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

Time to Talk…Breast Cancer Support Group

Friday, March 3 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The free, professionally-run support group gives women affected by breast cancer a safe environment to come together for support. Cancer Support Community, located at 199 Prospect Street in Lakewood. Registration is required by calling 732-923-6090.

Coffee and a Craft

Fridays, March 3 and 24 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.

All Cancers Support Group

Mondays, March 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, March 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, March 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, March 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.

Shamrock Program for Children

Friday, March 10 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

This free Children’s St. Patrick’s Day program is designed to bring lucky four-leaf clovers 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.

Game Day

Friday, March 17 from 1 to 3:30 p.m.

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

Circle of Caring

Fridays, March 17 & 24 from 3 to 4:30 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.

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.