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For those who have cancer or are cancer survivors

  A journaling support group for individuals who have a current and/or past cancer diagnosis. Discover the healing power of writing to express thoughts and feelings. No prior writing experience needed; spelling & grammar do not matter. This group is…

A brief educational session followed by time for sharing and support; open to patients, survivors and loved ones. This support group is offered in partnership with Cancer Support Now.

Ursa Brown-Glaberman, chair Reviews of PDSG, Clinical Pathways and Patient/Family Services meetings Scientific presentation regarding new technologies in breast cancer detection and treatment Please contact Becky Lindley, admin support, if you have any questions regarding these meetings.

A guided meditation, relaxation, and guided imagery group to help ease stress and improve coping. Open to patients, loved ones, and staff.

As always:  These dates, times, and locations are subject to change – sometimes at short notice. Don’t hesitate to contact Karen directly if you have any questions.

Put Life Back in Your Life! Join us for the 6-part Cancer: Surviving and Thriving Program. Registration is required but it’s easy: just call 505-925-0104. This workshop for cancer survivors and caregivers covers topics from fatigue management to working with your…

Weekly support group for people affected by cancer and their primary emotional care provider. Explore new ways of dealing with the physical and emotional effects of cancer. An interview is required before attending group.

A vital piece of the Let Every Woman Support Group Know – Alaska mission is providing support for women diagnosed with gynecologic cancer.  Let Every Woman Know has launched a regular support group- free of charge, facilitated by a licensed…

A support group for adult patients and their support persons coping with blood cancers. Co-sponsored by the Cancer Institute, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and the American Cancer Society. For information, call  501-603-1612.

Join Anchorage’s prostate and support group in sharing, asking questions or just listening. It’s a great time to get to know one another and spend some time with those that probably know a thing or two about what you are…

This support group is open to all cancer patients and their loved ones regardless of where they are along this journey. Talk over coffee and pastries while sharing experiences and ways to cope with all aspects of cancer  –from the…

 

Stop by and tell us what’s on your mind or just enjoy a sip or two with friends.  The coffee is on USTOO!  Look for our sign on a table. Every Wednesday @ 10 am, Barnes & Noble Cafe Newly diagnosed…

Caregiver Support Group – an informal meeting for caregivers who have a loved one with a cancer diagnosis. Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, 12:30 – 2:00 at the UA Cancer Center – Orange Grove Campus (1891…

LAUGH, STRETCH & DE-STRESS YOGA CLASS Anyone, anywhere, can laugh for no reason! You don’t need jokes, comedy or even to be in the mood to laugh. Experience yoga breathing, stretching and mental relaxation with a difference. Depression will have…

 

The general cancer group is a free, ongoing, weekly group open to patients with cancer of all stages and types. Please call for more information and to register.

Free support group for cancer patients, survivors of cancer and their loved ones. Facilitated by a clinical expert from Pali Momi’s care team. Members find hope, support, information and understanding. Our Cancer Support Group meets on the 1st and 3rd…

A journaling support group for family and friends of cancer patients. Discover the healing power of writing to express thoughts and feelings. No prior writing experience needed; spelling and grammar do not matter. This group is offered in partnership with Cancer Support…

The Wiregrass Chapter of US-TOO Prostate Cancer meets the first Thursday of each month (except July) at 6 p.m. in the SAMC Doctors Building, 7th floor Conference Room. Call Community Relations at 334-793-8107 to register.

 

Open to all breast cancer survivors. Meets on the 1st Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. at EAMC’s Education Center (except during the summer). Facilitated by Colleen Alsobrook, RN, Breast Health Navigator, and Chelsea Kroll, LGSW.

Family members and caregivers are encouraged to attend this support group. Each month will feature a different speaker followed by group discussion.

New Opportunities and Target Prioritization Meeting Discussion Leaders: Karlett Parra, PhD Discussion Topic: V-ATPase and Fe+++ Lunch provided.

The Pink Ambassadors meet the first Friday of each month (except January, July and September) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the SAMC Doctors Building, 7th floor Conference Room. Please call the Medical Call Center at 334-712-3336 or 1-800-735-4998…

 

Site-specific support groups provide the opportunity for cancer survivors to meet other survivors with a similar diagnosis. Meetings are held once monthly and last approximately one hour. All noon meetings are served lunch and take place at Cancer Services unless…

For those who have cancer or are cancer survivors

  A journaling support group for individuals who have a current and/or past cancer diagnosis. Discover the healing power of writing to express thoughts and feelings. No prior writing experience needed; spelling & grammar do not matter. This group is…

Colons and Semi Colons is a group created to offer support, inspiration, hope and healing for people who have experienced or who are experiencing colorectal cancer. The group meets the 2nd Monday of each month from 5:30 -7 p.m. at…

 

Location subject to change. Dr. Ursa Brown-Glaberman, chair Karen Gaines, admin support Review and discussion of new breast cancer protocols

A guided meditation, relaxation, and guided imagery group to help ease stress and improve coping. Open to patients, loved ones, and staff.

