Support Groups
SUPPORT GROUPS AT THE HOPE CENTER
| Cancer Support Programs |
| Jewels of Hope (NEW class!) |
| New class led by Madeline Meade for cancer
patients, survivors and friends to learn how to
create jewelry. Skill level can be novice to
advanced.
To register or for more information please contact Darlene at The Hope Center, at 678.721.5555. Meets 2nd and 4th Wednesday of Every Month. The Hope Center 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
| True Colors |
| Learn which colors in clothing (and makeup) best complement your natural good looks. For men
and women, led by Lorie Hughes, MD.
To register or for more information please contact The Hope Center, at 678.721.5555. Meets 4th Monday of Every Month The Hope Center Conference Room in Suite #102 9:00 am - 12:00 pm |
| Project Hope: Painting |
| For cancer patients and survivors, this workshop is designed to promote expression of feelings through art. Participants will experience the creative process of self-expression and self healing by painting on canvas (all paint is non-toxic). Participants will complete a 12x18 painting during this workshop. Program is free; classes are led by local artist, Nancy Allen and are held at The Hope Center. To register or for more information please contact The Hope Center, at 678.721.5555. Meets 1st Wednesday of Every Month The Hope Center Conference Room in Suite #102 9:00 am - 12:00 pm |
| Look Good...Feel Better |
| Look Good…Feel Better is a collaboration between the American Cancer Society, the Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association Foundation (CTFA), and the National Cosmetology Association (NCA). Look Good…Feel Better teaches women how to deal with the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment on skin and hair. Programs are free and non-medical. When you look good…you do feel better! We have sessions on the dates below, but you must register because size is limited to 12 people. To schedule for a session or get more information, call 1.800.ACS.2345. 2012 dates: July 9, August 13, September 10, October 8, November 12, December 10 The Hope Center Conference Room in Suite #102 10:00 am - 12:00 pm |
| Cancer Support Group |
| Hope Center offers a no-cost support group for cancer patients and survivors and their loved ones in our community, facilitated by Pamela Barge, MS, Licensed Professional Counselor. For more information call Darlene at 678.721.5555. Meets 1st Thursday, after the First Wednesday Every Month Same week as Project Hope The Hope Center Conference Room in Suite #102 6:15 pm - 7:45 pm |
| American Cancer Society: Man to Man |
| Volunteer prostate cancer survivors talk to men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer for moral support before and after treatment. Men are encouraged to discuss their concerns openly and honestly and to share solutions to common problems. Call 1.800.ACS.2345 for an application or more information. |
| Reach to Recovery |
| This support program connects volunteer breast cancer survivors with those facing breast cancer. Through face-to-face visits or by phone, Reach to Recovery volunteers give support for new breast cancer patients in their time of greatest emotional needs. 1.800.ACS.2345 |
| College Scholarship Network |
| The American Cancer Society gives cancer survivors (must have been diagnosed before age 19) the opportunity to pursue a college degree from an accredited two or four-year university, or community college or vocational/technical school (also available for graduate students). Call 1-800-ACS-2345 for more information. |
| American Cancer Society Cancer Resource Network |
| A “virtual” community created by and for survivors and caregivers as an outlet to cope with the challenges and emotions that living with cancer can bring. To access the site on the internet, go to www.cancer.org and click on the Cancer Survivor’s network icon. There are chat room, survivor stories, and 250 hours of prerecorded discussions and personal stories.
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| Dietician on Call |
| Cancer treatment can often bring on side effects like nausea, weight loss or gain, fluctuating appetite, and various eating difficulties. Nutrition tactics can help with these side effects and improve patients’ quality of life. Through the Dietitian on Call program, a registered dietitian works with patients to develop personalized nutrition plans. Patients can access this free program by calling 1.888.ACS.NEED. After the call, a registered dietitian contacts each patient to develop plans that meet their unique needs. |
| American Cancer Society Cancer Resource Network and Patient Navigation Center |
| The American Cancer Society is ready to help all cancer patients and care-givers with vital information for understanding the diagnosis, managing life from day to day through treatment and recovery, and finding the emotional support needed. We are there to help patients throughout the cancer experience-24 hours a day, seven days a week. ACS can help you cope with the day-to-day challenges through our Patient Navigation Center. Our trained staff will work for you to find the help you need. Areas of need may include: Family Assistance, Health Care Services, Housing, Medical supplies and Support Groups. The ACS number is the only nationwide cancer information service available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week… 1-800-ACS-2345. |
