Wednesday Empowerment Support Group 2011 Schedule
January 12
February 9
March 9
April 13
May 11
June 8
July 13
August 10
September 14
October 12
November 9
December 14
To register, or for more information, email or call Susan Nelson at 585-486-0580
Social Work
The Pluta Cancer Center recognizes the significant impact that a cancer diagnosis can have on the lives of patients and their families. Our fulltime oncology social worker is available to assist patients, their families, and support persons with psychosocial issues throughout the course of treatment. Psychosocial issues include financial concerns, supportive counseling, meditation and guided imagery, transportation, homecare and hospice referrals, durable medical equipment, insurance coverage, community and national referrals, and crisis intervention.
Support Groups
Pluta Cancer Center's support group is open to both Pluta patients and the community. This group is facilitated by our social worker, Susan Nelson, and provides an atmosphere conducive to sharing experiences, learning, self-awareness and connections with others. Group members are respectful of each other and confidentiality is practiced.
The Wednesday Empowerment or "WE" support group is open to anyone with a cancer diagnosis as well as family members (over the age of 18) and support persons. The group meets the second Wednesday of every month from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and a light dinner is provided. In addition to relaxation exercises and meditation, speakers on topics of interest to the group are also featured.