Free cancer support www.CancerSupportCommunityMiami.org 305-668-5900 How do I get started? Educational Programs - RSVP required The first step to becoming a participant in our programs is to attend an Introductory Meeting and you will get a thorough overview of our programs and guidelines for participation. You will meet also one of our facilitators and discuss your present concerns so that you can decide how to best take advantage of our free professional cancer support services. It is easy and you and your loved ones will be able to participate in almost all programs immediately. Call 305-668-5900 to schedule an Introductory Meeting Healthy and Delicious Cooking Class - Learn some simple and easy ways to put together healthy and nutritious ingredients to make delicious meals that are good for the body and the soul. Limited to 15 people and previous reservation required. Be ready to take notes and enjoy Karen Zokovitch’s class! Friday, April 8, 11 am - 1 pm Weekly Support Group An initial interview is required Participant Group (cancer patient or survivor) - Our groups can help you maintain hope, regain a sense of control, and let you know that you are not alone in this time of need. They offer an opportunity to gain and share support, learn problem solving skills, and develop important ways to enhance quality of life. These groups are led by licensed mental health professionals are at the heart of our program. Please visit our web site for support groups in English and Spanish www.CancerSupportCommunityMiami.org Tuesdays, 11 am - 1 pm and 7 - 9 pm Bereavement Group - Learn how to best navigate your own grief process with the supportive comfort of others who are also experiencing the loss of a loved one to cancer. Facilitator: Christine E. Spadola, Ph.D., M.S., LMHC. Thursdays, 7 - 9 pm Caregivers/Friends and Family Group - Meet with others to learn how to help a loved one with cancer and to manage the stress of care-giving. Facilitator: Cynthia Mendez Tamayo, LMFT. Tuesdays, 7 - 9 pm Monthly Disease Specific Support Groups - RSVP required These groups meet to discuss issues and information specific to certain types of cancer. Breast Cancer Wed. 4/13/16 & 5/11/16, 6 - 8 pm Gynecological Wed. 4/20/16 & 5/18/16, 6 - 7:30 pm Leukemia/Lymphoma Mon. 4/11/16 & 5/9/16, 6 - 8 pm Multiple Myeloma Wed. 4/27/16 & 5/25/16, 6 - 8 pm Healthy Living These classes will help you increase strength, while releasing stored-up tension in your mind and body. Breathe... Relax... Meditate - In recent decades, science has revealed that the mind and body are intimately connected in ways we hadn’t previously realized - and this field of knowledge is now changing our understanding of health and disease. Every Tuesday, you can learn ways to free yourself from stress, to calm your mind and your body, and to relax and nurture yourself on your path to continued healing. Facilitator: Pascale Denis Denizé, M.S.Ed., LMHC. Tuesdays, 6 - 7 pm Get Fit-Exercise at Your Level with Nancy Fishman Thursdays, 10 - 11 am Muscle Relaxation with Felipe Azambuja Wednesdays, 12 - 1 pm Fridays, 12 - 1 pm Pilates with Cathee Connor Fridays, 1:30 - 2:30 pm TaiChi with Jorge Gonzalez Fridays, 10:30 - 11:30 am Yoga with Lise Efronson Wednesdays, 10 - 11 am Zumba® Gold with Rosanna Lamarche Mondays, 12 - 1 pm Please bring your own mat and blanket. Please consult with your doctor before beginning any exercise program. The mission of the Cancer Support Community is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community. Thank You to our Generous Program Sponsors and Grantors Apoyo gratis contra el cáncer Cancer Support Community (CSC) es una organización internacional sin ánimo de lucro la cual ofrece programas de apoyo, educación y esperanza gratuitamente a personas con cáncer y sus seres queridos. A través de la participación en grupos de apoyo, talleres educativos, clases de nutrición y ejercicios de conexión entre la mente y el cuerpo a cargo de profesionales, las personas que padecen de cáncer adquieren destrezas vitales que les permiten recobrar el control, reducir el aislamiento y recuperar la esperanza. ¿Cuánto cuesta participar? Nada. Cancer Support Community es una organización sin ánimo de lucro que no cobra por sus servivcios. Esto se logra a través de contribuciones generosas del público. ¿Cómo funciona Cancer Support Community con los tratamientos médicos? Mientras la medicina maneja el aspecto físico del cáncer, CSC ofrece técnicas para enfrentar el impacto psicosocial y emocional del cáncer. Los programas de CSC no son una alternativa para el tratamiento médico sino un apoyo adicional antes, durante y después del tratamiento. Programas semanales 8609 South Dixie Highway, Miami, FL 33143 Orientación - Pacientes o sobrevivientes y familiares o amigos que deseen participar en nuestros programas, deben hacer una cita y asistir a una orientación, para enterarse más a fondo de cómo beneficiarse de ellos. Para hacer una cita llamar al 305-668-5900 Meditación - Tai Chi - Monje Noble Silencio. Descubra cómo este arte oriental de meditación en movimiento puede ayudarle a mejorar la salud y el bienestar. Lunes y viernes, 10:30 - 11:30 am Zumba® Gold - Rosanna Lamarche. El ejercicio en baile es la nueva moda para mantenerse saludable. Venga a divertirse mientras se beneficia de este ejercicio. Jueves, 1 - 2 pm Grupo de apoyo - Programa de apoyo emocional para pacientes en donde se exploran temas relacionados con el proceso de la lucha contra el cáncer. Necesita cita previa. Jueves, 10 am - 12 pm Programas mensuales Cocina sana y deliciosa para pacientes de cáncer - Aprenda un menú saludable, denso en nutrición, y a la vez flexible para sobrevivientes de cáncer y sus seres queridos. Necesita hacer reservación. Martes, abril 19 y mayo 17, 7 - 9 pm Integración de mente y cuerpo - Tratará dos temas: En abril - Los cuatro acuerdos en el proceso del cáncer En mayo - Autocuidado en el proceso del cáncer El Dr. Oscar Hernández conduce este programa dirigido a los sobrevivientes de cáncer, familiares y amigos. Por favor evite llegar tarde. Martes, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Cuando el padre o la madre tiene cáncerTalleres educativos para ayudar a los padres que tienen cáncer y a sus hijos a enfrentar la realidad del cáncer. Los niños podrán participar en charlas y actividades apropiadas para sus edades. Sábado, abril 9 y mayo 14 10:30 am - 1 pm El objetivo de Cancer Support Community es ayudar a personas afectadas por el cáncer a mejorar su salud y bienestar al participar en programas educativos, de apoyo emocional y de esperanza. Todos los servicios son gratuitos para los participantes y sus acompañantes. ¡No se pierda los programas de CSCGM! Puede ver nuestro calendario online. Si desea recibirlo por email, por favor solicítelo a [email protected]. Si no tiene acceso al Internet, llame a nuestra oficina. Podemos enviarle una copia por fax o por correo. Muchas gracias! 305-668-5900 Programa de rehabilitación para mujeres con cáncer de seno - Se ofrece en el hospital Jackson, UM Mailman Center for Child Development, sala 4004-A. Patrocinado por Susan G. Komen for the Cure. 1er jueves 9:00 am - 12:00 pm - Grupo de apoyo y relajación con Isabel Trabanco y ejercicios con Rosanna Lamarche. 