March Community Calendar Advisory

Tuesday, February 26, 2008

ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic's Stephen and Barbara Slaggie Family Cancer Education Center invites you to include the following educational programs, events and support groups on your community calendars. These activities are designed for patients who have cancer, their family members and friends, and supporters of cancer care and research. No advance registration is necessary, unless noted. For more information, call the Cancer Education Center at (507) 266-9288 or visit www.mayoclinic.org/cancer-education-rst.

PUBLIC EVENT

Marching Toward Cancer Prevention: Pathways to Prevention Health Fair
The Pathways to Prevention Health Fair will be filled with hands-on, interactive exhibits for the entire family to learn about cancer prevention, screening and treatment. Features include "Check Your Insides Out" exhibit including a giant walk-through colon; the Dr. Scientificus and the Healthy Habits Kids puppet show; and games and treats. For more information, contact Sheryl Ness at (507) 266-4855 or ness.sheryl@mayo.edu.

Date/Time: Saturday, March 29, 2008: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester

CHEMOTHERAPY

What You Need to Know about Chemotherapy
Nurse educators provide information about chemotherapy side effects and resources for patients undergoing chemotherapy.

Date/Time: Tuesdays – 3 to 4 p.m.; Thursdays – 1 to 2 p.m.
Location: Stephen and Barbara Slaggie Family Cancer Education Center, Gonda Building, street level

CLINICAL TRIALS INFORMATION

Let's Talk About Clinical Research
A 30-minute question-and-answer session for individuals considering clinical research participation. Family members and the public are welcome to attend.

Date: Thursdays
Time: 8:30 to 9 a.m.
Location: Judd Auditorium, Mayo Building, subway level

EXPERT LECTURES

PaLS: Participation, Learning, Support
This interactive series allows patients and staff to meet experts within their realm of care.

Topic: Feeling Better Through Laughter
Speaker: Kelli Fee-Schroeder, R.N.
Date: Tuesday, March 25
Time: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Location: Stephen and Barbara Slaggie Family Cancer Education Center, Gonda Building, street level

NUTRITION

Nutrition During and After Cancer Treatment
Registered dietitians will explain and answer questions about poor appetite, weight loss, nausea and related topics.

Date: Mondays and Fridays
Time: 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Location: Stephen and Barbara Slaggie Family Cancer Education Center, Gonda Building, street level

Questions about Nutrition
During this drop-in session, participants will have the opportunity to ask a registered dietitian specific nutrition questions.

Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Location: Room 10-170 (visitor's lounge), Gonda Building, tenth floor

SUPPORT

Breast Cancer Support Group
Women with breast cancer meet to share their experiences and emotions.

Date: Wednesday, March 5
Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Sandra J. Schulze American Cancer Society Hope Lodge, 411 Second St. N.W., Rochester, (800) 227-2345

Brighter Tomorrows
This support group offers a meeting place for parents of children with cancer to gather and communicate, share experiences and gain strength from one another. Includes a light meal and organized children's activities. Contact Liz Canan at (507) 287-9805 for more information.

Date: Tuesday, March 4
Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Ronald McDonald House, 850 Second St. S.W., Rochester

Cancer Caregivers Conversation
Friends and families caring for patients who have cancer are encouraged to attend this support group.

Date/Time: Thursday, March 6 – 10 to 11 a.m.; Monday, March 17 – 7 to 8 p.m.
Location: Sandra J. Schulze American Cancer Society Hope Lodge, 411 Second St. N.W., Rochester, (800) 227-2345

Compassionate Friends
This self-help organization offers friendship and understanding to bereaved parents and siblings. Contact Warren Anderson at (507) 255-4042 for more information.

Date: Tuesday, March 11
Time: 7 to 9 p.m.
Location: Redeemer Lutheran Church, 869 Seventh Ave. S.E., Rochester

Financial Questions
A social worker is available to answer questions regarding financial assistance, disability, prescription drug insurance and related topics.

Date: Thursdays
Time: 2 to 3 p.m.
Location: Stephen and Barbara Slaggie Family Cancer Education Center, Gonda Building, street level

Multiple Myeloma Sharing Sessions
Patients with multiple myeloma and their families are encouraged to attend this informal support group. Contact Eve Friedli at (507) 259-3979 for more information.

Date: Saturday, March 15
Time: 10 a.m. to noon
Location: Gift of Life Transplant House, 705 Second St. S.W., Rochester

Prostate Cancer Support Group
Patients with prostate cancer and their families are invited to this support group, which includes informal discussion and speakers. Contact Dolores Moore at (507) 284-2691 for more information.

Date: Wednesday, March 12
Time: Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Location: Room 1-507, Baldwin Building, street level

Providing Spiritual Support
A chaplain is available to listen to patients' and caregivers' concerns, offer emotional support and assist with spiritual needs.

Date: Wednesdays
Time: 1 to 2 p.m.
Location: Stephen and Barbara Slaggie Family Cancer Education Center, Gonda Building, street level

WELLNESS AND RELAXATION

Creative Renewal: Workshops for Wellness
These interactive workshops provide participants with unique outlets for expression in a reflective, supportive environment that fosters learning. Workshops are held Thursdays, and topics vary.

Date: Thursdays
Time: 11 a.m. to noon
Location: Stephen and Barbara Slaggie Family Cancer Education Center, Gonda Building, street level

Topic: Utilizing Music for Pain Management
Date: March 6

Topic: Tea: Types, Traditions and Beliefs
Date: March 13

Topic: T-ai Chi Chih
Date: March 20

Topic: Body Sending, Body Picturing, Body Talking
Date: March 27

Releasing Stress and Renewing Energy
This session provides participants with tools for relaxation and renewal for physical, emotional, mental or spiritual needs.

Date: Wednesdays
Time: 11 a.m. to noon
Location: Stephen and Barbara Slaggie Family Cancer Education Center, Gonda Building, street level

For more information on programs and services offered at Mayo Clinic's Stephen and Barbara Slaggie Family Cancer Education Center at Mayo Clinic, visit www.mayoclinic.org/cancer-education-rst.

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