1. health and fitness
2. disease
3. cancer

MAY 2015
Skin and Brain Cancer
Awareness Month
Our mission...
Cancer Support Community North
Texas' mission is to ensure that
all people impacted by cancer are
empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action and sustained by
community.
Who we are...
Cancer Support Community is an
international non-profit dedicated to
providing support, education and hope
to people affected by cancer. Likely
the largest employer of psychosocial
oncology mental health professionals
in the United States, Cancer Support
Community North Texas, your local
clubhouse, offers a menu of personalized services and education for all
people affected by cancer.
TO BECOME A MEMBER
Membership at Cancer
Support Community North
Texas is FREE. It is a simple,
one step process.
Call (214) 345-8230
to learn more.
Letter from our Program Director...
Join us during the month of May! We have a variety of activities in all our clubhouses this
month. You can hear a helpful guide to Social Security and Disability led by Lee Avilar of
the Social Security Administration in our Alliance Clubhouse on May 6th. Haskell Kirkpatrick lll, MD will lead us in a great presentation on immunotherapy, which is one of the most
exciting areas for new discoveries and treatments for many different kinds of cancer at the
Dallas Clubhouse on May 12th. Ruben Saez, Md, FACP will talk about breast cancer updates
in the Plano clubhouse on May 19. We also have some wonderful classes you can take advantage of including Tai Chi and Pilates in Dallas, Qigong in Alliance, and Zumba in Plano! Join
us for an inspiring month of education and fun. Remember, CSCNT is also a great place to
make new friends and connect with others going through the same thing as you.
We look forward to seeing you!
Phyllis Yount, LCSW
Program Director, Cancer Support Community North Texas
Don’t forget to visit us online! CancerSupportTexas.org.
It is important that you RSVP for any activity you want to attend at least 24 hours in advance.
If you need Noogieland for childcare, please call 48 hours in advance. If for some reason you need to cancel, we would appreciate as much notice as possible.
Dallas County
Clubhouse
Collin County
Clubhouse
Tarrant County
Clubhouse
214-345-8230
972-981-7020
682-212-5400
See page 2 for details & New
Member Meeting schedule
See page 3 for details & New
Member Meeting schedule
See page 2 for details & New
Member Meeting schedule
DALLAS COUNTY CLUBHOUSE
THD Cancer Center | 8196 Walnut Hill Lane | Dallas, TX 75231 | Phone: 214-345-8230
CLUBHOUSE HOURS: Mon • Tues • Thurs: 9am-8pm | Wed • Fri: 9am-5pm | Selected Saturdays
NEW MEMBER MEET & GREET: Saturday, May 9th, 10-11:30am
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Family
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Wellness Group
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Noogie Nights
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Family
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Wellness Groups
Noogie Nights
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Family and Friends Group 6-8pm
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Noogie Nights
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Memorial Day
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“The Emperor of All Maladies” 6-8pm
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Form 24 Tai Chi
11am-12pm
Post Treatment Group 6-8pm
Frankly Speaking about Cancer 6-8pm
Open Art Expressions 6:30-7:30pm
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Wellness Group
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“Cancer:
The Emperor of All Maladies”
Tuesday, May 5th, 6-8pm
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: We complete this great PBS series
by Ken Burns. This film examines cancer with a cellular
biologist’s precision, a biographer’s passion and an historian’s perspective. Watch this recently aired special with
us. Light meal provided. RSVP required. RSVP to (214)
345-8230 or [email protected].
Celebrate Mom Tea Time
Thursday, May 7th, 3-5pm
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: We want to honor our Mothers!
Bring your mother in for tea time and share some special
time with her. If you are a Mother and want to join us, we
want to celebrate with you! RSVP to (214) 345-8230 or
[email protected].
Paint and Create: Painting Your Own
Angel
Friday, May 8th, 10am-1pm
MEMBERS ONLY: The angel, Lindsay Dailey is back to help
you create your own angelic painting. We provide the paint
and canvas, you provide the creativity! View Lindsay’s website
for inspiration-idfinearts.com. RSVP to (214) 345-8230 or
[email protected].
