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EVENTS EARLY THIS WEEK
UCSF EVENTS
- Mar. 3, Thur. – Eating Well Through Cancer Treatment | UCSF
UCSF MERI Center
- Mar. 1, Tues. – Are You Living with Serious Illness?
- Mar. 1, Tues. – Loss, Losing, Loosening: Poetic Medicine Group
- Mar. 4, Fri. – Food for Thought: Poetry Café
COMMUNITY EVENTS
- Mar. 1, Tues. – Ask the Expert: Mindset with Margaret Fletcher | Anticancer
- Mar. 1, Tues. – Jin Shin Jyutsu Self-Help | Cancer Support Community
- Mar. 3, Thur. – A Garden of Books Club | Cancer Support Community
- Mar. 2, Wed. – Balancing Work and Cancer - Networking | Cancer + Careers
- Mar. 3, Thur. – BeFit for the New Year & Mar.10, Brain Health | Bay Area Cancer Connection
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Friend to Friend Specialty Shops |
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UCSF Mount Zion:
Stop by and see our brand new selection of
UCSF branded jackets, vests, hoodies,
and t-shirts for adults.
All are available to the public, patients, and staff.
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We are located in the lobby of the Mount Zion Hospital
1600 Divisadero Street | San Francisco, CA
Shop hours are Monday - Friday,
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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UCSF Mission Bay: specializes in providing cancer products such as wigs, mastectomy bras, camisoles, breast prostheses, hats, and other head coverings. Let's not forget our comfortable clothes, gifts, books and so much more!
In addition to fitting all types of mastectomy bras and the free Athleta bras (in limited sizes), we're excited to announce we have resumed our wig-fitting services. Our trained fitters will help you shop in dignity and privacy in a warm and welcoming environment. You can be assured you'll go home with a smile on your face! Please call us at 415-353-7776, option 2
to schedule an appointment.
Whether you're looking for cancer products for yourself or a gift or greeting card for a cancer patient, Friend to Friend invites you to stop by our shop located in the lobby of the Precision Cancer Medical Building, 1825 4th Street, Room M1220, (Mission Bay Campus).
Shop hours are Monday - Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Please stop by either campus – We would love to see you!
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Art for Recovery Fall Offerings:
Due to popular patient demand, many of the Art for Recovery Program workshops have currently reached maximum capacity. Those requesting to enroll in a workshop that has reached maximum capacity, will be placed on a waitlist. Please be aware the weekly Live Music listening “drop-in” sessions do not require formal enrollment, and are always open for patients, caregivers and staff. Please email ArtforRecovery@ucsf.edu to request the Zoom link for any of the three Live Music “drop-in” sessions.
to request the Zoom link for any of the three Live Music “drop-in” sessions:
(These Online Zoom sessions are free for Patients, Caregivers and Staff)
• “Creativity & Healing” (with Ned Buskirk, Patrice Haan) | Tuesdays, 11:00 – 12:00 pm
• “Musical Oasis: Healing Music” (with Patrice Haan, harpist) | Tuesdays, 1:30 – 2:30 pm
• “Music with Jim” (with Jim Murdoch, musician) | Wednesdays, 11:00 – 12:00 pm
HeART and Music
Thursdays | 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Facilitated by Patrice Haan, AFR Harpist & Amy Van Cleve Program Manager
Healing with Writing: An Online Writing Workshop
Thursdays, Monthly Series | 10:00 – 11:30 am
Facilitated by Ned Buskirk, Writer, Art for Recovery
Wild Writing Workshop Series (For Patients only)
Tuesdays | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Facilitated by Laurie Wagner, Writer, AFR
Series II: Feb.15, 22; Mar.1, 8,15
Series III: Mar. 22, 29; Apr. 5, 12, 19
Writing with Music Workshop for Men
Tuesdays | 12:00 – 1:30 pm
Creative Community Connection & Support
Facilitated by Ned Buskirk, MA, Creative Writer & Jim Murdoch, Musician
NEWLY ADDED:
Expressive Healing: An Online Music & Creativity Workshop
6-week Workshop | Wednesdays, 11:00 - 12:30 pm | Online via Zoom
Facilitated by Ned Buskirk, Creative Writer, and Patrice Haan, Harper,
Workshop Dates: Mar. 2nd thru Apr. 6th
(Registration is Required for all AFR Offerings)
We thank you for your continued support.
For more information and updates:
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WHAT'S NEW
UCSF Art for Recovery Presents, The Pottery of Lauren Liu
A Nurse Navigator for the Comprehensive Cancer Center of UCSF
If you have an appreciation of art, please stop by this beautiful display of pottery in the UCSF Betty Irene Moore Women’s Hospital at Mission Bay (to the left of the information desk) on your way to the cafeteria.
