Living with cancer can be one of the greatest challenges a person can face in the course of a lifetime. To help patients through their cancer experiences, Fairview Southdale Hospital is proud to offer American Cancer Society’s I Can Cope classes onsite beginning in March. I Can Cope is an educational program for people facing cancer—patients as well as their friends, family or caregivers. Led by Fairview Southdale Hospital oncology nurses, free I Can Cope courses offer up-to-date cancer information and referrals to American Cancer Society programs and other community resources on topics relevant to cancer patients. 

I Can Cope classes meet 3 – 4 30 p.m. at Fairview Southdale Hospital, International Room. Snacks provided. Registration required. Call 612-672-7272 to register.

Thursday, June 19
Managing the effects of Illness and Treatment
This class addresses the health challenges associated with cancer including hair loss, nausea and more. An overview of common disease and treatment-related problems and possible strategies can help participants begin building a repertoire of self-care techniques. A panel of cancer experts will help answer your questions as part of session.

Thursday, Sept. 11
Managing the effects of Illness and Treatment
This class addresses the health challenges associated with cancer including hair loss, nausea and more. An overview of common disease and treatment-related problems and possible strategies can help participants begin building a repertoire of self-care techniques. A panel of cancer experts will help answer your questions as part of session.

Thursday, Oct 9
Keeping well in Mind and Body
This class introduces the five dimensions of health and encourages participants to consider ways of maintaining health in spite of cancer. Strategies for increasing well-being will be explored and participants are given the opportunity to learn and practice simple exercise and stress reduction techniques.
 

Thursday, Nov. 6
Communicating Concerns and Feelings
The main goals of this class are to identify key emotions surrounding a cancer diagnosis, define communication, and help identify ways communication can be enhanced, both with family and friends and with health care professionals.