Tuesday, May 12th, 6:30-7:30pm
MEMBERS ONLY: May showers bring May flowers! Amber
Sefert will show us how to create some beautiful paper
flowers that will grace your patio or kitchen table. This could
also make a great gift for that special person in your life.
RSVP to (214) 345-8230 or [email protected].
Metastatic Group
6:30-8pm
Beginner’s Pilates
10-11am
Yoga
Beginner’s Pilates
Yoga
Noogie Nights
Metastatic Group
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11am-12pm
6-8pm
10-11am
3-5pm
5-6pm
6-8pm
5-6pm
Wellness Group
12-2pm
Beginner’s Pilates
Yoga
Noogie Nights
Living with Loss
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11:30am-12:30pm
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Paint and Create
10am-1pm
Meditation 11:30am-12:30pm
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Finding Healing Through Music 6:30-8pm
Noogie Nights
6-8pm
6-8pm
6-7:30pm
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Form 24 Tai Chi
Post Treatment Group
12-2pm
Beginner’s Pilates
Celebrate Mom Tea
Yoga
Noogie Nights
Living with Loss
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Sisters Networking Group
Teens Connect
Open Art Expressions
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New Member Meet and Greet
10-11:30am
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Meditation
Breast Cancer Networking 10am-12pm
Noogieland Super Saturday 10am-12pm
11:30am-12:30pm
6-8pm
10-11am
5-6pm
6-8pm
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Meditation
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11:30am-12:30pm
6:30-8pm
10-11am
5-6pm
6-8pm
6-8pm
Frankly Speaking about Cancer:
Your Immune System and Cancer
Tuesday, May 12th, 6-8pm
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: Today, immunotherapy is one of the most
exciting discoveries and treatments for many types of cancer.
Understanding how the immune system works is opening the
doors to developing new treatments that are changing the
way we treat cancers. Haskell Kirkpatrick lll, MD, oncologist
from Texas Oncology, PA brings you the latest information on
this important topic. MEAL TO BE PROVIDED RSVP to (214)
345-8230 or [email protected].
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Meditation
11:30am-12:30pm
(WORKSHOPS FOR MEMBERS ONLY)
24 Form Tai Chi
Tuesday, May 12th & 26th, 11am-12pm
Tai Chi is known to help cancer survivors with fatigue, immune system function, stress reduction, balance, concentration and overall quality of life. Linda Donahue, has over
20 years of experience teaching Tai Chi and facilitates this
workshop. RSVP to (214)345-8230.
Beginner’s Pilates
Journey to Wellness:
Finding the Healing Power of Music
Thursday, May 14th, 6:30-8pm
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: Music touches your soul and can lift you
up during illness and after. Come listen to an expert, Patsy M.
Sadowski, MA, Certified Music Practitioner tell you how music
creates dopamine, called the pleasure chemical. Learn how
music can help you feel better during emotionally difficult times
RSVP to (214) 345-8230 or [email protected].
Noogieland Super Saturday
Saturday, May 16th, 10am-12pm
MEMBERS ONLY: Come join friends in Noogieland for a celebration of creativity and whimsy! We have crafts and games
to really help your imagination take flight! RSVP Required. Call
(214) 345-8230 or e-mail [email protected].
Teens Connect
Tuesday, May 19th, 6-7:30pm
Teens Connect is a support group for teens ages 13-17 who
have a family member or friend with a cancer diagnosis. If
you are interested in joining this group, call (214) 345-8230
or e-mail [email protected]. RSVP is required.
Thursdays, May 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, 10-11am
Pilates helps us strengthen our core muscles and enhance
flexibility. Ethel LaBranche facilitates this workshop. Ethel is
a leukemia and uterine cancer survivor and has been teaching pilates for 25 years. Wear comfortable clothes! RSVP to
(214)345-8230.
Yoga for Wellness
Thursdays, May 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, 5-6pm
Practicing yoga can alleviate fatigue, intrusive thoughts,
sleep disturbances, depressive symptoms, anxiety, joint
stiffness, and aches and pains. It provides a relaxing, energizing and uplifting experience. Debbie Hirl, yoga instructor
with LA Fitness, facilitates this workshops. Wear comfortable clothes! RSVP to (214)345-8230.
