Grief and Loss During the Cancer Journey • Tuesday, July 18 • 5:30 PM This presentation will discuss the ways in which losses may be experienced and grieved by individuals both during and after cancer treatment. A biopsychosocial-spiritual lens will be used for understanding a variety of losses that individuals living with cancer may grieve while living a life that has been affected. Register for Zoom |
Tools for Managing Worry • Tuesday, August 8 • 6:00 PM Worry and anxiety are of the most common concerns for people with cancer and their loved ones. Worrying about treatment, recurrence, symptom management, and balancing practical matters can compound to create high levels of distress and emotional exhaustion. This workshop lead by Jennifer L. Abel, Ph.D., teaches participants about worry, how it impacts your body, and different strategies to manage worries that are out of our control. Register for Zoom |
Couples and Cancer The Story of Us • Wednesday, September 6 • 6:30 PM Conflict and Communication • Wednesday, September 20 • 6:30 PM Relax and Reflect • Wednesday, September 27 • 6:30 PM Many couples experience changes in their relationship when one person has cancer, including a shift in roles and responsibilities, decreased sexual health and intimacy, and changes in communication. Join Kelly O’Neal, MSW, LCSW for this series on reconnecting as a couple through discussion and communication exercises based on education received through Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1 Training. Both partners need to be present to attend this interactive workshop. Couples may attend any or all of these sessions. Register for ZOOM |
Walk Me Through It: Gynecological Cancers • Tuesday, September 12 • NOON Join us for a conversation with a ReVital Certified cancer rehabilitation physical therapist to discuss the role of physical, occupational, and speech therapy to support your healing though cancer. We will walk you through what evaluations and treatments would look like for individuals with a specific diagnosis to focus on the unique needs of that population. A CSC clinician will be available to discuss ways to support you and your loved ones in mind, body, and spirit through a variety of services. Cancer survivors (before, during and after treatment), family members, and health care providers are welcome! Register for Zoom |
Frankly Speaking About Prostate Cancer • Tuesday, September 19 • 6:30 PM (David M. Sindelar Cancer Center - 1st Floor Conference Room - 10050 Kennerly Road, St. Louis, MO, 63128) This program is created for people diagnosed with prostate cancer and their loved ones. This workshop educates participants about symptoms and screenings for prostate cancer as well as treatment options and side effect management. Anyone is welcome. RSVP for LIVE session |