Classes and Support Groups

Through Avera Cancer Institute's Oncology Support Services, we provide expert medical care and support services that address your unique physical, emotional and spiritual needs.

Support groups are for family members as much as they are for those with cancer. Because loved ones may need help in dealing with disruptions, financial conflicts, difficult role changes and other stresses, Avera Cancer Institute is committed to help family members come to terms with the disease and the changes it brings about.

For further information about these or other offerings at the Avera Cancer Institute please call 605-322-3000 or 1-800-657-4377.

Metastatic Breast Cancer Support Group

This group is designed to address the needs of women diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer. It provides an opportunity to meet with others, find strength and purpose and provide information.

When: 4-5pm, May 16

Where: Prairie Center-1000 E. 23rd, call 322-3000

Cost: Free

BMT Connections Support Group

Group of individuals, and their caregivers, that have gone through or may be undergoing a transplant. Meets 2nd thursday's at 4pm.

Upcoming speakers:

June 13: cooking demonstration and healthy summer eating by Quarry staff and ACI Dietitian

Where: Prairie Center - 1000 E. 23rd Street, 605-322-3000
Cost: Free

A Time to Heal for breast cancer

Among survivorship programs is “A Time to Heal,” a 12-week holistic rehabilitation program designed to help men and women regain physical, emotional, intellectual, psychological and spiritual health after undergoing cancer treatment. People who have completed this program say they have greater satisfaction in life and stronger feelings of well-being.  This program is funded grant from the Komen Foundation.

When: Next offering in the fall of 2013

Where: Prairie Center - 1000 E. 23rd Street, Call 322-3000 for details
Cost: Free

A Time to Heal for all cancers

Among survivorship programs is “A Time to Heal,” a 12-week holistic rehabilitation program designed to help men and women regain physical, emotional, intellectual, psychological and spiritual health after undergoing cancer treatment. People who have completed this program say they have greater satisfaction in life and stronger feelings of well-being.

When: Next offering in the fall of 2013

Where: Prairie Center - 1000 E. 23rd Street, Call 322-3000 for details

Cost: Free

Look Good . . . Feel Better

This program offers makeup tips and helps women apply makeup and concealer, making them look and feel beautiful as they deal with the outward side effects of chemotherapy and radiation on hair and skin.

When: 2nd Tuesday 1:00-3:00p.m.; 4th Wednesday 4:00-6:00p.m

Registration required: Call American Cancer Society Navigator at 605-322-3235

Where: Prairie Center - 1000 E. 23rd Street
Cost: Free

CLIMB® - Children's Lives Include Moments of Bravery

Children’s Lives Include Moments of Bravery (CLIMB) is a special support program developed by The Children’s Treehouse Foundation, a non-profit foundation dedicated to the emotional support of children who have parents with cancer. This program is unique to the region and only offered at Avera.

When:  Next session offered Summer 2013...Call today for more information!!  605-322-3000

Massages

Two options are available for massage by Licensed Massage Therapists

1. Wednesdays: Noon-3:00pm massages are available for $65/hour and $45/30 minutes.

2. Tuesdays: 9:00am-Noon massages are available for $65/hour and $45/30 minutes.

Appointments available by calling the Care Store at 605-322-8470 or 800-657-4377.

Other Support Group Resources

CancerCare is a national nonprofit organization that provides free, professional support services to anyone affected by cancer: people with cancer, caregivers, children, loved ones, and the bereaved. CancerCare programs-including counseling and support groups, education, financial assistance and practical help-are provided by professional oncology social workers and are completely free of charge. Learn more »