3er jueves 9:00 am - 12:00 pm - Presentación de temas educativos y ejercicios. Para más información o reservaciones, llamar a Isabel Trabanco 305-668-5900 ext. 232. Programas especiales Se ofrece interpretación en Español con reservación previa al 305-668-5900 Pregúntele al experto: Sobre la actualidad del tratamiento de cáncer de seno - Invitada especial, la doctora Starr Koslow Mautner. Asista a esta presentación acerca de la investigación y el tratamiento de cáncer de seno más avanzados; incluyendo lumpectomía para conservar el seno, mastectomía, disección de ganglios linfáticos y biopsia. La doctora Mautner ha investigado la seguridad y efectividad de la mastectomía con conservación de pezón, la exactitud de la biopsia del ganglio linfático centinela después de la quimioterapia neoadyuvante, y la genética molecular del carcinoma lobulillar in situ. Lunes, abril 4, 6 - 8 pm Resolución de medio año: Su compromiso personal en la supervivencia de cáncer Invitada especial la doctora Stacy Cutrono. Mayo es el momento perfecto para volver a examinar sus metas de salud y perfeccionar sus estrategias para asegurar un éxito. La Dra. Cutrono presentará una manera fácil y clara para organizar sus metas de salud en la segunda parte del año. Se hablará del ejercicio, la nutrición, y el manejo del estrés como componentes claves de sus metas de salud y habrá la oportunidad de conversar sobre sus experiencias personales y hacer preguntas. Lunes, mayo 16, 6 - 8 pm Ubicados encima de la tienda Ross y frente a la estación del metrorail Dadeland North www.CancerSupportCommunityMiami.org EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS Reservations Required Reservations Required With Special Thanks to our Sponsors With Special Thanks to our Sponsors Yoga as Medicine: Fine Tune Your Body and Mind Mondays, April 4 and 18, May 2 and 16, 1:30 - 3:30 pm Instructor: Lise Efronson Yoga Instructor Studies have shown that a yoga practice during cancer treatment can improve physical symptoms by reducing stress and anxiety. The benefit of yoga are both physical and emotional. Meditation, gently guided movement and longer shavasana. We will end the class with a cup of tea and light snack. RSVP: 305-668-5900 Ask the Expert: Current Breast Cancer Treatments Monday, April 4, 6 - 8 pm Guest Speaker: Starr Koslow Mautner, M.D. Breast Surgery, General Surgery, Oncology Surgery Miami Cancer Institute Join us for a conversation with Dr. Mautner about the latest research and treatment for breast cancer; including breastconserving lumpectomy, mastectomy, lymph node dissection and biopsy. As a research fellow, Dr. Mautner investigated the safety and efficacy of nipple-sparing mastectomy, the accuracy of sentinel lymph node biopsy after neoadjuvant chemotherapy and the molecular genetics of lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS). RSVP: 305-668-5900 Ask the Expert: Long-Term Health Monitoring after Breast Cancer Friday, April 15, 10 - 11:30 am Guest Speaker: Alejandra Perez, M.D. Director Breast Cancer Program Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center-Plantation Follow-up care is important to help maintain good health, manage any side effects from treatment, watch for signs that the cancer may have come back, and screen for other types of cancer. Join Dr. Perez as she discusses the benefits of longterm health monitoring after treatment for breast cancer and learn what a follow-up care plan may include. RSVP: 305-668-5900 Ask the Expert: Intimacy & Sexuality after Gynecological Cancer Wednesday, April 20, 6 - 8 pm Guest Speaker: Marilyn Volker, Ed.D. Our Gynecological Cancers Networking Group