As a result of earlier detection, improved treatments and the supportive care of family and friends, there are now more than 10 million cancer survivors in the United States.

Often following treatment for cancer, patients find that they need support that is different from their needs while in active treatment. To offer assistance, The Cancer Centers of Saint Barnabas Medical Center will once again present an 11-part Cancer Survivorship Lecture Series entitled “Project H.O.P.E. (Helping Our Patients Excel).”

“As many survivors learn, recovery is not always the end of the cancer experience,” explains Angela McCabe, LCSW, OSW-C, Director of Psychosocial Support Services and Community Outreach at Saint Barnabas. “This program was created to address the wide variety of medical and emotional concerns patients have following treatment.”

These free programs will provide an opportunity for cancer survivors and their families to hear from our multidisciplinary team at Saint Barnabas. This lecture series may help individuals transition onto their path of wellness. The program schedule and speakers are as follows:

September 14, 2010: Navigating Your Care After Breast Cancer Treatment

Loriann Manning, RN, BSN, OCN, Assistant Director of Clinical Services, Saint Barnabas Cancer Center

September 21, 2010: The Seven Main Energy Centers of the Body - "The Chakras"

Lynn Ferrer, RN, Holistic Nurse Practitioner, Psychosocial Support Services, Cancer Program

September 28, 2010: Understanding and Managing Treatment Related Menopause

Jennifer Wagmiller, MD, Medical Oncologist, Saint Barnabas Cancer Center

October 5, 2010: Weight Gain and Lifestyle Changes

Abby Blaustein, MS, RD, CDE, Manager, Siegler Center for Integrative Medicine and the Obesity and Weight Management Center

October 12, 2010: Managing Cancer Related Fatigue

Loriann Manning, RN, BSN, OCN, Assistant Director of Clinical Services, Saint Barnabas Cancer Center

October 19, 2010: Communication and Relationship Issues

Patti Conlin, LSW, Oncology Social Worker, Psychosocial Support Services, Cancer Program

October 26, 2010: Genetics- When Is it a Family Affair?

Janice Berliner, MS, CGC, Board Certified Genetic Counselor, Psychosocial Support Services, Cancer Program

November 2, 2010: Profiles in Strength and Coping

Features a panel of cancer survivors who will share their stories of healing and strength

November 9, 2010: “Someone I Love Has Cancer” - What Do We Tell Our Children?

Donna Dandrilli, MA, ATR, Art Therapist, Psychosocial Support Services, Cancer Program

November 16, 2010: Defining Yourself after Treatment

Patti Conlin, LSW, Oncology Social Worker, Psychosocial Support Services, Cancer Program

November 23, 2010: Returning to Work After Short and Long Term Absences

Angela McCabe, LCSW, OSW-C, Director, Psychosocial Support Services and Community Outreach

All of the programs will be held from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the Radiation Oncology Classroom, Room #1749, on the first floor of Saint Barnabas Medical Center, 94 Old Short Hills Road in Livingston. While these programs are free, registration is required. To register or for more information, please call Angela McCabe, LCSW, OSW-C, Director of Psychosocial Support Services and Community Outreach, at 973-322-2668.