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Circle of Care Cancer Support and Psycho-Oncology Services February Events

Circle of Care Services

Cancer patients and survivors living in Guam and members of their support team, including family and friends, are invited to participate in the Circle of Care program, which offers cancer support and psycho-oncology services to the Guam community. The Circle of Care program is provided by Pay-Less Community Foundation through a grant from the Guam Cancer Trust Fund. All services are free of charge.

Online Cancer Support Group – Tuesdays 6:00-8:00 pm

Circle of Care's weekly online cancer support group is held every Tuesday evening at 6:00-8:00 pm on Zoom. The group is facilitated by community educator Marie Benito, clinical psychology associate Dr. Camarin Meno, and patient care coordinator Jeanine Quinto. In the first half of each group session, guest speakers will give presentations on cancer support services available in Guam. Click here for the online support group Zoom link: Circle of Care Zoom Link (Zoom Meeting ID: 893 8497 7616; Passcode: 590035)

February Sessions:

  • February 03 - Guest Speaker: Karen Song, Pharmacist (SuperDrug)
  • February 10 - Guest Speaker: Group Sharing
  • February 17 - Guest Speaker: Linda Frank (Survivor Spotlight)
  • February 24 - Guest Speaker: Dr. Ramel Carlos, MD (The Neurology Clinic)

In-Person Cancer Support Group & Wellness Services – Saturdays 9:30 am-1:00 pm

Circle of Care's in-person cancer support group is held every 1st and 3rd Saturday at 9:30 am-1:00 pm at the Pay-Less Corporate Office, HR Training Room (Building B), 116 W Chålan Santo Papa, Hagåtña (across from Calvo's Insurance). The group is facilitated by licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Iain Twaddle, community educator Marie Benito, and program coordinator Maree Saloma, as well as cancer care specialists from the community. A nutritional light lunch and snacks will be provided.

February Sessions:

Saturday, February 07 (9:30 am-1:00 pm)

  • Support Group - Dr. Iain Twaddle, Marie Benito, and Maree Saloma
  • Restorative Yoga - Anjoleen San Nicolas, Yoga Instructor
  • Art for Healing - Dr. Arlene Diaz, PhD in Education and Art Therapy

Saturday, February 21 (9:30 am-1:00 pm)

  • Support Group - Dr. Iain Twaddle, Marie Benito, and Maree Saloma
    + Questions and Conversations Corner: Dr. Kitty Victoria, Medical Oncologist (GRMC)
  • Restorative Yoga - Linda Frank, Yoga for Cancer Certified Instructor
  • Oncology Nutrition - Rosae Calvo Shandor, RDN, LDN

Specialized Cancer Support Services

  • Support group for Women with Gynecological Cancer – Wednesday, February 25 (6:00-8:00 pm)
    Facilitators: Clinical Psychology Associate Dr. Camarin Meno and Associate Facilitator Camille Maestrecampo

    Circle of Care's gynecological cancer support group provides an opportunity for women with cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, or vulvar cancer to get support from others with a similar diagnosis. Gynecological cancer patients, survivors, and members of their support team are invited to join. For further information, please contact Camille Maestrecampo by email ([email protected]).
  • Support group for Women with Breast Cancer – Saturday, February 28 (10:00 am-12:00 pm)
    Facilitators: Licensed Clinical Psychologist Dr. Iain Twaddle and Program Coordinator Maree Saloma

    Circle of Care's breast cancer support group provides an opportunity for women with breast cancer to get support from others with a similar diagnosis. Breast cancer patients, survivors, and members of their support team are invited to join. For further information, please contact Maree Saloma by email ([email protected]).

Water Aerobics at the Hilton Guam Resort and Spa – Saturday, February 14 (10:00 am-12:00 pm) Instructor: Jasmine Brasuel

A water aerobics class for cancer patients, cancer survivors, and family members is held on the second Saturday of each month at the Hilton Guam Resort and Spa.

Individual and Family Psycho-Oncology Counseling and Patient Navigation

Cancer patients and members of their support team can meet with licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Iain Twaddle, clinical psychology associate Dr. Camarin Meno, or one of our staff counselors for individualized support as they go through their cancer journey. To schedule psycho-oncology counseling or patient navigation services, please contact Dr. Iain Twaddle by email ([email protected]).

Tai Chi & Qi Gong for Cancer Patients, Survivors, and Caregiver

Circle of Care offers Tai Chi and Qi Gong for cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers with instructor Tina Cruz every Wednesday morning from 9:00-10:00 am at Synergy Studio II (436 Marine Corps Drive, next to Dial Rent-to-Own in East Hagåtña). Sessions for this month will be held February 04, 11, 18, 25.

REGISTRATION:

To register for the program or for more information, please contact:

Circle of Care is funded by a grant from the Guam Cancer Trust Fund.