KAWARTHA LAKES-Community Care’s Hospice Services will continue to offer its two monthly cancer support programs this year thanks to the financial generosity of the Lindsay branch of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC).
The bank recently donated $5,000 to cancer support program at Community Care for the fourth consecutive annual $5,000 gift towards the Hospice programs.
The two monthly programs – Living With Cancer and the Hospice-facilitated Cancer Support Group fill a vital need for local residents. Like all of Hospice’s programs, the services are free of charge. Officials say donation such as this allows the organization to offer such programs that are not covered by core government funding.
Living With Cancer
A support group for individuals who are currently living with cancer, have been recently diagnosed, or are undergoing treatment. Community Care provides a safe place where participants can explore the challenges of living with cancer, feel connected to others, be heard and understood, share laughter and some tears, and find hope.
The Living With Cancer support group is offered on the second Monday of each month, 2 to 3:30 p.m. at 2 Kent St. W., Lindsay.
Cancer Support GroupÂ
A support group for anyone who has had the personal experience of living with cancer, including survivors. Participants can connect with others, gain new knowledge and coping skills, explore ongoing challenges, learn about community resources and practice self-care.
The Cancer Support Group is offered on the fourth Monday of each month, 2 to 4 p.m. at 2 Kent St. W., Lindsay.
Though both support groups are free to attend, registration is required. Contact Hospice Services (705-879-4123) to reserve a spot or for further information.
