Cancer Support and Education Services
Accupresure for Cancer Patients
Be Strong Cancer Exercise Program
Breast Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Group
Caregiver Support Group
Look Good Feel Better
Making Peace with Anxiety
Melanoma Support
Nutrition Wise for Cancer Survivorship
Oral and Head & Neck Cancer Support Series
Restorative Yoga for cancer patients and their caregivers
Acupressure: Self Help for Cancer Patients and Caregivers
T: 978-287-3349
Acupressure techniques for nausea, pain, fatigue and memory loss: a cancer patient’s guide for hands-on remedies.
This 1 ½ hour session will focus on ways to help lessen the often unwelcome side-effects of chemotherapy and radiation and to improve immunity for future treatment. The first half of the session will go over simple theory, acupressure techniques and ways to fortify the body. During the second half, we will learn how to find relevant points and then practice these important locations with a partner. Handouts will be provided.
Our goal is to improve how you feel as you go through the rigors of treatment and teach you simple techniques to improve your quality of life. Care-givers are most welcome to attend this seminar not only as a second pair of eyes and ears but also as participants in learning helpful acupressure techniques and points.
Presented by N.E.S.A. Professor and Licensed Acupuncturist, Loocie Brown
Director, Center for Acupuncture, Lexington, MA
When: Thursday, Sept. 13th, 6:00-7:30 pm OR Thursday, Oct. 4th, 3:00- 4:30 pm
Where: Donaldson Conference Room, John Cumming Building, 1st floor, Emerson Hospital
Cost: Free
Please call Cancer Services at 978-287-3349 to pre-register.
Be Strong Cancer Exercise Program
T: 978-287-8200
- Tuesdays, Thursdays: 12:00 pm—1:00 pm
This eight-week class is in collaboration with the Center for Sports Rehabilitation and Specialty Services and the Bethke Cancer Center. The class is under the direction of a qualified physical therapist and will help jump-start you on your way to fighting fatigue and improve your general well-being. The session is for eight-weeks and has rolling enrollment. Please check with your physician to be sure you are able to participate.
$160.00 for one eight-week session. Classes are held at the Center for Sports Rehabilitation and Specialty Services - 57 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner, Concord, MA.
Breast Cancer Support Group
T: 978-456-3532
Virginia Thurston Healing Garden
Harvard, MA
The Healing Garden offers different support groups, each with a different focus (Journaling, Young Women, Metastatic, Breast, Post-Treatment and In-Treatment). Please call 978-456-3532 for information.
Cancer Support Group
T: 978-287-3349
For people who are diagnosed with cancer; This is an ongoing group which provides an opportunity for men and women of all ages and with all types of cancers to gather together and offer one another support. The group will meet twice monthly to discuss common issues, experiences and resources. This is a one hour support group facilitated by a licensed social worker.
When: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Where: Donaldson Conference Room, 1st floor, John Cuming Building, Emerson Hospital
Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Cost: Free
Please call Cancer Services at 978-287-3349 to pre-register.
Caregiver Support Group
T: 978-287-3349
A Support Group for family, friends and caregivers
For people whose lives have been affected by cancer.
This is an on-going monthly support group to discuss common issues, experiences and resources. This support group is facilitated by a licensed social worker.
When: Fourth Tuesday of each month
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Where: Donaldson Conference Room, John Cumming Building, 1st floor, Emerson Hospital
Please call Emerson Hospital Cancer Services, 978-287-3349 to pre-register.
Look Good Feel Better
T: 978-287-3462
Donaldson Conference Room, John Cuming Building, Emerson Hospital
Look Good Feel Better, is a free, non-medical, brand-neutral national public service program created to help women currently in treatment for cancer look good, improve their self-esteem, and thereby manage their treatment and recovery with greater confidence. Cosmetics are supplied at no charge. Pre-registration is required by calling Wendy Wong at 978-287-3462 or for more information. Look Good Feel Better is a free program of the American Cancer Society and The Personal Care Products Council Foundation.
Making Peace with Anxiety
T: 978-287-3349
Dealing with cancer, as a patient, family member or caregiver can produce tremendous amounts of anxiety. This workshop and the practice session that accompanies it introduce the ten best, research-based ways to deal with the classic signs of anxiety such as obsessive worrying, heart pumping, tight stomach, and not being able to think clearly. In these two sessions, you will learn how to accept and calm anxious states, understand better the fears that underlie them, and develop ways to turn anxious energy into constructive action.
Participating in both sessions is highly recommended. The second session reinforces methods introduced in session one. Further, it addresses how to identify and overcome obstacles to practicing better self care.
Facilitated by Francis Bigda-Peyton, Psychologist, EdD, Certified Psychoanalyst
When: 2 Part Series: Monday, September 17 and Monday, September 24, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Where: Cheney Conference Room A, Emerson Hospital
Cost: Free
Please call Cancer Services at 978-287-3349 to pre-register.
Melanoma Support
T: 1-800-557-6352
The Melanoma Foundation of New England sponsors free support groups for melanoma patients, survivors and caregivers. Please call for more information.
Nutrition Wise for Cancer Survivorship
T: 978-287-3349
- Wednesdays: 3:30 pm—4:30 pm
- February 1, May 2, September 5, December 5
Cheney Conference Room B, Emerson Hospital
Current nutrition strategies for preventing cancer recurrence will be discussed in this informal forum. Offered for individuals who have completed treatment and are striving for optimal eating habits. This program is free and led by Emerson Hospital dietitian, Ena Sandler, MS, RD, LDN. Please pre-register by calling, 978-287-3349.
Oral and Head & Neck Cancer Support
T: 978-287-3349
Are you struggling with your diagnosis? Searching for ways to cope with your disease?
Join other patients and our nursing and social work team to learn about resources to help with speech, swallow, dental and the adjustment issues that may challenge you. Make connections with others with shared experiences. Group work is facilitated by a licensed Social Worker.
When: 2nd Tuesday of every month, 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Where: Donaldson Conference Room, John Cumming Building, 1st floor, Emerson Hospital
Please call Emerson Hospital Cancer Services, 978-287-3349 to pre-register.
Restorative Yoga for Cancer Patients and Caregivers
T: 978-287-3349
Restorative Yoga Therapeutics (RYT) involves carefully sequenced and artfully propped restorative yoga postures designed to re-balance the nervous system and body:
• The entire body stretches gently while supported by yoga props such as bolsters and blankets.
• Individually-designed support in each posture helps to: release muscular tension and holding, lower blood pressure and heart rate, reduce anxiety and depression, stimulate restful sleep, lower stress and enhance immunity.
• Gentle guided meditation and simple breathing techniques help to quiet the mind and deepen the body’s relaxation response.
• RYT offers a safe and supported space for the emergence of your body’s innate wisdom and healing capacity.
When: Mondays, from 10:00 to 11:00 am, starting September 10th, 2012 (8 week series)
Where: Emerson Integrative Health and Wellness Center 310 Baker Ave Ext. (www.emersonhealthyliving.org for directions)
Cost: Free. Bring your own yoga mat. Bolsters, blanket and props will be provided. Regular attendance for the full 8 sessions is highly encouraged.
Instructor: James Gotz, Certified Yoga Teacher (www.jamesgotz.com)
Pre-registration is required. Please call Cancer Services at Emerson Hospital: 978-287-3349.