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DEDICATED EXPERIENCED SUPPORT

for women facing breast and ovarian cancers

PROGRAM GUIDE SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER 2016

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Aaron & Marion Gural FoundationAbbvie IncAstraZenecaAvon Foundation for WomenBeth C. Tortolani FoundationCBRE Richard EllisCelgeneClark, Gagliardi & Miller, PCConstruction Risk Partners, LLCDavid Rozenholc & AssociatesDune Medical DevicesThe Durst OrganizationEisai, Inc.Empire Office, Inc.Fashion Targets Breast CancerFred Geller Electrical, Inc.GartnerGenentech, Inc.Genomic Health, Inc.Godosky & Gentile, PCHarrison and StarHenegan Construction Co., Inc.Henricksen and HNIJones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.JRM Construction Management, LLCJudges and Lawyers Breast Cancer AlertKnoll, Inc.Laura & Isaac Perlmutter Cancer Center

Lend Lease Construction, Inc.Loews CorporationMacroGenicsMorphotekMount Sinai St. Luke’sNew York City Association of Hotel ConciergesNew York Community TrustNewmark & Company Real EstateNovartisPeninsula New YorkPfizerPhilip & Janice Levin Foundation Plaza Construction, LLCPrincipal Building Services, LLCProCirc, LLCRalph Schlaeger Charitable FoundationSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, LLPSpeed RackSteelcaseTEAL – Louisa M. McGregor Ovarian Cancer FoundationTeknion, LLCTesaroTurner Construction CompanyUnity International GroupWSP/Parsons Brinckerhoff

SHARE: 40 Years In 2016, SHARE celebrates 40 years of providing free services to women facing cancer. In 1976, SHARE was founded by one doctor and 12 women with breast cancer. Since then, we’ve grown to serve over 40,000 people a year, including women diagnosed with breast and ovarian cancers and their caregivers. To see our special feature, 40 for 40: Forty Profiles for SHARE’s Fortieth Year, visit us at www.sharecancersupport.org/40profiles

Getting to SHARE SHARE’s services are offered around NYC, as well as nationally via telephone, videoconference, and webinar (see page 9 for our venue directory). SHARE’s main office is located at: 165 West 46th Street, Suite 712 Meeting Room: Suite 706 New York, NY 10036 212.719.0364 www.sharecancersupport.org We’re in the Actors’ Equity Building, also labeled 1560 Broadway.

SHARE Sponsors SHARE gratefully acknowledges major support from the following corporations and foundations:

SHARE Cancer Support @SHAREing

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SHARE Helpline Call our toll-free Helpline and talk with a survivor who’s been there. We will answer your questions, assist you in locating resources, and help you sort through your options so that you can make informed decisions. Or we can just listen. 844.ASK.SHARE 844.275.7427 Support for BREAST • Ovarian • CAREGIVER • Latina/En español (para programas en español vea la página 12)

Bring SHARE to Your Workplace Help your co-workers become proactive about their health by teaching them about breast and ovarian cancers. Ask your HR manager to contact SHARE for a free, one-hour Pink & Teal Seminar. Healthy survivors will visit your office to discuss symptoms, risks, risk reduction, and screening and explain how to communicate more effectively with your doctor. To schedule a seminar, contact Arlene Matlick: 212.221.1593 or [email protected].

SHARE Programs & Support Groups 4 Breast Cancer Support Groups 4 Support Groups: Special Topics 5 SHARE Japanese Program 5 Breast and Ovarian Cancer: Combined Support Groups 6 Ovarian Cancer: Support and Education 7 Metastatic Cancer: Support and Education 8 Young Women and Breast Cancer 8 Caregiver Circle for Family and Friends 9 Venue Directory 10 Educational Programs 11 Webinars 12 LatinaSHARE (en español)

DEDICATED EXPERIENCED SUPPORT

for women facing breast and ovarian cancers


BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUPS REGISTRATION REQUIRED through the SHARE Breast Cancer Helpline: 212.382.2111 See page 9 for location addresses.

