Strategies for coping with cancer
The Cancer Society is excited to announce the dates for the Cancer Society’s Webinar Series and Cancer Support Series (previously “Tips and Tools”).
The sessions are led by their experienced registered psychologists and aim to provide people with a range of strategies to help cope with cancer.
1. Webinar Series – online talks via Zoom by a Cancer Society Psychologist
When: Fortnightly on Wednesdays 10.00am - 11.30am
Where: Via Zoom meeting (once registered you will receive a link to join)
- Finding a New Normal - Hear about common difficulties people experience adjusting to life after a cancer diagnosis and treatment and strategies to help you find a “New Normal”.
- Coping with Emotions and Communication - Learn ways of coping with the impact of a cancer diagnosis and explore strategies for communicating about your cancer.
- Stress Management and Sleeping Easy - Learn strategies to cope with stress related to a cancer diagnosis and tips and tools for sleeping better.
- Strategies for Supporters - Supporting someone with cancer? Learn how to cope with the impact of cancer on your life and develop strategies to support your loved one and look after yourself.
**There are limited numbers so please encourage your patients to register by emailing [email protected].
While these dates are confirmed, they are open to being responsive to the needs of the patients and may add topics and extra webinars if these talks fill up, so email Anna if you have any questions or feedback.
2. Cancer Support Series – In person talks by a Cancer Society Psychologist
When: Fortnightly on Thursdays 12.30 - 1.30pm
Where: Support Room, Domain Lodge Grafton
- Sleeping Easy — Learn about why sleep is important and strategies for sleeping better.
- Finding a New Normal — To help you cope with life after cancer treatment ends and find a new normal.
- Riding the emotional roller-coaster — Learn how to cope with emotions related to a cancer diagnosis and treatment.
- Communication and support — Learn how to talk to friends and whānau about your cancer and get the support you need.
- Strategies for Supporters — Supporting someone with cancer? Learn how to cope with the impact of cancer on your life and develop strategies to support your loved one and look after yourself.