invites you to join Dr. Volker for a discussion on the physical and emotional impact a gynecological cancer diagnosis may have on women. During and after treatment, women may develop insecurities and emotional distress about changes in their body. As a sexologist, Dr. Volker can talk about common fears related to intimacy and sexuality and how to effectively communicate them to your doctor and/or partner. RSVP: 305-668-5900 The Mid-Year Resolution: Cancer Survivorship and Recommitting to Your Health Monday, May 16, 6 - 8 pm Guest Speaker: Stacy Cutrono, Ph.D., CES Exercise Oncology Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center May is the perfect time to re-examine your health goals and hone your strategies to ensure your success. Dr. Cutrono will discuss a clear, easy way to understand and organize your health goals for the second half of the year. She will discuss exercise, nutrition, and stress management as key components of your health goals. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss their experiences and ask questions. RSVP: 305-668-5900 The following programs will be held at: The Dave and Mary Alper JCC, 11155 SW 112 Ave., Miami, FL 33176, in the Futernick Family Art Gallery, Building 4 in the Cultural Arts Center Leaky Gut: How to Improve your Health from the Inside Out Wednesday, April 20, 7 - 9 pm Guest Speaker: Raymond Tolmos, Doctor of Chiropractic Frontier Spine and Health Care In this program, Dr. Tolmos will highlight Leaky Gut Syndrome and new understanding of how our intestinal health affects all aspects of our wellbeing, from mood and concentration to more serious states such as auto-immune disorders and even cancers. Survivorship Care: Strategies for Recovery, Wellness, and Prevention Wednesday, May 18, 7 - 8 pm Guest Speaker: M. Beatriz Currier, M.D. Medical Director, Cancer Support Services Miami Cancer Institute This presentation will review the most common physical and psychological effects of cancer and its treatment which may impact the quality of life of cancer survivors. An emphasis on specific strategies to manage these symptoms will be discussed, as well as lifestyle changes that promote wellness and cancer prevention. Exercise: A Powerful Tool in Cancer Survivorship Wednesday, May 18, 8 - 9 pm Guest Speaker: Cathee Connor, CLM Certified Lebed/Healthy Steps Dance and Exercise Specialist, Miami Cancer Institute Exercise is a powerful tool in the fight for the recovery from cancer and should be part of the wellness routine of almost all survivors. Ms. Connor will present the latest guidelines in exercise to help cancer survivors design a workout program that is safe and effective. She will also demonstrate how exercise can be a fun and safe part of your daily routines. RSVP: 305-668-5900 2016 APRIL MONDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY WEDNESDAY FRIDAY Mondays in Spanish 10:30 - 11:30 am Fridays in English, 10:30 - 11:30 am Instructor: Jorge Gonzalez (Monk Noble Silencio) Tai Chi Instructor 10:30-11:30 am Muscle Relaxation 12-1 pm Tai Chi, a form of energy therapy, can be of much benefit to cancer patients. It is an interplay of mental and physical energy that creates renewal, healing and life. Through Tai Chi cancer patients can master the flow of energy in their bodies, though combined mental and physical practice. Tai Chi offers many mental benefits: Improved focus, less susceptibility to stress, less stress-induced pains, and balanced approach to conflict. Some of the physical benefits can be: Improved immune system, better balance, increased energy, and effective use of the body. No reservations needed. 