ONGOING SUPPORT GROUPSOngoing groups are for women recently diagnosed with breast cancer, those under-going treatment, and those who have completed treatment. Share experiences, feelings, and information. Women may join at any time. SHARE Main OfficeTuesdays, 6:00-7:30pmSep 13, 27 Oct 25 Nov 8, 22 Dec 13 Bronx SHARE – Jacobi Medical CenterFridays, 11:00am-12:30pm Sep 23 Oct 28 Nov 17 (Thursday)* Dec 23 *Educational Program: Risk of Lymphedema, p. 10

Brooklyn SHARE – Kings Bay YM-YWHAMondays, 7:30-9:00pmSep 12 Nov 7 Dec 5 Brooklyn SHARE – Restoration PlazaTuesdays, 3:30-5:00pmSep 13, 27* Oct 11, 25 Nov 8 Dec 13* Educational Program: Smart Moves: Maintaining a Healthy Weight, p. 10

Queens SHARE – Samuel Field YM-YWHA Support and Networking GroupThursdays, 7:00-8:30pmSep 8 Oct 13* Nov 10 Dec 8*Educational Program: Dealing with Fatigue, p.10

SHARE – Riverdale YM-YWHASundays, 5:00-6:30pmSep 18 Oct 16, 30 Nov 13 Dec 4, 18To register, email [email protected] or call 718.548.8200, ext. 241 BREAST CANCER SUPPORT FOR WOMEN OF AFRICAN DESCENT Harlem SHARE – EmblemHealth Neighborhood CareTuesdays, 4:00-5:30pmSep 20 Oct 18* Nov 15 Dec 20Tuesdays, 6:00-7:30pmSep 6 Oct 4 Nov 1 Dec 6 * Educational Program: Meditation for Stress Reduction, p. 10

BREAST CANCER POST-TREATMENT SUPPORT GROUP Identify and discuss strategies for managing life after cancer including how we move forward and face our futures.

SHARE Main OfficeWednesdays, 6:00-7:30pmSep 28 Oct 26 Nov 23

SUPPORT GROUPS: SPECIAL TOPICSThese groups address a wide array of issues relating to a breast cancer diagnosis. Women may join at any time. DCIS Support GroupFor many women DCIS is a confusing diagnosis. In this group learn how to navigate treatment options and choose what is best for you.

SHARE Main OfficeThursdays, 6:00-7:30pm, Sep 1 Oct 6 Mondays, 6:00-7:30pm, Nov 7 Dec 5 NEW! Breast Reconstruction Telephone Support GroupConnect with other women considering breast reconstruction. Whether you are newly diagnosed or researching your options, join us to share information and experiences. Call the SHARE Breast Cancer Helpline to register and receive instructions on how to participate: 212.382.2111 or toll-free 844.275.7427.

Tuesdays, once a month, 7:15-8:15pm ETSep 13 Nov 8 Dec 1

“I didn't know what to expect when I joined a support group but now I feel great knowing I'm not alone.”


BREAST AND OVARIAN CANCER:COMBINED SUPPORT GROUPS REGISTRATION REQUIRED through the SHARE Breast Cancer Helpline: 212.382.2111

Fridays, 6:00-7:30pmSep 9 Oct 14 Nov 11 Dec 9Fridays, 12:30-2:00pmSep 23 Oct 28

NEW! LYMPHEDEMA TELEPHONE SUPPORT GROUPTalk to other women with lymphedema. Exchange information on treatment, coping, and personal experiences. Call the SHARE Breast Cancer Helpline to register and receive instructions on how to participate:212.382.2111 or or toll-free 844.275.7427. Thursdays, once a month, 8:15-9:15pm ET Sep 8 Oct 13 Nov 10 Dec 8

COPING WITH AROMATASE INHIBITORS AND TAMOXIFENThis support group is for women who are currently taking or considering aromatase inhibitors or tamoxifen. These medications can reduce the risk of recurrence but may cause side effects that impact quality of life. SHARE Main OfficeTuesdays, 6:00-7:30pm Oct 18 Dec 20


OVARIAN CANCER: SUPPORT AND EDUCATION REGISTRATION REQUIRED See page 9 for location addresses.

