OREGON
ALBANY, OR
Heritage Meadows- Cancer Support Group First & Third Tuesdays 7pm - 1212 34th Ave SE, Janie Moody, 541-917-8478
ASTORIA, OR
Columbia House Condominium Party Room- Breast Cancer Support Group....women with other cancers are certainly welcomed too 2nd Weds, 12:00-1:30 pm - Nancy Magathan, RN 503-325-4321 ext.5565...nancy_magathan@columbiamemorial.org
BEND, OR
Sara Fisher Breast Cancer Project - Community Breast Cancer Case Manager Clinical Care Coordinator/Patient Advocate- Pam Didente, RN, MN - 541.410.2006 or pdidente@scmc.orgSt. Charles Medical Center - Cancer Services Department Ann Remsen 541.693.5864 aremsen@scmc.org
Family Cancer Support Group Tues, 6:00-8:00 pm - Samantha Bennett, MSW -541.388.7733
The Navigator Program - Information & emotional peer support for newly diagnosed breast cancer patients- Diane Ervin, MSW – 541.383.6833
Women's Cancer Support Group Thurs, 1:00-3:00 pm - Samantha Bennett, MSW - 541.383.6833
COOS BAY, OR
Cancer Treatment Support Group for patients, their family & friends. Mon, 9:00 -11:30 am - Linda Furman-Grile - 541.269.2986Focus on Healing Exercise Group for breast cancer patients. Fri, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm - Kristin Crusoe, RN - 541.269.8526
CORVALLIS
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center 541.768.5111 Corvallis Breast Cancer Support Group - 3rd Mon, 7:00 - 9:00 pm - Gerry Gibson - 541.768.6005 ggibson@samhealth.org
EUGENE. OR
American Cancer Society - 541.484.2211 *Reach to Recovery - For breast cancer patients. Look Good, Fee1 Better- monthly – For patients on chemotherapy.Breast Friends Cancer Support Group- Thursday 5-6pm "First I Cry" group will meet for newly diangosed patients. This is to ease ladies into the main support group which will meet from 6-7:30. Fairfield Nazarene Church, Rm 11 Contact Veronica Clift 541-998-3386
Willamette Valley Cancer Center - Breast Cancer Support Group Tues, 5:15-6:30 pm Linda Godell- 541.683.5001 www.wvcancercenter.com
GOLD BEACH/CURRY COUNTY, OR
Breast Cancer Support Group - For more info e-mail Joyce: exercise@charter.net
GRANTS PASS, OR
Three Rivers Women's Cancer Support Group2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30-8p.m. Three Rivers Community Hospital Outpatient Center Conference Room "B" 1505 NW Washington Blvd. Contact: Sandy Radtke, MSW, LCSW, 541-472-7038
CanSurvive-Support group for survivors of all kinds of cancer and the people who care for them. Every Tuesday from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Three Rivers Community Hospital Outpatient Center Conference Room "B" 1505 NW Washington Blvd. Contact: Rosie Watne or Kathy Prewitt at 541-472-7040
Look Good, Feel Better-Designed to help women undergoing cancer treatments learn to cope with the appearance-related side effects of treatment and regain a sense of self-confidence. Washington Outpatient Center, No fee, but appointments required. (541) 472-0364 or 1-877-221-3073
GRESHAM. OR
Women’s cancer support group, Center for Advanced Learning building, 1484 N.E. Civic Drive, Gresham. 6-7:30 p.m. third Thursday each month. Call Susan Bowker, 503-665-3118, ext. 208.
HILLSBORO, OR
OHSU- Tuality Campus General Cancer Support Group - 1st Weds, 6:30-8:00 pm Amy Kaiser - 503.681.1758- Amy.kaiser@tualityorgHOOD RIVER
Hood River Valley Adult Center Bereavement Support Group, Hood River Group meets 1st, 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM and 2nd and 4th Thursday at 10:00 AM at Hospice of the Gorge, Call 541-387-6449
KLAMATH FALLS, OR
Merle West Medical Center/Cancer Treatment Center Health Education Center/Mabel Liskey Hensel Pavilion - Breast Cancer Survivors Support – Women only 1st Thurs, 7:00 pm Peggy Skillin, LCSW - 541 883.4171 pskillin@mwmc.org
LEBANON, OR
Lebanon Hospital - Breast Cancer Support Group 2nd Mon, 7:00 - 8:30 pm - Mary Whitney - 541.451.2384 whitney@centurytel.net
MEDFORD, OR
American Cancer Society Call 541.779.6091 Reach to Recovery - For breast cancer patients.
