Your Health
Support Groups
The following classes are offered through Simi Valley Hospital (SVH) and its educational partners. Simi Valley Hospital supports the Wellness Community and its mission to provide for the health and wellness of our community. Their cancer support groups and education resources are offered at no cost. For more information on their class offerings, call the Wellness Community at (805) 379-4777.
After Breast Cancer Support Group
A free support group for those surviving breast cancer. Offered by the American Cancer Society. For more information, call Mary at (805) 526-8006.
Simi Valley Senior Center, Room 106
3900 Avenida Simi, Simi ValleyFirst Thursday of every month, 7pm-8:30pm
Brain Tumor Networking Group
Professionally led, drop-in forum to share experiences, practical solutions, and offer inspiration and hope to others. Family members and friends are welcome. For more information, call (805) 379-4777 or visit www.twcvv.org.
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake VillageFirst Thursday of every month, 6:30pm
Family & Friends Drop-In Cancer Support Group
Professionally-led, drop-in support group for family members and friends of people with cancer to share concerns, issues and information. For more information, call (805) 379-4777 or visit www.twcvv.org.
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake VillageThursdays, 10am
Grief Recovery Support Group
This free support group is for individuals who are suffering from a loss and need a safe place to give expression to their feelings, their questions and emotions. Both support groups are facilitated by Chaplain Ron Hyrchuk, SVH director of spiritual care services, who has more than a decade of experience in helping others work through the death of a loved one. Begins May 22, 2007. Call (805) 955-6225 for more information or to register.
Aspen Outpatient Center Conference Room
2750 N Sycamore Dr., Simi Valley
Every Thursday, 2:30pm-4pm and 7pm-8:30pm
Jennifer Diamond Cancer Research Library
Features books, videotapes and audiotapes, pamphlets and two state-of-the-art computers. For more information, call (805) 379-4777 or visit www.twcvv.org.
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake VillageTuesday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 6pm-8pm
Saturdays, by appointment
Look Good...Feel Better
Your self-image is always important to your total health and well being. This free support group helps women in active cancer treatment learn techniques to restore their self-image and cope with appearance-related side effects. Certified beauty professionals provide tips on caring for your skin, hair styling with wigs and accessories, and makeup techniques. Call 800-ACS-2345 to make a reservation.
Simi Valley Hospital Aspen Center
2750 Sycamore Dr., Simi ValleyAug. 2, 4pm-6pm
Oct. 4, 4pm-6pm
Dec. 6, 4pm-6pm
Multiple Myeloma Networking Group
A free monthly drop-in forum to share experiences, practical solutions, and offer inspiration and hope to others. Family members and friends are welcome. For details please contact Gary Diehl at (805) 647-2852.
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake VillageFirst Saturday of every month, 11:30am
New Hope Cancer Support Group
This is a free support group for Metastatic, Recurrence, and Advanced Breast Cancer. Offered by the American Cancer Society. For more information call Robin at (805) 522-7203. Or call the American Cancer Society at (805) 529-2530 or the 24-hour multilingual resource and support hotline at 1-800-ACS-2345 (1-800-227-2345).
Simi Valley Senior Center, Room 106
3900 Avenida Simi, Simi ValleySecond Monday of every month, 7pm-9pm
Prostate Cancer Networking Group
A free monthly drop-in forum to share experiences, practical solutions, and offer inspiration and hope to others. Family members and friends are welcome. No interview or RSVP required. Offered by The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura. For more information, call (805) 379-4777 or visit www.twcvv.org.
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake VillageThird Saturday of every month, 10:30am
Prostate Cancer Support Group
A free support group for prostate cancer survivors. Offered by the American Cancer Society. For more information, call Dave at 805-526-7255. Or call the American Cancer Society at (805) 529-2530 or the 24-hour multilingual resource and support hotline at 1-800-ACS-2345 (1-800-227-2345).
Countrywide, 1F West Luncheon Room
400 Countrywide Way, Simi ValleySecond Tuesday of every month, 7pm-9pm
Prostate Cancer Support and Education Group
A free support group for men who have been newly diagnosed with prostate cancer and their partners. Offered by the American Cancer Society. For more information, call Ken at 818-991-9971 during the day or 818-707-3627 in the evenings. You may also call the American Cancer Society at (805) 529-2530 or the 24-hour multilingual resource and support hotline at 1-800-ACS-2345 (1-800-227-2345).
Global Senior Center
1385 E. Janss Rd., Thousand OaksFirst and third Wednesday of every month, 7pm-9pm
Support Groups for People with Cancer and Their Family Members
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura offers several free, weekly groups for people with cancer and family members. Groups are facilitated by a professional therapist. Attendance at an orientation session and a brief interview are necessary before joining. To schedule an orientation, please call (805) 379-4777.
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake VillageCall for days & times.
Tzu Chi Free Clinic Cancer Support Group
A free support group for Chinese speakers. Offered by the American Cancer Society. For more information, call Laura Yang at 818-983-2633, Jenny Hwang at 805-358-3941 or Peggy Joh at 818-304-4567. Or call the American Cancer Society at (805) 529-2530 or the 24-hour multilingual resource and support hotline at 1-800-ACS-2345 (1-800-227-2345).
LA Northwest Service Center
29504 Bertrand Dr., Agoura HillsSecond Sunday of every month
Wellness Community Orientation Meetings
The Wellness Community offers the following free programs to people with cancer and their families. A cancer survivor will introduce you to The Wellness Community’s programs and services. For more information, call (805) 379-4777 or visit www.twcvv.org.
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake VillageTuesdays, 7pm & Fridays, 10am
Young Women's Cancer Support Group
A free support group for young women with cancer. Offered by the American Cancer Society. For more information about this support group, call Rebecca at (805) 415-4423. Or call the American Cancer Society at (805) 529-2530 or the 24-hour multilingual resource and support hotline at 1-800-ACS-2345 (1-800-227-2345).
Countrywide, 1F West Luncheon Room
400 Countrywide Way, Simi ValleyFirst Tuesday of every month, 7pm-9pm