OVARIAN CANCER SUPPORT GROUPSSHARE’s ovarian cancer support groups welcome women who have been diagnosed with ovarian or any other gynecologic cancer. Facilitated by long-term ovarian cancer survivors, our groups offer safe surroundings to share thoughts, emotions, and information.Please register through the SHARE Ovarian Cancer Helpline: 212.719.1204NEW! Brooklyn SHARE – EmblemHealth Neighborhood CareMondays, 1:30-3:00pm Sep 12 Oct 17 Nov 14 Dec 12

Queens SHARE – Samuel Field YM-YWHAMondays, 7:30-9:00pm Sep 19 Oct 17 Nov 7, 21 Dec 5, 19 Staten Island SHARE – SI Hospital Nalitt Cancer Center, 2nd Floor Library Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00pm Sep 21 Oct 19 Nov 16 Dec 21

NEWLY DIAGNOSED OVARIAN CANCER GROUP This group is for those who have not yet begun treatment, are in the middle of a treatment regimen, or are post-treatment following an initial ovarian or other gynecologic cancer diagnosis.

SHARE Main OfficeWednesdays, 6:00-7:30pmSep 7 Oct 5 Nov 2 Dec 7 ONGOING OVARIAN CANCER GROUPThis group serves those who are experiencing recurrent disease, whether on a treatment break, in prolonged treatment, or considering options going forward.

SHARE Main OfficeWednesdays, 6:00-7:30pmOct 19 Nov 16 Dec 21

WEBINAR: STRATEGIES FOR LONG-TERM MANAGEMENT OF RECURRENT OVARIAN CANCERSECOND ANNUAL JOAN SOMMER EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM This program will focus on the latest research in chemotherapy, surgery, and clinical trials in the management of recurrent ovarian cancer. Speakers: Dr. Carol Aghajanian and Dr. Roisin E. O’Cearbhaill, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Please email [email protected] and we will send you a link to register. Thursday, Sep 15, 12:00-1:00pm

EIGHTH ANNUAL OVARIAN CANCER SURVIVOR CELEBRATION Calling all ovarian cancer survivors: It’s time for our annual celebration! Whether you are a seasoned SHARE volunteer, a helpline caller, or you have attended our programs, you are welcome to come and celebrate survivorship with us. Let’s mark Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month with food, drink and friendship. Please RSVP by emailing [email protected] Main OfficeWednesday, Sep 21, 6:00-7:30pm


METASTATIC CANCER: SUPPORT AND EDUCATION REGISTRATION REQUIRED through the SHARE Breast Cancer Helpline: 212.382.2111

TELEPHONE SUPPORT GROUP DAYTIMEWomen with metastatic breast cancer can register by calling the SHARE Breast Cancer Helpline: 212.382.2111 or toll-free 844.275.7427. Every Monday, 4:00-5:00pm ET TELEPHONE SUPPORT GROUP EVENINGWomen with metastatic breast cancer can register by calling the SHARE Breast Cancer Helpline: 212.382.2111 or toll-free 844.275.7427. Every Thursday, 6:00-7:00pm ETNo group on Sep 29 or Dec 29. TELEPHONE SUPPORT FOR YOUNG WOMEN WITH METASTATIC BREAST CANCERTalk with young women with stage IV disease and learn tools to manage and cope with this diagnosis. Call the SHARE Breast Cancer Helpline to register and receive instructions on how to participate: 212.382.2111 or toll-free 844.275.7427. Wednesdays, 8:00-9:00pm ETSep 7 Oct 5 Nov 2 Dec 7 METASTATIC IN-PERSON LUNCHTIME SUPPORT GROUP Join others living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC) for this in-person daytime group. Facilitated by a professional therapist as well as a peer living with advanced disease, this group explores practical tools and strategies to navigate daily living. Please register by calling 212.937.5586 or emailing [email protected].

SHARE Main OfficeMondays, 12:30-1:30pmSep 19 Oct 17 Nov 7, 21 Dec 5, 19

WEBINARS To register, please email [email protected] and we will send you an email invitation.