Lauren, a local resident, lived in the Tokyo area of Japan from 2011- 2014. During her stay, she studied and practiced ceramics at a local ceramic studio. She also traveled through southern Japan and discovered the work of celebrated Japanese masters' ceramic works. Using the knowledge, Lauren's ceramics incorporated various styles of glazing and texture. Her color sense and shapes lend a calm and serene feel to her work.
Stop by and see and learn more...
This is located at the 1855 4th Street entrance.
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Visit another one of AFR Facebook pages “HeARTs for Recovery” Here you may join others to experience and share weekly natural heart images with reflections, quotes, or story of the images.
This community hopes to offer calming images and personal stories that can touch and lift one’s inner spirit through their personal healing journey.
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Lipstick Angels are offering their
Beauty & Wellness 101 classes with UCSF
Virtual setting via ZOOM
Next Session: Thursday, May 19th | 11:00am - 1:00pm
Theme: "Spring Glow"
Enhancing healthy skin and beauty with Lipstick Angels!
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Each participant will receive in the mail a “complimentary, personalized, specially curated bag” of non-toxic makeup and skincare supplies to use during the class for the fully interactive experience.
The course includes:
• Aromatherapy & guided breathing
• Skincare basics
• Self-care tips
• Makeup tutorials (including eyebrow shaping)
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“Come and enjoy this awesome experience and give yourself the pampering you deserve!”
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Take a peek at what you may experience:
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Patients must be under the care of a UCSF Cancer Center provider.
To find out more and pre-register: call 415-885-3693
This program is brought to you by the Donna Smith Fund at UCSF Health,
Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center
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Eating Well Through Cancer Treatment
Virtual Group Visit with Cancer Center Nutrition Counseling
March 3rd
1st Thursdays | 3:30 – 4:30 pm
These group visits are for UCSF patients and caregivers
We will address general information about healthy food options, food preparation, and eating to minimize symptoms related to cancer. Dietitians will cover the importance of nutrition and healthy eating during treatment.
Topics to help manage common side effects such as:
- Nausea and appetite problems
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Difficulty with swallowing or eating
- Managing weight in a healthy way
Please Note:
For patients with more intensive or individualized nutrition or treatment needs these general group visits may not be applicable. For a one-on-one nutrition counseling appointment please contact your UCSF oncology practice for a referral and scheduling.
Oncology Dietitian Facilitators:
- Greta Macaire, MA, RD, CSO
- Ayana Davis, MS, RD
- Anna Hom, MS, RD, CSO
Limited space is available
To register please contact your UCSF oncology practice
for a referral and scheduling.
For additional questions please call:
415-502-5547
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Sponsored by UCSF MERI Center |
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Resiliency for People
Living with Serious Illness
Tuesdays | 10:00 am – 11:00 am
April 5th – May 24th
Coming Soon
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Free 8-week online course
Open to all (UCSF/Non-UCSF community)
Resiliency for People with Serious Illness is a live-online program of eight weekly 60-minute classes. In each class, you will learn evidence-based skills to help make your self-care sustainable.
Teaching methods include brief lecture periods mixed with experiential exercises. You will also have opportunities to speak with others in structured break-out groups (pairs or triads) as well as in the larger group.
Each class will have its own theme and the opportunity to practice new skills in a safe place, so that they’re more available during the days ahead.
Group Themes:
- Attentional balance and grounding
- Repertoire of stress responses and meeting difficult emotions
- Positive intention-setting
- Mindful self-compassion
- Challenging relationships
- Re-framing chronic sorrow
- Balance and growth in adversity
- ‘What works for me?’ -- Wellness practice journals to cultivate a positive mindset
Facilitated by Judy Long, Chaplain, Educator of Symptom Management & MERI Center
Open to all (UCSF/non-UCSF community)
Please Pre-register for space is limited, click here.
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Sustainable Caregiving for Care Partners of People Living with Serious Illness
Tuesdays | 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
April 5th – May 24th
Coming Soon
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Free 8-week online course
Open to all (UCSF/Non-UCSF community)
Sustainable Caregiving for Care Partners of People with Serious Illness is a live-online program of eight weekly 90-minute classes. In each class, you will learn evidence-based skills to help make your caregiving sustainable..
Teaching methods include brief lecture periods mixed with experiential exercises. You will also have opportunities to speak with others in structured break-out groups (pairs or triads) as well as in the larger group.
Each class will have its own theme and the opportunity to practice new skills in a safe place, so that they’re more available during the days ahead.
Group Themes:
- Attentional balance and grounding
- Repertoire of stress responses and meeting difficult emotions
- Positive intention-setting
- Mindful self-compassion
- Challenging relationships
- Re-framing chronic sorrow
- Balance and growth in adversity
- ‘What works for me?’ -- Wellness practice journals to cultivate a positive mindset
Facilitated by Judy Long, Chaplain, Educator of Symptom Management & MERI Center
Open to all (UCSF/non-UCSF community)
Please Pre-register for space is limited, click here.
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Are You Living with Serious Illness?
