Whether you're facing cancer or you're a family member, friend,
or caregiver of someone facing cancer, there are a variety
of support groups available to provide education
and encouragement.
This support group is for newly diagnosed patients with
breast cancer as well as those well into survivorship. This support
group meets on the first Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM at
the Lourdes Breast Care Center.
For more information, call
607-798-6161.
This is an American Cancer Society (ACS) program for female
cancer patients and run by a licensed cosmetologist. The program
offers skin care and make up tips to assist women in coping with
the physical changes of their treatment.
Look Good... Feel Better is offered on the second Monday of each
month from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM at Lourdes Hospital in the
East-West Dining Room.
For more information, call 800-ACS-2345, visit the ACS Website,
or visit the Events section of our Website for a list of meeting
dates.
This is an American Cancer Society (ACS) support group for
prostate cancer patients. The goals of the Man to Man Support Group
are:
- Patient Education - provide accurate
information about diagnosis and treatment options for prostate
cancer.
- Support - provide support, encouragement, and
solutions to common problems associated with prostate cancer.
- Awareness - promote awareness of prostate
cancer as a major health care concern for all men.
Man to Man offers education and support, not medical advice.
This support group has a policy of confidentiality so that members
feel comfortable to talk openly and honestly. The Man to Man
support group meets on the second Tuesday of each month from 7:00
PM - 8:00 PM in the Lourdes Lecture Hall.
For more information, call 800-ACS-2345, visit the ACS Website, or visit
the Events section of our Website
for a list of meeting dates.
This two hour meeting combines eduction and support for those
newly diagnosed with cancer. The first hour is an educational
session. Topics will vary and will be presented by physicians,
nurses, social workers, therapists, and more. The second hour is a
support group session for those who are newly diagnosed and
currently receiving treatment. This group meets on
the first Tuesday of the month from 6:00
PM - 8:00 PM.
For more information, call 1-877-9LOURDES
(1-877-956-8733).