METASTATIC BREAST CANCER AWARENESS DAY: SPECIAL EVENT WEBINARJoin us for a conversation about living with metastatic breast cancer. Women with stage IV disease will talk about making treatment decisions, handling fear and anxiety, and living life as fully as possible. Thursday, Oct 13, 12:30-1:30pm ET

DEVELOPMENTS IN THE TREATMENT OF METASTATIC TRIPLE NEGATIVE BREAST CANCERSylvia Adams, MD, medical oncologist, and Associate Professor at the NYU School of Medicine, will discuss the latest research, including the role of immunology in the treatment of triple negative metastatic breast cancer. Q&A period will follow. Wednesday, Oct 19, 12:30-1:30pm ET

“Calling SHARE was the single best thing I did for myself when I was diagnosed with breast cancer.”


YOUNG WOMEN AND BREAST CANCER Women ages 45 and younger. Program funded by the Beth C. Tortolani Foundation.

VIDEOCONFERENCE SUPPORT GROUP Discuss issues related to a breast cancer diagnosis at a young age in a monthly videoconference support group. It’s easy to participate. At the scheduled time, go to http://bit.ly/youngwomenvideo

Tuesdays, 8:00-9:00pm ET Sep 6 Oct 4 Nov 1 Dec 6

TELEPHONE SUPPORT GROUP FOR YOUNG WOMEN WITH METASTATIC BREAST CANCERSee page 7 for details.

Wednesdays, 8:00-9:00pm ETSep 7 Oct 5 Nov 2 Dec 7

CAREGIVER CIRCLE FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS When loved ones are diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer, everyone close to them is affected. SHARE offers a community of support for those helping a family member or friend through cancer treatment.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT HELPLINESpeak one-on-one by telephone with a caregiver specially trained to provide support and information to those caring for a loved one. Share your experiences and get answers to your questions. All calls are toll-free.

Call 844.ASK.SHARE (844.275.7427) or email us at [email protected].

CAREGIVER GROUPMeet with other caregivers to share strat-egies to help care for a loved one without losing yourself. Anyone whose family member, partner, or friend has been diag-nosed with any stage of breast or ovarian cancer is welcome.

SHARE Main OfficeTuesdays, 6:00-7:30pmSep 13 Oct 4 Nov 8 Dec 13Call 844.ASK.SHARE (844.275.7427) to register.

Visit SHARE’s webinar library to hear recordings of our educational webinars:www.sharecancersupport.org/webinarlibrary


VENUE DIRECTORY Addresses for all venues hosting SHARE meetings and events this season

PROGRAMS IN ENGLISH

SHARE Main Office165 W 46 St., Meeting Room, Suite 706 (b/w 6th Ave. & Broadway) New York, NY 10036

Bronx SHARE – Jacobi Medical Center1400 Pelham Pkwy. South, Building 1, area 6 South, Oncology, 6th Floor, Room 603, Bronx, NY 10461 Wait in the waiting area for the program to begin.

Brooklyn SHARE – Kings Bay YM-YWHA3495 Nostrand Ave. (b/w Aves. U & V)Room 226Brooklyn, NY 11229Free parking available

Brooklyn SHARE – Restoration Plaza1368 Fulton St. (b/w Brooklyn & New York Aves.), 1st FloorMultipurpose RoomBrooklyn, NY 11216

(New!) Brooklyn SHARE – EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care546 Eastern Pkwy. (at Nostrand Ave) Brooklyn, NY 11225

Harlem SHARE –EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care215 West 125th St. 2nd Floor (b/w Adam Clayton Powell & Frederick Douglass Blvds.) New York, NY 10027

Queens SHARE – Samuel Field YM-YWHA58-20 Little Neck Pkwy. (b/w 59th & 60th Aves.)Queens, NY 11362

SHARE/Riverdale YM-YWHA5625 Arlington Ave. Bronx, NY 10471

Staten Island SHARE – SI Hospital Nalitt Cancer Center Cancer Services at SIUH256 C Mason Ave.2nd Floor LibraryStaten Island, NY 10305

LATINASHARE

Beth Israel Comprehensive Cancer Center (Campus Oeste)325 West 15th St. (entre la 8a y 9a Avenida) Piso 1, Cuarto de conferencia New York, NY 10011

Lincoln Medical & Mental Health Center 234 East 149th St., Salón de Conferencia – Primer Piso Bronx, NY 10451

