Oncology Support Services
Providing Education and Support
Hoag Family Cancer Institute clinical social work team: Catherine Bailey, L.C.S.W. and Linda Maerov, L.C.S.W.
Hoag Family Cancer Institute offers an extensive Complementary Care Program to educate and support patients and their families who are facing one of life's most difficult challenges.
For complete details about each of the unique components of Hoag's Complementary Care Program, please select from the following:
Cancer Support Services Calendar
Click the above "View Calendar" to see upcoming Cancer Institute classes and programs.
Registration is required. CLICK HERE to register.
Hoag Cancer Institute support groups provide mutual support and information for cancer patients and their families. Groups are facilitated by licensed clinical social workers and oncology nurses. Discussion is focused on current issues faced by cancer patients and their support network. There is no charge for the following groups.
In addition to the support groups listed below, Hoag offers free cancer education programs to support patients in their quest for knowledge. For more information, please call 949/7-CANCER (722-6237), or view monthly calendar above.
Brain Tumor Support Group - Held on the third Wednesday of each month from 3–5pm at the Advanced Technology Pavilion, Bldg. 47. This is both an educational and support group for anyone diagnosed with a primary brain tumor or metastatic disease. Family and friends are welcome to join us. For additional information or to register, please call 949/7-CANCER(722-6237).
Breast Cancer Support Group - designed to provide mutual support for coping with the day-to-day issues of diagnosis, treatment and survivorship. The group meets the first and third Tuesday of each month from 12:30-2:00 p.m. in the Hoag Cancer Center Auditorium.
Gastrointestinal Cancer Education and Support – The GI Cancer Support Group provides a unique forum in which patients are able to share concerns, and learn more about colon, rectal and gastrointestinal cancers and its treatment. The group is open to newly diagnosed patients, patients undergoing active treatment and patients who have completed treatment. The group meets the fourth Monday of each month from 12:30-2:00 p.m. in the Hoag Cancer Center Conference Room A.
Gynecological Cancer Support Group – Women Helping Women - This group focuses on the unique concerns faced by women with gynecologic cancers. The group meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 10:00-11:30 a.m. in the Hoag Cancer Center Conference Room A.
Lung Cancer Support Group –designed to meet the educational and emotional needs of lung cancer patients and their families. The group meets the second Wednesday of each month from 6-7:30 p.m. in Hoag Cancer Center Conference Room A.
Prostate Cancer Education and Support Program – Educational and supportive forums for men facing prostate cancer and their families, which promotes understanding of the diagnosis and treatment options through presentations and facilitated discussion.
Man to Man Prostate Cancer Education and Support Group – Offered to men facing prostate cancer and their families, a forum to educate and connect through presentations and facilitated discussions. The group meets the first Wednesday of each month from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the Hoag Cancer Center Auditorium.
Prostate Cancer Networking Group - An informal gathering and opportunity to meet others facing a diagnosis of prostate cancer to interact and share experiences of treatment and beyond. The group meets the first Wednesday of each month from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Café Hoag, adjacent to the Cancer Center lobby.
Prostate Cancer Discussion Group – A special group for patients with prostate cancer who are undergoing a complex, multi-modality treatment plan. Registration is required for this group. For more information or to register please contact Nancy Raymon, R.N. at 949/764-1804.
Bereavement Support Group – Bereavement support for adults who have lost a loved one to cancer. The group meets the every Thursday of each month from 5:30-7 p.m. in Hoag Cancer Center Conference Room A.
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Well-informed patients are better equipped to navigate the challenging journey through cancer treatment and recovery. That is why Hoag offers a wide array of free educational programs to support cancer patients in their quest for knowledge.
In addition to the cancer education programs listed below, Hoag offers a variety of support groups designed for cancer patients and their families. For more information, please call 949/7-CANCER (722-6237).
Click the above "View Calendar" to see upcoming Cancer Institute classes and programs.
Registration is required. CLICK HERE to register.
Breast Cancer Education Series – A six-week educational program for women newly diagnosed with breast cancer and those seeking information.
Lymphedema Workshops – These workshops provide educational information to patients experiencing lymphedema following lymph node removal. The class meets on the first Tuesday of each month from 2-3 p.m. in Hoag Cancer Center Auditorium.
Resource Library – A myriad of books, pamphlets, videotapes, listings of services and more are available in this welcoming setting. The library is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays, and is located in the main lobby of Hoag Cancer Center.
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Hoag's Fitter Image program offers a variety of physical activities that are designed to be safe and appropriate for individuals currently being treated for cancer or who have completed treatment, and are provided in a non-competitive and supportive environment.
Each class is designed to promote a sense of well-being and is tailored to each participant's ability. For more information, please call 949/7-CANCER (722-6237), or see our monthly calendar above for complete class listings with specific dates, location and times.
Yoga – Deep breathing with simple movements use to enhance mobility and relaxation
Restorative Yoga- Supportive conscious body and mind relaxation practice using props to support the body.
Gentle Yoga for Health and Well-Being- A slow paced practice for all fitness levels.
Pilates Mat Class – Enjoy strengthening, lengthening and tightening benefits with emphasis on the core, hips and thighs.
Soothing Pilates and Yoga Fusion- Soothing combination of body-mind benefits while performing a flowing medley of yoga and pilates exercises.
Energizing Cardio and Toning Mix – Combination intervals of aerobic movement with intervals of toning exercises.
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These unique workshops provide an important avenue for achieving well-being and improved quality of life.
Creative Expressions Art Program – This program is based on the idea that the creative process of art can enhance one's quality of life. Workshops are held quarterly and utilize different art mediums at each meeting. All workshops are led by Newport Beach artist, Carole Akins.
Meditation for Stress Reduction – A four-week, non-religious based workshop that teaches participants techniques for reducing stress and anxiety, which can lead to a greater sense of tranquility, control and well being.
For more information or to register for these workshops, please call 949/7-CANCER (722-6237).
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Image Consulting – A private professional consultation is available to assist Hoag patients with the physical changes that often accompany cancer treatment. Each participant is taught how to use wigs and scarves to enhance physical appearance.
Look Good... Feel Better – Look your best throughout your cancer treatment. Learn make-up and skin care techniques, the use and care of wigs, and other helpful hints that can assist you with appearance changes that might occur during treatments. This program is conducted by The American Cancer Society, and is held the second Monday of each month from 10 a.m. to 12 noon in the Hoag Cancer Center Conference Room A. Attendance is limited and registration is required. Please call the American Cancer Society at 800/227-2345 to enroll.
Skin Care During Cancer Treatment – Learn about the many over-the-counter products available to improve your skin during and after cancer treatment.
For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please call 949/7-CANCER (722-6237).
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Hoag Cancer Institute provides specialized individual, couple and family counseling, on a short-term basis, free of charge, to its patients and their support persons. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please call 949/7-CANCER (722-6237).
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