Be a good listener. Allow your friend to express their feelings, fears, and thoughts without judgment.
Offer to help with practical tasks such as cooking meals, running errands, or providing transportation to appointments.
Learn about the specific type of cancer your friend is dealing with, as well as the treatments and potential side effects. This knowledge will enable you to provide better support.
Plan activities together that they enjoy, such as watching movies, playing games, or going for walks. These moments of normalcy can provide much-needed relief.
Regularly check in, whether through calls, texts, or visits, and offer your support.
Be a source of emotional support by acknowledging their feelings and offering reassurance. Encourage them to seek professional counseling.
Celebrate milestones, whether they are related to treatment progress, good days, or achievements outside of the medical realm.