| Tuesdays,
1-2 pm
May 6, 20
June 3, 17
|
Art and Healing
Experience how creating art can help reduce
the stress of living with cancer. Led by and
Stefanie Sordillo, Expressive Arts Therapist. |
Tuesdays,
10 -11:15 am
May 13
June 10
Thursday,
2 - 3:15 pm
May 29
June 26 |
Bone Marrow Transplant
Learn from staff and talk with others who have walked this road.
Cox Bldg, 1st Floor, Bone Marrow Transplant Unit |
| Wednesday,
1-2 pm
May 14
June 11 |
Blood Counts...What You Should Know
Learn about your blood counts: what blood cells are, what they do, and
what you can do if they lower during treatment. Led by Cancer
Center Nurses.
|
Mondays,
12-1:30 pm
May 12
June 9, 23 |
Brain Tumor Support Group
A support and educational session for patients with brain tumors and their
loved ones.
No sign-up needed. Yawkey Outpatient Center, Rm 10650.
Contact: Michele Lucas, Oncology Social Worker at 617-726-1061 |
Wednesdays,
1-2 pm
TBD |
Breast Cancer Support Group
Individuals & family members offer friendship & support
through the cancer experience. Give and receive hope & inspiration.
Pre-registration & interview needed.
Contact:
Catherine Carlo, 617-724-3956 |
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Thursday,
12 -1 pm
June 26
|
Cancer-Related Fatigue
Learn about cancer-related fatigue (a tired feeling that does not go
away or a total lack of energy) and ways to mange it. Led by Ilana Braun, Psychiatrist. |
Tuesday
12 - 1pm
May 11 |
Cancer Pain
Learn about cancer pain, other physicial effects and the steps you can take to ehlp yourself feel better. Led by Paul Arnstein, Clinical Nurse Specialist. |
Mondays,
3 - 4 pm
TBA |
Caregivers Support Group
Contact: Amy Corveleyn 617-724-5258.
No sign-up needed. |
Thursdays,
12-1 pm
May 8
June 12 |
Caring For Yourself
Learn how to use self-care massage techniques to manage stress/anxiety
and decrease muscle tension. Led by Licensed Massage Therapist. |
Mondays,
1-2 pm
May 5, 19
June 6, 16, 23, 30
|
Chemotherapy...What You Should Know
Learn about the basics of chemotherapy and get tips for dealing with some
of its side effects. Led by Oncology Pharmacists and Nurses. |
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Tuesday
12 - 1 pm
June 17
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12 -1 pm
May 28 |
Complementary Therapies...What You Should Know
Learn about complementary therapies like acupuncture, massage and meditation that can ehlp improve your overall wellness and help you manage symptoms and side effects. Led by Katie Binda and Loren Winters, Oncology Social Workers. |
Wednesdays,
1 - 2:30 pm
May 14, 28
June 11, 25 |
Family and Friends of Cancer Patients Support Group
Contact: Anne Sunshine, Clinical Social Worker, 617- 726-2743
No sign-up needed.
* Maxwell V. Blum Cancer Resource Room, Cox Bldg 1st Floor. |
Tuesdays,
11 am - 12 pm
May 13
June 10 |
Fathers Dealing with Cancer
A time for fathers to talk about parenting with cancer.
Led by Steve Durant and Cynthia Moore, Child Psychologists. |
Wednesdays
10-11 am
May 14
June 11 |
Fighting Cancer With Your Fork
Meet with the Cancer Center nutritionists and learn how eating well can make you feel better.
Led by Oncology Nutritionists |
Tuesdays,
1 - 2:30 pm
May 13, 20, 27
June 3, 10, 17
|
Gastrointestinal Cancer Support Group
(includes colon, gastric, & liver) For Patients in Active Treatment.