Make the Road NY (Brooklyn)301 Grove St.Brooklyn, NY 11237

Make the Road NY (Queens)92-10 Roosevelt Ave.Jackson Heights, NY 11372 Mt. Sinai – St. Luke’s 1090 Amsterdam Ave. Piso 10, Salón ANew York, NY 10025 NY Presbyterian Hospital/Milstein Building 177 Fort Washington Ave., Piso 7, Salón 213, NY 10032

NY Presbyterian/Manhattan Cancer Services Program Avon Breast Imaging (entrada del lobby)1130 St. Nicholas Ave.New York, NY 10032

Queens Center Mall 90-15 Queens Blvd. (Calle 92 entre las avenidas 57 y 59)Elmhurst, NY 11373

Settlement Health (El Barrio)212 East 106th St. (entre la 2da y 3ra Avenida), Piso 3, Cuarto de conferencia New York, NY 10029

St. Barnabas HospitalSalón de Infusión #1654422 Third Ave.Bronx, NY 10457


TALKING WITH YOUR FAMILY ABOUT HEREDITARY CANCERIn this session, we will share strategies for managing the sources of conflict that surround genetic testing within families.Included will be whether or not to pursue testing, reaching out to at-risk relatives and the stress that can arise from hereditary disease. Karen E. Hurley, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in hereditary cancer risk.

SHARE Main OfficeThursday, Sep 29, 6:00-7:30pm Presented in collaboration with

SMART MOVES: MAINTAINING A HEALTHY WEIGHT A presenter from God’s Love We Deliver will talk about a powerful tool in cancer prevention: maintaining a healthy weight through regular physical activity and diet. Participants will set an individualized goal for themselves, develop a plan of action, and begin to make changes in their eating and exercise habits.

Brooklyn SHARE – Restoration PlazaTuesday, Sep 27, 3:30-4:30pm Support group starts at 4:30pm

DEALING WITH FATIGUEDid you know that movement and exercise can be an effective way to regain your energy during and after cancer treatment? Learn about which activities can help restore your vitality. The facilitator is a certified instructor from Moving for Life. www.movingforlife.org

Queens SHARE – Samuel Field YM-YWHAThursday, Oct 13, 7:00-8:00pm

MEDITATION FOR STRESS REDUCTIONJerry Snee, certified Hatha Yoga & Meditation instructor, will lead this workshop on basic meditation techniques to help reduce stress and improve wellness. Jerry has over six years of experience working with people with cancer and movement disorders. Whether you practice daily or want to explore meditation for the first time, you are welcome to participate.

Harlem SHARE – EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care Tuesday, Oct 18, 4:30-5:30pmSupport group starts at 4:00pm

HOW TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF LYMPHEDEMAAfter cancer surgery and axillary node dissection, women are at risk for lymphedema even years later and throughout their lifetime. Ines Tejada, RN, retired oncology nurse, will discuss precautions women can take to reduce their risk.

Bronx SHARE – Jacobi Medical CenterThursday, Nov 17, 11:00am-12:00pm Support group starts at 12:00pm

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS To register, please call 212.719.2943 or email [email protected] See page 9 for location addresses.

DR. LARRY NORTON: BREAST CANCER UPDATE 2016Larry Norton, MD, Deputy Physician in Chief for Breast Cancer Programs, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, will share his expertise in this interactive, informative meeting. His focus will be the current state of breast cancer research and treatment. Come early for refreshments. A question-and-answer period will follow. Co-sponsored by United Federation of Teachers. UFT, 52 Broadway, 19th Floor, Suite D & E (trains 4 & 5 to Wall St., R & W to Rector St.) Thursday, Dec 15, 6:30-8:00pm


WEBINARS To register, please email [email protected] and we will send you an email invitation. To view previous webinars, check out our webinar library online at www.sharecancersupport.org/webinarlibrary

STRATEGIES FOR LONG-TERM MANAGEMENT OF RECURRENT OVARIAN CANCERThis program will include discussion of the latest research in chemotherapy, surgery, and clinical trials in the management of recurrent ovarian cancer. Speakers: Dr. Carol Aghajanian and Dr. Roisin E. O’Cearbhaill from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Q&A period will follow.