10:30-11:30 am Integración mente-cuerpo 5 From Cancer to Health™ Zumba® Gold Pilates 7 6-7 pm Yoga as Medicine 11 11 am-1 pm (RSVP) Awaken Your Inner Healer Muscle Relaxation Integración mente-cuerpo 12 Yoga 10-11 am 13 Get Fit - Exercise 10-11 am 14 6-7 pm Zumba® Gold Muscle Relaxation 1-2 pm Tai Chi: Physical and Mental Energy in Health Noon 6-8 pm (RSVP) (RSVP) 12-1 pm Michelle Alva, PT 7-8:30 pm (RSVP) 10:30-11:30 am Integración mente-cuerpo 19 10:30 am-12:30 pm Yoga 10-11 am Pilates 1:30-2:30 pm 20 Breathe... Relax... Meditate 12-1 pm 6-7 pm Cocina sana y deliciosa Yoga as Medicine 1:30-3:30 pm (RSVP) Get Fit - Exercise 10-11 am 21 From Cancer to Health™ 11 am-1 pm Zumba® Gold 7-9 pm (RSVP) 10:30 am-1 pm (RSVP) Muscle Relaxation Awaken Your Inner Healer Meditación-Tai Chi 18 en Español Family 16 Networking Group for children with cancer and their families 10:30-11:30 am Networking - Breast Networking Group Leukemia/Lymphoma Ask the Expert: 15 Long-Term Health Monitoring Alejandra Perez, M.D. 10-11:30 am (RSVP) From Cancer to Health™ Breathe... Relax... Meditate 12-1 pm 12-1 pm Pilates 11 am-1 pm Zumba® Gold 9 1:30-2:30 pm 10:30 am-12:30 pm 10:30-11:30 am Noon Michelle Alva, PT 7-8:30 pm (RSVP) Starr Koslow Mautner, M.D. 6-8 pm (RSVP) Family Circle 10:30 am-1 pm (RSVP) Healthy and Delicious Cooking Class Muscle Relaxation Ask the Expert: Breast Cancer Treatment Tai Chi: Physical 8 and Mental Energy in Health 10:30-11:30 am 1-2 pm Breathe... Relax... Meditate 1:30-3:30 pm (RSVP) 6-8 pm Get Fit - Exercise 10-11 am 11 am-1 pm 12-1 pm Meditación-Tai Chi en Español 6 Yoga 10-11 am follow us on twitter @csc_miami 1:30-2:30 pm 10:30 am-12:30 pm Zumba® Gold 2 Tai Chi: Physical 1 and Mental Energy in Health Tai Chi: Physical and Mental Energy in Health Meditación-Tai Chi 4 en Español SATURDAY 23 10:30-11:30 am Zumba® Gold Muscle Relaxation Tai Chi: Physical 22 and Mental Energy in Health 1-2 pm Muscle Relaxation Noon 12-1 pm Networking - Gyn Pilates Dr. Marilyn Volker 6-8 pm (RSVP) 1:30-2:30 pm Leaky Gut Dr. Raymond Tolmos (at JCC) 7-9 pm (RSVP) Meditación-Tai Chi en Español 10:30-11:30 am 25 28 Integración mente-cuerpo 26 10:30 am-12:30 pm Yoga 10-11 am 27 12-1 pm Breathe... Relax... Meditate 6-7 pm 10-11 am From Cancer to Health™ 11 am-1 pm Zumba® Gold Get Fit - Exercise Muscle Relaxation Noon Networking Group Multiple Myeloma 6-8 pm (RSVP) Zumba® Gold 1-2 pm 28 Tai Chi: Physical 29 and Mental Energy in Health 30 10:30-11:30 am Muscle Relaxation 12-1 pm Pilates 1:30-2:30 pm Awaken Your Inner Healer Michelle Alva, PT 7-8:30 pm (RSVP) Contact us 305.668.5900 • www.cancersupportcommunitymiami.org • 8609 South Dixie Highway, Miami, FL 33143 2016 MAY TUESDAY MONDAY Meditación-Tai Chi en Español 2 Integración mente-cuerpo WEDNESDAY 3 4 Yoga 10-11 am THURSDAY FRIDAY Get Fit - Exercise 5 10-11 am 10:30 am-12:30 pm 10:30-11:30 am Breathe... Relax... Meditate Zumba® Gold 6-7 pm 12-1 pm From Cancer to Health™ 1-2 pm 7 Muscle Relaxation 12-1 pm Muscle Relaxation Noon Yoga as Medicine 13 Tai Chi: Physical 6 and Mental Energy in Health 10:30-11:30 am Zumba® Gold 11 am-1 pm SATURDAY Pilates 1:30-3:30 pm (RSVP) 1:30-2:30 pm Awaken Your Inner Healer Michelle Alva, PT 7-8:30 pm (RSVP) 9 Meditación-Tai Chi en Español Integración mente-cuerpo 10 10:30 am-12:30 pm 10:30-11:30 am 11 Yoga From Cancer to Health™ 11 am-1 pm Zumba® Gold Breathe... Relax... Meditate 12-1 pm 6-7 pm 12 Tai Chi: Physical 13 and Mental Energy in Health Family Circle 14 10:30 am-1 pm (RSVP) 10:30-11:30 am Zumba® Gold 1-2 pm Muscle Relaxation Muscle Relaxation Noon 12-1 pm Networking - Breast Networking Group Leukemia/Lymphoma 6-8 pm Get Fit - Exercise 10-11 am 10-11 am 6-8 pm (RSVP) Pilates 1:30-2:30 pm (RSVP) Awaken Your Inner Healer Michelle Alva, PT 7-8:30 pm (RSVP) Meditación-Tai Chi 16 en Español 10:30-11:30 am Zumba® Gold Integración mente-cuerpo 17 10:30 am-12:30 pm 18 Get Fit - Exercise 10-11 am 19 From Cancer to Health™ Breathe... Relax... Meditate 12-1 pm Yoga 10-11 am 6-7 pm 11 am-1 pm Zumba® Gold Muscle Relaxation 1-2 pm 10:30-11:30 am The Mid-Year Resolution Cocina sana y deliciosa 7-9 pm (RSVP) 12-1 pm Meditación-Tai Chi 23 en Español 10:30-11:30 am 6-7:30 pm (RSVP) Pilates Survivorship Care 1:30-2:30 pm M. Beatriz Currier, M.D. and Exercise Cathee Connor, CLM (at JCC) 7-9 pm (RSVP) Stacy Cutrono, Ph.D., CES 6-8 pm (RSVP) Integración mente-cuerpo 24 10:30 am-12:30 pm Yoga 10-11 am 25 Get Fit - Exercise 10-11 am From Cancer to Health™ 11 am-1 pm Zumba® Gold Zumba® Gold Muscle Relaxation 12-1 pm 6-7 pm 26 Tai Chi: Physical 27 and Mental Energy in Health 28 10:30-11:30 am 1-2 pm Noon Breathe... Relax... Meditate Family 21 Networking Group for children with cancer and their families 10:30 am-1 pm (RSVP) Muscle Relaxation Noon Networking - Gyn Yoga as Medicine 1:30-3:30 pm (RSVP) Tai Chi: Physical 20 and Mental Energy in Health Networking Group Multiple Myeloma 6-8 pm (RSVP) Muscle Relaxation 12-1 pm Pilates 1:30-2:30 pm Awaken Your Inner Healer Michelle Alva, PT 7-8:30 pm (RSVP) Closed Memorial Day 30 Integración mente-cuerpo 31 10:30 am-12:30 pm Breathe... Relax... Meditate 6-7 pm Like Cancer Support Community Greater Miami Facebook Page today! From Cancer to Health™ Wednesdays, 11 am - 1 pm Facilitator: Cynthia Mendez Tamayo, LMFT From Cancer to Health™ (C2H) is an empirically supported biobehavioral intervention that educates patients about strategies for coping with cancer stress. Expert panels of health psychologists at The Ohio State University developed this manualized intervention specifically with the needs of adult cancer patients in mind using cognitive and behavioral therapeutic techniques. Our C2H would include eight 2-hour long weekly sessions and four 2-hour long maintenance monthly sessions. Initial Interview required. Call Cynthia at 305-668-5900, ext. 230. TIP: Use technology to your advantage! Program your favorite CSCGM Programs into your cell phone calendar! Contact us 305.668.5900 • www.cancersupportcommunitymiami.org • 8609 South Dixie Highway, Miami, FL 33143 Mark your calendar 8609 South Dixie Highway Miami, FL 33143 305-668-5900 So that no one faces cancer alone.® Cancer Support Community Greater Miami helps people with cancer - and the people who support them - enhance their health and well-being through a professional program of emotional support, education and hope, all free of charge. Ofrecemos programas en Español Non-Proft Organization US Postage Paid Miami, FL Permit No. 05060 www.CancerSupportCommunityMiami.org 305-668-5900 Program Calendar April - May 2016 FREE CANCER SUPPORT For more information please contact Cynthia Mendez Tamayo, LMFT at 305-668-5900 ext. 230. 3. Help parents address their own emotional needs so they can better manage the tasks of parenting a child with cancer. 2. Give well siblings an opportunity for safe expression regarding how cancer has affected them by providing developmentally appropriate support for their needs. 1. Help children with cancer process feelings, adapt to stress of their illness, skill build and learn through age-appropriate interventions including therapeutic play. Our Services: Cancer Support Community Greater Miami (CSCGM) Pediatric Oncology Program, presented by Carnival Foundation. PEDIATRIC ONCOLOGY PROGRAM Children and Teens Programs