The Cancer Institute at Alexian Brothers Hospital Network
Networking Programs
American Cancer Society Look Good Feel Better Class
Join us for a special program for women undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatments. Learn how your skin is changing and how to apply cosmetics, eyebrows etc. Take home a free kit. We offer this class at both Life Enrichment Centers on the Alexian Brothers and St. Alexius Medical Centers.
Bereavement Support Group
These groups focus on support for those who have lost a loved one to cancer. Join us to explore appropriate grieving, experience healthy mourning and learn how to reconnect with life. Group are offered at two locations, call for times and dates:
Road to Hope at Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1-888-466-6011
Hope and Healing with Monarch at St. Alexius Medical Center 847-755-8400
Counseling and Art Therapy
Are you having a hard time coping with a new diagnosis of cancer? Have you finished cancer treatment and wonder what next? Does your child need support in dealing with your diagnosis? Come sit with our counselors and/or art therapist for a free session. Services are offered at both campuses call to set up an appointment
Alexian Brothers Medical Center-Mina at 847-437-5500 Ext. 5904
St. Alexius Medical Center-Kristin at 847-843-2000 Ext. 8626
Let's Talk About Genes
Cancer research has focused on understanding how a normal cell,through a series of genetic changes, turns into a cancerous cell. A number of genes have been identifed that play a part in the development of some cancers. If a person is born with a gene change(mutation)that makes them more likely to develop cancer, we say they have inherited a cancer gene. This mutation may then also be passed onto their children. Come to this open forum for those who have tested positive for a genetic mutation or those considering genetic testing.
Call 847-755-8400 for more information.
Support Groups
These groups are designed for an open, safe and encouraging environment where people share a common diagnosis. All sessions focus on education, support and coping. These groups work on a walk-in basis, no need to register.
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Breast Cancer Support
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Lung Cancer Networking
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Women Empowering Women
An ovarian cancer resource group that focuses on hope, connection and compassion
Group for young women (20-40 years old) living with cancer.
Women at the Well
A program designed to provide opportunities for women patients, caregivers and hospital staff to nurture their entire well being by feeding them spiritually, emotionally and physically.
For information on these programs and others classes offered please call 1-888-466-6011 or click the Classes & Events tab located at the top of this page, then select Cancer.
If you do not see what you are looking for please call the facility where you would like to attend the program:
Alexian Brothers Medical Center-1-888-466-6011
St. Alexius Medical Center-1-847-755-8400