Contact:
Stacy Chandler, Oncology Social Worker 617-724-5828 |
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Mondays,
11:30 am -
12:30 pm
May 5, 19
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
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Thursdays,
11 am - 12 pm
May 1, 22, 29
June 5, 12, 19, 26 |
Gentle Yoga
Come and try this easy form of exercise that uses mild stretching and healthy
breathing. Led by Luba Zagachin, Yoga Instructor. |
Mondays,
1-2 pm
May 12
June 9 |
Health Care Proxies ...How To Get Started
Learn About a Health Care Proxy and other steps you can take to make your
health care choices known in the event you become unable to make or express
your preferences in the future.
Lead by Lorraine Drapek and Loren Winters, Oncology Nurse and
Katrina Scott, Oncology Chaplain. |
Tuesdays,
12-1 pm
May 20*
June 17* |
Head & Neck Cancer Support Group
Pre-registration needed.
Contact: Amy Corveleyn, Oncology Social Worker
617-724-5258.
* Cox Bldg, Maxwell V. Blum Cancer Resource Room, 1st Floor |
Thursdays,
12-1 pm
May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
June 5, 12, 19, 26 |
Knitting Hour
Drop in and relax with fellow knitters. All skill levels welcome. Bring
your own knitting or we have yarn. Free and open to our patients, families,
and staff. Led by Cancer Center Staff. |
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Tuesdays,
3-4 pm
May 13
June 17 |
Learn About Acupuncture
Learn about acupuncture and how it can help reduce stress and relieve
symptoms and side effects. Led by Licensed Acupuncturist |
Wednesdays,
12-1 pm
May 14
June 11
|
Learning to Manage Stress
Come and try some simple breathing and meditation exercises
to help you deal with the stress of living with cancer. Led by Katie
Binda, Oncology Social Worker.
|
Tuesday,
1-2 pm
May 13
Wednesday,
12-1 pm
June 25
|
Living with Cancer...Moving Forward After Treatment
Discuss issues and concerns around the completion of cancer
treatment, including helpful resources for this transition. Led by Social
Workers. |
Wednesday,
10 am -12 pm
May 21
June 18
|
Look Good, Feel Better
Learn tips for caring for your skin during cancer treatment and
how to manage hair loss. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society. Sign-up
needed.
Location:
YAW 7th Floor, Rm 7960
Contact: Images Boutique, 617-726-3211 |
Wednesdays,
1-2:30 pm
May 7, 21
June 4, 18 |
Lung Cancer Group
A support group for people with lung cancer.
The group provides patients with an opportunity to gain support, share
information, and learn how others cope with lung cancer. No sign up needed.
Led by Mary Susan Convery 617-726-1045.
Location: Yawkey Blgd, 10th Floor, Room 10650 |
Wednesday,
12-1 pm
May 21
June 18 |
Lymphedema: Basics and Management
Learn about lymphedema and ways to manage it, with a focus on the benefits
of healthy exercise. Led by Occupational Therapists. |
Tuesdays,
12:00 - 1:30 pm
Now Forming |
Melanoma Support Group
|
Thursdays,
12- 1 pm
May 15
June 19
|
Men Who Care for Women with Cancer
Sponsored in part by Men with Heart. No sign-up needed.
Contact: Catherine Carlo, 617-724-3956. |
Tuesdays,
3-4:30 pm
Now Forming |
Pancreatic Cancer
Pre-registration needed.
Contact: Stacy Chandler, 617-724-5828.
Yawkey Outpatient Center, 2nd Floor, Satter Conference Room |
Tuesdays,
11 am -12 pm
May 6, 20, 27
June 3, 17, 24 |
Parenting with Cancer
Gain support and information about helping the children in your life cope
with a parent's cancer. Led by Child Psychiatrist, Paula Rauch and
Child Psychologists, Steve Durant and Cynthia Moore. |
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Thursday,
12-1 pm
May 1
June 5
|
Planning to Exercise
Learn ways you can exercise during cancer treatment to help you feel better. Plus, get tips to save your energy. Led by Physical Therapists.
|
Wednesdays,
6-7:30 pm
May 14
June 11 |
Prostate Cancer Support Group
Support group for patients diagnosed
with prostate cancer.