Meditation
Fridays, May 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, 11:30am-12:30pm
Meditation can reduce stress, increase brain function,
focus and peace of mind. Francisco Casabel teaches from
the heart and is the facilitator of this great workshop. Wear
comfortable clothes! RSVP to (214)345-8230.
We’d love to hear from you!
Have a story about CSCNT that you would like to share?
Email it to [email protected]
You may get your story published on our CSCNT blog!
COLLIN COUNTY CLUBHOUSE
TH Hospital Plano | 6300 W. Parker Rd., MOB 2, Suite 129A | Plano, TX 75093 | Phone: (972) 981-7020
CLUBHOUSE HOURS: Mon • Tues • Thurs: 9am-8pm | Wed • Fri: 9am-5pm | Selected Saturdays
NEW MEMBER MEET & GREET: Tuesday, May 5th, 12:30-2pm
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Gentle Yoga for the Soul
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Crochet Group
Yoga
6-7pm
Wellness Group
6-8pm
Family & Friends Group 6-8pm
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11am-12pm
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Crochet Group 11am-12pm
New Member Dinner 6:30-8pm
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Memorial Day
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2-3pm
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Lunch & Learn 11:30am-1pm
Zumba
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2-3pm
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Crotchet Group
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Yoga is an outstanding form of exercise and
relaxation with many benefits.. Caren Lock
facilitates this workshop. Suitable for all
levels. RSVP to 972-981-7020.
Coffee, Tea, and Crochet
Tuesdays, May 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, 11am-12pm
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Zumba
Crochet Group 11am-12pm
Breast Cancer Treatment
Updates 6:30-8pm
Yoga
6-7pm
Wellness Group
6-8pm
Family & Friends Group 6-8pm
Mondays, May 4th, 11th, 18th, 6-7pm
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Zumba
2-3pm
Breast Cancer Networking Group
6:30-8pm
New Member Meet & Greet
12:30-1pm
Yoga
6-7pm
Wellness Group
6-8pm
Family & Friends Group 6-8pm
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Zumba
2-3pm
Dispelling the Myths About Hospice
6:30-8pm
11am-12pm
New Member Dinner
Thursday, May 12th, 6:30-8pm
MEMBERS ONLY: A dinner invitation to all our new members to the
Plano Clubhouse! Come have a bite to eat and fellowship with other
members. Space limited. RSVP to 972-981-7020 by Friday, May 8th.
Breast Cancer Updates
Tuesday, May 19th, 6:30-8pm
Ruben Saez, MD, FACP, Board Certified Medical Oncologist and Hematologist, with Plano Cancer Institute, will present on current treatment of Breast Cancer including advances in chemotherapy. RSVP to
972-981-7020.
Clubhouses Closed
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Get together with other members and have
some fun crocheting. Rita Bauer, CSC NT
member/volunteer shows you how. All skill
levels welcome. RSVP to 972-981-7020.
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Get Moving with Zumba
Thursdays, May 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, 2-3pm
NOTE NEW TIME! Put a little Salsa in your
step! Judith Johnson facilitates this fun,
easy Zumba workshop. RSVP to
972-981-7020.
Lunch and Learn with Laurie:
Picnic Foods
Wednesday, May 20th, 11:30am-1pm
MEMBERS ONLY: Register early for a special spring lunch and learn with Whole Foods Market Healthy Eating Specialist,
Laurie Atchison, on how to make make simply delicious foods for family picnic time. Seating Limited to 15 so please
RSVP to 972-981-7020 by Tuesday May 19th.
Dispelling the Myths About Hospice
Thursday, May 28th, 6:30-8pm
Confused on the roles of Palliative and Hospice services? Come learn the myths and truths regarding their role in your life
and how they can help the whole family unit. Tim Hyman, from Vitas Healthcare, will educate and answer any questions.
CEU’s given for Social work and Licensed Practioner Counselors RSVP to 972-981-7020.
TARRANT COUNTY CLUBHOUSE
TH Harris Methodist Hospital Alliance | 10840 Texas Health Trail, Suite 120 Fort Worth, TX 76244 | Phone: 682-212-5400
CLUBHOUSE HOURS: Mon - Fri : 9am-5pm | Selected Tue & Thurs: 9am-8pm | Selected Saturdays
NEW MEMBER MEET & GREET: Saturday, May 2nd, 11am-12pm
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Yoga with Stephanie 2-3pm
Smoothies
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Qigong
6-7pm
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Fabric Cutting Class 10am-12pm
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Scrapbooking 10:30am-12:30pm
6-7pm
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Quilting Block
10am-12pm
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Smoothies!
