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Support Groups

Lincoln

Breast Cancer Support Group, 219-7258; meets first Wednesday of every month, 7-8:30 p.m., at St. Elizabeth Regional Medical Center.

Cancer Support Group, 402-421-8688; meets second and fourth Tuesdays of every month, 7-8 p.m., BryanLGH Medical Center West. For those with any cancer diagnosis and their family and friends. Contact Pam Drda.

Cancer Support Group, 867-2004; meets fourth Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., at St. Paul United Methodist Church, Elmwood, NE. Support group for adults to help with emotional stress of cancer.

Charlie Brown’s Kids, 483-1845; meets first and third Thursday of each month, 6-8 p.m., at 6955 Old Cheney Road. For children ages three-18 who have experienced the death of a parent. Parents' group meets concurrently.

Laryngectomee Support Group, 219-8745; meets last Sunday, every other month, 1-3 p.m., at Brentwood Estates. Contact Polly Ubben.

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Family Support Group, 438-2242; meets second Monday of each month, 7-8 p.m., at BryanLGH Medical Center West. A support group for adults with leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma or myelodysplastic syndrome and their family and friends.

LifeSpring Cancer Recovery Program - A special program for anyone recently diagnosed with cancer. This 12-week exercise and education series includes mind, body and spiritual aspects to help you put your life back together after a cancer diagnosis. Research shows that LifeSpring participants experience significant improvement in their quality of life, especially in reducing fatigue and depression. Sleep and pain management also are improved. Health experts including physical therapists, exercise specialists, dietitians and nurses provide education, activities and modified exercises to improve quality of life. Topics include:
  • Nutrition and weight changes
  • Coping and stress management
  • Relationships
  • Cancer-related pain, fatigue and lymphedema
  • Visual imagery and relaxation
  • Healing arts/art therapy
  • Exercises modified for cancer survivors such as Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, strength training and aerobic conditioning

Call for more information and class dates: 402-481-6300

Look Good...Feel Better, 423-4888; presented monthly by the American Cancer Society. Information and guidance to help people in cancer treatment enhance their appearance and self-esteem.

Ostomy Support Group, 423-4888; meets first Sunday of each month, 1-3 p.m. at BryanLGH Medical Center East. Information, assistance, inspiration and sharing.

Prostate Cancer Support Group, 481-5400; meets second Thursday of each month, 7:30 p.m., at BryanLGH Medical Center West.

Reach to Recovery, 423-4888; through the American Cancer Society, volunteer visits for women who have undergone breast cancer surgery; support and information.

Thyroid Cancer Support Group, 466-6564; meets first Saturday of each month, 10-11:30 a.m., in Plaza Classroom 3 at BryanLGH Medical Center East. Contact Nancy Newman.

Adams County

Hastings Women Cancer Support Group, 402-460-5899; meets the first Monday of each month, 7-8:30 p.m., at Mary Lanning Cancer Center.

Gage County

Grief Recovery Series, 402-223-2366; offered quarterly, contact Kay Wiens.

Hall County

Breast Cancer Support Group, 308-398-5450; meets second Saturday of each month, 2-4 p.m., at Memorial Health Center.

CanSurmount, 308-398-5450; meets first Wednesday of each month, 4 p.m., at Wellness Works at Conestoga Mall, Grand Island.

I Can Cope, 308-398-5450; offered twice yearly - all day patient retreat. St. Francis Memorial Health Center, Grand Island.

From Surviving to Thriving, 308-398-5450; meets second Wednesday of each month, 6 p.m., at Wellness
Works.

Young Women's Breast Cancer Support Group, 308-398-5450; meets second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., at Wellness Works.

Hamilton County

Cancer Support and Education Group, 402-694-3591; meets first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., at Presbyterian United Church, Aurora. Contact Jill Owens.

York County

Cancer Support Group, 402-362-0446; meets second Tuesday of each month, noon, at York General Hospital (September-May). Contact Karrie Otoupal.