Sandie’s Café patio produce stand

Every Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., stop by the patio outside the Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center to purchase farm-fresh fruits and vegetables. Cash or SHS payroll deduction is accepted. Watch for food demos by an oncology dietitian each month. Healthy eating is right at your fingertips!

About this newsletter Welcome to the newsletter for

cancer survivors and their loved

ones in Benton, Lincoln and Linn

counties.

September 2017

Free Celtic harp concert & interactive musical experience Cancer survivors and their loved ones are invited to attend a free, interactive harp music experience on Sept. 20 in Corvallis. Participants will enjoy a Celtic harp concert as well as a chance to try their hands at making music on a harp. No musical experience is needed; attendees can choose to listen only if preferred. Harps will be provided. Concerts are held the third Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Sept. 20, Oct. 18, Nov. 15 and Dec. 20 at the Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center, 501 NW Elks Drive in Corvallis. Musicians Laura Zaerr and Lisa Lynne share their talent as part of ArtsCare, a program with Samaritan Health Services to promote health and well-being through art and music. Space is limited and reservations are required. Please contact Sara Krainik, ArtsCare Coordinator, at skrainik@samhealth.org or 541-768-6762 for information and to register for this free event. Participants enjoyed the first interactive harp session at the SPRCC.

Support groups ArtsCare Workshop – Albany

Second Saturdays, 10 to noon. Guest artist leads cancer survivors

through an art project. No experience needed. All materials are

provided.

Location: Samaritan Cancer Resource Center- Albany For information or to register: 541-768-6762

Breast Cancer Support Group – Corvallis

Third Mondays, 7 to 8:30 p.m. For anyone diagnosed with breast

cancer. A safe place to share hopes, fears and experiences.

Location: Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center Facilitator: Kathy Nepper, RN- Project HER, 541-768-2376

Cancer Support Group – Lebanon

Second Mondays, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Open to patients and caregivers of

all cancer types. Discussion about any cancer-related issue or

concern is welcomed.

Location: Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, Conference Room A Facilitator: Anita Earl, LCSW For information: 541-768-2171 or 541-812-5888

Caregiver Support Group – Albany

Second Wednesdays, 6 to 7:30 p.m. A place for partners/spouse

caregivers to share and discuss all aspects of living with cancer.

Location: Samaritan Cancer Resource Center- Albany Facilitator: Jean Schumer, LCSW, PhD, and Bonnie Strunk, RN, 541-812-3354

Caregiver Support Group – Newport

Third Wednesdays, noon to 1 p.m. For anyone needing a space to

discuss the demands of caregiving.

Location: Center for Health Education at Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital Facilitator: Nannette Bengel, 541-574-3743

Grief Support Groups – Albany/Lebanon

Ongoing. For those who have lost a loved one. The loss does not have

to be recent or related to cancer.

Locations: Samaritan Evergreen Hospice House and Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital Facilitator: Virginia Tyler, LPC, 541-812-4680

Grief Support Groups – Newport/Lincoln City

Ongoing. For those who have lost a loved one. The loss does not have

to be recent or related to cancer.

Locations: Center for Health Education (Newport) Samaritan Home Health and Hospice (Lincoln City) Facilitator: Rick Derby, 541-574-1811, and Jerry Koetitz, 541-996-7328

GYN Cancer Support Group – Corvallis

Sept. 12, 1:30 to 3 p.m. For anyone with a history of gynecological

cancer.

Location: The Corvallis Clinic Facilitator: Parker Williams For information: 541-768-2375 Lincoln City Breast Cancer Support Group Third Thursday of every month at 10 a.m. Location: Vivian’s Restaurant located at 1115 SE 1st St. in Lincoln City Facilitators: Susan Bosnjak, 541-994-4016 and Diane Rinks, 541-409-5618

Living with Cancer – Albany

First Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Open to patients and caregivers of all

cancer types. Discussion of any cancer-related issue or concern is

welcomed.

Location: Samaritan Cancer Resource Center–Albany Facilitator: Janie Moody, RN, (days) 541-768-5220, or Mike Hubler (evenings) 541-753-1238

Man to Man Cancer Support Group – Albany

First and third Thursdays, 4 to 6 p.m. Men’s cancer support group

provides a space for men to discuss the physical and emotional

aspects of this disease.

