Denver Metro Area
Includes counties of Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, and Jefferson. (If you don't find resources for your county, please check a neighboring county.) |
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(S) = Servicios disponsibles en español. Services available in SpanishAmerican Cancer Society - See Colorado Support Organizations & Offices Andre Center for Breast Cancer Education and Navigation1640 E. 16th Ave., Denver, CO 80218, 303-388-2441. Information on treatment options, assistance with navigating the health care system, and connections to needed resources. •A community-based service for women and men diagnosed with breast cancer. •Provides access to a nurse who specializes in breast cancer education and navigation. •Services free at present. e-mail: breast-ca-edu@andrecenter.org Asian Pacific Development Center1544 Elmira St., Aurora, CO 80010, 303-365-2959, Contact Katie Friesen, ext. 100, or Li-Li Hsu, ext. 109 •Provides services to educate the Asian community about cancer prevention and support. •Interpreter Bank for several Asian and non-Asian languages. •Cultural competency training. e-mail: KatieFriesen@apdc.org, LiliyHsu@apdc.orgBoulder Community Hospital Cancer Support & EducationTebo Family Medical Pavilion, 4715 Arapahoe, Boulder, CO 80303. Contact Jill at 303-385-2003. •Seven Levels of Healing Program: 7-week program for patients, family members, and loved ones to help navigate through the cancer journey. Must attend introductory session. Call to confirm times and register. •Living With Cancer: Weekly support group for anyone living with cancer. Wednesdays 10 a.m.-noon. Contact Joe Gillan, LPC, Facilitator, 720-270-1505. •Caregivers and Loved Ones Support Group: Every other Monday, 5:45-7 p.m. Advanced registration required. Contact Clare Lindsay, 303-319-4232. •Children’s Support Group – CLIMB: 6-week activity-based group for children 6-11 years who have a parent or loved one dealing with cancer. Call 303-385-2003. •Young Moms with Cancer Support Group: For moms balancing coping with cancer and raising children. Tuesdays, 5:30-6:45 p.m. Registration required. Contact Clare Lindsay, 303-319-4232. •Breast Cancer Support Group for Newly Diagnosed Patients and Partners: Mondays, 4-5:30 pm. Call 720-854-7057. •Living with Advanced Breast Cancer: For women with Stage IV breast cancer. Mondays, noon-1:15 p.m. Registration required. Contact Clare Lindsay, 303-319-4232. •Look Good…Feel Better: First Monday of the month, 10 a.m.-noon. Registration required. Call 720-854-7290. •Self-guided resource center for patients and family members. 720-854-7293. Breast Cancer Network of Strength (formerly Y-ME)See also – Colorado Support Organizations & Services 2121 S. Oneida St., Suite 540, Denver, CO 80122. 303-300-5158. Contact Vicki Scott. Monthly meetings to connect with others who know how important it is to have peer support when facing breast cancer. At the following locations: Aurora
Denver/Metro
e-mail: vscott@networkofstrength.org CanSurvive and ThriveMile High Church, 9079 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood, CO 80226, 303-237-8851 or 303-499-8123. Call Susan Freedom at 303-432-3298. • Support group for anyone dealing with an illness challenge • Meets the fourth Saturday of the month, 10:00 a.m. to noon, Classroom III (S) Denver Health Cancer Resource CenterDenver Health, Davis Pavilion, First Flr., 700 Delaware Ave., Denver, CO 80204. Mailing address: Denver Health, 777 Bannock St., MC4001, Denver, CO 80204-4507. Contact Barbara Schwendler, 303-436-3410. •Assistance for Denver Health cancer patients and their families/supporters seeking information about diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. •Help with online research plus books, audio, and video materials. e-mail: Barbara.Schwendler@dhha.org (S) Exempla Lutheran Medical Center8300 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033. To register call 303-425-2929 •Two breast cancer support groups of STaRS: Sharing, Touching and Reaching Survivors of Breast Cancer. —Newly Diagnosed: For women during their first year since diagnosis. Third Tuesday of the month, 6-7:30 p.m. —Ongoing Support: For women diagnosed more than two years ago. First Wednesday of the month, 6-7:30 p.m. •Support group for all types of cancer patients and family. Second Thursday of the month, 6 p.m. •Moving Forward...Life After a Cancer Diagnosis: Health topics for women after a cancer diagnosis. January to May. Contact Linda Fiske, 303-425-8391. •Grief support group for persons who have experienced the death of a loved one. Call 303-425-8000. •The Dragonfly Program: Grief support for young people. Call 303-467-4989. •Circle of Support: Support group for caregivers. First and third Thursday, 5:30-7 p.m. Call 303-425-4828. •Look Good...Feel Better®: Free two-hour program teaches women in cancer treatment how to cope with changes in appearance. Call American Cancer Society for dates.
