The C.R. Wood Cancer Center is pleased to provide the following services to help people living with cancer, and their families, improve their physical and emotional health.
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Living with Hope
For: Individuals with advanced cancer
Meets: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 1:00 p.m., C.R. Wood Cancer Center Library
Info: Gerry Florio, Ph.D., (518) 926-6528
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Monday Night Support Group
For: Individuals and family diagnosed with any cancer
Meets: 3rd Monday of each month, 7:00 p.m., C.R. Wood Cancer Center Library
Info: Paul Miller, RN, OCN, (518) 926-6629
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Family Connections
For: Children, teens and parents facing life after the illness or loss of a loved one
Meets: 3rd Thursday of each month during the school year, 5:30 p.m., Ballard Elementary School in Wilton
Info: Carmen Della Bella, (518) 926-6515
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Young Survivors Group
For: Young adults with cancer
Meets: 1st Monday of each month, 6:00 p.m., C.R. Wood Cancer Center Library
Info: Vickie Yattaw, RN, OCN, (518) 926-6639
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Blood Cancer Support Group
For: Individuals and family diagnosed with lymphoma, leukemia or multiple myeloma
Meets: 2nd Wednesday of each month (other than July and August), 6:00 p.m., C.R. Wood Cancer Center Library
Info: Karen Cook, LMSW, OSW-C, (518) 926-6619
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Breast Cancer: ABC Support Group (After Breast Cancer)
For: Individuals with breast cancer
Meets: 4th Monday of each month, 6:00 p.m., C.R. Wood Cancer Center Waiting Room
Info: Vickie Yattaw, RN, BSN, OCN, (518) 926-6639
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Laryngectomy: Adirondack Mountains New Voice Club
For: Individuals and family who have completed, or are considering, surgery.
Meets: 1st Friday of each month, 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Rehabilitation Center on Bay Road
Info: Maggie Dochak, MSCCC-SLP, (518) 926-2025
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Ovarian Cancer: Rays of Hope
For: Women with ovarian cancer
Meets: 3rd Wednesday of each month, 4:00 p.m., C.R. Wood Community Learning Center at Glens Falls Hospital
Info: Mary Davis, (518) 656-9321 or Carol Smith, (518) 793-0565
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Prostate Cancer Awareness Group
For: Men with prostate cancer and their family
Meets: 3rd Thursday of each month, 7:00 p.m., C.R. Wood Community Learning Center at Glens Falls Hospital
Info: Paul Miller, RN, OCN, (518) 926-6629
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Tai Chi Classes
For: Anyone interested in practicing this ancient program of gentle exercise and stretching for improved health and wellness
Meets: Monday afternoon, 3:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., C.R. Wood Community Learning Center at Glens Falls Hospital
Info: Jodi Brynes, (518) 926-5942
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"Healthy Steps" Exercise/Dance Classes
For: Individuals with a cancer diagnosis who are interested in a light exercise and dance program to improve their physical and emotional health
Meets: In six-week sessions on Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m., C.R. Wood Community Learning Center at Glens Falls Hospital
Info: Vickie Yattaw, RN, BSN, ONC, (518) 926-6639
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"Ways of Seeing" Art Workshop
For: Individuals and family diagnosed with any cancer who want to enjoy the life-affirming pleasures of making art
Meets: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, 11:30 a.m., C.R. Wood Cancer Center Library
Info: Paul Miller, RN, OCN, (518) 926-6629
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Circle of Hope Knitting Group
For: Cancer survivors who want to learn to knit and crochet
Meets: Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., C.R. Wood Cancer Center Library
Info: Vickie Yattaw, RN, BSN, OCN, (518) 926-6639
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Look Good ... Feel Better®
American Cancer Society
For: Women cancer survivors interested in hair care and cosmetics tips
Meets: Various dates at the C.R. Wood Cancer Center Library
Info: Call toll-free 1-800-395-LOOK (5665) for dates and times
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Maratelle Breast Care Products Showcase
For: Women cancer survivors interested in breast care and lymphedema products
Meets: By appointment on Thursdays in the Uniquely You® Boutique Salon
Info: Vickie Yattaw, RN, BSN, ONC, (518) 926-6639
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Tobacco Cessation Services
For: Anyone who wants to quit smoking
Meets: A variety of days and times
Info: (518) 926-5905 or toll-free 1-866-765-1565
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Breast Cancer Survivor Luncheon
For: All breast cancer survivors
Meets: Once each October
Info: Vickie Yattaw, (518) 926-6639
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Prostate Cancer Survivor Dinner
For: All prostate cancer survivors
Meets: Once each June
Info:Paul Miller, RN, OCN, (518) 926-6629
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