by a specially trained instructor who has worked with cancer patients, helping them reconcile changes in body movement.
10:00 - 11:00
23 Apr 2020
*Virtual* Yoga for Recovery and Healing VIRTUAL
A more active class for those who have experienced cancer and are recovered, as well as carers.
10:30 - 11:30
24 Apr 2020
*Virtual* Bosom Pals Coffee Morning VIRTUAL
*Virtual* A group of women diagnosed with breast cancer who meet twice monthly, on Mondays, over a cup of tea or coffee, to share experiences. 
10:00 - 12:00
27 Apr 2020
Annual General Meeting ESCA CancerSupport Centre, Château du Grand-Saconnex, Chemin Auguste-Vilbert 14, 1218 Le Grand-Saconnex
The ESCA CS AGM will be held on Monday, April 27 from 12:00-14:00.
12:00 - 14:00
27 Apr 2020
The ESCA CancerSupport Centre is temporarily closed due to COVID-19.
If you need support, please contact us on 022 723 22 31 or email support@cancersupport.ch. We are still here to help!
*Virtual* Gentle Yoga VIRTUAL
A more gentle class for those currently undergoing treatment or recovering from treatment. (Note: no class 22 October)
10:30 - 11:30
28 Apr 2020
*Virtual* Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy for Cancer Patients VIRTUAL
Resuming for current participants only: An 8-week programme designed for those who have recently received or are presently receiving treatment for cancer.
14:30 - 16:30
28 Apr 2020
*Suspended* WalknTalk
Open to all members, volunteers and clients wishing to participate. Walking provides a gentle start to regaining a degree of fitness.
10:00 - 12:00
29 Apr 2020
*Virtual* Pilates VIRTUAL
Led by a specially trained instructor who has worked with cancer patients, helping them reconcile changes in body movement.
10:00 - 11:00
30 Apr 2020
*Virtual* Yoga for Recovery and Healing VIRTUAL
A more active class for those who have experienced cancer and are recovered, as well as carers.
10:30 - 11:30
1 May 2020
ESCAthlon 2020
Support the first ever ESCAthlon: 5th graders from LGB take on a multi-sport CHALLENGE to raise awareness and funds for ESCA CancerSupport!
09:30 - 16:00
3 May 2020
The ESCA CancerSupport Centre is temporarily closed due to COVID-19.
If you need support, please contact us on 022 723 22 31 or email support@cancersupport.ch. We are still here to help!
*Virtual* Pilates VIRTUAL
Led by a specially trained instructor who has worked with cancer patients, helping them reconcile changes in body movement.
10:00 - 11:00
7 May 2020
Harmony Half 2020
Support Rob in his Geneva Half Marathon run in support of ESCA CS! Click to read more about his amazing journey with cancer.
09:00 - 17:00
10 May 2020
*Virtual* Lausanne Support VIRTUAL
ESCA CancerSupport is now in Lausanne with a support group for anyone who's been affected by cancer. We are here to listen, talk, support and hopefully make it easier to cope. We meet monthly at the Ligue vaudoise office.
09:30 - 12:00
11 May 2020
*Virtual* Bosom Pals Coffee Morning VIRTUAL
*Virtual* A group of women diagnosed with breast cancer who meet twice monthly, on Mondays, over a cup of tea or coffee, to share experiences. 
10:00 - 12:00
11 May 2020
*Virtual* Pilates VIRTUAL
Led by a specially trained instructor who has worked with cancer patients, helping them reconcile changes in body movement.
10:00 - 11:00
14 May 2020
*Suspended* WalknTalk
Open to all members, volunteers and clients wishing to participate. Walking provides a gentle start to regaining a degree of fitness.
14:00 - 16:00
19 May 2020
*Virtual* Pilates VIRTUAL
Led by a specially trained instructor who has worked with cancer patients, helping them reconcile changes in body movement.
10:00 - 11:00
28 May 2020
*Virtual* Pilates VIRTUAL
Led by a specially trained instructor who has worked with cancer patients, helping them reconcile changes in body movement.
10:00 - 11:00
4 Jun 2020
*Virtual* Lausanne Support VIRTUAL
ESCA CancerSupport is now in Lausanne with a support group for anyone who's been affected by cancer. We are here to listen, talk, support and hopefully make it easier to cope. We meet monthly at the Ligue vaudoise office.
09:30 - 12:00
8 Jun 2020
*Virtual* Pilates VIRTUAL
Led by a specially trained instructor who has worked with cancer patients, helping them reconcile changes in body movement.
10:00 - 11:00
11 Jun 2020
*Virtual* Pilates VIRTUAL
Led by a specially trained instructor who has worked with cancer patients, helping them reconcile changes in body movement.
10:00 - 11:00
18 Jun 2020
*Suspended* WalknTalk
Open to all members, volunteers and clients wishing to participate. Walking provides a gentle start to regaining a degree of fitness.
14:00 - 16:00
18 Jun 2020
*Virtual* Lausanne Support VIRTUAL
ESCA CancerSupport is now in Lausanne with a support group for anyone who's been affected by cancer. We are here to listen, talk, support and hopefully make it easier to cope. We meet monthly at the Ligue vaudoise office.
09:30 - 12:00
13 Jul 2020
Paddle for CancerSupport Dragon Boat Festival La Vallée de Joux, 14 rte de l’Hôtel de Ville, 1344 L’Abbaye
Join us on Sunday 6 September 2020 for our 14th annual awareness and fundraising campaign. Paddle for CancerSupport is a fun family day filled with activities that include face painting, magic shows, a craft corner, a bake and book sale and of course, dragon boat racing!
09:00 - 16:00
6 Sep 2020
Look Good….Feel Better! ESCA CancerSupport Centre, Château du Grand-Saconnex, Chemin Auguste-Vilbert 14, 1218 Le Grand-Saconnex
An exciting opportunity to learn about skin care and makeup techniques from a professional. Learn to apply makeup for issues related specifically to cancer treatment while having fun!
14:30 - 16:30
17 Nov 2020