Cancer Educational Programs | Cancer Support Community Central Ohio

Empower Yourself

Our educational programs are designed to empower people affected by cancer with the knowledge they need to feel confident about participating in their care.

Start with Newcomer Welcome to learn about all our support programs, and make a plan for how you and your family can get involved.

Newcomer Welcome

Newcomer Welcome is a one-time orientation for all newcomers to attend, before participating in programming at Cancer Support Community. This 45-minute session introduces our programs and creates an Individual Wellness Plan to help you make the most of all Cancer Support Community has to offer. Registration is required.

To register please call 614-884-HOPE (4673) or Click Here.

Cooking For Wellness

Cooking and nutrition classes

Specifically designed with healthy ingredients for cancer patients and survivors.

Watch as our professional chef demonstrates how to prepare delicious, healthy meals, and learn about the nutritional benefits of the ingredients from our licensed dietitian.

Lunchtime Learning

Monthly sessions are presented as part of this year-long series. Each workshop features a subject-matter expert who provides important, topical information to help during the cancer journey. The small group setting allows participants to share their own experiences, ask questions and interact with presenters to find helpful resources and valuable tips. To view upcoming Lunchtime Learning sessions click here.

2024 Lunchtime Learning Schedule

June 3rd: Coping with Cancer-Related Post-Traumatic Stress. Most people associate PTSD with war veterans and victims of violent crime, but any life experience in which our safety and mortality are threatened can trigger PTSD. The physical and mental shock of having a life-threatening disease is a traumatic event for many cancer patients. We will review Cancer-Related Post-Traumatic Stress risk factors, symptoms, and coping options.

August 7th: Cancer Rehab/Prehab and Common Impairments. Jodi Deistler, PT and ReVital oncology rehab director will be presenting on cancer related impairments. Cancer rehabilitation is a specialized program for healing and recovering from cancer treatment. This enables people to return to life – family, friendships, work, and community.

September 4th: Cancer-Related Fatigue. Cancer-related fatigue is a common problem that faces many cancer survivors both during and after cancer treatments. In this session, we will discuss the causes of cancer-related fatigue and options to manage the symptoms so that you can start feeling great again.

October 2nd: Reiki Workshop

November 6th: Push the Pause Button for Cancer Caregivers. This workshop offers information on support for cancer caregivers. We will discuss the common worries and concerns of caregivers, role changes, and the benefits of caregiving. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their experience, hear from others like them, and learn practical strategies to cope and bolster their own well-being.

Natural Living Workshops

Lily Kunning of Haven Herbs present a year-long series of Natural Living workshops. Each month, we’ll explore the ways diet, exercise, and supplementation can benefit us. Presentations are held the second Monday of each month at 1 pm.

On-Site Education and Resource Library

A variety of cancer-specific resources are available at no cost from the Diamond Hill Capital Management Education and Resource Library at our facility. More information about the library is available here. Please visit us at our Old Henderson Road facility to browse and take home helpful materials. Click here for directions.

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