e-mail: fiskel@exempla.org Facing Breast Cancer TogetherParker Evangelical Presbyterian Church (PEPC), 9100 E. Parker Rd. , Parker, CO 80138, Call Lee or Bob Biffle at 303-805-9848. • Support group meets every second Friday of the month from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Husbands, friends or caregivers are invited. Friends for LifeCherry Hills Community Church, 3900 E. Grace Blvd., Highlands Ranch, CO 80126-7801, 303-663-9530, Contact Jeanne Fountain for more information. • Information-based breast cancer support group on focusing on how to live life better after breast cancer. Outside speakers attend • Meets the first Thursday of the month except holidays at 7:00 p.m. e-mail: jfjeanne@aol.com (S) Grillo Health Information CenterBoulder Public Library, 1000 Canyon Blvd, Boulder, CO 80302. 303-441-4144. •Assistance with health information research. •Access to credible websites, including subscription websites such as MD Consult. •Pamphlets and brochures describing community resources. •Library's collection includes medical reference books, health magazines, videotapes, and interlibrary loan services. e-mail: grillo_center@boulder.lib.co.us
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(S) Latinas Against Breast CancerContact Elvira de Anda, 303-964-9953 • Support group for Spanish speakers: “Learning to Live” (“Aprendiendo a Vivir”) (S) LifeSpark Cancer ResourcesEnergy Partners Program, 303-425-5670 or 303-940-4965 for Spanish speakers. Available in Denver, Boulder, Englewood, and Lakewood. •Matches individuals with cancer to Healing Touch and Reiki providers who offer weekly sessions. •Energy therapies can help decrease fatigue, nausea, anxiety, depression, and mental cloudiness as well as support physical comfort and a sense of peace while going through treatment or recovery. •Services on a sliding scale based on ability to pay. e-mail: info@LifeSparkNow.org Medical Center of AuroraBreast Cancer Care Center, 700 Potomac St., Aurora, CO 80011. 303-360-3742. Contact Sue Scheiwe, RN, Breast Specialist. •Breast cancer support group meets third Thursday of the month, 6-7:30 p.m. •For all stages of breast cancer survivorship. Free to all. Porter Adventist HospitalCancer Care Center, Healing Place, 2nd Floor, 2525 S. Downing St., Denver, CO 80210., 303-778-5832. Contact Jeanne Currey, RN, MSN Comprehensive Breast Center
Counseling and Support Groups
e-mail: jeannecurrey@centura.org or rebeccayoung@centura.org (S) Project Angel Heart4190 Garfield, #5, Denver, CO 80216. 303-830-0202, ext. 22, or 800-381-5612. •Provides meals to people living with a life-threatening illness and limited mobility affecting food preparation. •Potential clients should contact the Client Services Department at Project Angel Health for a referral form, which needs to be signed by a medical professional. www.projectangelheart.orgRocky Mountain Cancer Centers (RMCC)RMCC offers support groups for patients, family and staff at several locations. Contact these and other locations near you for support group dates and times. •Aurora, 1700 S. Potomac, 303-418-7600. •Boulder, 4715 Arapahoe Ave., 303-385-2000. •Denver, 1800 Williams, 303-388-4876. • Denver- Rose, 4700 E. Hale Parkway, Suite 400, 303-321-0302. • Lakewood, 34 Van Gordan St., Suite 160, 303-430-2700. •Littleton, 22 W. Dry Creek Cir., 303-730-4700. • Lone Tree, 10103 RidgeGate Pkwy., Suite G01, 303-925-0700. • Parker, 9397 Crown Crest Blvd., Suite 421, 303-805-7744. •Thornton, 8820 Huron Street, 303-386-7622. Seniors, Inc.5840 E. Evans, Denver, CO 80222. 303-300-6900. •Helps families and individuals maintain independent living. •Prescription medication assistance, in-home support services, and money management assistance. www.seniorsinc.orgSister to Sister Breast Cancer Program, sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta SororityP.O. Box 7432, Denver, CO 80207 Contact Mella Dee Warren, 303-771-8784; Jo Ann Pegues, 303-355-3423; or B.J. Barnes, 303-780-0620 for more information. • For African-American breast cancer patients, survivors and supporters • Support group meets the first Saturday of the month, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sky Ridge Medical Center10103 RidgeGate Parkway, Lone Tree, CO, 80124, Contact Tracy Tomko, 720-225-4201or Amy Bloom 720-225-2459 for more information. • Share Your Cancer Challenge — support group for survivors, families, and friends. Meets every Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Sky Ridge Cancer Center Conference Room. Stage IV Young Survivor GroupBreast Cancer Network of Strength office, 2121 S. Oneida St., Suite 540, Denver, CO 80224, 303-300-5158 • Meets monthly to share and connect feelings and experiences, third Saturday of month, 10:30 AM t0 12 Noon. Susan G. Komen for the Cure — Denver Metropolitan Affiliate1835 Franklin Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80218. 303-744-2088. •Funds education, screening, and treatment support projects in its service area through funds raised from events such as Race for the Cure ® and Pink Tie Affair®. •Provides a list of funded projects on request. Some Komen-funded projects may provide screening and treatment for women not eligible for screening under Women's Wellness Connection guidelines. •Provides speakers on breast health and breast cancer topics. University of Colorado Cancer CenterCancer Resource Center at Anschutz Cancer Pavilion, 1665 N. Ursula St., Main Fl., Aurora, CO 80010. All groups are free and open to the community. Call 720-848-0316 to register or for more information. • Women's and Men's Advanced Cancer Support Group. Meets the first and third Friday of the month, 2:30 to 4:30 PM. • CLIMB: Children's Lives Include Moments of Bravery. Support group for school-age children whose parent or primary caregiver has cancer. • Dealing with Breast Cancer Together: From Diagnosis through Recovery. Meet with a nurse, social worker, physical therapist, and Reach to Recovery volunteer to guide and support you with your breast cancer journey. Meets first and third Friday from 10:30 AM to 12 Noon. •Part of Your Cancer You Can Control. Free classes on nutrition and cancer. Write Through Cancer to HealingHealthLinks Clinic, 3434 47th St. #105, Boulder, CO. 303-443-1937, contact Debra Maxey, 303-443-1937. • Journal writing group for cancer survivors meets every Wednesday, 4:00 - 6:00 PM • Email journaling option for those who cannot attend the group. email: writethroughcancer@gmail.com
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