RVMC Breast Cancer Support Group 1st and 3rd Thurs of each month, 12:30 to 2 p.m. RVMC First Floor, Mustard Conference Room, No fee. (541) 789-6176 or 789-4342 Join us in an opportunity to enhance the quality of life for women with a diagnosis of breast cancer. Come and share your challenges and coping strategies in a safe atmosphere of mutual support. Facilitated by Gail Kessler, MSSA, LCSW.
Look Good, Feel Better 1st Monday of the month, Washington Outpatient Center, Dubs Cancer Center Library-Call for information. (541) 779-6092 Experiencing skin, facial and nail changes during cancer treatment is common.
Caring and Sharing Every Tuesday of the month, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Dubs Cancer Center, No fee. (541) 789-5836, Supportive group for those with cancer, their families and friends.
Lymphedema Support Group Contact: (541) 789-5543
Providence Medford - Breast Cancer Support Group – 1st & 3rd Weds, 12:00-2:00 pm Day and Evening Breast Cancer Support Groups for all women who are living with breast cancer, Leila J. Eisenstein Breast Center at Providence Medford Medical Center, Call for information (541) 732-6295
Women Alive-a Psycho-educational Group for Women Diagnosed with Breast Cancer Contact: (541) 582-3965 or (541) 732-6295
Evening Breast Cancer Support Group 2nd & 4th Weds, 5:30-7:00 pm Jolene Wallace, LCSW - 541.732.6295
Kids Konnected - For kids with parents who have cancer - 4th Tues, 6:30 pm Contact: (541) 732-7004 (Providence Cancer Library and Resource Center)
NEWBERG
Breast Friends Newberg Group meets First Tuesday of each month, 6:30-7:30pm Please contact: Lynn Thornburgh, 503-538-9779 or e-mail Lynn at: ltburgh@gmail.com
NEWPORT, OR
Female Cancer Support Group-2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 5-6:30pm - SPCH conference room Karen Murphy 541-574-1827
OREGON CITY. OR
Breast Friends Support Group - Breast cancer support group meets 3rd Thursday each month at Coffman Excavation, 13014 Clackamas River Dr., Oregon, City, off exit 10. Meets from 7-8 PM. Call Deb Hart for more info 503-901-7900Willamette Falls Hospital - Breast Cancer Support Group, Community Education Building, 519 15th St, Oregon City 3rd Tues, 1:30- 3:00 pm - Roberta Adey, MSW-503.655.7581
PORTLAND METRO,
Adventist Medical Center Anyone with cancer-their family & friends of those with cancer. 2nd & 4th Wed 4-5:30pm, call 503-251-6305 or Alix Hendricks 503-309-2222American Cancer Society -503.295.6422 (Serves Clackamas, Multnomah & Washington counties) *Reach to Recovery - For breast cancer patients. Also visit American Cancer Society Discovery Stores, Upscale resale, 11 stores in Oregon & Washington. One location is Willowbrook Shopping Center 11545 SW Durham Rd, Suite B3 Tigard Or 503-684-9060
Breast Friends Resources Breast Friends offers many services and support groups for patients, friends and families, 503.598.8048, www.breastfriends.com, 14050 SW Pacific Hwy #201,Tigard, OR. Our local area support groups include:
Young Metastatic Breast Cancer Group-Meets 1st Mon each month 6:30-8:00 pm,
Breast Friends Volunteer Match program – resource for people experiencing cancer alone. Call 503.598.8048
Thriving Beyond Breast Cancer - 4 week Workshop for women transitioning into their new lives after treatment. Sharon Henifin, Certified Life Coach.