Put Life Back in Your Life! Join us for the 6-part Cancer: Surviving and Thriving Program. Registration is required but it’s easy: just call 505-925-0104. This workshop for cancer survivors and caregivers covers topics from fatigue management to working with your…

A support group for women with breast cancer or those who have had breast cancer. Meetings take place at the Lexington Clinic Center for Breast Care on the second Tuesday of each month from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. and…

Weekly support group for people affected by cancer and their primary emotional care provider. Explore new ways of dealing with the physical and emotional effects of cancer. An interview is required before attending group.

Clinical Leader, Fa Chyi Lee, MD Basic Science Leader, Ashwani Rajput, MD

Clinical Leader, Fa Chyi Lee, MD Basic Science Leader, Ashwani Rajput, MD

This support group is open to all cancer patients and their loved ones regardless of where they are along this journey. Talk over coffee and pastries while sharing experiences and ways to cope with all aspects of cancer  –from the…

Supportive opportunity for connection and conversation “Your illness does not define you. Your strength and courage DOES.” Often times being diagnosed with cancer can leave an individual feeling quite isolated and alone.  It’s difficult to find others who can identify…

Healthy Eating During Cancer Treatment Feel better during your treatment by learning to maintain your weight and muscle. You may also respond to treatment better, have fewer breaks in your treatment and might even keep the cancer from coming back.…

Fear of the unknown is the greatest obstacle cancer patients face after initial diagnosis and start of treatment. Some answers can be found by meeting with other patients who have successfully conquered cancer. From sharing common problems comes common solutions.…

Stop by and tell us what’s on your mind or just enjoy a sip or two with friends.  The coffee is on USTOO!  Look for our sign on a table. Every Wednesday @ 10 am, Barnes & Noble Cafe Newly diagnosed…

 

For adult patients with leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease, myeloma or myelodysplastic syndromes and their family and friends. The group meets the 2nd Thursday of each month at 5:15 p.m. in the suite 450 conference room of Stoddard. For information, call…

A journaling support group for family and friends of cancer patients. Discover the healing power of writing to express thoughts and feelings. No prior writing experience needed; spelling and grammar do not matter. This group is offered in partnership with Cancer Support…

General Cancers- patients/survivors & supporters

Clinical Leader, Andy Cowan, MD, PhD Basic Science Leader, Michelle Ozbun, PhD PLEASE NOTE: Times and places are subject to change.

This course offers the basic navigation of Mosaiq Application to include the following: Setting up the Home screen Adding additional tabs Viewing all patient notes Customizing patient chart tabs Navigating schedules to include daily, weekly views. Changing the dates Customizing…

RSVP Required

 

Site-specific support groups provide the opportunity for cancer survivors to meet other survivors with a similar diagnosis. Meetings are held once monthly and last approximately one hour. All noon meetings are served lunch and take place at Cancer Services unless…

Cancer Control  (CaC) Work in Progress Series Expanding the MY Health Intervention for Rural and Spanish-speaking Cancer Survivors Cindy K. Blair, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, UNM Move for Your Health (MY Health) is an intervention to help older cancer survivors to…

For those who have cancer or are cancer survivors

  A journaling support group for individuals who have a current and/or past cancer diagnosis. Discover the healing power of writing to express thoughts and feelings. No prior writing experience needed; spelling & grammar do not matter. This group is…

Fear of the unknown is the greatest obstacle cancer patients face after initial diagnosis and start of treatment. Some answers can be found by meeting with other patients who have successfully conquered cancer. From sharing common problems comes common solutions.…

UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center/People Living Through Cancer Support Group A brief educational session followed by time for sharing and support; open to patients, survivors and loved ones. This support group is offered in partnership with People Living Through Cancer.

A brief educational session followed by time for sharing and support; open to patients, survivors and loved ones. This support group is offered in partnership with Cancer Support Now.

Zoneddy Dayao, chair Please contact Becky Lindley, admin support, if you have any questions regarding these meetings.

A guided meditation, relaxation, and guided imagery group to help ease stress and improve coping. Open to patients, loved ones, and staff.