1-3pm
Importance of Exercise 6:30-8pm
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Post Treatment Group 10am-12pm
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Coffee, Crocheting & More 10:30-12:30pm
Wellness Group
2-4pm
Living with Loss Group
4-6pm
Family and Friends Group
6-8pm
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Open Art Workshp 1-3pm
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Coffee, Crocheting & More 10:30-12:30pm
Wellness Group
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Post Treatment Group 10am-12pm
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Memorial Day
Social Security & Disabilty 1:30-3pm
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Qigong
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Noogieland Super Saturday 10am-12pm
Breast Cancer Networking 10:30am-12pm
New Member Meet & Greet 11am-12pm
Smoothies!
1-3pm
Smoothies!
Friday, May 1st, 3-4pm
Wednesday, May 20th, 1-3pm
Wednesday, May 27th, 1-3pm
MEMBERS ONLY: Thanks Trader Joe’s Southlake for the loads of organic berries ready for blending. Just bring your containers and any
special add-ins and we’ll provide the rest! RSVP to (682) 212-5400.
Noogieland Super Saturday:
Mother’s Day Crafting Saturday, May 2nd, 10-12pm
MEMEBERS ONLY: Mother’s Day is just around the corner and what
better time for our lil’ Noogies to show their love with handmade floral
bouquets! RSVP to (682) 212-5400.
Fabric Cutting Class
Tuesday, May 5th, 10am-12pm
MEMEBERS ONLY: Christy & Joan Doughty will be teaching this fabric
cutting class in preparation for the upcoming quilting class where we
will be making block 3D squares and half triangles. Join us for part
one of this two part class. Bring your sewing machines and we’ll
provide the rest! RSVP to (682) 212-5400.
Quilting Block 3D Squares and Half Triangles
Tuesday, May 19th, 10am-12pm
MEMEBERS ONLY: Christy Doughty will be teaching this quilting class
where we will be making block 3D squares and half triangles. Join us
for part two of this two part class. Bring your sewing machines and
fabric strips cut during the cutting class! RSVP to (682) 212-5400.
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Coffee, Crocheting & More 10:30-12:30pm
Wellness Group
2-4pm
Living with Loss Group
4-6pm
Family and Friends Group
6-8pm
Open Art Workshp
1-3pm
Scrapbooking & Card Making
Monday, May 11th, 10:30am-12:30pm
Preserve your precious memories with style. Interested
in making cards and learning to scrapbook? Then this is
the workshop for you! The ladies of Hillside Community
Church demonstrate the basics of scrapbooking and
card making. All materials provided.
Qigong with Gerry & Yao Yao
Mondays, May 4th & 18th, 6-7pm
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Coffee, Crocheting & More 10:30-12:30pm
Wellness Group
2-4pm
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Open Art Workshp 10am-12pm
Social Security & Disability
Wednesday, May 6th, 1:30-3pm
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: Interested in learning the rules of qualifying
for Social Security and if you are eligible for Medicare? Join Lee
Avilar of the Social Security Administration in a detailed workshop
about SS benefits, how workers earn credits to be eligible for benefits, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and how to use online
services. RSVP to (682) 212-5400.
Open Art Workshop
Gerald Noteman, PT, DPT, and Yao Yao RYT, CQI will teach
you how to increase your energy, induce relaxation and
maximize your quality of life through the use of the
ancient Chinese practice of Qigong.
Coffee, Crocheting & More
Thursdays, May 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th 10:30am-12:30pm
Join the ladies from the Met Church in Keller for a fun
afternoon of Coffee Crocheting and more.
Friday, May 1st, 2-3pm
Yoga with Stephanie
Friday, May 8th, 1-3pm
Friday, May 22nd, 1-3pm
Friday, May 29th, 10-12pm
MEMBERS ONLY: Interested in exploring you inner Picasso? Come in
and pick your project! Paint on canvas or an unfinished wood piece
at your own pace. We have all the supplies you need, just bring your
creativity. RSVP to (682) 212-5400.