Pre-registration and interview needed.
Contact: Marilyn Brier, Oncology Social Worker 617-726-5841. |
Tuesdays,
10-11 am
May 6, 13, 20, 27
June 3, 10, 17, 24 |
Prostate Cancer Support Group - Proton Beam
Support group for patients diagnosed
with prostate cancer. No sign-up needed.
Contact: Marilyn Brier, Oncology Social Worker 617-726-5841. |
Sunday,
3- 4 pm
TBD
|
Parents of Teens with Cancer
Pre-registration needed.
Contact: Heather Peach 617-643-1819 or Suzanne Rose, 617-643-1805 |
Wednesdays,
11 am -12 pm
May 7, 14, 21, 28
June 4, 11, 18, 25 |
Qigong
Try this gentle exercise that combines physical movement & mediation
to help you feel better. Led by Deguang He, Qigong Instructor. |
Thursdays,
12-1 pm
May 15
June 19 |
Radiation Therapy...What You Should Know
Learn about the basics of radiation, your "simulation" (treatment
planning), and what to expect from treatment. Led by Radiation Oncology
Staff.
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Wednesdays,
1-2 pm
May 7
June 4 |
Radiology...What You Should Know
Learn about radiology tests such as MRIs, CT scans and PET scans,
& how they help provide important diagnosis and treatment information.
Led by Michelle Dean, Radiology Quality Assurance Manager. |
Tuesday,
12- 1 pm
May 20
June 24
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Wednesdays,
12-1 pm
June 4
|
Relaxation Through Meditation
Experience an hour of mindfulness breathing and guided meditation to help
calm and center your mind and body.
Led by Claudine Riley, Oncology Social Worker. |
Thursdays,
1-2 pm
May 8
June 12 |
Spiritual Well-being
Explore ways to refresh and support your inner spirit with spiritual practices
like prayer, affirmations, and labyrinth walking.
Led by Katrina Scott, Oncology Chaplain. |
Tuesday,
6:30 - 8:00 pm
June 17 |
SPOHNC
Support for people with oral, head and neck cancers.
RSVP needed.
Contact: Amy Corveleyn 617-724-5258 or
Valerie Goldstein
617-731-1703. |
Tuesday,
12 - 1 pm
TBD |
Taking Control of Your Cancer Pain
Contact: Paul Arnstein, Pain Center
Gain information and understanding about managing pain, including options
for treatment and resources available to patients and families. |
Thursday,
10 - 11 am
TBD |
Thinking About Quitting Smoking?
Learn the latest ways to help you or a loved one quit smoking. Topics
include why it is difficult to quit and ways to support smokers
during the quitting process.
Led by Joanne Hilgenberg, Social Worker. |
Saturday
10:30 am - 12 pm
May 17
June 21 |
Thyroid Cancer Support Group
Pre-registration needed.
Contact: Jessica Jones 781-721-7799.
Location: Thier Conference Room |
Thursdays,
3-4 pm
May 8
June 12 |
Treating Your Cancer Through Clinical Trials...What You Should
Know
Learn about clinical trials (research studies), and how to decide
if they're an option for you. Led by Research Nurses and Research Pharmacists. |
Tuesdays,
1-2 pm
May 27
June 10, 24 |
Writing to Heal By
Lean how writing, through poetry and journaling, can help you focus your
thoughts and reduce stress. Led by Stefanie Sordillo,
Expressive Arts
Therapist. |
Mondays,
10:30 - 11:30 am
May 5, 19
June 2, 6, 9, 16, 23, 30
|
Yoga for Patients with Breast Cancer
An easy form of exercise that uses mild stretching and healthy breathing.
Led by Luba Zagachin, Yoga Instructor.
Pre-registration
needed.
Contact: HOPES Program 617-724-6737. |
Thursday,
4-5 pm
Now Forming
|
Young Adult Cancer Support Group (ages 20-40)
Pre-registration needed.
Contact: Julie Berrett or Amy Corveleyn,Oncology Social
Worker 617-643-2355 |
