Community Resources

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SUPPORT GROUPS

Blood Cancers Support Group
Free. Monthly group for patients, parents, family and friends who have been affected by leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease, myeloma or any other blood cancers. Sponsored by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. For information, call 526-4500, ext. 6505.

Breast Cancer Support Group
Free. For women who have breast cancer. Provides a place to share concerns with others and to cope. Ongoing, meets 2nd Tuesday of each month. For information, please call 526-4500, ext. 6505.

Breastfeeding Assistance Program
Provides outpatient, inpatient and phone consultations for breastfeeding difficulties and questions. For information, please call 572-7262.

Cardiac Independence Program
Ongoing. For information, please call 572-7262.

Diabetes Support Group
Free. For people with diabetes. Meets 3rd Monday of each month. For information, please call 572-7262.

Maintenance and Beyond
Free. For weight loss surgery patients who have reached goal weight. Seating is limited. For reservations, call 572-7262.

Mommy and Me
Free. For mothers with infants. Meets weekly. For information, please call 572-7262.

Pulmonary Independence Program
Ongoing. For information, please call 572-7262.

Recreational Opportunities for Cancer Kids (R.O.C.K.)
A monthly program of fun activities for local children who are being treated for, or are recovering from cancer. R.O.C.K. kids' siblings and parents are also welcome to the events. For information, please call (209) 530-3600.

Weight Loss Surgery Support Group
Provides topics specific to the needs of the bariatric patient. Open to patients, their family or friends, and anyone considering surgery. Meets monthly. For information, please call 572-7262.

Writing Through Cancer Group
A recurring 10-session group for cancer survivors and their family members or their caregivers. Please call 569-7789.
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CLASSES

Breastfeeding/Newborn Care Class
A certified lactation consultant provides information about breastfeeding, getting started and how to avoid breastfeeding difficulties. Register for this class by the seventh month of pregnancy. The fee is $20. For information or to register, please call 572-7262.

Childbirth Education
A five-week series of classes gives expectant parents the tools and knowledge to make the transition from pregnancy to parenthood. Breastfeeding instruction is included. Register for this class by the fourth or fifth month of pregnancy. The fee for the series of classes is $75. For information or to register, please call 572-7262.

Daddy 101
Free. A three-week series beginning the first Thursday of every month. New and expectant dads can learn the ropes about baby care, infant behavior, baby illness, safety and childproofing techniques. For information or to register, call 572-7262.

Hip or Knee Replacement
Twice monthly. Meets 2nd Tuesday and the 4th Tuesday of each month. For class information, please call 526-4500, ext. 6470.

Lifesaving Skills for Infants and Children (Community)
An American Heart Association class for parents, grandparents or other adults caring for children who want to learn about accident prevention, CPR and how to relieve choking in infants and children. $15 per person, $25 per couple. To register, please call 548-7888.

SafeSitters Babysitting Class
Medically accurate classs that teaches 11 to 13-year-olds how to handle emergencies when babysitting. For schedule and class information, please call 548-7888.

Weight Loss Surgery Seminars
For individuals considering or planning on weight loss surgery. Meets 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month. For information and reservations, please call 525-3885.
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PROGRAMS

"The Cancer Report" Health TV Program
Comcast Channel 26, Government Access Channel 7 and 19. Visit www.thecancerreport.com for times and episode topics.

Introduction to Complementary Therapies: The Healing Journey
Sessions for cancer survivors, their family members, and their caregivers. Call 569-7789.
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TOURS

Pediatric Pre-Operative Class and Tour
Free, Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., for kids going through surgery. For information, please call (209) 572-7001.

Stork Tour
Free tour of the Family Birthing Center. Meets every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at Memorial Medical Plaza, 1800 Coffee Road. For information, please call (209) 572-7262.

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