| Patient
& Family Services |
We
offer several support groups to meet the needs of the community.
For more information please call 562.799.3131.
Breast Cancer Support Group: For all patients diagnosed with and in treatment for breast cancer.
Meets 2nd & 4th Monday, 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Los Alamitos Youth Center, located at 10909 Oak Street Los Alamitos, CA 90720-2315.
Any questions can be directed to CSF at 562.799.3131.
Bereavement
Support Groups: Offered since 1989 for the newly widowed, eight week programs
are provided several times during the year and are co-sponsored
by TrinityCare Hospice. Chaplain Mike Meador is the facilitator,
and volunteer Connie Fike, the CSF Program Assistant, helps with
the group. Connie is herself a widow and has great understanding
about the grieving process. This program is scheduled 3-4 times
during the calendar year. Please call 562.799.3131 for the next scheduled date.
Bereavement
Services: In
addition to the groups provided, a program offering monthly literature
for one year helps those who prefer not to attend a group. Mailings
are specific to the length of time of bereavement. Materials specific
for children are included as needed.
Strong
& Healthy: An exercise class for women who are currently undergoing treatment
for cancer or who have recently completed their treatment. The
class is an hour of gentle toning and stretching, designed to
help restore strength and well-being.
The class is led by a licensed trainer and is held Monday thru Thursday from 10:30-11:30am at Tru II Form Women's gym, 311 Main Street,
Seal Beach. The class is free and no gym membership is required,
but reservations must be made and a doctor's note is required.
Call Cancer Support Foundation at 562.799.3131.
Patient
Support Services:
Our trained volunteers provide support to cancer patients and
their loved ones. Hospital and home visits, transportation services,
practical assistance, and emotional support during especially
stressful times are just some of the services they provide. There
is also someone available in the office should patients and family
members need referrals to other community agencies and services.
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| Volunteer
Training |
The
Foundation offers volunteer training to meet the needs of cancer
patients. Training includes 24 hours of seminars covering topics
such as counseling skills, understanding the special needs of cancer
patients, and the grieving process. Ongoing education for volunteers
is held throughout the year.
If
you would like to volunteer, click on events on the left to find
the latest information about upcoming Volunteer Training offerings,
or call the office at 562.799.3131.
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