Changing relationship issuesThese forums are led by a nurse clinician and an American Cancer Society “Reach to Recovery” volunteer. All programs are held at The Smilow Family Breast Health Center’s Conference Room. To view all cancer support services visit our Norwalk Hospital Calendar and select the Cancer Programs/Groups.
Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Support Group
3rd Wednesday of Month, @ 7:00 pm - The focus of this group is education for the newly diagnosed person. Women today are frequently faced with confusing options for the treatment of breast cancer. This special support group . . .
- Replaces the unknown with the known
Empowers breast cancer patients to take charge
Listens openly to each patient's concerns
Encourages women to voice their individual need
Offers hope by caring
- Provides timely education about treatment for breast cancer
- Provides individual ongoing support as needed
Cancer Survivorship Special Speaker Sessions
These sessions are for any cancer survivor and offer a forum for pertinent topics such as nutrition, complementary/integrative medicine modalities and side effect management.
Two sessions per year are dedicated to breast cancer patients.
Sessions are held at 6 pm in the Whittingham Cancer Center.
For specific dates and topics, please call 203-852-2148.
Cancer Support Group
Tuesday's from 5:30 pm to 7:15 pmLocation - Whittingham Cancer Center Conference Room
Facilitators
Nancy Gennaro, LCSW - (203) 852-2586
Bridget DeBartolomeo, RN, Oncology Nurse Clinician - (203) 852-2767
Please call one of the facilitators to sign up for the group.
Bereavement Group
Mondays from 5:15 pm - 6:45 pm - This support group focuses on the emotional and practical needs of those dealing with a loss. The group is open to family members and friends who have lost someone from any type of loss, not just cancer. Facilitators
Mary Ellen Loncto, RN, OCN - 203-852-3148 and Michelle Dailey, LMFT 203-852-2174
Please call one of our facilitators prior to attending.