Calendar

May
21
Tue
Gastrointestinal Research @ UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center - Education Wing
May 21 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

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.

May
23
Thu
Reno, NV: Cancer Support Group @ Renown Regional Medical Center – Sierra Meeting Room 101
May 23 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

This group is for all patients facing cancer. The meeting enables participants to share experiences and express feelings and concerns. All cancer patients, family members and caregivers are welcome to attend. Meets weekly on Thursday from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., see calendar for conference room details. Video enabled attendance available. Patients can access remotely and join from any video-enabled device (smart phone, iPad, laptop, or webcam/desktop). Upon registering, you will receive instructions on how to virtually connect.

Registration required.

Caregivers Journaling Support Group @ UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center - Room 1604
May 23 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Support-flowers

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 Now.

Casper, WY: Peer-to-peer Caregiver Support Group @ Rocky Mountain Oncology
May 23 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Every Thursday from 4:30 – 5:30 pm

Call (307) 235-5433 for more information.

May
26
Sun
Bronx, NY: Breast Cancer Support @ Riverdale YM-YWHA in Collaboration with SHARE
May 26 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Ongoing groups for women recently diagnosed with breast cancer, those still undergoing treatment, and those who have completed treatment. Women may join at any time. REGISTRATION is required for new participants.

May
27
Mon
Boston, MA: Cancer Support for Men @ Boston Medical Center
May 27 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Moakley 3rd Floor Conference Room

Open to men who have experienced any type of cancer and their male family members and supporters. The group provides an opportunity to discuss cancer diagnoses, treatment, post-treatment, and lifestyle concerns. There is always an adjustment to this new terrain, and it’s good to talk about it. Participants learn from one another and help one another in the process. Generally 6 to 10 attend the meeting. Lunch and parking validation are provided.

Survivors Writing Together @ UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center - Room 1048
May 27 @ 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.

Gynecologic CWG @ UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center - Room 2604
May 27 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

BearCalndrPurple

Location subject to change. Please call to confirm.

May
28
Tue
Meditation and Relaxation Group @ UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center - 3rd Floor Meditation Room
May 28 @ 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.

May
30
Thu
Reno, NV: Cancer Support Group @ Renown Regional Medical Center – Sierra Meeting Room 101
May 30 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

This group is for all patients facing cancer. The meeting enables participants to share experiences and express feelings and concerns. All cancer patients, family members and caregivers are welcome to attend. Meets weekly on Thursday from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., see calendar for conference room details. Video enabled attendance available. Patients can access remotely and join from any video-enabled device (smart phone, iPad, laptop, or webcam/desktop). Upon registering, you will receive instructions on how to virtually connect.

Registration required.