Support group for breast and other women's cancers. Meets 3rd Monday of each month - 7pm-8:30pm at the Breast Friend's office located at 14050 SW Pacific Hwy, #201 (must be able to walk upstairs). Call Dianna Bancke for information, 503-880-6886
Lesbian support group for breast and other women's cancers. This group is for lesbians and their parters who have been diagnosed with breast or other women's cancers. Meets 2nd Wednesday of each month at the Breast Friends office at 14050 SW Pacific Hwy, Suite 201, Tigard. Time is 7:00pm to 8:30 pm. Call Tori directly at 503-332-7795 with questions.
Bridging the Gap, Male Breast Cancer Support Group - For men with breast cancer. This support group will help answer some of your questions and allow you to not feel so alone in this journey. Open to all, 1st Thurs of each month, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, located in North/South conference room in Good Samaritan Medical Bldg. For more information or questions call Lowell Gere-503.723.9087 or email him at lagere@earthlink.net
Epic Imaging - East and West - EPIC Imaging is the Portland metro area's largest and most technologically advanced outpatient imaging facility. With three locations to serve you, we offer excellent diagnostic services and fast turnaround of results. EPIC Imaging|East, 233 NE 102nd Ave.,Portland, OR 97220, Phone: 503-253-1105 - EPIC Imaging|West, 8950 SW Nimbus Avenue, Beaverton, OR 97008, Phone: 503-643-7226 - EPIC Portland PET Center, 143 NE 102nd Avenue, Portland, OR,97220, 503-535-8341
Kaiser Permanente Health Plan - BCAC- Breast Cancer Connection - Volunteer outreach program for women newly diagnosed with breast cancer at Kaiser Permanente. Jeanette Chardon, Coordinator -503.280.2902
Cancer Counseling Center - Interstate Medical Office Central 503.331.6550 Mind/Body Support Group-Tues, 10:30 am-noon Ruth Beiser Bach, Med, LPG, Director/Counselor
Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital:
Art Therapy – For kids with parents who have cancer. For info/appointment 503.413.8404
Breast Cancer Support Group - 2nd Mon, 5:30 - 7:00 pm - Vi Hansen, MSW, LCSW - 503.413.6512 or 503.413.7753 - Counseling Services - Bereavement, coping with cancer, life planning, and stress management/relaxation. 503.413.7753
Lymphedema Management 503.413.7753
NIA Movement Class - Tues& Thurs, 11:00 am- 12:00pm - For info - 503.413.7753
Strategies for Living with Cancer & Other Chronic Diseases - Selma Annala - 503.413.7284
Team Survivor Providing group exercise and support programs for women with a present or past diagnosis of cancer.Contact laurie@teamsurvivororegontrail.org Or view our website at www.teamsurvivororegontrail.org
Yoga for Women with Cancer Tues, 4:30-6:00 pm - Fri, 10:30 am-12:00 pm Pre-registration & medical clearance required. For info: Kathleen Perkins -503.292.3653
Legacy Mt. Hood Medical Center - Surviving Cancer Together Support Group 1st and 3rd Tues, 3:00-4: 30 pm 503.413.7753
OHSU:
Individual Counseling & Support for individuals & their families. Katie Hennessy, LCSW - 503-494-9244
Living with Breast Cancer - first Tuesday 6-7pm - Martha McInnes RN, BSN, OCN 503-418-4544
Pacific Breast Center - is a Center of Excellence in the Pacific Northwest for breast diagnostic services. In addition to offering a level of imaging expertise that is unparalleled in the Portland Metropolitan area, we are known for the unique and compassionate way we address the needs of our patients.
