Program Guide

Cancer Specific Support Groups

Support and education for those diagnosed with myeloma and their family members. Facilitators: Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S & Stevi Gutin, RN

Children, Teen & Family

Collect samples of nature and create collages. These pieces of art will be temporary and changeable. Presenter: Eileen Coan, MA, MLS

Information & Education

Join Dr. Herbert Newton, Neuro-Oncology Medical Director of the Brain Tumor Center at University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center for a discussion of brain tumor classification, pathology and molecular diagnostics. Dr. Newton’s presentation will be followed by time for questions from those in attendance. Appetizers provided by Novocure.

Information & Education

Getting a good night’s rest is essential to function well the next day, yet getting to sleep, and staying asleep, isn’t easy for many people. Anxiety and insomnia are common problems that may hamper your ability to fall asleep. We will explore anxiety and insomnia, their symptoms, how they can affect each other, and what you can do to treat, manage, and potentially stop your anxiety or insomnia from disrupting your sleep. Presented in partnership with Southwest General Heath Center. Speaker: Dr. Dipali Desai, Family Medicine/Integrative Psychiatrist Southwest General Health Center

Exercise

Held Thursdays, 9:00-10:00am & 10:00-11:00am at our Wellness Center

Sign up for an open gym time to come and workout on your own. Participants must first attend an orientation and complete a health and fitness screening. This program is limited to 6 participants per hour.

Cancer Specific Support Groups

Monthly support group for people with oral, head and neck cancer. Meets the third Wednesday of every month, 3:30-4:30pm. Facilitator: Brittani Davis, MA, LPCC-S, LICDC

Cancer Specific Support Groups

Monthly virtual support group to support women with ovarian cancer and to provide a space to share feelings, experiences and resources. Meets the third Wednesday of every month, 2:00-3:30pm. Facilitator: Susan Marinac, MSSA, LISW-S

Cancer Specific Support Groups

Monthly virtual support group for people diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Meets the fourth Wednesday of every month, 3:30-4:30pm. Facilitator: Sydney Beeman, MA, NCC, LPC

Exercise

Sign up to meet one-on-one for a 30-minute screening to assess your physical function, fall risk, and address any other individual questions or concerns related to physical health during and after cancer treatment. Recommendations and resources provided. Presenter: Austin Petrie, PT, DPT

Information & Education

Come to see the wide variety of post-mastectomy bras, bathing suits, prosthesis, and lymphedema supplies that Elegant Essentials sells in Medina and Mentor. Meet their staff, learn about being fitted and how they can submit the claims to your insurance provider. Presenter: Shellie Graf, Owner & Founder of Elegant Essentials, Board Certified Fitter