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Sunday, February 05, 2012
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| Cancer-Specific Networking Groups
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Share your concerns, learn and connect at our Cancer-Specific Networking Groups.
These groups are designed for attendees with similar diagnoses to meaningfully connect with others who "get it", share stories and information helpful on the cancer journey,and develop support networks. Family and friends are welcome to attend where indicated.
All groups are free, led by licensed clinicians, and funded in part with generous donations from
the Gertrude & William A. Bernoudy Foundation, The Blake Foundation, Enterprise Holdings Foundation, John R. Goodall Foundation, Harvey Kornblum Foundation, St. Louis Men's Group Against Cancer, and St. Louis Service Bureau.
Contact 314-238-2000 for more information
Click here for our list of Networking Groups for January, February and March 2012 including featured speaker dates.
***Please note: Our weekly and networking support groups are not open for observation at any time and are only for people with a cancer diagnosis and, where indicated, their loved ones.
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| Brain Tumor Monthly Networking Group
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3rd Thursdays monthly 6:30-8:30 pm
Location: Cancer Support Community
1058 Old Des Peres Road, St. Louis, MO 63131
A caring environment in which to learn about and discuss issues associated with brain cancer: memory, cognitive losses and challenges, communication, and the impact on family. Family and friends welcome.
Facilitated by John Eschen, LPC, M.Ed.
Drop in, no reservation necessary.
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| Breast Cancer Monthly Networking Group
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4th Wednesdays monthly 5:30-7:00 PM
RSVP preferrred (light dinner)
Location:
Mercy Hospital St. Louis, David C Pratt Cancer Center,
607 S. New Ballas Rd, Suite 1440, 63141
An educational and emotionally safe group in collaboration with Mercy Hospital St. Louis - for women newly diagnosed and survivors, female family and friends. Focus is on education and discussion of relevant issues such as fear of recurrence, intimacy, body image concerns, reconstruction, and weight management.
Facilitated by Kathy Bearman, LCSW.
RSVP to 314-238-2000 or register online here.
Directions to Mercy Hospital St Louis, David C Pratt Cancer Center:
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| Colorectal/Gastrointestinal/Bladder Cancers Monthly Networking Group
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2nd Mondays monthly 6:30-8:00 pm
Location: Cancer Support Community
1058 Old Des Peres Road, St. Louis, MO 63131
Designed for those affected by colorectal, esophageal, gastric (stomach), liver, gallbladder, GIST, and bladder cancers, this group provides a forum for discussion and education on sensitive issues associated with these cancers, e.g., managing ostomies, lifestyle changes, body image, sleep, diet, post-surgery issues, etc. Family and friends welcome.
Facilitated by Kathy Bearman, LCSW.
Drop in, no reservation necessary.
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| Gynecological Cancers Monthly Networking Group
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3rd Mondays monthly 6:30-8:30 pm
Location: Cancer Support Community
1058 Old Des Peres Road, St. Louis, MO 63131
A well-attended, nurturing support group that shares information and discusses pertinent issues such as nutrition, coping skills, fear of recurrence, intimacy challenges, and genetic concerns. For women newly diagnosed and survivors, female family and friends.
Facilitated by Ms. Kevin Ferris, MSW, LCSW.
This group is funded in part by Macy's Foundation and the Philpott Family Foundation.
Drop in, no reservation necessary.
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| Lung Cancer Networking Group
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Lung Cancer Networking Group!
1st Thursday evening of each month, 6:00 - 7:30pm
Location: Cancer Support Community
1058 Old Des Peres Road, St. Louis, MO 63131
Group begins with Q & A provided by an oncology nurse, followed by group sharing and support. A nurturing environment in which to learn about and discuss coping skills, disease management, and quality of life during and after treatment, among other issues.
Drop in, no reservation necessary.
Facilitated by Torie Gettinger, MSW
This group made possible by a generous donation from Lung Cancer Connection.
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| Ann Arenberg Pancreatic Cancer Monthly Networking Group
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2nd Tuesday evening of each month, 6:30 - 8:00pm
Location: Cancer Support Community
1058 Old Des Peres Road, St. Louis, MO 63131
New Off-Site Session Added (starts in January 2012)!
2nd Thursday evening of each month, 1:00 - 2:30pm
Location: Siteman Cancer Center West County
10 Barnes West Drive, Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Medical Office Building 2, 2nd Floor Conference Room
Attendees exchange stories, treatment tips, and share concerns re: quality of life, intensity of diagnosis, nutritional issues, etc. Family and friends welcome.
Facilitated by Ms. Kevin Ferris, MSW, LCSW
Drop in, no reservation necessary.
This group made possibleby the Arenberg Family.
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| Prostate Cancer Monthly Educational Networking Group
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First Thursday each month • 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Location:
Mercy Hospital St. Louis, David C Pratt Cancer Center,
607 S. New Ballas Rd, Suite 1440, 63141
This group features speakers and follow-up discussions on important topics such as treatment options, quality of life, incontinence, intimacy concerns, and fear of recurrence.
Facilitated by John Eschen, LPC, M.Ed.
Drop in, no reservation necessary.
Directions to Mercy Hospital St Louis, David C Pratt Cancer Center:
This group is part of the UsTOO Prostate Education & Support Network, as well as the American Cancer Society's "Man to Man" program.
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