Three cancer support groups are held monthly for patients with all types of cancer, their families and friends: the General Cancer, Breast Cancer and Prostate Cancer Support Groups.
The General Cancer Support Group is open to adults, 18 and over, cancer patients and their care givers. Participation in the group is available not only to Ochsner cancer patients but also to cancer patients from the larger community. The format of the group consists of lecture followed by a supportive group discussion. Topics focus on the needs and interests of cancer patients and their families. The discussion is facilitated by an Oncology certified social worker and nurse. Refreshments are provided and parking is free.
Location and time: Ochsner Medical Center Cardiology Conference Room (3rd Floor, Main Clinic). Parking is complimentary. The group meets from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Call (504) 842-3708 for more information or to have your name placed on the mailing list for this group.
General Cancer Support Group 2012 Schedule
January 12th*
February 12th
March 1st
April 12th
May 3rd
June 7th*
July 12th
August 2nd
September 6th*
October 4th
November 8th
December 6th*
The Breast Cancer Support Group is offered free to all breast cancer patients and their support persons. During the first hour, a guest speaker makes a presentation on a topic such as diagnostic mammograms, relaxation techniques or the controversy surrounding hormone therapy after breast cancer. A fashion show or a demonstration of upper arm exercises or other topics chosen by the group add variety and humor to the programs. The second hour is a group discussion, often triggered by the theme of the speaker, but ranging afield to the influence of cancer on relationships, family life and personal goals. Parking is free and refreshments are provided.
Location and time:
• The Lieselotte Tansey Breast Center (across Jefferson Highway from the Ochsner Clinic Foundation Main Campus). This group meets from 6:00-7:30 pm. Call (504) 842-3708 for more information or to have your name placed on the mailing list for this group.
• Ochsner Clinic Baton Rouge: First Tuesday of every month, 6:30-8:30 pm. Call (225) 761-5296 for more information or to have your name placed on the mailing list for this group.
Breast Cancer Support Group - New Orleans 2012 Schedule
January 12th*
February 7th
March 13th
April 10th
May 8th*
June 7th*
July 10th
August 14th
September 6th*
October 9th
November 13th
December 6th*
The Prostate Support Group targets men who have a diagnosis of prostate cancer and encourages spouses/significant others to attend as well. The group is structured to present a speaker every other month while allowing for group interaction on alternative months. Group members suggest topics of interest. The group is professionally led by a Masters prepared Social Worker and two Urology Nurses. US TOO, a non-profit organization, provides information by specialists in the various fields related to prostate cancer such as surgery, radiation, medicine, nutrition and psychology. Refreshments and free parking are provided. The group is free and open to all prostate cancer patients and their support persons.
Location and time: Ochsner Medical Center Brent House meeting rooms. This group meets from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Parking is complimentary. Call (504) 842-3708 for more information or to have your name placed on the mailing list for this group.
Prostate Cancer Support Group 2012 Schedule
January 12th*
February 9th
March 8th
April 19th
May 10th
June 7th*
July 19th
August 9th
September 6th*
October 11th
November 15th
December 6th*
*Please note: Dates with an * indicate a combined group for the month (Prostate, Breast and General cancer support groups.)