Location: Albany General Hospital Facilitator: Jeff Hale For information or to register: 541-924-5910, or 541-812-5888

Metastatic Cancer Support Group – Corvallis

Second and fourth Wednesdays, 11 to 12:30 p.m. For anyone living

with advanced cancer. Please call to register.

Location: Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center Facilitator: Jeanette Hansen, MSW, LCSW For information: 541-768-6005 or 541-768-2171

Newport Cancer Support Group – Newport

First Tuesdays, 5 to 6:30 p.m. For female cancer survivors as well as

those who are newly diagnosed.

Location: Center for Health Education at Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital, Newport Facilitator: Pam Spence For information: 541-264-0242

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Prostate Cancer Support Group – Lincoln City

First Thursdays, noon. The prostate cancer support group provides a

space for men to discuss the physical and emotional aspects of this

disease.

Location: Pig & Pancake, Lincoln City Facilitator: Bernie Cooperstein For information: bernietiby@gmail.com

Young Adult Cancer Survivors (YACS) – Corvallis

Second Tuesdays, 6 to 8 p.m. For anyone between the ages of 25 to

45 diagnosed with cancer.

Location: Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center For information: 541-768-2171

Events this month

Art Workshop – Albany Second Saturdays, 10 a.m. to noon., free art workshops for cancer

survivors. No art experience needed – just a willingness to have fun!

This month: On Sept. 9, join Liz in creating a wall hanging or small platter out of clay. Once made, trace images onto the piece and include a favorite saying or stamp it with a haiku. Location: Samaritan Cancer Resource Center – Albany For information or to register: 541-768-6762

Interactive Celtic harp concert Third Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m., free interactive harp concerts This month: On Sept. 20, join other cancer survivors in a participative harp music event. Location: Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center For information/register: Sara Krainik, 541-768-6762 or skrainik@samhealth.org

Permission to Play – Philomath Fourth Thursdays, Free textile arts class for women who have been diagnosed with cancer. No sewing or quilting experience necessary. All supplies are provided.

This month: On Sept. 28, 1 to 4 p.m., stencil silk scarves with Nancy Bryant. Location: 1243 Main Street, Philomath For information/register: LuAnn Kessi, 541-438-4771

Workshops & retreats

Harmony Hill Harmony Hill Retreat Center in Washington offers retreats,

workshops, webinars and more. A variety of free, short retreats are available to survivors and their loved ones. Visit HarmonyHill.org/Cancer for more information.

Breast Friends: Thriving Beyond Cancer Workshops Sept. 9 – 11 and Nov. 10 – 12 for women with a history of cancer, offering a space to share feelings. Location: Pacific City For information: 503-598-8048, sharon@breastfriends.org

Volunteer opportunities

Samaritan Transitions A service pairing volunteers with people who are experiencing

serious, life-limiting illness.

Location: Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon Call Karen McLain, 541-812-4677

Save the Date

Faces of Cancer: Walk for the Cause Oct. 7, 8:30 a.m. Cancer fighters and survivors are invited to

walk and share their cancer stories at Walk for the Cause

Location: Linn County Courthouse For information: siofalbany@gmail.com

Project H.E.R Education Day Oct. 21, Free educational event open to all cancer patients,

survivors, families, caregivers and community members. Location: LaSells Stewart Center, OSU For information: call Parker Williams at 541-768-2375

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Resources Cook For Cancer — Benton, Lincoln and Linn counties

Ongoing. Delivers free meals for individuals and families undergoing

cancer treatment.

Locations: Benton, Linn and Lincoln counties Call Parker Williams from Project H.E.R., The Corvallis Clinic, at 541-768-2375 Hair Loss Solutions – Albany/Corvallis

Wigs, hats and scarves are provided for free to patients. Location: Samaritan Cancer Resource Centers Call for wig fitting appt.: 541-768-2171 or 541-812-5888 Komen Treatment Access Program — Oregon/SW Washington

Ongoing. Gas, hotel and food assistance for rural woman in treatment

for breast cancer.

For information, contact komen@211info.org or call 211 and ask for Komen Treatment Access Program.

Look Good … Feel Better — Corvallis

Sept. 13, 2 to 4 p.m. A free program to help women cope with

appearance-related side effects of cancer treatments. Participants

receive head coverings, skin care/make-up products and application

techniques.

