Name of Group |
Description |
Spanish Speaking Patient Support
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2nd Wednesday of every month
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Room 2007
Facilitator: Mercedes Garcia-Mohr, L.C.S.W. &
Sara Feinstein
(858) 822-5240
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| "Hope Group" - "Grupo Esperanza" is a monthly support group for Spanish-speaking cancer patients. Following the discussion, participants will be led through a guided imagery relaxation exercise. Call the facilitator to register. |
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Breast Cancer Patient Education and Support
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4th Wednesday of every month
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Room 2007
Facilitator: Mercedes Garcia-Mohr, L.C.S.W.
(858) 822-5240
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| For woman with breast cancer. Each month an expert presents information on topics relevant to women with breast cancer. Following the presentation, participants share concerns, feelings, information, inspiration and hope. |
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| Lung Cancer Support Group |
Every 4th Wednesday
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Room 3106
Facilitators: Sabina Sehgal, Ph.D.
(858) 822-3141& Heidi Bungeroth, B.A.
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| This monthly support group is for Lung Cancer patients in any phase of treatment. Join others like you, in a supportive environment where you can explore important issues that matter when coping with lung cancer. |
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Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
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Call to find out the next scheduled course.
Facilitator: Steven Hickman, Psy.D.
(619) 543-6470
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| An 8-week course designed to cultivate greater attention and awareness, based on the stress reduction program developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D. This class helps you mobilize the inner resources of your mind & body for coping, healing and improved well-being. Cost: $450, includes the book, Full Catastrophe Living and 4 guided meditation CD's. Alternative payment plans available. Contact Dr. Hickman (619) 543-6470 to register or for more information. See the UCSD center for mindfulness web site for more details: http://mindfulness.ucsd.edu/ |
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Scrapbooking Group
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4th Wednesday of each month
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Room 2007
Facilitators: Pamela Gardner, L.C.S.W. &
Jody Garrett, R.N.
(858) 657-6041
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| Join us and create a scrapbook album of your treasured photos, writings, letters, and drawings. Each participant will receive a gift basket with basic supplies to begin a scrapbook album. Just bring your collection of photos and other keepsakes and a pair of scissors. Contact Pamela Gardner (858) 657-6041 to register or with any questions. |
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Lymphedema Prevention Class
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Scheduled as Announced
See Patient & Family Calendar or call facilitator for details
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Room 3106
Facilitators: Resie Collins & Linda Huckabee
Certified Lymphedema Therapists Registration: (858) 657-6590
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| Teaches cancer patients about post-operative lymphedema prevention. We will teach you about lymphedema signs and symptoms, exercises, manual drainage and resources. Lymphedema can affect quality of life, mobility, skin tissue integrity and health. Even though there are no proven preventative guidelines, it helps to learn precautions. Knowledge and awareness can assist patients in dealing with this and knowing how to help themselves. |
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Look Good…Feel Better
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2008 Schedule:
1/28; 3/17; 5/12; 8/18; 10/13; 11/3
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Room 2250
Contact: Mercedes Garcia-Mohr, L.C.S.W.
(858) 822-6201
Call to register:
American Cancer Society
(800) 227-2345
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| This hands-on workshop is designed to help female cancer patients learn how to enhance their appearance through the use of wigs, makeup and accessories. All participants receive a complimentary kit of cosmetics to use during the program and take home for their personal use. The program is offered as a partnership of the ACS, the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association Foundation, and the National Cosmetology Association. Reservations are requested, as space is limited to 10 patients per session. |
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Healing Foods Kitchen Cooking Classes
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Each month, learn about a different topic in nutrition and wellness. Learn how to prepare easy and healthy recipes using foods that promote health and help fight disease. Classes include a demonstration, discussion about ingredients, recipes, tasting and educational handouts.
Go to http://www.healthyeating.ucsd.edu/ for the schedule of upcoming classes or call to find out more information (858) 822-6790 or (800) 820-9435. |
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| Music Making Workshop and Research Study |
Feb. 19 - Mar. 25
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Goldberg Auditorium
Presented by Rachel Malone, MT
To register: Sabina Sehgal, PhD, (858) 822-3141 |
| Join us for this special research study assessing the effects on cancer patients of making music together. A music therapist will guide you through relaxing and expressive music making activities, including singing, drumming, song-writing, and breathing exercises. No experience necessary. |
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| Nutrition Counseling Program |
This program is designed to help you adopt a diet that will promote health and fight disease. Based on research conducted at UCSD, a nutritious diet can help you look and feel better, as well as help control weight. Program includes: 8 one-on-one counseling phone calls; computerized dietary analysis; education materials, self-monitoring tools; & recipes. For more information go to http://www.healthyeating.ucsd.edu/ or call to find out more information (858) 822-6790 or (800) 820-9435. Cost: Contact the Healthy Eating Program to discuss fee. |
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