Men affected by prostate cancer can find counseling, emotional support, information and a chance to meet others. Participation is free, and people may join any time. Family members are welcome.

Groups begin with introductions and announcements. When speakers attend, they speak for about 45 minutes and then take questions. The last half-hour is saved for participant discussion.

When: 5 to 6:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month

Where: This group is currently meeting online only. Participants may join by video conference or phone. Please contact Peter Bennett, LCSW, at 503-418-3544 or bennetpe@ohsu.edu  for more information.

Facilitators:

• Peter Bennett, LCSW, oncology social worker
• Rachel Slottke, clinical research project coordinator, prostate cancer research
• Justina Lynch, RN, nurse coordinator, prostate cancer clinic

Contact: Peter Bennett at 503-418-3544 orbennetpe@ohsu.edu

This program connects prostate cancer patients by telephone with a volunteer, who may have had a similar experience, to listen and offer support. To be connected with a volunteer, call 503-494-4393.

OHSU provides a free online support group for adults with brain tumors and a separate group for caregivers.

You can talk with others facing similar challenges. The group is hosted by a neuro oncology social worker and nurse practitioner, and they will be available to answer questions about:

• Physical and emotional issues
• Treatment side effects
• Coping strategies

These groups meet online only every other Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m.

Register: Email BTSG@ohsu.edu, and we’ll send you a link with instructions on how to join.

Registration is required. If you are a new participant, please email voelkerr@ohsu.edu in order to register.

When: 2 to 4 p.m. Fridays

Where:­ Classes are currently being held online. Participants are provided a link, meeting ID and meeting password to join.

Facilitator and contact: Ryan Voelker at voelkerr@ohsu.edu

Registration is required. If you are a new participant, please email dawnrenethompson@gmail.com or call at 503-568-6145 to register.

When: 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays

Where:­ Classes are currently being held online. Participants are provided a link, meeting ID and meeting password to join.

Facilitator and contact: Dawn Thompson at dawnrenethompson@gmail.com

This group is for people ages 15 to 39. Workshops use the Amherst Writers & Artists method to create a safe, relaxed, confidential and uplifting environment to connect with yourself and others through the written word. This is not a workshop where you will learn to write, but you do not need writing experience to participate.

When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays

Where: Classes are currently being held online. Participants are provided a link, meeting ID and meeting password to join.

Facilitator and contact: Brianna Barrett at brianna@bribarrett.com

Adults healing from cancer, and their caregivers, are welcome to attend.

When: 10-11 a.m. every Thursday and Friday

Where:
Kohler Pavilion, 13th floor
808 S.W. Campus Drive
Portland, OR 97239
Map and directions

Cost: Free

Facilitator and contact: Kimberly Carson, M.P.H., C-IAYT, at 503-245-9642 or carsonk@ohsu.edu 

This course is based on a national model and decades of research showing mindfulness can help cancer patients reduce pain, fatigue and anxiety while improving sleep and quality of life. Classes include instruction, practice, group discussions and education. Participants receive a workbook and recordings for home practice. Adults healing from cancer, and their caregivers, are welcome to attend.

When: Eight-week sessions begin in January, March and September.

Where:
Legacy Good  Samaritan Medical Center
Women’s  Wellness Center Classroom, Building 2, lower level
1015 N.W. 22nd Ave.
Portland, OR  97210

Cost: $150 (reduced from $400 thanks to a generous  donation)

Facilitator and contact: Kimberly Carson, M.P.H., C-IAYT, at 503-245-9642 or carsonk@ohsu.edu

This class welcomes adults who are healing from cancer and who are at least six weeks post-surgery. Participants will find a supportive environment for gentle stretching, breathing exercises, strength building and deep relaxation with guided imagery. Signed registration and release forms (links below) are required.

When: 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. Thursdays

Where:
OHSU School of Nursing, first floor yoga studio, Room 134
3455 S.W. U.S. Veterans Hospital Road
Portland, OR 97239
Map and directions

Cost: First year free; participants may pay a nominal fee after that.

Facilitator: Kimberly Carson, M.P.H., C-IAYT

Contact: Email elaine@onewithwellness.org

Registration and release forms: Please have these forms completed by your oncologist and sent to Kimberly Carson at carsonk@ohsu.edu

• Registration form

• Release form