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Classes for the I Can Cope® Classes These educational classes are for the newly diagnosed person with cancer, family members, and friends. Meeting four times-per-month at the Community Cancer Center, topics include: Learning About Cancer (Week 1), Understanding Cancer Treatment & Side Effects (Week 2), Nutrition During Treatment (Week 3), and Mobilizing Resources & Support (Week 4). These classes are offered in partnership with the American Cancer Society. To register, please call (309) 451-8500. Look Good . . . Feel Better® Look Good . . . Feel Better® is a single session class to help women undergoing cancer treatment learn more about appearance-related side effects of their treatment. Volunteer cosmetologists teach women how to enhance their appearance using make-up techniques. This class is offered in partnership with the American Cancer Society and takes place the first Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. To register, please call the Community Cancer Center at (309) 451-8500. Reach to Recovery® This program provides information and support for women newly diagnosed with breast cancer. Reach to Recovery® volunteers are breast cancer survivors who have been carefully selected and trained to visit or call patients after diagnosis. If you were recently diagnosed with breast cancer or have a family member or friend who would appreciate a call from a Reach to Recovery® volunteer, please contact the Community Cancer Center at (309) 451-8500. This program is offered in partnership with the American Cancer Society. Support Groups Support groups foster a sense of community among people affected by cancer. Patient support groups provide a safe place to share thoughts and feelings with others dealing with similar concerns and emotions. |
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