“Living Well with Cancer” Series Announces September Programs for Northwest Indiana

riverbend-logoRiverBend Cancer Services announces its September 2014 dates for the ongoing series “Living Well with Cancer.” The free educational series supports the fight against cancer in Northwest Indiana by addressing the physical, emotional and psychological changes and challenges that can result from cancer treatment.

Programs will be held at Michiana Hematology Oncology’s Advanced Center for Cancer Care at 1668 S. US 421 in Westville. The “Living Well with Cancer Series” is FREE and open to cancer patients, survivors, their families, caregivers and anyone who has been touched by cancer. Refreshments will be served. Space is limited, so people are encouraged to make reservations by calling 574-287-4197.

Holistic Stress Management Practice
Come and learn how to manage your stress by practicing one of the holistic stress management strategies with this group. Our leader is Dawn Case, MSN, FNP-BC AOCNP, CLT, LMT.

Thursday, September 4, 2014 at 4 p.m. at Michiana Hematology Oncology, Westville

Every Twinge is Not Cancer
Fear of recurrence ranks as one of the most common concerns of cancer survivors. Melissa Collins, RN, OCN, will explore the triggers and help you find ways to cope with this fear.

Thursday, September 11, 2014 at 4 p.m. at Michiana Hematology Oncology, Westville

RiverBend Cancer Services is a not-for-profit organization working to improve the lives of local cancer survivors and their families in our community through helpful advocacy, hopeful support and innovative education programs. RiverBend has been providing support services and programs for local families since 1943. For more information, visit www.RiverBendCancerServices.org.