Community Medical Center offers a free education series for family caregivers of those diagnosed with cancer.
TOMS RIVER, NJ, March 2, 2018 – Providing care for a family member diagnosed with cancer is selfless, constant work. Taking care of yourself becomes increasingly important so you can care for your loved one. Community Medical Center is offering a free education series to help cancer caregivers care for themselves.
All programs are held 2 – 3:30 pm at Community Medical Center, located on 99 Route 37 West in Toms River. Free parking and light refreshments will be available. To register for any of the following programs, call 1-888-724-7123.
Understanding the Experience of the Cancer Caregiver
Thursday, March 22 - Auditorium A
A discussion of the unique impact of cancer on loved ones and families, along with tips for improving your caregiving.
Partnering with Your Loved One’s Cancer Care Team at Community Medical Center
Wednesday, March 28 - Auditorium B
Meet the professionals of our Cancer Support Services who will talk about how they can help you, and how to work with them to improve your loved one’s care.
Important Community Resources for Cancer Patients & Families
Thursday, April 5 - Auditorium C
Find out about some of the local, state and national cancer-related foundations and community services that provide medical, financial, educational and other support services.
Put the Mask Over Yourself First: The Importance of Self-Care for Family Caregivers
Thursday, April 12 - Auditorium C
How can you effectively care for a loved one when you are physically and emotionally drained? We offer tips to care for your needs to avoid “caregiver burnout.”
Preparing for the Road Ahead: The Importance of Advanced Care Planning
Wednesday, April 18 - Auditorium C
Featured guest speaker Dr. Marianne Holler, Chief Medical Officer, VNA Health Group Hospice and Palliative Medicine, will discuss important documents that can help patients and their loved ones make choices about their health and end of life care, including Advanced Directives, P.O.L.S.T. and Five Wishes.
About Community Medical Center
Community Medical Center, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, is dedicated to advancing the quality of life and health of the greater Ocean County region. Community Medical Center is a fully accredited acute care hospital and maintains national accreditations in multiple specialty areas. Highly sophisticated services, not typically found in a community hospital, include advanced cancer, cardiac, emergency, maternity and neurology care, as well as cutting edge surgical care. Patients have access to advanced technology including the daVinci Xi robotic surgical platform, Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery System for joint replacement procedures and state-of-the-art imaging technology. In addition, the cancer center features one of the most sophisticated linear accelerators used for radiation therapy, a CyberKnife for treating inoperable tumors and holistic therapies to care for the whole person. Community Medical Center provides a broad array of health and wellness programs designed to help people achieve and maintain healthy lifestyles and optimal health. Visit rwjbh.org/community for more information.