Support Groups
Services for cancer education, prevention and early detection include:
For class schedule, class location, or more information, please call: (405) 604-6190 or visit our calendar of events.
Other health screenings, workshops and support groups are available. Call 604-6190 for a current schedule.
For additional information, contact:
The American Cancer Society - The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy and service.
Look Good…Feel Better®Workshop
This FREE, two-hour program from the American Cancer Society is a national public-service program to help women undergoing cancer treatment learn to cope with the appearance-related side effects of treatment and regain a sense of self-confidence and control over their lives.
Volunteer cosmetologists walk participants through a make-over, teach them to cope with changes in complexion and fingernails, and present options for disguising hair loss using wigs, turbans, scarves and various accessories. The workshop provides practical hands-on experience and beauty techniques that offer a first step toward renewed self-esteem, self-confidence, and emotional recovery.
Deaconess hosts a Look Good…Feel Better program quarterly or as needed.
For class schedule or more information, please call: (405) 604-4298, visit our calendar of events or email cancerinfo@deaconessokc.com
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Us TOO of Central Oklahoma (Prostate Cancer Support and Education)
Us TOO of Central Oklahoma is a local chapter of Us TOO International. Visit their Web site at www.ustoo.org.
Us TOO meetings provide a forum for medical experts to provide information pertaining to diagnoses, treatment options, research and a positive mental outlook. We work with many medical disciplines to get the information, help and support needed by patients and survivors.
In addition, this group provides a platform for participants to discuss problems and anxieties related to prostate cancer, with the ultimate goal of improving quality of life. All Us TOO group activities demonstrate concern, acceptance, caring and understanding while acknowledging the special needs of prostate cancer patients and their loved ones.
Us TOO meets the third Tuesday of each month from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Wives/partners are encouraged to attend.
For class schedule or more information, please call: (405) 604-4298 or visit our calendar of events.
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Grief Recovery Program
Deaconess Hospital offers a six-week program to provide a step-by-step approach for those who wish to resolve their loss issues and soften the pain of their loss.
Bob Willis, certified grief recovery specialist and nationally certified bereavement facilitator, will cover topics including:
- Normal responses to grief and loss
- Dealing with unfinished business
- Honoring the life that was lived
- How to soften the pain of loss
- How to value all relationships
- Embracing your memories
The program is free and confidential.
Classes are held Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
For class schedule or more information, please call: (405) 604-6190.
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