Support for each other

A Place Where Hope Lives

Cancer Counseling

How we help cancer patients and families.

Who We Serve

Comprehensive cancer counseling for each client’s unique needs.

Our Co-Founder

Dr. Frances Baumgarten, cancer survivor, center co-founder.

Donate

Please support our mission with a donation.

Our Approach

We help clients express thoughts and feelings without guilt or shame, manage overwhelming fears and concerns, and talk more openly with family, physicians, and caregivers. Services provided in English and Spanish.

Meet the Team

Meet the clinicians and board members of Fran’s Place, and find out why they are so passionate about our mission.

Make a Difference

Cancer touches everyone. We all want the best quality of life for cancer patients and their families and caregivers, and we can help, with YOUR help.

Our Latest Updates

  • 25th Anniversary – Year End Campaign

Celebrating 25 years of making a difference, Fran’s Place – Center for Cancer Counseling has been a beacon of hope and support for cancer patients and their families. As we reflect on our journey, we are filled with gratitude for the supporters, clinicians, volunteers and donors who have helped countless lives be positively helped with…

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    November 27, 2024

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  • Coping After Cancer – Book by Dr. Alexia

Coping After Cancer: How to Break the Cycle of Stress and Revive Your Life Dr. Alexia Holovatyk, a Fran’s Place clinician for several years, and the founder of Live Well Psychology Group, has published a book for cancer survivors. This book is free if you have Kindle Unlimited. If you are a cancer survivor on…

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  • Caregiver Companion Podcast

Caregiver Companion Podcast Now 15 Episodes! Since we introduced you to Caregiver Companion Podcast, Dr. Fran Baumgarten and John Razzano have recorded 9 new episodes, and now have a total of 15 podcast episodes. Check them out, and learn more about dealing with all aspects of helping your family member or friend deal with a…

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