Oncology support groups and classes

Arm-In-Arm - Support group for any woman with a breast cancer diagnosis. Most women are newly diagnosed, rather than with recurrent cancer. Meets once a month, usually with 4-10 women.
Free, 443-849-2961.
Facilitators: Susie Meinert, Janet Dent.

"Us Too" Prostate Cancer Support Group - Started in 1992, GBMC's group was the first prostate cancer support group in the area. Partners and family members are welcome. Meets once a month.
Format: the first hour is educational; the second hour is for sharing experiences. Group typically has 20-30 participants. Free, 443-849-2961.
Facilitator: Michele Better, LCSW-C

Phoenix Bereavement Group - Started in 1984, this group is for adults who have lost a loved one, no matter what the cause of death (i.e., cancer, heart attack, accident). Meets weekly for eight sessions. Group usually has 8-10 people.
Free, 443-849-2961.
Facilitators: William Ermatinger, Cindi Callanan.

Look Good, Feel Better - Sponsored by the American Cancer Society, this program helps women undergoing cancer treatments cope with the appearance-related side effects of treatment, such as hair loss and changes in complexion. It helps individuals regain a sense of self-confidence. Meets the third Monday of the month. Group size is usually 6-10 women.
Goodie-bag of cosmetics provided by sponsors.
Free, 443-849-3706.
Facilitators: Jane Conrad, RN,  Susan O'Toole, RN, MS, MPH.

Patient/Family Head and Neck Cancer Support Group - Support group for both newly diagnosed and long-time survivors. Meets once a month.
Free, 443-849-2087.
Facilitators: Linda Clarke, RN, MS, Lynne DeLancey, LCSW-C.
Laryngectomee Interest Group - Free, 443-849-2087.
Facilitators: Katie Dietrich, MS, CCC-SLP, Barbara Messing, MA, CCC-SLP.

Women's Laryngectomee Support Group -
Free, 443-849-2087.
Facilitators: Linda Clarke, RN, MS, Lynne DeLancey, LCSW-C.

Call indicated phone numbers for further information and registration related to the above groups.

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