Support Groups

Cancer

Reaching Out Support Group

When: Tuesday, November 8, 2011 from 5pm-6pm
Where: LGRCC Pulaski Lobby
Topic: Managing Multiple Medications with Cancer
Speaker: Michelle Poore, PharmD, BCPS
Doctor of Pharmacy and Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist

Discussion groups and speakers for patients, family members, and personal support teams.

Look Good...Feel Better Cosmetic Program

(sponsored by the American Cancer Society)
When:Tuesday, November 22, 2011 from 5:00 pm – 7:00pm
Where: LGRCC Pulaski Lobby

Beauty professionals lead the group through a hands-on experience to learn make-up techniques, skin care, nail care, and how to use head coverings such as wigs, turbans, and scarves. Please RSVP at 540-994-8549.

Breast Cancer Support Group

When: Tuesday, November 15, 2011 from 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
Where: LGRCC Pulaski Lobby
Topic: TBA
Speaker: Michele Keesling, RN

Discussion groups and speakers for patients, family members, and personal support teams.

Upcoming Support Group for Newly Diagnosed Cancer Patients

A new support group will begin in January 2012 for anyone who is undergoing chemotherapy and/or radiation treatments and needs to share their feelings and anxieties with others who are going through similar experiences. This support group will also include family members, caregivers or support personal. Information on the date and time will be announced in the January Community Events Calendar.

Diabetes/Nutrition

Diabetic Support Group

When: Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at 6:30 pm
Where: L. Brinkley Eure Education Building at LewisGale Hospital Pulaski
Topic: The Importance of Dental Care with Diabetes
Speaker: Dr. Cynthia Southern, DDS

Support group for people with diabetes, their family members and friends.