Stephanie Read, E-RYT 200 has a gentle style of teaching,
focusing on the connection between breath and body,
calming the mind and stimulating the brain. This class
emphasizes strengthening the muscles and enhancing
flexibility without overworking the body.
Importance of Exercise Please note: There is no meditation or yoga in May.
Wednesday, May 20th, 6:30-8pm
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: Lucky Denenga, PT, DPT of Texas Health
Methodist Hospital at Alliance will provide you with an overview of
the importance of exercise in your overall health and wellness. RSVP
to (682) 212-5400.
American Cancer Society Guidelines on Nutrition
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for Cancer Survivors, June 11, 6:30-8pm
Survivor’s Day Celebration, June 7th 2-4pm
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UPCOMING EVENTS
RSVP For ALL Events
Please remember to RSVP for all events by calling the clubhouse or emailing
[email protected] in advance. Activities without sufficient
enrollment will be cancelled.
No Cologne, Perfume or Tobacco
Due to member’s strong reaction to smells during treatment, please do
not wear cologne or perfume when at CSCNT. CSCNT is also a tobacco free
environment.
Please Be Considerate
If you are ill, we ask that you be considerate of fellow members whose
immune systems may be compromised, and visit the clubhouse when you
are felling better. Thank you!
Location Icons
Be sure to note the colored icons on the calendar indicating the clubhouse
hosting each event.
MEMBER INFORMATION
Thanks to Francisco Casabel, Linda Hirl, Ethel LaBranche and Linda Donahue who show up every month to provide outstanding activities that lead to
better health. Cancer Support Community Dallas is so appreciative of your
work.
Scan the QR Code with your smartphone
CancerSupportTexas.org
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
@CSCNorthTX
Facebook.com/CSCNT
SOCIAL MEDIA
Call us today if you have any questions or to schedule an Open to Options
appointment please call 214-345-8230.
• Communicate more clearly with your medical teams.
• Ask critical questions about your options.
• Work with your health care team to make treatment decisions that
best fit your personal needs and goals.
If you are newly diagnosed or facing a new treatment
decision, we can help. Open to Options is designed
to help you identify important questions about your
treatment options based upon your personal needs.
Available at no cost to anyone in the community, this service will help you to:
MAY 2015
Support Groups
THANK YOU'S ARE IN ORDER...
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Calendar sponsored by
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Texas Health Resources University
PO Box 601744
Dallas, TX 75360-1744
Networking Groups
Community Group Meetings Held at CSCNT:
Grief Busters
A six-week support group for children, school age through teen, who have
had a loved one or friend die from cancer. Call to register.
Teens Connect
A networking group for teens ages 13-17. Teens come
together to have fun, plan events and volunteer in the clubhouse.
Family & Friends Support Group
Support group for people supporting a loved one who is living with cancer. Offered monthly.
Metastatic Cancer Networking Group
Networking group for individuals who have metastatic cancer.
Offered twice a month.
Bereavement Support Group
Six-week, structured grief support group for anyone who has experienced
the death of a loved one to cancer. Call to register.
Breast Cancer Networking Group
Networking group for individuals with breast cancer. Offered monthly.
Amigos Unidos Latino Support Group
Support group for Latinos living with cancer. Offered twice a month.
Living with Loss Group
Support group for people whose loved one has died of cancer. Offered
twice a month.
Post-Treatment Group
This group provides an opportunity for people with cancer who are
post-treatment, to share expertise and deepen their insight on the cancer
experience. Offered twice a month.
Wellness Support Group
Support group for people living with cancer. Offered weekly.
Pretty ‘n Pink
African American women’s breast cancer survivor group.
For more information, please contact Gail Winn at (214) 810-2546.
Sisters Networking Group
African American women’s breast cancer survivor group.
For more information, please contact Carla Burnett at (972) 693-5337.
All groups are facilitated by licensed mental health professionals.
Please see clubhouse calendars for meeting days and times or
contact your local clubhouse for assistance.
RSVP is required for every program offering at all
clubhouses. To RSVP call your clubhouse
or email [email protected].