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Having the support of others while
going through cancer treatment can be an important
part of the overall healing process for patients and
caregivers. Participating in a group with people who
are undergoing a similar situation can make a
significant contribution in restoring a sense of
well-being.
Our patient support services staff are involved in
several support groups. For a complete listing or
for other resources, please call 479-361-5847.
A Place for Us: Caregivers
Support Group
This group will focus on the special challenges
and opportunities faced by those who care for a
cancer patient. It is open to all caregivers and
meets the third Wednesday of each month at Hope
Cancer Resources. For more information, call Lisa
Manzini-Pace, LCSW at 479-361-5847 or 800-394-0249.
Art/Survivor’s Circle
Art therapy group meets the 1st and 3rd Monday
every month at the Cancer Support Home in
Fayetteville. Contact the Washington Regional Cancer
Support Home at 479-521-8024.
Been There
Local network of cancer survivors who volunteer
to provide one-on-one support for newly diagnosed
patients. Contact: Christy Scarrow, LSW –
479-361-5847
Blood Cancers Group
2nd Tuesday Every Month at Hope Cancer
Resources, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Contact: Meredith Kinsey, BSW – 479-361-5847
CLIMB – Children’s Lives
Include Moments of Bravery
For children ages 6-12 who have a parent or other
adult loved one with cancer. Registration is
required for this six week group. Contact Hope
Cancer Resources at 479-361-5847 for more
information.
Coping and Conversation
Anyone with a cancer diagnosis and their caregiver
are welcome every Wednesday at noon at the
Washington Regional Cancer Support Home in
Fayetteville.
Contact the Washington Regional Cancer Support Home
at 479-521-8024.
Faithful Friends
Breast cancer support group that meets on the
3rd Monday of every month at 11:30 a.m. Contact:
479-756-1700 for location and more information.
Lung Cancer Group
Open to lung cancer patients and their
caregivers. It meets the 3rd Thursday every month at
Highlands Oncology Group in Fayetteville at 5:00
p.m.
Contact: Adela Martinez, LSW – 479-361-5847 or Lisa
Russell, RN – 479-587-1700
Arkansas Prostate Cancer
Foundation Peer Network Northwest
The Peer Network is a completely private and
confidential setting for prostate cancer survivors
to get together to discuss prostate cancer-related
issues. It meets the third Tuesday of each month,
6:00-7:00 p.m. at the Springdale Country Club. For
more information, call 501-748-1249.
Prostate Cancer Group
Supports men diagnosed with prostate cancer and
their partners. This group meets the 4th Tuesday
every month at Community Church in Bella Vista,
4:00-5:00 p.m.
Contact: Diane Krolikowsi - 479-855-1411
SPOHNC – Support for People
with Oral, Head & Neck Cancers
This group meets the 3rd Saturday every month at
10:00 a.m. at the Cancer Support Home at
Fayetteville. Contact: Jack Igleburger –
479-876-1051 or 479-586-4807
Upbeats
Support group for women with cancer meeting the
1st Wednesday every month at Papa Mike’s in the
Kingsdale Complex in Bella Vista. Contact: Karen
Willis – 479-855-6575
Young Survivors
For young women coping with a cancer diagnosis.
This group meets the last Thursday every month at
5:30 p.m. at the Washington Regional Cancer Support
Home in Fayetteville.
Contact the Washington Regional Cancer Support Home
at 479-521-8024.
Women with Cancer Group
2nd Monday Every Month at the Cancer Support
Home in Bentonville, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Contact the Washington Regional Cancer Support Home
at 479-271-2257. |