Pink Phoenix Dragon Boat Team 818 SW 3rd Ave, #1207 - Portland, OR 97204-2405. 503.294.6441 www.pinkphoenix.org
Providence Medical Center:
Aquatic Center Cancer Pool Program, Sat, 11:30 am-12:30 pm 8 classes for $25.00 - Also a Gentle Pace Pool C1ass or Independent Pool Program - To register or for more info – 503.215.6301- Breast Cancer Education & Support Group - 1st & 3rd Thurs, 5:00-6:30 pm Krista Nelson, MSW & Patient Advocate - 503.215.3204
Breast Cancer Outreach Program (BCOP) Trained volunteers (breast cancer survivors) will provide information & support for breast cancer patients and their families, before, during and after treatments for breast cancer. Volunteers are available through direct request from a patient or with physician referral. Free to ALL Providence patients & support persons. Christine Mulder; BCOP Coordinator - 503.215.3206
Cancer Counseling and Support Services - Free to patients/family whose physician is on the staff. Katie Hartnett, M. Ed., LPC -503.215-6015 - Jocelyn Libby, RN, MA - 503.215.5305
Cancer Support Group - A smaller group for people dealing with cancer. Every Tues, 10:30 am-12:00 pm - Katie Hartnett, M.Ed., LPC -503.215.6015 - Jocelyn Libby, RN, MA - 503.215.5305
Family Support Group - Providence Professional Plaza - 2nd Thurs, 6:30-8:00 pm Dinner served from 6:00-6:30 pm, followed by group. Registration required. Jocelyn Libby, RN, MA - 503.215.5305
Integrative Medicine Group - limited to 10 members. This 10-week series is held several times a year. Registration required.- Jocelyn Libby, RN, MA - 503.215.5305
Ruth J. Spears Breast Center - Breast Cancer Patient Advocate- June Nakamura, MSW, LCSW- 503.216.4676
Breast Cancer Education & Support Group - Tues, 10:30 am -12:00 pm, Diane Harris, MSW, LCSW - 503.216.2917 - June Nakamura, MSW, LCSW - 503.216.4679
Cancer Counseling & Support Services - Diane Harris, MSW, LCSW - 503.216.2917 Toni Lonning, MSW, LCSW - 503.216.2280
Cancer Group for Families & Friends- Weds, 4:30-6:00pm To register: Katie Hartnett, M. Ed. LPC - 503.215.6015
Metastatic & Advanced Cancer Support Group. Meets 1st & third Wednesdays 12 noon-1:30Pm Providence St Vincent Medical Center Nedical Office Building (East Pavillion) Suite 631 Diane Harris, MSW, LCSW 503-216-2917 or Susan Hedlund, MSW, LCSW 503-528-5236
Mind/Body Practices for Cancer Patients - This educational/support group is for any person/family member with cancer. Thurs, 10:00-11:30am, Spear Breast Center Conf. Room Diane Harris, MSW, LCSW - 503.216.2917 - Toni Lonning, MSW, LCSW- 503.216.2280
Making Today Count Support Group - For women living with metastatic & advanced cancer. 1st & 3rd Weds, 12 -1:30 pm - Providence St. Vincent Medical Center, East Pavilion- Suite 631 Diane Harris, MSW, LCSW - 503.216.2917 - Susan Hedlund, MSW, LCSW -503.528.5236
Relaxation and Guided Imagery Support Group - Weds, 4:30-6:00 pm, Conference Room 12 An ongoing patient-oriented group for persons with all types of cancer. Diane Harris, MSW, LCSW - 503.216.2917 - Toni Lonning, MSW, LCSW - 503.216.2280
Rachel's Friends Breast Cancer Coalition, P.O. Box 82509 Portland, Oregon 97282 503-777-2761 or 503-869-7225 www.rachaelsfriends.org Rachel's Friends is an Oregon advocacy organization dedicated to lowering the incidence of breast and other cancers by reducing our exposure to environmental carcinogens. We do this through education, legislative action, and organizing for change on behalf of Oregonians.
A Woman's Time (Naturopathic clinic) 2067 NW Lovejoy St. Portland, OR 97210 E-mail womanstime@aol.com
Young Survivor Coalition group meets the second Sunday of each month at 7:00pm usually at Starbucks on NW 23rd Ave. Contact Nicole Taylor-Williams at colieta@peoplepc.com
Young Survivor Network for Breast Cancer - A local network for young survivors. Call or email for more information. Barbara McDonald, ND - 503.970.3049 or e-mail bmacdnd@yahoo.com
YWCA Breast Program - A program that provides exercise and support for women following breast cancer treatment. Weds, Land Exercise -10-11:00 am Water Exercise - 11-11:45 am www.ywca-pdx.org Susan Maselli - 503.294.7415
www.burgessplasticsurgery.com Dr. Elisa Burgess has an innovative, compassionate and gentle approach to plastic surgery. Whether you are looking to reshape your body or freshen your appearance we focus on our patients to make their surgical experience with us as comfortable, positive, and rewarding as possible.
