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Sandie’s Café patio produce stand
Every Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., stop by the patio outside the Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center to purchase farm-fresh fruits and vegetables. Cash or SHS payroll deduction is accepted. Watch for food demos by an oncology dietitian each month. Healthy eating is right at your fingertips!
About this newsletter Welcome to the newsletter for
cancer survivors and their loved
ones in Benton, Lincoln and Linn
counties.
September 2017
Free Celtic harp concert & interactive musical experience Cancer survivors and their loved ones are invited to attend a free, interactive harp music experience on Sept. 20 in Corvallis. Participants will enjoy a Celtic harp concert as well as a chance to try their hands at making music on a harp. No musical experience is needed; attendees can choose to listen only if preferred. Harps will be provided. Concerts are held the third Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Sept. 20, Oct. 18, Nov. 15 and Dec. 20 at the Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center, 501 NW Elks Drive in Corvallis. Musicians Laura Zaerr and Lisa Lynne share their talent as part of ArtsCare, a program with Samaritan Health Services to promote health and well-being through art and music. Space is limited and reservations are required. Please contact Sara Krainik, ArtsCare Coordinator, at [email protected] or 541-768-6762 for information and to register for this free event. Participants enjoyed the first interactive harp session at the SPRCC.
Support groups ArtsCare Workshop – Albany
Second Saturdays, 10 to noon. Guest artist leads cancer survivors
through an art project. No experience needed. All materials are
provided.
Location: Samaritan Cancer Resource Center- Albany For information or to register: 541-768-6762
Breast Cancer Support Group – Corvallis
Third Mondays, 7 to 8:30 p.m. For anyone diagnosed with breast
cancer. A safe place to share hopes, fears and experiences.
Location: Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center Facilitator: Kathy Nepper, RN- Project HER, 541-768-2376
Cancer Support Group – Lebanon
Second Mondays, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Open to patients and caregivers of
all cancer types. Discussion about any cancer-related issue or
concern is welcomed.
Location: Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, Conference Room A Facilitator: Anita Earl, LCSW For information: 541-768-2171 or 541-812-5888
Caregiver Support Group – Albany
Second Wednesdays, 6 to 7:30 p.m. A place for partners/spouse
caregivers to share and discuss all aspects of living with cancer.
Location: Samaritan Cancer Resource Center- Albany Facilitator: Jean Schumer, LCSW, PhD, and Bonnie Strunk, RN, 541-812-3354
Caregiver Support Group – Newport
Third Wednesdays, noon to 1 p.m. For anyone needing a space to
discuss the demands of caregiving.
Location: Center for Health Education at Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital Facilitator: Nannette Bengel, 541-574-3743
Grief Support Groups – Albany/Lebanon
Ongoing. For those who have lost a loved one. The loss does not have
to be recent or related to cancer.
Locations: Samaritan Evergreen Hospice House and Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital Facilitator: Virginia Tyler, LPC, 541-812-4680
Grief Support Groups – Newport/Lincoln City
Ongoing. For those who have lost a loved one. The loss does not have
to be recent or related to cancer.
Locations: Center for Health Education (Newport) Samaritan Home Health and Hospice (Lincoln City) Facilitator: Rick Derby, 541-574-1811, and Jerry Koetitz, 541-996-7328
GYN Cancer Support Group – Corvallis
Sept. 12, 1:30 to 3 p.m. For anyone with a history of gynecological
cancer.
Location: The Corvallis Clinic Facilitator: Parker Williams For information: 541-768-2375 Lincoln City Breast Cancer Support Group Third Thursday of every month at 10 a.m. Location: Vivian’s Restaurant located at 1115 SE 1st St. in Lincoln City Facilitators: Susan Bosnjak, 541-994-4016 and Diane Rinks, 541-409-5618
Living with Cancer – Albany
First Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Open to patients and caregivers of all
cancer types. Discussion of any cancer-related issue or concern is
welcomed.
Location: Samaritan Cancer Resource Center–Albany Facilitator: Janie Moody, RN, (days) 541-768-5220, or Mike Hubler (evenings) 541-753-1238
Man to Man Cancer Support Group – Albany
First and third Thursdays, 4 to 6 p.m. Men’s cancer support group
provides a space for men to discuss the physical and emotional
aspects of this disease.
