What do you say to someone who has cancer? Often times it’s difficult to know what to do, or how to help. There is a wonderful place that welcomes hundreds of cancer patients, survivors, their families and friends to come together to share in their fight and their triumph. It’s Cancer Wellness at Piedmont Cancer Center. They provide comprehensive, complimentary services and programs to those affected by cancer at any phase in their cancer journey.

Professionally led programs include education, relaxation and stress reduction, movement and exercise, expressive arts, meditation, support groups, individual nutritional and psychological counseling, cooking
demos and social events. Our mission is to consistently provide quality psychosocial programs as an adjunct to conventional medical care that improves quality of life and promotes health and well-being.

Thanks to generous philanthropic support, Piedmont is able to offer these programs free of charge and open to anyone in greater Atlanta affected by cancer. All programs take place at Cancer Wellness at Piedmont, located in the Piedmont Hospital Cancer Center, 1800 Howell Mill Road (Piedmont West Medical Office Park), Suite 700, Atlanta, 30318, unless otherwise noted in the class listing.

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Join Kaedy Kiely

The Rivers's own, Kaedy will be at the Piedmont Cancer Center.

Join her Wednesday, November 4, 12pm - 2pm for the class, What to Eat When Undergoing Chemo or Radiation.

Following is a sample of some of our upcoming classes. For a comprehensive list, visit our website at www.piedmontcancerconnection.org/ OR call 404-425-7944.

Open House Piedmont Cancer Center featuring Cancer Wellness at Piedmont

DATE: Saturday, November 21
TIME: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
LOCATION: Piedmont Outpatient Center
at Piedmont West Medical Office Park,
1800 Howell Mill Road, Suites 700 and 750,
Atlanta, Georgia 30318.

Support Groups

WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU ARE DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER: FINDING INFORMATION AND STRENGTH
For those who are newly diagnosed and are looking for increased understanding and awareness of the journey
through cancer – what to anticipate, key questions to ask and options to explore. As Lance Armstrong said, “Knowledge is Power.” Facilitated by Lynne Padgett, Ph.D. Inspired and funded by Faye Hyman.
DATES: First and third Thursdays

COUPLES ENRICHMENT AND SUPPORT GROUP
Share time with your partner while meeting other couples. Utilizing activities such as music making, massage,
communication exercises and partner yoga will help deepen your bond and connection within your couple and
Cancer Wellness group. Come have fun and feel the support of a caring group. Facilitated by Cindy Stark Reid, LPC, LMT and Dennis Buttimer M.Ed.
DATES: Tuesdays, October 13 and 27, November 10 and
December 8
TIME: 6:45 to 8:30 p.m.

A GUY’S GROUP
For men at any stage of recovery from cancer. Lean into the strength and support of other men and gain needed tools.
Facilitated by Dennis Buttimer, M.Ed.
DATES: Second and fourth Mondays
TIME: 6 to 7:30 p.m.

SUPPORTING YOUR LOVED ONE THROUGH CANCER
Open to any caregivers, partners, family members or friends of someone who has cancer. Facilitated by Dennis Buttimer, M.Ed.
DATES: First and third Mondays
TIME: 6 to 7:30 p.m.

LIVING WITH STAGE 4 CANCER?
Are you interested in opportunities to explore the meaning of life at this stage with others? Call Jackie Lawrence, LCSW, at 404-425-7921.
TIME: Noon to 1:30 p.m. A brown bag lunch will be provided or feel free to bring your own.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call 404-425-7944.

WOMEN’S CANCER SUPPORT
For women who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer and are at any stage of recovery. Facilitated by
Barbara Robey, LCSW.
DATES: Second and fourth Tuesdays
TIME: 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Nutrition and Wellness

Cancer patients have special nutrition needs and issues related to eating. Taste and Savor has some great recipes available to support these nutritional needs.

Click here to visit their site and download some great recipes.