Just Like A Women -Just Like a Woman is more than a retail experience! In this elegant and inviting setting, you can shop for lingerie that meets your changing needs. The spirit of survival is strong as mastectomy products you need to pull it together with style. In addition, we will handle all of the insurance issues for you. Come in have a cup of tea, sit back and let us take care of you!
Mary Catherines and Daughters Mary Catherines and Daughters have been providing the finest mastectomy products since 1978. A family united and standing together to find the best solution for women after breast surgery. They are committed to providing all of their clients with excellent customer service support. Trained, Certified and Experienced Fitters are available to assist you and answer your questions.
ROSEBURG, OR
Douglas County Cancer Services 516 W. Umpqua Street, P. O. Box 2064 Roseburg, OR 97470 (541) 440 9409
SALEM. OR
YWCA - Breast Cancer Support Group 2nd & 4th Weds, 5:30-7:00 pm - Linda Gertz -503.581.9922 X 125 lgertz@ymcasalem.org
Kaiser Permanente Skyline Medical Office Mind-Body Class/Support Group Tues, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Jeanette Chardon, MSW - 503.280.2902
SILVERTON. OR
Silverton Hospital-H.R.C. - Breast Cancer Support Group 3rd Mon, 6:30 – 8 p.m.- Christen Owen-Golden - 503.873.6716
THE DALLES
The Celilo Cancer Center Women’s Cancer Support Group Meets 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 4 PM Call 541-296-7205 or 541-296-1086 for more information.
The Celilo Cancer Center Family Caregiver Support Group Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday at 10 am Call 541-296-7278
The Dalles Hospice Office Bereavement Support Group, The Dalles Group meets 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at Call 541-296-3228
TILLAMOOK. OR
Women's Cancer Support Group - 3rdThurs, 10:30 am - 12 pm - Jan Bartlett - 503.842.4508
TUALATIN
Legacy-Meridian Park Hospital Breast Cancer Support Group 3rd Tues, 12:00 -1:30 pm - Amy Hawthorne - 503.692.2113 ahawtho@lhs.orgLymphedema Support Group - 4th Tues, 4:00 - 5:30 pm - Selma Annala - 503.413.7753
Surviving Cancer Together Support Group 2nd Tues, 3:00 - 4:30pm - Amy Hawthorne -503.692.2113 ahawtho@lhs.org
Warm Springs, OR
Warm Springs Cancer Support Group - 2nd Thursday, 6pm - 8 pm - Family Resource Center for more information please contact: Warm Springs health & Wellness Center Yvonne Iverson 541.553.1196 ext.4240Other Helpful Resources
African American Health Coalition Inc. 2800 N. Vancouver Suite 100 Portland, OR 97227 503.413.1850 www.aahc.org
Breast Friends 14050 SW Pacific Hwy, #201, Tigard OR 97224 503.598.8048, E-mail: mail@breastfriends.com
Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation - "Bring Life & Hope to Women of Developing Countries" - Benaz Shidfar, founder/director, 503.579.1261 benaz@bcawareness.org
Department of Human Services, Health Cluster - 800 NE Oregon St., Suite 730, Portland, OR 97232 - 503.731.4273 - Provides a list of early detection, education and screening resources in Oregon. Administers education and screening services through local health departments and federally recognized tribes, including the Komen Screening Program. Contact Kate Schmidt or go to www.dhs.state.OR.us and click "public health."
Rachel's Friends Breast Cancer Coalition P. O. Box 82509, Portland, OR 97282, 503-869-7225 or 503-777-2761. Rachel's friends is dedicated to lowering the indcidence of breast and other cancers by reducing our exposure to environmental carcinogens.
Susan G. Komen For the Cure - Oregon & SW Washington Affiliate 1400 SW 5th, Suite 530 Portland, OR 97201 - 1.800.404.8241 or 503.552.9160 survivor@komenoregon.org or website: www.komenoregon.org - Sponsors the Portland Race for the Cure and Issues After Breast Cancer Conference; offers educational materials and free screening through county health departments. Also provides community grants in Oregon and SW Washington.
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