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Tacoma CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

For patients, caregivers, adult family members, and friends.

2nd & 4th Tuesdays (each month, except holidays) 5:00 -7:00 PM.

Northwest Medical Specialties, 1624 South I Street, Tacoma, 2nd Floor Conference Room - #207

Facilitator: Sue Yamane, Oncology Social Worker

For information, call Sue Yamane, 253-428-8776 or Carol Magelssen, 253-472-4886

PUYALLUP CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

For patients, caregivers, adult family members, and friends. Meeting includes an educational program, refreshments, and a time of sharing. When: First Thursday of the month; 1-3 p.m. Where: Good Samaritan Cancer Center conference room, 400 15th Ave. SE, first floor
Fee: None, donations welcome. Sponsored by Good Samaritan/Multicare.
Call: Cancer Resource Center 253-697-4899

WOMEN'S CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

This group is open to any female with a diagnosis of cancer. The atmosphere is very informal, and it is an excellent opportunity to share and learn with others. Occasional speakers also present on topics of interest to group members. If you are feeling alone or isolated, please consider joining us.
When: Second Tuesday of the month, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Good Samaritan Cancer Center, conference room, 400 15th Ave SE, first floor
Fee: None, donations welcome. Sponsored by Good Samaritan/Multicare.
Call: Cancer Resource Center 253-697-4899

MAN TO MAN PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

Do you have questions about prostate cancer? Join a group that can provide answers and support, facilitated by trained volunteers who have recovered from prostate cancer.
When: First Wednesday of the month, 7-9 p.m.
Where: Good Samaritan Hospital, conference room in Education Bldg.
Fee: None. Sponsored by Good Samaritan/Multicare.
Call: Weldon Plett, 253-691-2267

LYMPHEDEMA NETWORKING GROUP

Do you have swelling in your arm(s), hand(s), leg(s), feet or other part of your body? Have you had lymphnode(s) removed? If you answered yes to both of those questions then, you may have a condition known as "lymphedema". Meet other individuals with lymphedema and share information and your own stories.
When: 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. '
Where: Good Samaritan Cancer Center, conference room, 400 15th Ave. SE, first floor
Fee: None. Sponsored by Good Samaritan/Multicare.
Call: Cancer Resource Center, 253-697-4899, for more information.

Facilitated by: Julie Venn, LMP, MLD/CDT
Julie is a practicing therapist who specializes in Lymphedema treatment
JUlie@Customfit4you.net

FRIEND TO FRIEND

This program matches newly diagnosed cancer patients with cancer survivors of similar diagnosis and treatment. If you are a new patient and want to connect with a survivor or if you are a survivor who would like to give support to a new patient, this program may fill your needs. We have trained survivors with Breast Cancer, Multiple Myeloma, Leukemia, Thyroid Cancer and Caregivers.
Fee: None. Sponsored by Good Samaritan/Multicare.
Call: Cancer Resource Center, 253-697-4899