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We offer a "Professional Caregivers Retreat" on in the spring. We understand that it is often difficult for healthcare professionals to get time off, so we are trying to give you plenty of notice in order to make the proper arrangements for clinic coverage. Please join us!
Upcoming classes/seminars for patients that you can refer to are:
Getting Started - Understanding cancer and your chemotherapy: Offered at various clinics and hospitals every week. This class is offered to new patients that are just beginning their chemotherapy treatment. The key of the class is to maximize your therapy while minimizing your discomfort. The class begins with an orientation to chemotherapy and prepares you for the changes ahead. Develop a plan to deal with the challenges and side effects. Our goal is to give you a sense of regaining control and optimism during treatment. Please consult with your oncologist's office for class times/days or contact 503-528-5236.
Family Caregiver Seminar: Saturday, November 15, 2008 from 8:30-3:00pm at Cancer Care Resources.
Topics covered:
Tips on providing physical care to those who need assistance.
Comfort measures and nutritional support
Social and emotional aspects of caregiving
Community Resources and agencies
Mobility and skin care issues
Transfers, bed mobility and wound care.
Lunch is provided. Please RSVP to 503-528-5236.
Strategies for Living with Cancer: This is a six-week program and participants are expected to attend all 6 sessions. The program will begin on Thursday, October 9, 2008-Thursday, November 13, 2008 from 10:00am-12:30pm at Cancer Care Resources. You are welcome to bring a sack lunch if you desire.
Topics covered:
Affecting positive and productive change in your life while dealing with illness
Disease related problem solving
Managing emotions as well as medications
Benefits of exercise and nutrition
Cognitive Symptom management
Communication Skills
Partnering with your physician
Advanced directives and using community resources
Please call 503-528-5236 to register.
Legal and Financial Seminar: Saturday, November 1, 2008 from 9:00am-3:00pm at Legacy Emanuel Hospital, Lorenzen Conference Center. There is no charge for this program.
Topics include:
Maximizing your benefits - Insurance Plans and drug benefits
Social security disability insurance and supplemental security income
Benefits in the workplace - FMLA, Short & Long Term Disability
Dealing with the Financial Impact of Cancer
Lunch is provided. Please RSVP to 503-528-5236.
InPower Program: Offered on an ongoing basis every Tuesday & Thursday from 1:30-3:00pm at Mittleman Jewish Community Center. Must pre-register and have doctor's approval. You will work with an oncology nurse and a personal fitness trainer to customize an exercise program just for you and your needs. You will work on your own program in a group setting, so you have the support and encouragement of other cancer patients and survivors. Please call 503-528-5236 for more information, to have a packet sent to you, or to register 503-528-5236 |
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