The Cancer Support Community at Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus Presents February Events

Children’s Valentine Program

Friday, February 3 from 4 to 6 p.m.

The free Children’s Valentine program will spread love and happiness to children affected by cancer. Kids can come together to have fun and make friends in the compassionate environment provided by the Cancer Support Community, located at 199 Prospect Street in Lakewood. Registration is required by calling 732-923-6090.

All Cancers Support Group

Mondays, February 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 12 to 1:30 p.m.

This free, professionally-run support group provides a safe place for individuals dealing with any type of cancer. Cancer Support Community located at 199 Prospect Street in Lakewood. Registration is required by calling 732-923-6090.

Gentle Yoga

Mondays, February 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 2 to 3 p.m.

Gentle yoga classes for men and women of all ages who are affected by cancer will be offered. Appropriate for beginners as well as seasoned practitioners, these gentle yoga classes will help participants learn how to increase flexibility, range of motion, energy and relaxation. Cancer Support Community located at 199 Prospect Street in Lakewood. Registration is required by calling 732-923-6090. Medical clearance is required for those currently undergoing active cancer treatments.

Exercise for Strength

Mondays, February 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m.

This workout group is designed to improve energy and increase endurance and flexibility. Sneakers are required. Cancer Support Community located at 199 Prospect Street in Lakewood. Registration is required by calling 732-923-6090.

Relaxation and Guided Imagery

Mondays, February 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 4:30 to 5 p.m.

This program is open to those affected by a cancer diagnosis. Cancer Support Community, located at 199 Prospect Street in Lakewood. Registration is required by calling 732-923-6090.

Coffee and a Craft

Friday, February 10 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Escape the winter weather with a warm cup of coffee and a craft. This program is designed to decrease stress. Cancer Support Community located at 199 Prospect Street in Lakewood. Registration is required by calling 732-923-6090.

Circle of Caring

Fridays, February 10 & 17 from 3 to 5 p.m.

All children affected by a cancer diagnosis are invited to drop in for this support group. Cancer Support Community located at 199 Prospect Street in Lakewood. Registration is required by calling 732-923-6090.

Seva Acupressure for Stress Release

Wednesday, February 15 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Learn how to manage stress and boost resilience through easy to use acupressure program for self-care. This professionally run program will take place at the Cancer Support Community, 199 Prospect Street in Lakewood. Registration is required by calling 732-923-6090.

Bingo Blast

Friday, February 17 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

All those affected by a cancer diagnosis are invited to come play bingo and have a blast. Cancer Support Community located at 199 Prospect Street in Lakewood. Registration is required by calling 732-923-6090.

Look Good Feel Better

Monday, February 27 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

“Look Good…Feel Better” is a national public service program that is designed to help female cancer patients improve their self-image. Each patient in this interactive program receives hands-on beauty techniques to manage side effects chemotherapy and radiation treatments can cause to their appearance. The meeting, offered by Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus and the Cancer Support Community, will be held at the Center for Healthy Living located at 199 Prospect Street in Lakewood. To register for this even call the American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345.

About Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus

Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus is an acute-care community hospital located in Lakewood, Ocean County. An RWJBarnabas Health facility, Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus merged with Monmouth Medical Center, a teaching hospital located in Long Branch, Monmouth County, in 2014. The hospitals are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the communities they proudly serve through expanded access to specialty outpatient services that focus on preventive medicine and healthy living. The partnership has also expanded patients' access to geriatric and pediatric emergency services, as well as outpatient neurology, oncology and geriatric services. Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus has converted to all private rooms, which makes it the only provider in the region with all private rooms for overnight stays. For more information about Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus, visit www.barnabashealth.org/mmcsc.