Support Groups
New Dimensions - Women's General Cancer Support Group
This group is for any woman with a diagnosis of cancer. Members may join before, during, and after treatment. All concerns of the cancer patient will be addressed. Spouse and family members are welcome.
Second and fourth Tuesday of each month
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Location:
11185 Mountain View Ave. Suite 157, Loma Linda, California 92354
For more information or directions, please CLICK HERE to contact the Cancer Resource Center.
Prostate Cancer Support Group
This group is for men with a diagnosis of prostate cancer. Members may join before, during, or after treatment. The group will focus on all concerns affecting the patient's life. Family members are welcome.
Every Wednesday
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Loma Linda University Campus Cafeteria
11141 Anderson Street, Loma Linda, CA 92350
For more information or directions, please call CLICK HERE to contact the Cancer Resource Center.
"The Lebed Method"
Focus on Healing Through Therapeutic Exercise and Movement to Music
This program is especially designed for anyone (all adult ages) who has experienced breast cancer (pre- or post-operative) and is also beneficial for anyone with chronic health conditions such as other types of cancer, diabetes, fibromyalgia syndrome, rheumatoid conditions, chronic fatigue, depression, etc. Appropriate for all levels of fitness, the program provides a supportive and safe environment.
Benefits include:
Increases range of motion, upper body mobility, energy
Facilitates release of frozen shoulder
Assists in structural rebalance of body
Promotes positive self image
Fosters empowerment
Reduces depression
Classes on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
The class sessions are taught in 8-week increments, and there is no cost to attend the class.
For more information or to register, please call: Tamie Vasquez at (909) 558-3391 or email at tvasquez@llu.edu.
Caregiver Support Group
(Open group, reservations not required)
Time: 6-8pm, 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month.
Location: Cancer Center Conference Room , Schumann Pavilion, "A" level
Facilitator: Talolo Lepale, MSW, MBA x42424
Who can attend: Support persons (non-patient)
Childcare: None
General Information:
Avoid caregiver burnout
Meet face-to-face with other caregivers
Share emotions and experiences
Seek and give advice
Exchange practical information with others
Become more familiar with local resources and challenges
Have a chance to make new friends
Reservations not required
Men's Cancer Support Group
(Open group, reservations not required)
Time: 6-8pm, 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month.
Location: Cancer Center Conference Room , Schumann Pavilion, "A" level
Facilitator: Talolo Lepale, MSW, MBA x42424
Who can attend: Men dealing with Cancer (patient only)
Childcare: None
General Information:
Led by a male facilitator
comfortable open environment
share hopes, challenges and everyday victories living with cancer
Seek and give advice
Exchange practical information with others
Become more familiar with local resources
Have a chance to make new friends and expand your support system