Serious Illness Support Group
1st Tuesdays | 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
March 1st & April 5th
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This group is for those with serious illness to meet and to connect with others.
Our goal is to provide a safe place for you to explore:
• To freely say out loud and share what you are experiencing, thinking and feeling
• To listen and learn from each other: what helps, what hurts and what heals?
• To express your concerns about the impact your illness has on others and yourself
• To talk about sharing information and having conversations with your loved ones
Sessions are open to people with serious illness. Meetings held virtually via Zoom.
Link sent upon registration. Registration closes the day before the group.
Facilitated by Lacy Fetting, LCSW | Redwing Keyssar, RN | Judy Long, Chaplain.
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What Matters Most?
Two-part Advance Care Planning Workshop
Wednesdays
March 9th | 12:30 – 2:30 pm & 23rd | 12:30 – 1:30 pm
April 6th | 12:30 – 2:30 pm & April 20th | 12:30 – 1:30 pm
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This is a free two-part workshop offered throughout the year in advance care planning for patients, staff, and caregivers that enable you to:
• Create a personalized plan to honor your wishes
• Have your questions answered
• Complete your new or revised Advance Directive for Healthcare and have it notarized for free (in-person workshops only)
Session 1:
Learn about the Advance Directive Form, what questions to ask yourself and your family, things to consider about your wishes, and how to complete the form.
Session 2: (In person)
Bring your completed form to the workshop, ask any additional questions you or your family may have, and have your form notarized on-site at no cost to you.
Please plan on attending both meetings. This workshop is for people with a cancer diagnosis (including Non-UCSF patients) and their loved ones.
Led by Redwing Keyssar, RN, Author & Poet, of the UCSF MERI CENTER for
Education in Palliative Care
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Loss, Losing, Loosening
Poetic Medicine Group
Tuesdays | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
March 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th
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In these challenging times, it is important more than ever to express our feelings and connect to our own creativity and community. Join us in using poetry writing as self-care and to explore our feelings, fears, and hopes. This is an open group that will meet weekly. Come once, come every week; there is no commitment to join every week.
Each week we will:
• Use poem-making to explore your grief, whether you are grieving the loss of a
loved one or struggling due to this global pandemic
• Find healing through listening to poems read out loud and exploring how it makes us feel
• Create a supportive & caring community
You do not need to be a writer or poet to join.
All are welcome..(UCSF/Non-UCSF Community) Come when you can.
Led by Redwing Keyssar, RN, Author & Poet. Please pre-register at Eventbrite.
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2 Wednesdays | 10:30 am
March 9th & 23rd
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Poetic Medicine for the "Wounded Healer"
Many of us, whether we identify as being in the “healing arts” or not, have wounds that we understand as the foundation of our own ability to heal and to have compassion for others. In these sessions we will open to whatever it is we consider our own “wounded places” and allow our poem-making to be part of our healing process.
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The psychologist Carl Jung coined the concept of "The Wounded Healer." He took the insights of this Archetypal healing from Greek Mythology. Chiron, the wisest Centaur, was once inflicted with a severe physical wound. In his way to recovery, he found the goal of being a “Teacher of healing.” Many wise people have said, healing is not a process between the healer and the wounded. It’s a process of two equals. The teacher does heal the wounds, but the one who orchestrates it is the healer’s own experience of healing.
Redwing Keyssar, RN, Author & Poet, of the UCSF MERI CENTER for Education in Palliative Care will guide us in using poem-making to explore the concept of what it means to be a “wounded healer” and to find healing in our creative process together.
We will:
- Use poem-making to explore ideas about health and healing
- Create a supportive & caring community
“Everyone alive has suffered. It is the wisdom gained from our wounds and from our own experiences of suffering that makes us able to heal.”
~ Rachel Naomi Remen
Open to all (UCSF/non-UCSF community)
To Pre-register, please click here (then select a date).
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Food for Thought: Poetry Café
Fridays | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
March 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th
Weekly online poem-making gathering facilitated by Redwing Keyssar. We will provide a short guided meditation and music, listen to some poems, use word prompts, and allow poems to enter the realm of creativity through the art of "Poem-Making."
Come weekly or just once in a while.
You do not need to be a writer to join this supportive, creative, and healing community.
“Poetry is simply speaking the truth.
Each of us has a truth as unique as our own fingerprints”
~Dr. Rachel Naomi Remen, from Intro to Poetic Medicine by John Fox
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Open to all (UCSF/Non-UCSF community)
To Pre-register, please
For more information:
Call 415-509-8645 or
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Sponsored by
The Osher Center for Integrative Medicine
Laughter Yoga...Laughter is the Best Medicine
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Join us
Thursdays | 6:00 pm
Laughter is like a mini-vacation away from all your stresses and worries.
Join a fun group of laughter lovers.