Thursday, Sep 15, 12:00-1:00pm ET

METASTATIC BREAST CANCER AWARENESS DAY: SPECIAL EVENT WEBINARJoin us for a conversation about living with metastatic breast cancer. Women with stage IV disease will talk about making treatment decisions, handling the fear and anxiety, and living life as fully as possible. Thursday, Oct 13, 12:30-1:30pm ET

FEAR OF RECURRENCE FOR BREAST AND OVARIAN CANCER SURVIVORSIt is normal and common to experience fears about recurrence after finishing treatment for cancer. For some, the anxiety emerges only occasionally, whereas for others, the fears are persistent and interfere with their life and day-to-day functioning. Wendy Lichtenthal, Ph.D., will discuss strategies for coping with fear of cancer recurrence, allowing time for questions and group discussion. Q&A period will follow. Thursday, Oct 6, 12:30-1:30pm ET

BALANCING WORK AND CANCER In this session, Rachel Becker, LMSW, Assistant Director of Programs at Cancer and Careers, will explore the practical and legal issues that sit at the intersection of work and cancer. Topics include deciding whether or not to work during treatment, managing side effects in the workplace, and much more. Q&A period will follow.

Tuesday, Oct 18, 12:30-1:30pm ET

DEVELOPMENTS IN THE TREATMENT OF METASTATIC TRIPLE NEGATIVE BREAST CANCERSylvia Adams, MD, medical oncologist, and Associate Professor at the NYU School of Medicine, will discuss the latest research including the role of immunology in the treatment of triple negative metastatic breast cancer. Q&A period will follow.

Wednesday, Oct 19, 12:30-1:30pm ET

TUMOR DORMANCYIn this session, H. Kim Lyerly, MD, FACS, Director of the Center of Applied Therapeutics at Duke University, will discuss research in tumor dormancy in breast cancer. Topics will include the role of disseminated tumor cells, bone marrow, and the potential for immune responses to control or prevent recurrences. Q&A period will follow.

Tuesday, Nov 15, 12:00-1:00pm ET

A WALKING TOUR OF MANHATTAN’S LITTLE INDIA Letha Hadady, D. Ac., author, herbalist and radio personality (www.asianhealthsecrets.com), will introduce the healing principles of Ayurveda, the traditional system of promoting wellness from India. Hadady will lead a short walk to Kalustyan’s food and herb market, local shops such as Foods of India and Little India, and other shops if time allows. Registration is limited to 15 people.Meet at Vincent Albano Playground, 523 Second Ave, b/w East 29 & East 30 Sts. at the children’s slide and outdoor gym. Saturday, October 8, 2:00-4:00pm


LatinaSHARE SHARE tiene una línea informativa nacional atendida por sobrevivientes de cáncer de seno o de ovario, entrenadas y expertas en el tema. Llame gratis al: 844.275.7427LatinaSHARE ofrece grupos de apoyo y programas educativos gratis para mujeres

con cáncer de seno o de ovario en la ciudad de Nueva York. Las participantes tendrán la oportunidad de recibir e intercambiar información actualizada, apoyo, fortaleza y esperanza. Conéctese con nosotros: www.latina.sharecancersupport.org

Llamado para voluntarias Nuestras voluntarias son el corazón de LatinaSHARE. Si usted desea ayudar a su comunidad, sea voluntaria. Para obtener más información, llame al: 212.221.1626.

LatinaSHARESHARELatina


GRUPOS DE APOYO PARA MUJERES CON CÁNCER DE SENO O DE OVARIO Vea página 9 para direcciones

MANHATTAN Beth Israel Comprehensive Cancer Center miércoles: 12:30 a 2:00 de la tarde21* de septiembre, 19 de octubre, 16* de noviembre, 14 de diciembre

Mt. Sinai-St. Luke’s Hospitalmiércoles: 12:30 a 2:30 de la tarde14* y 28* de septiembre, 12* y 26 de octubre, 9 de noviembre, 14 de diciembre

NY Presbyterian Hospital/ Milstein Buildingjueves: 10:00 a 11:30 de la mañana8* y 22 de septiembre, 13* y 27* de octubre, 10 de noviembre, 8 de diciembre Para reservar favor de llamar al 212.305.9894

