Calendar

May
6
Mon
Survivors Writing Together @ UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center - Room 1048
May 6 @ 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm

 

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 offered in partnership with Cancer Support Now.

Cancer Support Group @ UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center - Room 3604
May 6 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

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.

May
7
Tue
Meditation and Relaxation Group @ UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center - 3rd Floor Meditation Room
May 7 @ 10:30 am – 10:50 am

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

Phase 1 Clinical Working Group @ UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center - Room 3604
May 7 @ 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm

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.

Gastrointestinal CWG @ UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center - Room 1048
May 7 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

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

May
8
Wed
Fresno, CA: Coping with Cancer – For anyone impacted by cancer @ California Cancer Center
May 8 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

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 emotional and physical, down to the practical.

Mission Nutrition @ UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center - Room 1604
May 8 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

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.
Offered by the UNM Cancer Center’s Patient & Family Services.

San Francisco, CA: General Cancer — All Stages @ UCSF Medical Center
May 8 @ 5:15 pm – 6:30 pm

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. Meets every wednesday

Seattle, WA: Living with Colorectal Cancer @ Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
May 8 @ 7:00 pm

A networking and sharing group, for patients, caregivers, families, and friends. Everyone is welcome, regardless of where care is received. One-on-one support is also available. Call (206) 778-3532 for any questions or information.

May
9
Thu
Bethesda, MD: Advanced Cancer Support Group @ Beaumont House at FASEB
May 9 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Our support groups provide people with cancer and caregivers with a place to explore ways of coping with the stress of a cancer diagnosis and treatment.  Our licensed clinicians help support group participants learn how to take an active role in their own health and well-being.  Attendance at an orientation session is required prior to joining a group.