Location: Albany General Hospital Facilitator: Jeff Hale For information or to register: 541-924-5910, or 541-812-5888
Metastatic Cancer Support Group – Corvallis
Second and fourth Wednesdays, 11 to 12:30 p.m. For anyone living
with advanced cancer. Please call to register.
Location: Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center Facilitator: Jeanette Hansen, MSW, LCSW For information: 541-768-6005 or 541-768-2171
Newport Cancer Support Group – Newport
First Tuesdays, 5 to 6:30 p.m. For female cancer survivors as well as
those who are newly diagnosed.
Location: Center for Health Education at Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital, Newport Facilitator: Pam Spence For information: 541-264-0242
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Prostate Cancer Support Group – Lincoln City
First Thursdays, noon. The prostate cancer support group provides a
space for men to discuss the physical and emotional aspects of this
disease.
Location: Pig & Pancake, Lincoln City Facilitator: Bernie Cooperstein For information: [email protected]
Young Adult Cancer Survivors (YACS) – Corvallis
Second Tuesdays, 6 to 8 p.m. For anyone between the ages of 25 to
45 diagnosed with cancer.
Location: Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center For information: 541-768-2171
Events this month
Art Workshop – Albany Second Saturdays, 10 a.m. to noon., free art workshops for cancer
survivors. No art experience needed – just a willingness to have fun!
This month: On Sept. 9, join Liz in creating a wall hanging or small platter out of clay. Once made, trace images onto the piece and include a favorite saying or stamp it with a haiku. Location: Samaritan Cancer Resource Center – Albany For information or to register: 541-768-6762
Interactive Celtic harp concert Third Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m., free interactive harp concerts This month: On Sept. 20, join other cancer survivors in a participative harp music event. Location: Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center For information/register: Sara Krainik, 541-768-6762 or [email protected]
Permission to Play – Philomath Fourth Thursdays, Free textile arts class for women who have been diagnosed with cancer. No sewing or quilting experience necessary. All supplies are provided.
This month: On Sept. 28, 1 to 4 p.m., stencil silk scarves with Nancy Bryant. Location: 1243 Main Street, Philomath For information/register: LuAnn Kessi, 541-438-4771
Workshops & retreats
Harmony Hill Harmony Hill Retreat Center in Washington offers retreats,
workshops, webinars and more. A variety of free, short retreats are available to survivors and their loved ones. Visit HarmonyHill.org/Cancer for more information.
Breast Friends: Thriving Beyond Cancer Workshops Sept. 9 – 11 and Nov. 10 – 12 for women with a history of cancer, offering a space to share feelings. Location: Pacific City For information: 503-598-8048, [email protected]
Volunteer opportunities
Samaritan Transitions A service pairing volunteers with people who are experiencing
serious, life-limiting illness.
Location: Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon Call Karen McLain, 541-812-4677
Save the Date
Faces of Cancer: Walk for the Cause Oct. 7, 8:30 a.m. Cancer fighters and survivors are invited to
walk and share their cancer stories at Walk for the Cause
Location: Linn County Courthouse For information: [email protected]
Project H.E.R Education Day Oct. 21, Free educational event open to all cancer patients,
survivors, families, caregivers and community members. Location: LaSells Stewart Center, OSU For information: call Parker Williams at 541-768-2375
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Resources Cook For Cancer — Benton, Lincoln and Linn counties
Ongoing. Delivers free meals for individuals and families undergoing
cancer treatment.
Locations: Benton, Linn and Lincoln counties Call Parker Williams from Project H.E.R., The Corvallis Clinic, at 541-768-2375 Hair Loss Solutions – Albany/Corvallis
Wigs, hats and scarves are provided for free to patients. Location: Samaritan Cancer Resource Centers Call for wig fitting appt.: 541-768-2171 or 541-812-5888 Komen Treatment Access Program — Oregon/SW Washington
Ongoing. Gas, hotel and food assistance for rural woman in treatment
for breast cancer.
For information, contact [email protected] or call 211 and ask for Komen Treatment Access Program.
Look Good … Feel Better — Corvallis
Sept. 13, 2 to 4 p.m. A free program to help women cope with
appearance-related side effects of cancer treatments. Participants
receive head coverings, skin care/make-up products and application
techniques.