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Laughter has been shown to:
- Boost your immune system with feel good hormones
- Release tension and stress
- Help manage pain
- Improve your mood and help you feel lighter
- Increase creativity, productivity and problem-solving skills
Looking forward to laughing with you!
Teresa Corrigan RN, MA, CLYT
Laughter Yoga Teacher UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Medicine
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Restorative Yoga for Patients Living with Cancer
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Mondays | 10:00 – 11:00 am
Restorative Yoga facilitates health and relaxation by supporting the body in easy and comfortable positions with props. You can use items available in your environment such as pillows, couch cushions, blankets, yoga blocks, and bolsters. You may benefit and improve the central nervous system, supports your digestion, and improves your mood and sleep.
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Please register to join the class – Click Here. You will receive the Zoom meeting information and a pass code unique to you. Hope you can join Marcia Degelman, CMT, and others, while in the comfort of your own home.
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Sponsored by UCSF Spiritual Care Services
Mid-Day Mindfulness – A Peaceful Pause for All
Monday – Friday | 12:00 – 12:15 pm
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This is a time for you to take a moment to breathe, reflect, and ground ourselves. No meditation experience necessary. It is only 15 minutes, just for you!
To attend online via Zoom
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Sponsored by UCSF Psycho-Oncology |
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Survivorship Wellness
Next Orientation: Monday | 3:00 - 4:00 pm (2nd Mondays)
8-week program: Mondays | 1:30 - 3:00 pm (rolling)
Online, via Zoom
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If you are a UCSF patient who has finished active cancer treatment, please join us for an orientation to our Survivorship Wellness program. This 8-week interdisciplinary program will help you focus on optimizing health and wellness after cancer treatment. Learn how to set personal goals and practice skills in: nutrition, exercise, stress management, sleep, goal-setting, sexual wellness, emotional wellness, and spiritual wellness.
Open to UCSF patients who are no longer in active treatment for cancer. Most insurance plans are accepted.
Registration is required. To learn more or to register, call 415-353-3931. For more Details
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Sponsored by
UCSF Osher Center
for Integrative Medicine
Integrative Cancer Care Group Visits
Tuesdays 10:00am - 12:00pm
Upcoming Dates:
March 22nd, April 5th, & April 19th
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3 Part Group Visit Series
Leading cancer and integrative medicine specialist Dr. Donald Abrams, former chief of Hematology and Oncology at San Francisco General Hospital and leader at UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at Mount Zion, is sought after by cancer patients around the world. This 3-visit series covers cancer nutrition, plant therapies and non-traditional medicine.
Interested?
UCSF Patients receiving treatment for cancer and/or patients with metastatic cancer can be referred by their oncologist or nurse to Dr. Abrams' Osher Group Medical Visits (Referral Order #374). Most insurance is accepted.
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SUPPORTING YOU WITH OTHERS |
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UCSF Support Groups are open to UCSF and Non-UCSF Patients
MUST BE A CALIFORNIA RESIDENCE TO PARTICIPATE
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2nd & 4th Tuesdays
5:30 – 7:00 pm
For Zoom and more information,
please call the Facilitators at:
415-514-6338
Ted Scheel, LCSW, MPH
Lacy Fetting, LCSW
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Husbands & Significant Others
Support Group
This group is for men whose wives or partners
are dealing with cancer.
The group offers a safe place (a confidential zoom setting) to share feelings and feel supported by other men with similar experiences.
You will discuss positive ways of dealing with your partner's cancer. Also, you will find mutual emotional support and encouragement.
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2nd Wednesdays | 5:30 – 7:00 pm
This is a support group for all who offer emotional and practical support to a loved one with cancer.
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The group offers a safe place (a confidential zoom setting) to share outlooks and feel supported by others dealing with similar experiences. You will learn tools to cope with the emotional and physical aspects of caring for a loved one, find ways of nurturing yourself, and renew hope. The group is open to UCSF and Non-UCSF caregivers.
Please call the facilitator, Chiara Leifer, MSW, for zoom information: 415-353-9874.
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Patient & Family
Cancer Support Center
Welcome and Support Program
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The UCSF Welcome and Support Program is here to support you! The volunteers are good listeners and able to answer your questions and direct you to the wide range of support services available to you:
- Support Groups and Peer Support
- Wellness Programs
- Online Resources
- Nutrition & Exercise Services
- Connecting you to your assigned Social Worker
The Welcome and Support Program volunteers are compassionate, resourceful, and proactive individuals bringing their training and life experiences to help support you.
To reach one of our trained volunteers call the volunteer line at 415-885-3693, then press 5. Leave a clear message and a volunteer will return your call.
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Head & Neck Cancer Education & Support Groups
3rd Thursdays | 5:30 – 6:30 pm
This group offers a safe place (a confidential zoom setting) to share outlooks and feel supported by others dealing with similar experiences. You will learn tools to cope with the emotional and physical aspects of Head and Neck cancer. The group is open to UCSF and Non-UCSF patients and caregivers.
