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Cancer Outreach
- The Cancer Outreach Program at the St. Joseph Cancer Center continues to evolve with many of the thanks going to
valued volunteers in our community.
Patient Education Presentations
Cancer Education Series
- Free classes on a variety of subjects such as the biology of cancer,
treatment options, and self-care strategies helping people become full
partners in their therapy.
- To register for classes or for information on support
services, call us at
(360) 738-6701.
Support Groups
- Us Too!® Prostate Cancer discussion group
An educational forum and discussion group for men interested in
prostate cancer. Spouses and partners are welcome. Meets
the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Luke's
Health Education Center. For information contact Kathy at (360)
715-4144.
- Support Group for Women with Cancer
The group has a holistic mind/body/spirit approach to healing.
Participants share stories and identify resources, and support one
another in setting priorities and finding balance and meaning in the
cancer experience. Meets every Monday at 10:00 a.m. at the St.
Joseph Cancer Center. For information contact Maureen at (360)
734-3314 or
Carol Brumet at (360) 738-6706.
- Kids Konnected
Kids Konnected
provides support meetings for children 4 - 18 years old who have
a parent with cancer or have lost a parent to cancer. Locally,
the monthly meeting is facilitated by a licensed social worker
and mental health councilor. The group meets
every third Monday of the month at the St. Joseph Cancer Center
from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. (including holidays). For information
about the group, contact
Carol Brumet at (360) 738-6706.
- Cancer Survivors' Group
Open to all cancer survivors - either a new diagnosis or
survivor for many years. Meet fellow survivors and share hopes
and concerns, celebrate victories and provide encouragement and
support for one another. Cancer Survivors' Support Group meets
the third Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. until noon at
St. Joseph Cancer Center. No registration is necessary. For
information, call (360) 738-6701.
- Friends & Family Support Group
If someone you care about has been diagnosed with cancer, this
group will be a place to receive support, explore how cancer has
impacted your lives and learn how to cope with the challenges a
diagnosis of cancer can bring. This group will share
information, issues and insights in a safe and emotionally
supportive setting. Anyone in the community who cares about
someone who has cancer is welcome. There is no fee or
registration required - drop in and join us! Meets every
Thursday from 3:30 - 4:30 at St. Joseph Cancer Center conference
room. For information, call (360) 738-6701.
Support Services
- Wig and breast forms
Donated hats, scarves, and wigs are available for patients
experiencing temporary hair loss. A limited number of breast
prostheses and bras are also available.
- Holistic Healing
“Less stress”. “Deep relaxation”. “Like a wonderful glowing
radiance that flows through and around you.” This is how some
patients have described the experience of using massage, reiki,
acupuncture or energy healing to complement
their medical care. Offered to cancer patients receiving local
treatment, these calming therapies are available in a
comfortable and supportive setting to increase your sense of
well-being during cancer treatment. Our volunteers are
professional practitioners licensed in Washington State. Their
training includes a variety of healing modalities, which they
will adjust as needed for your comfort. Volunteers offer this as
a community service for anyone being treated for cancer on a
space-available basis. A signed physician statement is needed to
participate.
 We offer the following services of the
American Cancer
Society:
-
Reach to Recovery®
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Road to Recovery®
- Look Good...Feel Better®
To register for classes or for information on support
services, call us at
(360) 738-6701.
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