Oncology Support Groups
Patient Support Groups and Programs 2005
The following is a list of monthly support groups and programs held at various locations throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
If you are interested in attending a program, please call in advance to register and confirm the time, date and location.
For information on additional support groups, call the Cancer Information Services at 1-800-4-CANCER.
CANCER SUPPORT GROUPS
Caregiver Support Group-Cancer
Although nothing can change the way you feel, it may be comforting to know that you're not alone. Join us for this special support group designed for people caring for loved ones with cancer. We'll share experiences & discuss alternatives others have used to overcome challenges.
Virtua Memorial Hospital of Burlington County
Stokes Building, 4th floor
175 Madison Avenue
Mt. Holly, NJ 08060
Held on the first & third Tuesday of the month
Patient Family Support Group
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
For additional information call 215-728-2668.
Held second and fourth Wednesday of the month
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
Family and Caregiver Group
Monthly group led by an oncology nurse and social worker offering education and support to loved ones and friends of individuals experiencing cancer.
Paoli Hospital Cancer Center
Held the second Wednesday of the month
4:00 PM to 5: 30 PM
For locations, meeting dates and questions, please call Kate O'Connor, LSW Cancer Center Social Worker at 610-648-1253 or email o'connork2@mlhs.org
Person to Person
People who have been diagnosed with cancer often feel confused, frightened and very alone. They often have many questions that can only be answered by one who has experienced and survived a cancer diagnosis. Person To Person was developed to offer emotional support and encouragement on a one-to-one basis to those who are newly-diagnosed by volunteers who have survived the cancer experience and are now leading full, happy lives.
Joan Karnell Cancer Center
2nd Floor Conference Room
Pennsylvania Hospital
230 W. Washington Square
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Held last Thursday of each month.
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
In the Looking Glass
With side effects that range from hair loss to fatigue, cancer treatment can take its toll on a person both emotionally and physically. But knowing how to offset these side effects can make a marked difference in a person's life. This workshop, presented by the Fox Chase Virtua Health Cancer Program in collaboration with the Cancer Foundation for Personal Wellness, will demonstrate some of the latest techniques in skin care and hair replacement for men and women in active treatment.
Virtual Memorial Hospital
Conference Ctr/175 Madison Avenue
Mt. Holly, NJ 08060
Please call 1-888-Virtua-3 (1-888-847-8823).
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUPS
Breast Cancer Network
Monthly group offering discussions, guest speakers and sharing among women who have experienced breast cancer.
Paoli Hospital Cancer Center
Held the third Thursday of the month
7:00 PM
For locations, meeting dates and questions, please call Kate O'Connor, LSW Cancer Center Social Worker at 610-648-1253 or email o'connork2@mlhs.org
Facing Forward: Breast Cancer Support and Information
Breast cancer education and support group consisting of women who have experienced mastectomies, lumpectomies, and/or hormonal therapy.
Joan Karnell Cancer Center
2nd Floor Conference Room
Pennsylvania Hospital
230 W. Washington Square
Phila. PA 19106
Held third Tuesday of each month
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
To register call: 215-829-5954 Additional Information
Breast Cancer Support Group
Any woman diagnosed with breast cancer is invited to join this open-ended support group. Women can participate at any time during or after treatment for support, information and sharing. The group is facilitated by a social worker and a clinical nurse specialist.
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Lippincott Room
Philadelphia PA 19111
Held the first Wednesday of each month
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Registration Required. For more information call Joanne Friel at 215-728-2668
Breast Cancer Support Group
Capital Health System-Mercer Campus
Radiation Oncology Center
Held every other Wednesday of each month
1:00 PM
Call Social Worker at (609) 394-4228 for more information.
Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Group
Six-week group held in spring and fall for women diagnosed within the past year with breast cancer.
Paoli Hospital Cancer Center
For locations, meeting dates and questions, please call Kate O'Connor, LSW Cancer Center Social Worker at 610-648-1253 or email o'connork2@mlhs.org
Family Risk Assessment Education Session
Having a family history of breast &/or ovarian cancer can increase your risk of developing them. A cancer-risk counsel will discuss risk factors for breast & ovarian cancer plus benefits & limitations of available screening methods. Learn how pregnancy history, hormone use, diet & other factors may be related to these cancers. Learn the cancer patterns within your family & ways to reduce risk. Counselor will also provide information on clinical studies for high-risk women & genetic testing options.
Eligible women and men must be at least 18 years old & have one first degree or second degree relative with breast or ovarian cancer on either side of the family (includes mother, sister, child, grandmother or aunt). A family history of male breast cancer also makes you eligible.
Virtua Memorial Hospital of Burlington County
Stokes Building, 4th floor
175 Madison Avenue
Mt. Holly, NJ 08060
To register, call toll-free l-888-Virtua-3 (1-888-847-8823).
Healthy Balance
A program about food, exercise and body image for women who have been treated for breast cancer. Participation in all four sessions is important.
Joan Karnell Cancer Center
2nd Floor Conference Room
Pennsylvania Hospital
230 W. Washington Square
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Four Monday sessions over 12 weeks
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
To register, call: 215-829-6560
Additional Information contact Debra DeMille at 215-829-6560
PROSTATE SUPPORT GROUPS
Man to Man: Prostate Cancer Support Group
Professionally run American Cancer Society support group for men who are survivors of prostate cancer. Provides education, information & emotional support. Guest speakers provide valuable information.
Virtual Memorial Hospital
Conference Ctr/175 Madison Avenue
Mt. Holly, NJ 08060
Usually meets the third Tuesday of the month.
If you have any questions, please call toll-free 1-888-Virtua-3 (1-888-847-8823)
Prostate Support Group
South Jersey Hospital
The Cancer Treatment Center Conference Room
Millville, NJ
Held the third Wednesday of each month
7:00 PM
For information call Karen Swanson at 856-293-2933
Man to Man Prostate Cancer Group
Monthly group offering guest speakers and discussion on topics of interest to men experiencing prostate cancer. Wives/partners are welcome.
Paoli Hospital Cancer Center
Held the fourth Monday of the month
7:00 PM
For locations, meeting dates and questions, please call Kate O'Connor, LSW Cancer Center Social Worker at 610-648-1253 or email o'connork2@mlhs.org
Prostate Cancer Support Group
Capital Health System-Mercer Campus, Conference Room A
Held the second Thursday of each month
6:00 PM
Call (609) 394-4255 for more information
Partners are encouraged to attend
OSTOMY SUPPORT GROUP
Ostomy Support Group
Newcomb Medical Center - Community Room
65 South State St.
Vineland, NJ
Held the second Thursday of each month
7:00 PM
For information call Karen Swenson at 856-293-2933
LARYNGECTOMY SUPPORT GROUP
Laryngectomy Support Group
Newcomb Medical Center - Community Room
65 South State St.
Vineland, NJ
Held the third Tuesday of each month
4:30 PM
For information call Karen Swenson at 856-293-2933
Esophageal Cancer Support Group
Joan Karnell Cancer Center 2nd floor conference room
Pennsylvania Hospital
230 W. Washington Square
Phila PA 19106
Held the second Tuesday of the month
5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Call for more information: 215-829-5954
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