(Alternate months will have a speaker and topic)
Next group meeting:
March 17th | Speaker: A representative from the UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Medicine
April 21st | Support Group
Facilitators: Ted Scheel, LCSW, MPH & Cara Evans, MS, CCC-SLP
For more information or to RSVP
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Women's Anal Cancer Support Group
1st Tuesdays | 5:00 – 6:30 pm
This group offers a safe place (via zoom) just for women to share experiences and feelings around the effects of anal cancer as they are supported by others.
Facilitator: Nancy Rothschild, LMFT
For more information or to RSVP
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Brain Tumor Support Group
1st Wednesdays | 6:30 – 8:00pm
A group for patients, family members and caregivers to share their experiences and concerns, and to learn from each other.
Contact: Mary Lovely, PhD, RN, CNRN
415-990-4461
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Brain Tumor Caregivers
Support Group
2nd Wednesdays | 6:30 – 8:00pm
An emotional support group that is facilitated by our neuro-oncology social worker. Open to caregivers of UCSF neuro-oncology patients only.
Contact: Marielle Woodall
415-514-5674
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Grief Support
By the Bay & UCSF Supports You!
Everyone experiences grief in their own way. We create a confidential, safe place where you can feel comforted and understood, while learning to manage the changes and challenges that come with all types of loss — illness, age, sudden or accidental death, and more.
All of our grief support activities are open to the community
at-large. Call (415) 526-5699 to register or for more information. Also visit our website By the Bay Health
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Virtual Weekly Grief Support Group
Tuesdays | 12:30 – 1:30 pm
Want to see what grief support is all about, without the multi-week commitment?
Then this group is ideal.
8-Week Groups
Spousal/Partner Loss: Thursdays, Mar 3rd – Apr 21st| 6:00 – 7:30 pm
The death of a spouse or partner can find you unprepared to face the future alone. Join with others to share your grief and learn new skills to cope with the profound changes in your life.
Parental Loss for Adults: Mondays, Mar 14th - May 2nd | 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Whether anticipated or not, the death of a parent can greatly impact us. In this group for adults, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with others who can relate to your experience. Pre-registration and telephone intake required.
Writing Through Grief: Thursdays, Feb 10th - Mar 31st | 2:00 – 3:30 pm
NEW! Whether your loved one has died from a lengthy illness or from an unexpected cause, grief can impact us in a myriad of ways. We will use the writing process as a tool to examine loss and the transformative aspects of grief. No previous creative writing experience is necessary. Pre-registration required and telephone intake required.
One-Time Offer
Grief for Seniors 60 and Older: Tuesday, Mar 15th | 10:00 – 11:30 am
Grieving the death of a loved one is often one of many losses we experience as we age. Join with other seniors to consider ways of finding strength and resilience, as we continue to rediscover ourselves and our evolving identity. Pre-registration required.
Exploring the Inner Landscape of Grief: Wednesday, Mar 30th | 6:00 – 7:00 pm
NEW! Grief can involve many different and unexpected thoughts and emotions. Your grief journey is unique to you. Join us in exploring the inner landscape of grief through guided meditation, art process and journaling, grief education and sharing in a supportive environment. Pre-registration required.
Please register latest by 5 pm the day prior to group.
We will provide you with the password-protected zoom link for the meeting.
As a courtesy to your fellow group attendees, please log in promptly.
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Greta's Recipe of the Month |
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Ingredients:
- 3 cups lightly packed arugula
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- ¾ tsp sea salt
- 1 can (15 oz) white cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium tomato, seeded and diced
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Directions:
- In a food processor, combine arugula, lemon juice and zest, garlic and salt. Process until nearly smooth, using a spatula to wipe down the sides of the bowl.
- Add the beans and pulse until the mixture is combined but still somewhat chunky in texture. Stir in diced tomato.
- Serve with your favorite whole grain crackers or vegetables.
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Are you a UCSF cancer patient and have some nutrition concerns?
Note: One-on-one Nutrition Counseling is available at no cost to UCSF cancer patients, via zoom (video visit) or telephone, by scheduling through your oncologist office/team.
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Our exercise counselor, Jane Clark, CET, suggest the following exercise for you to work on for strength.
Are you a UCSF cancer patient looking to
regain strength or range of motion?
All UCSF cancer patients are eligible for free one-on-one
Please refer to your oncology department
to make an appointment. (Now available via Zoom)
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Don’t miss the opportunity to add a simple and effective exercise!
No equipment needed! Can be done anywhere with BIG value!
Feet Exercises
It's TIME to Treat Your Feet!
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When is the last time you did something nice for your feet?
They sure do a lot for you! Incorporating strength and/or flexibility activities can improve gait, balance, and circulation! Below are two ideas.
