Name of Group |
Description |
| CLL Education and Support |
1st Wednesday of every month
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Location: Comer Commons
Facilitator: Seth Senecal, M.A.
(858) 822-7902 |
| A monthly educational seminar and support group for patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Join us for an opportunity to hear from a CLL expert, as well as share and gain support from other CLL patients. Learn the latest information about CLL research and treatments. Discover ways to manage the challenges of cancer. Improve your communication skills and relationships. Gain strength by connecting with others. Improve the quality of your life. |
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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) 822-6201
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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) 822-6201
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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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| Cancer Caregiver Gathering |
Every Monday (Starting Dec. 7th)
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Room 2007
Facilitators: Susan Krigel, M.A.
Danielle Casden, Ph.D.
(858) 822-1494 |
| Come together for conversation and coffee. Take a break and join others to develop connections with other caregivers and share helpful advice and tips. |
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| Gastrointestinal Patient Support Group |
3rd Friday of every month
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location; Comer Commons, 2nd Floor
Facilitators: Debbie Soldano, R.N.
Sally Toon, R.N., B.S.N.
Kristen Bunker, B.A.
(858) 822-6243 |
| The GI group provides education and support to patients diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancers, including pancreas, liver, cholangiocarcinoma, gastric, esophageal, colon, rectal or anal cancer. Each month we provide an educational presentation and then the group has an opportunity to discuss issues related to the topic presented or other issues they may be experiencing.
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| Young Breast Cancer Patient Education and Psychotherapy Group |
Study Coordinator: Danielle Casden, Ph.D.
(858) 822-5240 or dcasden@ucsd.edu |
| For breast cancer patients between the age 18-45. Participate in a research intervention study for young breast cancer patients. If you consent to participate, you will receive a pre-treatment assessment and goal of care plan; an 8-week educational and psychotherapeutic group; a post-treatment assessment and review of care plan; and treatment follow-up. Please contact a study coordinator if you are interested in participating. |
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| Lung Cancer Support Group |
Every 3rd Wednesday
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Room 3106
Facilitator:
Seth Senecal, M.A.
(858) 822-7902
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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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| Melanoma Cancer Patient Support Group |
Last Friday of the Month
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Room 3106
Facilitator: Yuko Abbott, LCSW
& Kristen Bunker
(858) 246-0263 |
| Monthly support group for melanoma patients and their caregivers. |
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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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Mind & Body Wellness Workshop
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Tuesdays
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Room 3106
Facilitator: Danielle Casden, Ph.D.
(858) 822-5240
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| A 4-week workshop teaching meditation; breath work; gentle seated yoga; and other stress relieving relaxation techniques. Please call to register for the next 4-week course. |
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Lymphedema Education Class
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October 13, 2009
1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Location: Room 3106
Facilitators: Resie Collins
Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Registration: (858) 657-6590
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| Teaches cancer patients about precautions for post-operative lymphedema. 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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2009 Schedule:
Jan. 26 / Mar. 16 / June 1 / Aug. 17 / Oct. 12
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. The program is a free, non-medical, product neutral program offered in partnership with the ACS, the National Cosmetology Association, and the Personal Care Products Council Foundation.
Reservations are requested, as space is limited to 12 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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| 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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