NY Presbyterian/Manhattan Cancer Services Programviernes: 1:00 a 3:00 de la tarde8* de septiembre (jueves), 21 de octubre, 18 de noviembre, 9 de deciembre

Settlement Healthmiércoles: 2:00 a 4:00 de la tarde21* de septiembre, 19* de octubre, 16 de noviembre, 21 de diciembre

BRONX

Lincoln Medical & Mental Health Center lunes 11:00 a 1:00 de la tarde 26 de septiembre, 31* de octubre, 28* de noviembre, 19 de diciembre St. Barnabas Hospitalviernes: 2:00 a 4:00 de la tarde 16 de septiembre, 21* de octubre, 18 de noviembre, 16 de diciembre

BROOKLYN

Make the Road NY (Brooklyn)martes: 10:00 a 12:00 de la tarde20* de septiembre, 18* de octubre, 15 de noviembre, 20 de diciembre

QUEENS

Make the Road NY (Queens)viernes: 3:30 a 5:30 de la tarde9* y 23 de septiembre, 14 y 21* de octubre, 11 de noviembre, 9 de diciembre

Queens Center Mallviernes: 6:30 a 8:30 de la noche2 y 16* de septiembre, 7* y 21 de octubre, 4 de noviembre, 2 de diciembre

*programa educativo

GRUPO DE APOYO TELEFÓNICO EN ESPAÑOL PARA MUJERES CON CÁNCER DE SENO METASTÁSICO ¿Usted es una mujer con cáncer de seno metastásico? ¿Necesita apoyo?LatinaSHARE ofrece un grupo de apoyo telefónico en español para mujeres con cáncer de seno metastásico.

Es necesario registrarse para participar. Llame al 212.221.1626 para inscribirse y recibir el código de participación.

Cada primer y tercer miércoles del mes de 2:00 a 3:00 de la tarde:

7 y 21 de septiembre, 5 y 19 de octubre 2 y 16 de noviembre, 7 y 21 de deciembre

¿ES USTED SOBREVIVIENTE DEL CÁNCER DE OVARIO? ¿Le interesa recibir una capacitación para educar a la comunidad Latina acerca de esta enfermedad? Llame al 212.221.1626 o envie un correo electrónico [email protected]


EDUCACIÓN/MEDICINA ALTERNATIVA Vea página 9 para direcciones

PROBLEMAS DE TRANSPORTE PARA SOBREVIVIENTES (Access-A-Ride)Abogados de Nueva York para el Interés Público presentará información acerca de Access-A-Ride, el servicio de transito del NYC MTA para personas que no pueden usar el autobús público o el servicio del tren. Ellos discutirán el proceso de solicitud, los derechos legales relacionados con el servicio y los problemas para las personas con inglés limitado en la utilización de la misma. NY Presbyterian Hospital/Milstein Buildingjueves 8 de septiembre 10:00 a 11:30 de la mañana

Queens Center Mall (Elmhurst)viernes 7 de octubre 6:30 a 8:30 de la noche Make the Road NY (Brooklyn)martes 18 de octubre 10:00 a 12:00 de la tarde

Settlement Health (El Barrio)miércoles 19 de octubre 2:00 a 4:00 de la tarde

St. Barnabas Hospital viernes 21 de octubre 2:00 a 4:00 de la tarde

LOS EFECTOS PSICOLÓGICOS DEL CÁNCER DE MAMA METASTÁSICO(Psychological Effects of Metastatic Cancer)En su presentación, Jakeline Ramos, trabajadora social MSW, impartirá herramientas para mejorar la calidad de vida y la adaptación, tanto del paciente como de los miembros de su entorno familiar.