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Towel Scrunching:
- Rest your foot flat on the floor on top of a towel
- Scrunch your toes to try and lift the towel off the floor. Keep the heel in contact with the floor throughout
- Spend 1-2 minutes doing this
- This can be challenging when you first begin: practice, practice, practice!
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Tennis or golf ball massage:
- Sit up straight in a chair with feet flat on the floor, and place your ball on the floor
- Lay one foot on the ball and move it around, pressing down as hard as is comfortable. The ball should be massaging the bottom of the foot, the heel, and then the toes.
- Continue for 2 minutes, then repeat steps on the other foot.
(A frozen bottle of water can be used as a soothing alternative and reduce swelling)
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Remember - ALWAYS listen to your body and STOP if something doesn't feel right.
"Pain is not part of the process."
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Have fun and stay safe & healthy!
Here's to making a stronger YOU!
~Jane
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Equipment/Supply Exchange Program + Resources |
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Striving to enrich the lives of those living with home intravenous nutrition and tube feeding through education, advocacy, and networking. |
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The Oley Foundation is here for you. Please note: As we work through this national crisis together, Oley staff and volunteers remain committed to handling donations and requests for supplies. You may experience a delay in response as we all try to navigate these changing times. As always, we are here to answer any questions.
Shipping Options
Below are links to recommend shipping organizations.
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USPS Priority Flat Rate is the preferred shipping method (especially for heavy items like formula) because USPS Flat Rate does not charge for shipping based on weight - it's a fixed fee based on the size of the package.
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Averitt Express or (800) 283-7488. Averitt operates at 143 locations and serves thousands of points throughout the Southern United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
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UPS or (800) 742-5877
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FedEx or (800) 463-3339
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Make a Difference
or Receive Support
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The Oley Foundation
Albany Medical Center, MC-28
99 Delaware Avenue
Delmar, NY 12054
518-262-5079
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Community Programs & Resources |
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Upcoming Webinars:
Ask the Expert:
Mindset
Tuesday, March 1st | 4:00 PM PST
Join us with Mindfulness Expert Margaret Fletcher who will summarize key points from the Mindset module of the Anticancer Lifestyle Program. She will also review and answer questions from the audience. Please note that completion of the Mindset module is not required - however, it’s highly recommended—you’ll get a lot more out of the Q&A that way.
If you have a question for Deborah, feel free to submit it in advance by emailing info@anticancerlifestyle.org, or ask your question live during the Ask the Expert.
Facilitator: Margaret Fletcher, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Expert
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The Non-Toxic Home:
A Room-by-Room Guide
Tuesday, March 15th | 11:00 AM PST
Most of us think that if a product is allowed on the market, it must be safe. Unfortunately, due to lack of effective regulation, many products in our homes contain harmful chemicals. Going room-by-room, Environment expert Deborah de Moulpied will identify key areas of concern and provide simple solutions you can use to create a safer home.
Facilitator: Deborah de Moulpied, Environment Expert
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Gut Health:
What is it & How to Improve It
Tuesday, April 19th | 11:00 AM PST
Your gut is home to trillions of bacterial cells, fungi, and viruses—all of which make up your gut “microbiome”. These microbes play a critical role in your health, affecting digestion, immune function, weight regulation, and more. Dr. Jennifer McQuade of MD Anderson Cancer Center, will discuss ways that gut microbiome affects our overall health, risk of cancer, response of cancer treatments; and how choices we make impact the microbiome and immune system.
Facilitator: Dr. Jennifer McQuade, MD Anderson Cancer Center
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Jin Shin Jyutsu Self-Help
Tuesday, March 1st | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Learn simple finger pressure applications to your body to strengthen energy and support healing.
Facilitated by: Kathy O'Hare, Instructor
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A Garden of Books Book Club
Thursday, March 3rd | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Books can be inspiring, supportive, thought provoking, renewing, moving and phenomenal.
In this group we find support for our struggles and our victories through the written word.
Upcoming book:
City of Light, by Lauren Belfer
Facilitated by: Steve Marks, MSc .
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African Drumming
Thursday, March 17th | 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Experience this way to get “good vibrations,” boosting immune function and metabolism. Patricia, a talented musician, creates a fun, experiential class.
Facilitated by: Patricia Frame
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Register here for the above offerings and to receive Zoom information.
For movement classes, support groups, events,
and more view the online calendar.
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Balancing Work & Cancer Webinars:
Networking
Wednesday, March 2nd | 3:00 PM PT
Networking is one of the most important aspects of job search—and professional development—whether done in-person or virtually and from a distance. We often think of networking as having an in-person conversation, but the good news is there is way more to it than that. In this new session, learn tactics for developing and nurturing productive relationships that will benefit you now and in the future.
Facilitator: Julie Jansen, Executive Coach and Author | Register here
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Cancer and Careers’ 9th Annual Midwest Conference
on Work & Cancer
Registration is now open – A day of learning and making connections.