Location: The Corvallis Clinic, Aumann Bldg.,Corvallis Call to register: 1-800-227-2345

Moving Forward — Corvallis

Sept. 11, noon to 1 p.m. A special program designed to help you

understand the services and resources provided to you by the

Samaritan Cancer Program. A meet and greet overview, with lunch

provided, to help you and your loved ones in this journey from

diagnosis to survivorship. Location: Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center. Call to RSVP or more information, 541-768-2171

Nutrition consultations — Albany/Corvallis/Lebanon

Current oncology patients are invited to discuss their nutrition-related

questions and concerns with a registered dietitian. Contact your

oncologist’s office to schedule a free consultation with a registered

dietitian near you.

Project HER: Breast Cancer Mentorship – Benton, Linn and Lincoln

counties

Pairs newly diagnosed patients with a mentor who has been through

similar diagnosis, as well as the process of treatment and recovery,

to provide extra support and guidance. Location: Benton, Linn and Lincoln counties Call Parker Williams, 541-768-2375

Sandie’s Café patio produce stand — Corvallis

Purchase farm-fresh fruits and vegetables every Wednesday, 10:30

a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Location: The patio in front of the Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center

Swedish massage therapy – Albany/Corvallis

Massage for relaxation and stress reduction. Free for patients.

Physician approval is required.

Corvallis: Tuesdays, 9 to noon and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; Wednesdays,

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Fridays 1 to 4 p.m.

Albany: Wednesdays, 1 to 4 p.m. and Thursdays, 9 to 4 p.m. Locations: Samaritan Cancer Resource Centers in Albany and Corvallis For information: 541-768-2171 or 541-812-5888

Surviving to Thriving — Corvallis/Newport

Ongoing classes. A free six-week class helps survivors and their

families redefine themselves through creativity.

Location: Corvallis and Newport Call for information: 541-574-4745 for Newport; 541-768-6762 for Corvallis

SurvivorFit — Benton, Lincoln and Linn counties

Ongoing. Free three-month long fitness club membership.

Location: SamFits in Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon and Newport; participating fitness centers in Sweet Home, Newport and Lincoln City. Call 541-768-2171 or 541-812-5888 That’s My Farmer – Newport/Lincoln City

Cancer survivors are invited to join a nutrition and wellness program

designed to meet the needs of people touched by cancer. The

five-week program combines education with fresh, local fruits and

vegetables. Location/dates: Newport, Sept. 12 to Oct. 10 and Lincoln City, Sept. 20 to Oct. 18 For information: call 541-768-2171 or 541-812-5888

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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

Massage **** 9 to noon; 1:30 to 3 p.m.

* Samaritan Cancer Resource Center – Albany, 400 NW Hickory St ** TCC: The Corvallis Clinic *** Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital ****Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center, Corvallis + Newport ++Lincoln City

September 2017 cancer groups and services

Lebanon cancer support group*** 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Massage */**** See page 4 for details

Metastatic cancer group****11 to 12:30 p.m. Look Good…Feel Better** 2 to 4 p.m.

Caregivers*6 to 7:30 p.m. Massage */**** See page 4 for details Caregiver group+ noon to 1 p.m. Celtic harp concert**** 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Massage */**** See page 4 for details Metastatic cancer support group**** 11 to 12:30 p.m.

Massage **** 9 to noon; 1:30 to 3 p.m.

Massage **** 9 to noon; 1:30 to 3 p.m. GYN cancer group** 1:30 to 3 p.m. Young Adult Cancer Survivors**** 6 to 8 p.m.

Massage **** 9 to noon; 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Cancer support group+ 5 to 6:30 p.m. Living with cancer group* 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Breast cancer support group****

7 to 8:30 p.m.

Massage * 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Breast cancer support

group++ 10 a.m. Man to Man*** 4 to 6 p.m.

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Massage * 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prostate support group++ noon

Man to Man*** 4 to 6 p.m.

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Patio Produce Stand

Stop by the patio in front of Sandie’s Cafe on

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to purchase

farm-fresh fruits and vegetables! Cash or SHS

payroll deduction is accepted.

Sandie’s Café Barista Karlee Collier shows off the array of available produce.

Massage**** 1 to 4 p.m.

Massage**** 1 to 4 p.m.

ArtsCare* 10 a.m. to noon Labor Day

Samaritan Cancer Resource Centers closed

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Moving Forward****

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