LIVING WITH CANCER - This group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 5:30-7:00pm. Please check at the front desk in the main lobby for room assignment as this changes from time to time. This support group is open to anyone living with cancer, their family and friends. It provides a confidential setting to share experiences, knowledge, feelings and ways to grow from this powerful experience. Guest Speakers are often invited to speak on various topics of interest to persons lving with cancer. Registration is recommended. For more information, to register, or to be added to our mailing list contact:
Dee Rusczyk, Admin. Asst.
Social Work Services at 603-740-2826.

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP-This group meets every 2nd Thursday
of the month from 5:30-7:00pm in the Great Bay Room. Guest speakers are often invited to speak on various topics concerning breast cancer patients such as; Lymphedema, bone health, Medical and Radiation Oncology, exercise, etc… Speakers usually present during the first half of group leaving the second half for open, confidential conversation. Family members and/or friends are welcome to attend the speaker portion of the group.

I CAN COPE- This is a structured group education program of the American Cancer Society for adult cancer patients and their family members and friends. It is offered twice a year (usually in the spring and fall). Each session meets one time weekly for four weeks.

LOOK GOOD… FEEL BETTER- This group is offered throughout the year at various times. Check with Social Work Services for details and dates. These sessions, provided by trained volunteer cosmetologists, teach women how to cope with skin changes and hair loss using cosmetics and skin care products donated by the cosmetic industry.

All groups are offered free of charge. Refreshments are provided.
For more information or to register please contact the SCC at 742-8787 or Anne Daugherty, LICSW at 740-2830.

**Please note group location is subject to change. It is best to call in advance if you are planning to attend.

WHAT IS "EXERCISE WORKS" FOR CANCER RECOVERY?

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital’s Rehabilitation Services, Seacoast Cancer Center and The Works Health & Fitness Center are pleased to offer an exercise program for cancer patients. The program serves as a “bridge” to assist patients in the challenging transition from treatment and rehab to previous activities and levels of functioning.

Exercise Works for Cancer Recovery is a two-part program.

Part 1. A physical therapy assessment at WDH determines readiness for participation in an exercise program at The Works or a home exercise program. Associated costs are generally covered by most insurance companies, however, you may be responsible for any co-pays and/or deductibles.

Part 2. The Works offers a FREE 3-month exercise program. The physical therapy assessment will help determine which of the following options is most appropriate.
Option #1 A group class led by fitness specialists, held Mon. and Wed. at The Works from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Option #2 A group class for one month with additional independent cardiovascular exercise time. After one month, the fitness specialist will determine if additional independent exercises may be added.
Option #3 An independent exercise program following a personal training appointment with a fitness specialist at The Works. The participant will have the opportunity to exercise independently using cardio-vascular and strength training equipment.

HOW DO I GET STARTED?

Obtain physician referral from your Oncologist to WDH’s Physical Therapy/Rehab Department.
Receive an assessment with a physical therapist at WDH.
Meet with a fitness specialist at The Works for an intake.
Begin free 3-month Exercise Works for Cancer Recovery Program at TheWorks.
Meet with a fitness specialist at The Works for re-evaluation.
Continue an exercise program of choice.

WHO’S ON MY RECOVERY TEAM?

Physicians
Dieticians
Physical Therapists
Fitness Specialists
Oncology Nurses
Social Workers

HOW MAY I BENEFIT FROM THE PROGRAM?

Improves physical function
Increases strength
Increases endurance
Increases cardiovascular function
Increases flexibility
Increases energy level
Improves posture
Improves balance
Enhances sense of well-being

PETE’S PLACE

A Grief Support Center for Children, Teens & Families
A children’s community project sponsored by Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
Services offered at no charge.
1 Webb Place
Dover, NH 03820

History
Pete’s Place is modeled after The Dougy Center, the National Center for Grieving Children in Portland, Oregon. The Dougy Center is internationally recognized as a leader in the bereavement field. By having the Dougy Center as our model, Pete’s Place hopes to continue this proud tradition.

The first children’s group through Pete’s Place was offered in May, 1999. In September 2001, Pete’s Place moved to a separate office facility at 1 Webb Place in Dover, allowing comprehensive grief support services to be provided in an environment designed for the comfort of children and families.

Mission
The Mission of Pete’s Place is to provide safe, trusting support to children and families experiencing a serious or life-threatening illness of a family member, or grieving the death of a family member.

Pete’s Place also extends supportive services to the community for those involved with grieving children.

Services
Pete’s Place Services include:

• Individual & group support for grieving children

Support for children who are coping with the life-threatening illness of a loved one
Bereavement following the death of a loved one
Support for children who are coping with their own serious medical illness

• Support for grieving parents & caregivers
• Education to the community regarding grief issues for children
• Consultation & training regarding grief for community providers and schools
• Outreach services to the community following a tragedy, in association with local resources

Services are provided to the community at no cost.

Pete . . .
Pete’s Place is named in honor of Pete Gabarro, a 12-year-old boy who fought a courageous battle with cancer. Pete impressed all of those around him with his strength, dignity and humor. Pete died in 1994.

Pete’s Place is dedicated to his memory and the qualities that endeared him to all who knew him.

Pete’s Place is a non-profit project funded by Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and the Annual Pete Gabarro Memorial Golf Tournament. Services are provided to the community at no charge.

For information regarding services, consultation or training, please call Jan Arsenault, MS, NCC, Manager (603) 740-2689.

FREEDOM FROM SMOKING CESSATION PROGRAM

Have you had a hard time trying to quit - and stay quit - on your own? Now you can join the latest American Lung Association Freedom from Smoking group program. You will get the kind of support and skills you need to quit smoking for good.

Participants will build confidence to quit smoking and be introduced to stress management, discuss motivation and reasons to stop smoking, and learn about nicotine replacement therapy.

Participants will also discuss benefits of quitting, tips for staying “smoke-free”, fitness and exercise and lifestyle changes.

Fee may be reimbursable by some insurance companies.

Class Description:
Orientation:
How the program works and what to expect.

Session 1:
Building confidence; stress management and relaxation techniques.

Session 2:
Coping with trigger situations; nicotine reduction therapy. Quitting ceremony.

Session 3:
The benefits of quitting; physical and psychological recovery symptoms.

Session 4:
Quit Day! (Held 24-48 hours following Session 3)

Session 5:
Weight control; strategies for maintaining a smoke-free lifestyle; saying No! to cigarettes in social situations.

Session 6:
Maintaining your new, non-smoking self image; fitness, exercise and assertive communication techniques.

Session 7:
The ongoing process of recovery. Celebrate Your Success!

Dates & Times
Please call 740-2885 for class schedule

Registration
Register by calling 740-2885.

$75 fee made payable to Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is due on the first night of class.

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