Friday, March 25th, 2022 | 9 AM – 4 PM CST / 7 AM – 2 PM PST
This free, daylong event will explore the complexities of balancing treatment and recovery with employment and is open to patients, survivors, caregivers, healthcare professionals, advocates, employers/HR and anyone else touched by cancer.
Topics Covered:
- Communicating effectively
- Balancing treatment and work
- Making disclosure decisions
- Job search
- Body confidence/self-confidence
- Enhancing skills
- ...and more!
Topics are being added and are subject to change
View upcoming webinars:
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BeFit for the New Year
Thursday, March 3rd, April 7th | 5:30 – 7:00 pm
Kick off the New Year with this three-part series of exercise classes designed to address the specific challenges that one may face after treatment for breast or ovarian cancer. Exercises will include range of motion, balance, overall total body strength, and tips on how to use household items to improve strength.
The remaining series will include:
- Class #2: BeFit – Stride
- Class #3: BeFit – Stretch
Facilitator: Vicki McGrath, ACSM-EP-C, HFD, CET, EIM | Register Here
Brain Health after Chemotherapy
Thursday, March 10th | 1:00 – 2:30 pm (Space is limited)
Chemotherapy may impact memory, attention, processing speed, multitasking, and problem-solving. Dr. Oxana Palesh from Stanford Medicine's Cancer Survivorship Research Team will discuss chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment, steps that may help combat it, and an exciting research study in the field. Impairment, steps that may help combat it, and an exciting research study in the field.
See Calendar of Events Here:
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Daily Weekday
Nature Meditations
An Online Practice Group, via Zoom
Mondays - Fridays | 7:30 - 8:15 am
(Donations welcome)
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Every weekday morning, mindfulness teachers/instructors will lead a nature-oriented, guided meditation session for anyone. Sessions include a short talk, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation.
Morning meditation can help one wake up and begin the day feeling more centered, focused, and uplifted, and the natural world can inspire our practice. Attendees are welcome to participate from any peaceful environment, ideally in nature or with a view of nature.
Instructors:
Mark Coleman, Rachelle Calvert, Diethild Simon, Nina Horne Odin Zackman
To learn more about the instructors and to register:
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Support for Children & Teens
Who has a Parent with Cancer
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Today our children and teens communicate differently.
Find what works best for your family.
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Facebook | My Parent Has Cancer and It Really Sucks
First, know that there are an estimated 1 million other US teenagers with
a parent who has cancer. Teens supporting teens can make a difference.
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American Cancer Society: “Helping Children When a Family Member Has Cancer”
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National Cancer Institute: “When Your Parent Has Cancer: A Guide for Teens”
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MD Anderson Center: “When a parent has cancer: Helping teens and kids cope”
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Women’s Cancer Resource Center “WCRC” to provide direct services
to women with cancer, and to advocate for changes in the health care system.
Free Therapy Sessions with Women's Cancer Resource Center's
Licensed Therapists:
Cancer diagnosis and treatment can be challenging. While the journey can be a long road, we offer compassionate assistance along the way. We match eligible clients with one of our professionally licensed therapists for 12 sessions.
In response to public health and safety issues related to COVID-19, this program is being conducted via telehealth platform (video chat or phone). We understand that mental wellness is an important part of one's overall health. Brief term work can help clients prioritize personal goals, support emotional release of stress, and successfully identify techniques for coping and opportunities for emotional healing. Our Program is available for women and non-binary individuals, who make less than $30,000 per year and uninsured clients and couples.
To see if our Free Therapy Program is a proper fit for your counseling needs, or if you have general questions about the program, please call 510-809-0216 and leave a message.
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WCRC also provides a range of services to support women (and their families) throughout their cancer journey: navigation, emergency financial assistance, free therapy, support groups (like Sister-to-Sister, Latinx services), wellness workshops such as Belly Dancing, Tai Chi, Meditation, Coloring Club, Art Journaling, Writing for Wellness, Craft Club...and the list goes on!
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Multiple Myeloma Support for SF Bay Area
Myeloma Support Group
3rd Saturdays 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Virtual
We're here to help patients, their families, and loved ones. Multiple myeloma need not be seen as a death sentence, but rather a disease to be managed. Education and support are key. We have newly diagnosed patients as well as patients diagnosed more than 10 years ago. We share what we know about myeloma diagnosis, symptoms, markers, treatments, side-effects, clinical trials, quality of life, and many other topics of interest.
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Financial Assistance
Available Now!
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Patient Financial Assistance team is dedicated to removing barriers to care by providing financial support to blood cancer patients. Our Co-Pay Assistance Program assists with out-of-pocket expenses up to $11,000, depending on disease fund.
Covered Expenses Include:
- NEW! Treatment-related scans, labs & tests
- Private & public medical insurance premiums
- Treatment-related co-pays, deductibles, co-insurance & Medicaid spend-down
- Treatment-related drugs, chemotherapy & supportive medications
Questions?