NY Presbyterian/Manhattan Cancer Services Program jueves 8 de septiembre de 1:00 a 3:00 de la tarde Mt. Sinai-St. Luke’s Hospitalmiércoles 14 de septiembre de 12:30 a 2:30 de la tarde NY Presbyterian Hospital/Milstein Buildingjueves 27 de octubre de 10:00 a 11:30 de la mañana Lincoln Medical & Mental Health Center lunes 28 de noviembre de 11:00 a 1:00 de la tarde

ESTRATEGIAS PARA SOBRELLEVAR LOS EFECTOS EMOCIONALES DEL CÁNCER(Strategies for Coping with the Emotional Effects of a Cancer Diagnosis)El estado emocional en alto grado puede resultar en dificultades para que personas afectadas por el cáncer logren sobrellevar los desafíos y demandas que se presentan en la jordana contra él y durante su sobrevivencia. La Dra. Neves, Psicóloga Clínica del Dubin Breast Center en Mount Sinaí Hospital, hablará sobre este tema y como sobrellevar estos efectos emocionales. Make the Road NY (Queens)viernes 9 de septiembre 3:30 a 5:30 de la tarde Beth Israel Comprehensive Cancer Center miércoles 16 de noviembre 12:30 a 2:00 de la tar LA ACUPUNCTURA: COMO CONTROLAR EL DOLOR AGUDO Y CRÓNICO DESDE UNA PERSPECTIVA DE LA MEDICINA TRADICIONAL CHINA (Acupunture)Los efectos colaterales que producen las terapias contra el cáncer, como nausea, fatiga, depresión, dolores musculares y de articulaciones, pueden ser controlados con Medicina Alternativa. Esta presentación tiene como finalidad informar a las asistentes sobre como la Medicina Tradicional China incluye una variedad de terapias como la Acupuntura y la Herbolaria China las cuales son efectivas para mejorar la calidad de vida del paciente. Queens Center Mall viernes 16 de septiembre 6:30 a 8:30 de la noche Mt. Sinai-St. Luke’s Hospitalmiércoles 28 de septiembre 12:30 a 2:30 de la tarde Make the Road NY (Queens)viernes 21 de octubre 3:30 a 5:30 de la tarde


DIRECTIVAS POR AVANZADO, TESTAMENTO VIVIENTE Y PODER LEGAL (Advance Directives, Living Will and Power of Attorney)Elsa Cruz Pearson Esq. del Instituto de Bienestar Legal (del Centro de la Familia) presentará sobre el tema de planificación de vida. Estos temas cubren Directivas por Avanzado, incluso Delegado de Salud, Testamento Viviente, y Poder Legal. También discutirá otros documentos relacionados con la planificación de vida, tal como Asignación de Guardián en Espera y Testamento. Make the Road NY (Brooklyn) martes 20 de septiembre 10:00 to 12:00 de la tarde NY Presbyterian Hospital/Milstein Buildingjueves 13 de octubre 10:00 a 11:30 de la mañana PLANIFICACIÓN DE VIDA (Life Planning) El Cancer Advocacy Project es un proyecto en el City Bar Justice Center, una organi-zación legal sin fines de lucro del New York City Bar Association, que atienden a personas con cáncer en Nueva York. Esta presentación se centra en la planificación de vida, tales como testamentos simples, poderes, proxies, y los testamentos vitales. Settlement Health (El Barrio)miércoles 21 de septiembre 2:00 a 4:00 de la tarde

YOGA DE LAS MANOS (Hand Yoga)Yoga de las manos, también conocido como la mudra, es una serie de ejercicios manuales y movimientos que tienen un significado simbólico, ayuda a uno a relajarse y puede ayudar a personas que sufren de artritis. En este grupo se puede aprender los varios beneficios de salud de yoga de las manos por una experta en esta materia, Roberta Schine. Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center lunes 31 de octubre 11:00 a 1:00 de la tarde

LA ESPIRITUALIDAD Y EL CÁNCER (Spirituality and Cancer)Margarita Zayas, maestra de reiki, conferencista, motivadora holística, fundadora y directora de la Fundación de Apoyo Alfredo Zayas hablará sobre los sentimientos que pueden surgir al lidiar con el diagnóstico y tratamiento de cáncer. Aprenda como cultivar optimismo, fuerza y paz. Este taller es para cuidadores tanto como para sobrevivientes. Beth Israel Comprehensive Cancer Center miércoles 21 de septiembre 12:30 a 2:00 de la tarde Mt. Sinai-St. Luke’s Hospitalmiércoles 12 de octubre 12:30 a 2:30 de la tarde

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