Our Eugene M. and Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute support groups and wellness programs help you cope with your cancer diagnosis and enhance your quality of life. These services are available to you for one year after your treatment ends.
Please contact Oncology Support Services at 561-955-5406 with questions about supportive services and any phone or virtual programs.
Programs
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These support programs are at the Harvey & Phyllis Sandler Pavilion, Lynn Cancer Institute. Classes and groups are subject to change; please call prior to attending.
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Please note: Programs and services are available to you up to one year after your treatment ends.
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 group that offers support and helpful information on coping with cancer
When: Last Tuesday of every month | Noon–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 | 4–5 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 | 3:30–4:30 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 | 4:30–5:30 p.m. *via Zoom
For more information and to register, call 561-955-5406.Nutrition Support Group – Soup to Nuts
A monthly support group covering varied topics with an interactive format
When: Third Wednesday of every month | Noon–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 | 10:30–11:30 a.m. *via Zoom
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Nutritional Classes
Educational classes are 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 – 11 a.m. or Thursdays 3:30 – 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. The class is tailored to cancer patients’ needs and limitations. It may help you cope with the physical and psychological impacts of your disease. Yoga mats are provided. Please bring your own towel and water.
When: Thursdays 2 – 3 p.m.
Where: Lynn Cancer Institute - Sandler Pavilion
Registration: For more information and to register, call 561-955-5406.
*If you are currently undergoing treatment, we require a prescription from your treating physician.
N.E.W. You!
We offer support for your overall well-being through Nutrition, Exercise, and Wellness (N.E.W). Using Zoom, you meet individually with nutrition, exercise and wellness specialists for one 20-minute initial session and one 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 smoking cessation classes and available resources.
Community Education/Outreach Programs
Recorded sessions from 2022 | Boca Raton Regional Hospital (brrh.com) physician panels, cancer specific informational sessions, workshops and more.
Registration: Call 561-955-5097
Hand and Foot Massages
If you’re receiving chemotherapy in our infusion suite, you can receive complimentary hand or foot massages.
For more information, please call 561-955-5406.
Art and Music Therapy
Registration: For more information and to register, call 561-955-5406.
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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 Image Program experts are dedicated to enhancing your appearance while you’re undergoing cancer treatment.
The program, designed by Lynn Cancer Institute, teaches women beauty techniques and helps combat the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment, all in a caring, supportive group environment. Trained image professionals who are licensed cosmetologists with years of experience in the beauty and wellness field provide demonstrations and offer tips related to:
- Coping with skin changes
- Hand and nail care
- Makeup techniques
- Scar camouflage
- Scarf styles/Head coverings
- Wig fittings and choosing the right look
The Be U Tiful program is free, and all participants receive a complimentary cosmetic kit.
Meetings occur the second Monday of every month,10 a.m.–noon.
For more information, call 561-955-5406. The program requires an RSVP.
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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 about nutrition assistance, please call 561-955-2184.
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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) -
Acupuncture may help balance and harmonize your mind and body. It’s a safe and effective way to naturally treat many health issues. Treatment involves the use of sterile, single-use needles to stimulate one or more points on your body to promote the flow of internal energy.
Onco-acupuncture may help cancer-related side effects, including:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Dry mouth
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Hot flashes
- Loss of taste
- Nausea
- Pain
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Vomiting
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 this technique 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. Treatments are approximately 30 minutes.
Where: Lynn Cancer Institute – Sandler Pavilion
Cost: $20 per session.
Call 561-955-5406 for availability and to book your treatment.*If you are currently undergoing treatment, we require a prescription from your treating physician.
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Our care extends to those going through the grieving process.
Bereavement Counseling
Individual counseling is available for adults who have lost a loved one. For more information, call 561-955-5406.
Bereavement Support Group
We offer a monthly support group for people who have suffered the loss of a loved one within the past two years. The group is not appropriate for those dealing with traumatic loss or the loss of a young child.
When: Second Wednesday of every month | 10–11 a.m.
For more information and to RSVP, call 561-955-5406.