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Meditative Hiking
Explore the outdoors and be present to the flow of conscious awareness in and around you. Meditative walks or 'mindfulness hikes' are a special opportunity for embodied walking, self-observation, mindful movement, reflection, lightheartedness, and building intra & interpersonal community.
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March Locations are coming soon:
Below are the usual locations, but may vary.
Please email the Facilitator or visit the website for details.
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Mountain Lake to Baker Beach, round trip. Meet at the NE corner of the tennis courts, which are approximately 30 meters North of the intersection at Lake Street and 12th Avenue in San Francisco.
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Park Presidio (round trip) meet in the parking lot at 300 Finley Road, San Francisco.
- Glen Canyon Park to Cole Valley (one-way), meet at the corner of Elk and Chenery Streets in San Francisco. Public transportation is suggested for this hike. You can also utilize BART, MUNI, or Uber when arriving or when concluding our hike.
Cost: Donation based. A suggested donation of $10-20
Email to confirm dates and times: Email James Mitchell or text/call: 415-290-6718.
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JAM4JOY Zumba Classes
Daily classes | See virtual and outdoor schedule below
JAM4JOY is a non-profit organization founded by Zumba instructors Judy Young and Angie Shin, who have been teaching together since 2015. JAM4JOY Zumba classes are offered for FREE or donations are gladly accepted. It is our mission to bring people together in community in a healthy way, to reduce isolation, and to educate about and support important causes impacting our community. Donations received for our classes, after expenses are sent to local organizations.
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(Due to the Holiday Season dates may vary. Please email to confirm)
VIRTUAL CLASSES:
- Mondays: 12:00 noon PT
- Tuesdays: 5:30 pm PT
- Wednesdays: 12:00 noon PT
- Thursdays: 5:30 pm PT
- Fridays: 12:00 noon PT
- Saturdays: 9:00 am PT
IN-PERSON OUTDOOR CLASS:
Sundays: 10:00 am PT (Berkeley, CA)
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Join JAM4JOY: Sign up now to get the weekly updates and zoom links
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"How to Cancer"
Epic Experience just released the “How to Cancer” video series on YouTube. This subscription is for patients, caregivers, etc. The mission of this video series is to empower the cancer community of what to expect through a cancer diagnosis. We will be covering all topics from diagnosis through survivorship to ensure we are giving the cancer community all the knowledge we can to empower them through their cancer journey.
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Low Impact Exercise Classes
Tuesdays & Thursdays
We also have ongoing weekly workouts. These Low Impact Training Classes are free of charge for survivors, caregivers, and health professionals.
Partnering with: Low Impact/Intensity Training (LIT)
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Can You Find the 5 Differences? |
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The answers will be revealed next month |
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Online Resources and Activities |
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COVID Information Resources
Well-Being Resources
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12 Free Psychotherapy Sessions for low-income women with cancer from WCRC
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COVID-19 and Cancer Patient Support Group by CancerCare
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Healing Circles Global, with Commonweal
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Resources for Coping with COVID-19, by Living Beyond Breast Cancer
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The HeartMath Experience, to ease stress and increase your resilience
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Managing Fear During Coronavirus, SurvivorNet video with UCSF's Dr. Dianne Shumay
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Resources to Support Your Mental Health During Covid-19, from UCSF Psychiatry
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How To Stay Resilient And Mentally Healthy During The Coronavirus Outbreak, NPR interview with UCSF's Dr. Elissa Epel
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Healthy at Home: Tips for Wellness and Balance, by UCSF Campus Life Services
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Coping with Quarantine, recording with Rick Hanson, PhD
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B-Well Together: Wellbeing Breaks, by Salesforce
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Guide to Well-Being During Coronavirus, by Greater Good Science Center
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Six Daily Questions to Ask Yourself During Quarantine, by Greater Good Science Center
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Mission Hospice and Homecare Events
Online Mindfulness / Meditation
Live:
Recorded:
Online Movement Classes
Live:
Recorded:
Online Education and Enrichment
Videos on Cancer
Movies and Talks
Museum and Cultural Tours
Concerts
Making Art
Online Classes
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(Click preferred language or link above for all versions of the Guidebook)
For a printed copy, please call: 415-885-3693
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For more support services click below |
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With Gratitude to the Donna Smith Fund |
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Our support groups are made possible in part by a generous donation from the Donna Smith Fund. Donna Smith was a woman of indomitable spirit, who met her cancer diagnosis with personal strength and dignity, with the support of her family and friends. Throughout her illness, Donna encountered many patients who did not have the same benefit of financial and family support systems; consequently, she found the physical and emotional suffering of her fellow patients intolerable. Despite her own deteriorating health, Donna and her family were moved by the plight of these patients, and they established the Donna Smith Fund to help them gain access to special resources and programs that might ease their burden.
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1600 Divisadero Street, Suite B-101,
San Francisco, CA 94115
415-885-3693
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