US TOO of Southeastern Wisconsin
Prostate Cancer Support Group
Local chapter at Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin
Originated in 2000
Meetings are held the first Thursday of the even numbered months (Feb, April, June, Aug, Oct, Dec)
Next Meeting
Date: December 3rd, 2009
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Holiday Social
Provides extra time to mingle and get to know each other
Maria will also provide an update regarding research innovations
Location: Conference Room K, Room C1105
Froedtert Cancer Center, 1st floor South
Parking: Cancer Center Underground Parking
Park near the CCC elevators for closer access to conference room
Who can attend?
Members include those who have been newly diagnosed with prostate cancer, survivors of prostate cancer (as well as men at risk)
Also, spouses, families, significant others and care givers are welcome.
Meetings are at no cost and sponsored by The Medical College of Wisconsin, Department of Urology.
Overview
The group meets to provide assistance to those seeking a better understanding of:
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prostate cancer and detection
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guidance in making informed choices for treatment options
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insight into quality of life after treatment
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coping with physical and psychological side effects of prostate cancer
The emphasis is to help survivors gain a positive mental outlook and lead healthy and productive lives, physically, mentally and spiritually. The group provides timely and unbiased reliable information, fellowship, shared counseling, advocacy, and discussions pertaining to diagnosis, treatment and current care options.
Each meeting usually has an educational lecture by a noted practitioner in the field, including but not limited to: Urologists, Oncologists, Radiologists, Hematologists, Pathologists, Psychologists, Internal Medicine Physicians, Nutritionists
Presentations at meetings address prostate related maladies including:
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various surgical procedures
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radiation treatments
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hormonal treatments
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effects of incontinence and treatment
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impotence (ED-erectile dysfunction) and their treatments
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quality of life issues
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general health
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diet/nutrition
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many other topics related to prostate cancer
Following the presentation there is time for a question and answer session and networking of support group members.
Additional Support Resources:
Small Stones - Developed by Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin to serve the needs of patients and their families.
US Too International - Us Too International Prostate Cancer Education and Support Network is a non-profit education and support group organization with more than 325 chapters throughout the world. Call Toll-free 1-800-80-USTOO (1-800-808-7866) or visit online at www.ustoo.org
The Wellness Community - The Wellness Community gives free psychological and emotional, on line, support to cancer patients and their families. It offers support groups facilitated by licensed therapists, stress reduction and cancer education workshops, nutrition guidance, exercise sessions, and social events. Call toll-Free 1-888-793-WELL (1-888-793-9355) or visit online at www.thewellnesscommunity.org
Contact
For more information, or to be placed on the mailing list for meeting announcements, please contact Maria Pigsley, RN,CCRP, at (414) 805-0791