Cancer Support Groups & Wellness Programs

Our Support Programs Help You Cope

The following support programs are held at the Harvey & Phyllis Sandler Pavilion, Lynn Cancer Institute. Classes and groups are subject to change, please call prior. All programs offered Monday through Friday only.

Please note: Programs and services are available for patients up to one year post-treatment.

Breast Cancer Support Group

A monthly meeting open to women who have been recently diagnosed with breast cancer.
When: Fourth Monday of every month | 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. *via Zoom
For more information and to register, call 561-955-5406

Day by Day Support Group

A psychoeducational group for coping with cancer
When: Last Tuesday of every month | 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. *via Zoom

Gastrointestinal Cancer Support Group

A monthly meeting for gastrointestinal cancer survivors, their families and caregivers.
When: Second Thursday of every month | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
For more information, call 561-955-5406

Lung Cancer Support Group

A monthly meeting for lung cancer survivors, their families and caregivers.
When: First Monday of every month | 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
For more information, call 561-955-5406

Caregiver Support Group

A monthly meeting for caregivers of cancer patients
When: Fourth Tuesday of every month | 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. *via Zoom
For more information and to register, call 561-955-5406

Nutrition Support Group – Soup to Nuts

A monthly support group, interactive format, varied topics
When: Third Wednesday of every month | 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. *via Zoom
For more information and to register, call 561-955-5406

Keeping On Support Group

A support group for patients with metastatic disease.
When: First Thursday of every month | 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. *via Zoom
For more information and to register, call 561-955-5406

Nutritional Classes

Educational classes offered monthly.

Recorded sessions of prior presentations can be found at BRRH.com/Cancer/Nutrition and under LCI Cancer Updates: What You Need To Know? | Boca Raton Regional Hospital (brrh.com)

Registration: Call 561-955-5406

 

Lymphedema Recorded Lecture on Survivorship Life Reclaimed | Boca Raton Hospital (brrh.com)

 

Group Reiki and Meditation

When: Twice a week – Tuesdays 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. or Thursdays 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Where: Lynn Cancer Institute - Sandler Pavilion

Registration: For the schedule and more information, call 561-955-5406.

 

Oncology Yoga*

A weekly yoga class taught by an oncology yoga certified teacher tailored to cancer patient needs and limitations. A growing number of cancer patients are utilizing yoga as a means of coping with the physical and psychological impact of their disease.

Yoga mats will be provided. Please bring your own towel and water.

*Patients undergoing treatment will require a prescription from their treating physician

When: Thursdays 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Where: Lynn Cancer Institute - Sandler Pavilion

For more information and to register, call 561-955-5406.

 

N.E.W. You!

We offer support for your overall wellbeing through Nutrition, Exercise, and Wellness. Using Zoom, each participant will meet individually with Nutrition, Exercise, and Wellness specialists for 1 - 20 minute initial session and 1- 10 minute follow-up session.

When: Two Tuesdays per month | 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

For more information and to register, call 561-955-5406.

 

Smoking Cessation – Tools to Quit

Please call 877-819-2357 for information on classes and available resources.

 

Community Education/Outreach Programs

Recorded sessions 2022 | Boca Raton Regional Hospital (brrh.com) physician panels, cancer specific informational sessions, workshops, etc.

Registration: Call 561-955-5097

 

Hand and Foot Massages

Patients receiving chemotherapy in the infusion suite can receive complimentary hand or foot massages.

For more information, please call 561-955-5406.

 

Art and Music Therapy

For more information and to register, call 561-955-5406.

A Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute program dedicated to enhance appearance while undergoing treatment.

A woman’s beauty is only skin-deep, but how we feel about ourselves on the outside can affect mood, well-being and overall outlook on life.

The Be U Tiful appearance and image program teaches beauty techniques to women following cancer diagnosis or those in active treatment. The program, designed by the Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute, helps combat the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment - all hosted in a supportive group environment.

Trained image professionals who are licensed cosmetologists with over 30 years of experience in the beauty and wellness field provide demonstrations and offer tips related to:

• Coping with skin changes
• Makeup techniques
• Wig fittings and choosing the right look
• Scarf styles/Head coverings
• Hand and nail care
• Scar camouflage

The Be U Tiful program is free, and all participants will receive a complimentary cosmetic kit. The meetings occur the second Monday of every month from 10 a.m. – Noon.

Call 561-955-5406. RSVP is required.

Your nutritional needs may change during cancer treatment. We’ve developed helpful resources to guide your dietary choices, promote overall wellness and help you feel your best.

VIEW MORE NUTRITION INFORMATION

For more information, please call 561-955-2184.

At Boca Raton Regional Hospital’s Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute, we realize that care for cancer patients shouldn’t stop when treatment ends. That’s why we’ve developed seminars to help patients who have recently completed therapy transition into survivorship. 

Your treatment has ended. But your care should never stop.

Survivorship Life Reclaimed | Boca Raton Hospital (brrh.com)

The Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute is pleased to introduce oncology acupuncture to its growing list of cancer support services. Acupuncture is used to balance and harmonize the mind and body. It is a safe and effective way to naturally treat many health concerns for people at any age. It involves the use of sterile, single-use, needles to stimulate one or more points on the body to promote the flow of internal energy.

Onco-acupuncture is a safe and effective way to naturally treat many health concerns at any age. Reduction of oncology-related side effects may include:

» Dry mouth
» Loss of taste
» Depression
» Nausea
» Vomiting
» Anxiety
» Fatigue
» Peripheral neuropathy
» Headache
» Hot flashes
» Pain

Community acupuncture, also known as group acupuncture, is often used as a way to introduce new patients to acupuncture or as a more affordable treatment option. Many of those who practice and participate feel strongly that an additional benefit of community/group acupuncture is the healing energy generated in the room during a group session.

When: Friday appointments available

Where: Lynn Cancer Institute – Sandler Pavilion

Cost: $20 per session. Treatments are approximately 30 minutes.

Call 561-955-5406 for availability and to book your treatment.

*Patients undergoing treatment will require a prescription from their treating physician.

Bereavement Counseling

As part of our comprehensive care for Lynn Cancer Institute patients, individual counseling is available for adults who have lost a loved one. For more information, call 561-955-5406.

Bereavement Support Group

A monthly meeting open to anyone who has suffered the loss of a loved one within the past two years. Our group is not appropriate for anyone dealing with traumatic loss or loss of a young child.

When: Second Wednesday of every month | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

For more information and to RSVP, call 561-955-5406.