Special Events Listing
SACRAMENTO AREA

I CAN COPE

Caring for Your Mind, Body & Spirit During the Cancer Experience
Free Classes for Persons with Cancer and People Who Love Them

CLASS TOPICS;
Class 1 Learning about Cancer and Cancer Treatment
Class 2 Keeping Well in Mind and Body: Nutrition and Exercise
Class 3 Understanding Feelings and Relationships
Class 4 Discovering Resources
Class 5 Learning about Complementary Cancer Therapies

Dates: Wednesday, April 16, 23, 30, May 7 and 14
Wednesday, Sept. 10, 17, 24, Oct. 1 and 8

Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Location: Mercy Physician's Plaza, 6555 Coyle Ave., Suite 140,
Carmichael (beside Mercy San Juan Medical Center)
Free parking and handicapped spaces around building see maps at the end

Pre-registration on required. For more information call Beverely Nicholson, RN, at 916-537-5237

I Can Cope Class Overview 2003

Class I - April 16 or September 10
Learning about Cancer and Cancer Treatment An oncology nurse will give an overview of cancer treatments including surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy and how to deal with common side effects.

Class 2 - April 23 or September 17
Keeping Well in Mind and Body: Nutrition and Exercise A dietitian will discuss the importance of good nutrition and review special concerns for cancer patients. An exercise specialist will explain how exercise, energy conservation and relaxation techniques can decrease fatigue and improve the body and spirit.

Class 3 - April 30 or September 24
Understanding Feelings and Relationships. A social worker and oncology nurse will discuss how to deal with common emotional concerns surrounding a cancer diagnosis, how to communicate feelings with others, including your health care team and how to adapt to changes brought about by cancer and its treatment. Tools to help manage stress and solve problems will be discussed.

Class 4 - May 7 or October 1
Discovering Resources Speakers from Mercy hospitals and community organizations will explain what resources are available in the hospital and the community to assist persons with cancer and their families.

Class 5 - May 14 or October 8 (Dates subject to change)
Using Complementary Therapies. A nurse or physician will give an overview of selected complementary therapies, discuss how to evaluate these therapies and where to obtain more information. Basic information about the use of herbs, nutritional supplements and vitamins will be reviewed.