Seminar Title:  Clonal Selection in B Cell Development and Leukemia Presented by: Markus Müschen, MD, PhD HHMI Faculty Scholar & Lee Foundation Professor & Chair, Department of Systems Biology, Beckman Research Institute; Associate Director, NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center, City of…

Put Life Back in Your Life! Join us for the 6-part Cancer: Surviving and Thriving Program. Registration is required but it’s easy: just call 505-925-0104. This workshop for cancer survivors and caregivers covers topics from fatigue management to working with your…

Support group for metastatic breast cancer patients, their families and caregivers, to learn more about their diagnosis, share experiences and receive support. Facilitated by Lurie Cancer Center’s Crystal Ward, LCSW, Gina Uthe, PA, and Patty Moreno, PhD

Weekly support group for people affected by cancer and their primary emotional care provider. Explore new ways of dealing with the physical and emotional effects of cancer. An interview is required before attending group.

As always:  These dates, times, and locations are subject to change – sometimes at short notice.  Please don’t hesitate to contact Karen if you have any questions.

A vital piece of the Let Every Woman Support Group Know – Alaska mission is providing support for women diagnosed with gynecologic cancer.  Let Every Woman Know has launched a regular support group- free of charge, facilitated by a licensed…

This support group meets the third Tuesday of each month from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Women’s Center, third floor. Call Ladonna Danford, RN, Breast Health Navigator at 334-699-8111, ext. 8459 to register.

This support group is open to all cancer patients and their loved ones regardless of where they are along this journey. Talk over coffee and pastries while sharing experiences and ways to cope with all aspects of cancer  –from the…

Site-specific support groups provide the opportunity for cancer survivors to meet other survivors with a similar diagnosis. Meetings are held once monthly and last approximately one hour. All noon meetings are served lunch and take place at Cancer Services unless…

Stop by and tell us what’s on your mind or just enjoy a sip or two with friends.  The coffee is on USTOO!  Look for our sign on a table. Every Wednesday @ 10 am, Barnes & Noble Cafe Newly diagnosed…

 

Location subject to change.

Free support group for cancer patients, survivors of cancer and their loved ones. Facilitated by a clinical expert from Pali Momi’s care team. Members find hope, support, information and understanding. Our Cancer Support Group meets on the 1st and 3rd…

A journaling support group for family and friends of cancer patients. Discover the healing power of writing to express thoughts and feelings. No prior writing experience needed; spelling and grammar do not matter. This group is offered in partnership with Cancer Support…

This is a free support group to offer personal support for patients facing surgical procedures and adapting after procedures. The meetings are an open forum for discussing topics of mutual interest. Spouses and friends welcome. Third Friday (January, April, July,…

For those who have cancer or are cancer survivors

  A journaling support group for individuals who have a current and/or past cancer diagnosis. Discover the healing power of writing to express thoughts and feelings. No prior writing experience needed; spelling & grammar do not matter. This group is…

Location subject to change. Please call to confirm.

Location subject to change. Please contact Karen Gaines if you plan to attend.

A guided meditation, relaxation, and guided imagery group to help ease stress and improve coping. Open to patients, loved ones, and staff.

Put Life Back in Your Life! Join us for the 6-part Cancer: Surviving and Thriving Program. Registration is required but it’s easy: just call 505-925-0104. This workshop for cancer survivors and caregivers covers topics from fatigue management to working with your…

Weekly support group for people affected by cancer and their primary emotional care provider. Explore new ways of dealing with the physical and emotional effects of cancer. An interview is required before attending group.

The Lilies of the Valley Support Group meets monthly on the last Tuesday of the month (if you are a Lilies member, you will get a meeting reminder email about a week before each meeting). Meetings are held at Clearview…

This support group is open to all cancer patients and their loved ones regardless of where they are along this journey. Talk over coffee and pastries while sharing experiences and ways to cope with all aspects of cancer  –from the…

Supportive opportunity for connection and conversation “Your illness does not define you. Your strength and courage DOES.” Often times being diagnosed with cancer can leave an individual feeling quite isolated and alone.  It’s difficult to find others who can identify…

Stop by and tell us what’s on your mind or just enjoy a sip or two with friends.  The coffee is on USTOO!  Look for our sign on a table. Every Wednesday @ 10 am, Barnes & Noble Cafe Newly diagnosed…

 

 

A journaling support group for family and friends of cancer patients. Discover the healing power of writing to express thoughts and feelings. No prior writing experience needed; spelling and grammar do not matter. This group is offered in partnership with Cancer Support…

Joint Program Meeting Cancer Therapeutics Cancer Genetics, Epigenetics & Genomics Translational Cancer Biology & Signaling New Opportunities: Target Validation Discussion Leaders: Cedric Cleyrat & Alexandre Chigaev This discussion about target validation led by Cedric Cleyrat will consider methods such as CRISPR…