General Cancer Support Group 

Day: Meets every 1st and 3rd Monday 

Time: 6:30pm to 8:00pm 

Gather in the peaceful and warm CCLM lobby to give and receive support and information and share in hope, strength and experiences with others. For both patients and family members, for newly diagnosed and those who are long term survivors and all those in between- for all cancer types. There wil be new topics and speakers each month from Prince William and Fauqier Health. 

Women’s Cancer Support Group 

Day: Meets the 3rd Friday of every month

Time: 11:00 am 

Click here to see the 2011 Women's support Flyer

New topics each month are specifically designed to help women who are coping with breast, ovarian, cervical and all female cancers. Speakers from the medical communities, cancer survivors, and services that help with comfort, communication and self-esteem will be available. The group is facilitated by a trained and  experienced health care facilitator and patient advocate. Come and share in  gentle laughter, compassion, and communication with others as we explore the journey of cancer and all of the challenges it brings to women.

Schedule:

• January - Using legumes (tortilla soup and black bean/corn salad)
• February - Cooking with vegetables for main meals
• March - Bartucci's is bringing in some wonderful foods to sample
• April - Using soups to let your digestive track rest
• May - Noodles is sharing wonderful selection of health foods
• June - Cooking with Grains to Add Fiber and Protein
• June - Harris Teeters is sharing delicious nutrition with us
• July - Using Fruits for Smoothies and Desserts
• August - Baja Fresh will be sharing healthy and delicious samples
• September - Using herbs and spices for Flavor and Immune Health
• October - Wegmans is sharing delicious easy meals for health
• November - Chipotles healthy ides for Eating Out
• December - Holiday goodies for Health and Fun

Men’s Cancer Support Group 

Day: Meets the 4th Thursday of every month

Time: 4:40pm-5:30pm in the conference room

Click here to see the 2011 Men's support flyer

This group is designed for men coping with prostate and other male cancer diagnoses. Speakers from the surrounding medical communities and cancer survivors with pertinent information to share will be participating on a regular basis and helping participants cope with the specific issues men face with cancer diagnoses. The group is facilitated by a trained and experienced health care facilitator and patient advocate and focuses on empowering men to cope effectively with the challenges of cancer and to find ways to continue enjoying life, health, work, hobbies and relationships.

Schedule:

• January - Goals for Health/Quality of Life 2011
• February - Prostate Conference DVD
• March - Prostate DVD and discussion
• April - DVD and discussion
• May - Improving Communication with our Health Care Team
• June - DVD and discussion
• July - Getting the most out of your Health Care Dollars
• August - Nutrition update
• September - DVD
• October - Keeping Muscle Strength During/After Treatment
• November - Intimacy and Relationships After Treatment
• December - Keeping the Worry Squirrels Away

The Cancer Center at Lake Manassas offers the I Can Cope workshop series for times per year. I Can Cope is an educational program sponsored by the American Cancer Society to provide a supportive environment for adults with cancer and their loved ones. 

Each 12-week session covers a range of topics designed to help participants cope with their cancer experience by increasing their knowledge, positive attitude, and skills. Some topics are specific nutrition for patients undergoing treatment, dealing with symptom relief for fatigue and pain, managing the financial aspects of cancer treatment, and how to talk with your family about the diagnosis and treatment. Participants may attend one or more workshops in the series, according to their needs and interests.  

Please call (703) 895-4857 for current schedule and to register. 

2011  Fall/Winter  I CAN COPE Class Dates and Topics Offered at Cancer Center of Lake Manassas, Gainesville VA Conference room, Tuesdays  9:30am- 10:45am

Fall/Winter  2011 Flyer

1. Adjusting to a Cancer Diagnosis and the Journey of Treatment and Wellness 
   Tuesday Sept.13, 9:30am -10:30am
   
   
2. Nutrition- Before, During and After Treatment
   Tuesday Sept. 20, 9:30am-10:30am
   
   
3. Nutrition- Before, During and After Treatment
   Tuesday Sept. 20, 5:30pm-6:30pm
   
   
4. Keeping Well Through Treatment with Food, Exerciseand Stress Management
   Tuesday Oct. 4, 9:30am-10:30am
   
   
5. Mobilizing Resources, Support and Money Matters
   Tuesday Oct. 18, 9:30am-10:30am
   
   
6. Mobilizing Resources, Support and Money Matters
   Tuesday Oct. 18, 5:30pm-6:30pm
   
   
7. Communicating Concerns and Feelings with Family,Friends and Your Treatment Team
   Tuesday Nov. 1, 9:30am-10:30am
   
   
8. Building Mind-Body Connections for Strength and Emotional Resilience
   Tuesday Nov. 8, 5:30pm-6:30pm
   
   
9. Building Mind-Body Connections for Strength and Emotional Resilience
   Tuesday Nov. 29, 9:30am-10:30am
   
   
10. Keeping Well Through Treatment with Food, Exercise and Stress Management
    Tuesday Dec. 6, 9:30am
    
    
11. Celebrating Life and Moving Forward, During and After Treatment
    Tuesday Dec. 13, 5:30pm
    
    
12. Celebrating Life and Moving Forward, During and After Treatment
    Tuesday Dec. 20, 9:30am

The classes are free, you may attend  one, all , or  as many as you like. Please call  Robyn  Hall-Phelps, support group facilitator at  703-895-4857  or email robyn@cancercenterlm to register and for questions.

Fauquier Hospital Cancer Support Group

3rd Tuesday, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

For more information, conatct Victoria LaRosa (540) 878-2136Location: Fauquier Hospital – conference center

Breast Cancer Support Group (Prince William Hospital)

Breast cancer patients and survivors are welcome to attend this monthly support group for information, comfort, and friendship. This group meets the last Friday of each month at noon. Brown bag lunch. For more information, call (703) 369-8405.

Location: Hylton Family Birthing Center Conference Room

Cancer Support Group  (Prince William Hospital)

Cancer patients and family members are welcome to attend this weekly support group, which meets each Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. For more information, please call (703) 369-8405.

Location: Medical Building 1 (Health Center), 4th floor Conference Room C

Grief Support Group

Hospice Support of Fauquier County

42 North 5th StreetWarrenton, VA

1st and 3rd Thursday, 3:30pm

Please call in advance to confirm attendance. Joy LeBaron (540) 347-5922.

Caregivers Support Group

Oak Springs Nursing Home (Warrenton) 

4th Wednesday, 7:30pm

For more information, conatct Leslie Jackson, (540) 347-4770.