Location: The Corvallis Clinic, Aumann Bldg.,Corvallis Call to register: 1-800-227-2345
Moving Forward — Corvallis
Sept. 11, noon to 1 p.m. A special program designed to help you
understand the services and resources provided to you by the
Samaritan Cancer Program. A meet and greet overview, with lunch
provided, to help you and your loved ones in this journey from
diagnosis to survivorship. Location: Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center. Call to RSVP or more information, 541-768-2171
Nutrition consultations — Albany/Corvallis/Lebanon
Current oncology patients are invited to discuss their nutrition-related
questions and concerns with a registered dietitian. Contact your
oncologist’s office to schedule a free consultation with a registered
dietitian near you.
Project HER: Breast Cancer Mentorship – Benton, Linn and Lincoln
counties
Pairs newly diagnosed patients with a mentor who has been through
similar diagnosis, as well as the process of treatment and recovery,
to provide extra support and guidance. Location: Benton, Linn and Lincoln counties Call Parker Williams, 541-768-2375
Sandie’s Café patio produce stand — Corvallis
Purchase farm-fresh fruits and vegetables every Wednesday, 10:30
a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Location: The patio in front of the Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center
Swedish massage therapy – Albany/Corvallis
Massage for relaxation and stress reduction. Free for patients.
Physician approval is required.
Corvallis: Tuesdays, 9 to noon and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; Wednesdays,
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Fridays 1 to 4 p.m.
Albany: Wednesdays, 1 to 4 p.m. and Thursdays, 9 to 4 p.m. Locations: Samaritan Cancer Resource Centers in Albany and Corvallis For information: 541-768-2171 or 541-812-5888
Surviving to Thriving — Corvallis/Newport
Ongoing classes. A free six-week class helps survivors and their
families redefine themselves through creativity.
Location: Corvallis and Newport Call for information: 541-574-4745 for Newport; 541-768-6762 for Corvallis
SurvivorFit — Benton, Lincoln and Linn counties
Ongoing. Free three-month long fitness club membership.
Location: SamFits in Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon and Newport; participating fitness centers in Sweet Home, Newport and Lincoln City. Call 541-768-2171 or 541-812-5888 That’s My Farmer – Newport/Lincoln City
Cancer survivors are invited to join a nutrition and wellness program
designed to meet the needs of people touched by cancer. The
five-week program combines education with fresh, local fruits and
vegetables. Location/dates: Newport, Sept. 12 to Oct. 10 and Lincoln City, Sept. 20 to Oct. 18 For information: call 541-768-2171 or 541-812-5888
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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
Massage **** 9 to noon; 1:30 to 3 p.m.
* Samaritan Cancer Resource Center – Albany, 400 NW Hickory St ** TCC: The Corvallis Clinic *** Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital ****Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center, Corvallis + Newport ++Lincoln City
September 2017 cancer groups and services
Lebanon cancer support group*** 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Massage */**** See page 4 for details
Metastatic cancer group****11 to 12:30 p.m. Look Good…Feel Better** 2 to 4 p.m.
Caregivers*6 to 7:30 p.m. Massage */**** See page 4 for details Caregiver group+ noon to 1 p.m. Celtic harp concert**** 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Massage */**** See page 4 for details Metastatic cancer support group**** 11 to 12:30 p.m.
Massage **** 9 to noon; 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Massage **** 9 to noon; 1:30 to 3 p.m. GYN cancer group** 1:30 to 3 p.m. Young Adult Cancer Survivors**** 6 to 8 p.m.
Massage **** 9 to noon; 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Cancer support group+ 5 to 6:30 p.m. Living with cancer group* 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Breast cancer support group****
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Massage * 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Breast cancer support
group++ 10 a.m. Man to Man*** 4 to 6 p.m.
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Massage * 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prostate support group++ noon
Man to Man*** 4 to 6 p.m.
Massage * 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Massage**** 1 to 4 p.m.
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Patio Produce Stand
Stop by the patio in front of Sandie’s Cafe on
Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to purchase
farm-fresh fruits and vegetables! Cash or SHS
payroll deduction is accepted.
Sandie’s Café Barista Karlee Collier shows off the array of available produce.
Massage**** 1 to 4 p.m.
Massage**** 1 to 4 p.m.
ArtsCare* 10 a.m. to noon Labor Day
Samaritan Cancer Resource Centers closed
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Moving Forward****
noon to 1 p.m.
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Massage * 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Permission to Play 1 to 4 p.m.
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