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Stroke Support Group
Registration open
1:00PM
The Stroke Survivor Support Group offers education, support and resources for individuals who have been affected by stroke. Survivors, family members, caregivers...
Parkinson's Disease Caregiver Support Group
Registration open
3:00PM
Group meeting for spouses and/or family members of persons with Parkinson's disease. A clinical social worker will facilitate the group for sharing of...
Motherhood: The New Reality Show
Registration open
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Bring the baby, pack a lunch and join other new moms as we brainstorm tips on infant care and surviving motherhood. We will discuss coping strategies for the developmental milestones of infants, provide lactation support, offer suggestions for transitioning back to work and share resources for staying home full-time.
This class/support group is targeted to moms who are 2 – 12 weeks post-delivery, however, any new mother is welcome as often as you like. Classes are facilitated by an RN/Lactation Consultant. Often Duke Pediatricians/Residents are able to join us. One-time $10 fee for all the sessions a mom chooses to attend.
Genitourinary Cancers Support Group
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
This support group is for patients of genitourinary cancers and their family members. Meetings are held on the second Monday of every month.
Prepared Childbirth Class Series
Registration open
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Educators trained as Lamaze certified childbirth instructors (LCCE) teach all classes at Teer House. The series of classes includes information and practice sessions on: signs and stages of labor; role of the dad/support person; vaginal and cesarean births; comfort measures including relaxation and breathing techniques; pain management options; coping with unexpected outcomes; hospital routines. This 4 class series will be Mondays, July 8,15,22 & 29. Expectant parents are encouraged to complete the series between their 30-37th week. We recommend you attend the hospital tour prior to beginning this series since some dates may conflict. Register early, space is limited.
Thoracic Oncology Support Group
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
This support group is for patients and families coping with lung cancer, head and neck cancers, or sarcoma. Meetings are held every Tuesday.
Art Therapy Group
Registration open
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Cancer patients are invited to join us for an art therapy group. We meet on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month.
Infant Massage Class Series
Registration open
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
This 2-part hands-on series (Tuesday/Thursday, July 9 & 16) introduces parents to the basics of infant massage, which helps parents bond with baby, aid in digestion, etc. Infants ages 1 month – 4 months may participate. All classes are taught by Certified Infant Massage Instructors. “Baby’s First Touch” massage book and massage oil provided.
Please dress baby in 2-piece (top and bottom) outfit and bring an extra blanket with the usual gear in your baby bag.
Infant/Child CPR and Safety
Registration open
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
An introduction to infant and child safety strategies along with CPR training according to the American Heart Association Friends and Family CPR standards. This class does NOT provide participants with certification cards. For your comfort, we recommend taking this class before week 34 or after the birth of your baby.
Breast Cancer Support Group
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Cancer Center is offering a breast cancer support group designed for any breast cancer patient. The group provides a place where patients can meet others going through similar experiences and can gain support and friendship. This is an informal group that meets the 2nd Tuesday night each month from 6:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Cancer and Diabetes Support Group
Registration open
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Learn how managing diabetes can help reduce risk of infection, prevent cancer treatment interruptions, and improve quality of life. Meetings are held every Wednesday in the 0 Level Conference Room of the Duke Cancer Center from 11:00-12:00.
Guided Relaxation
12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Enjoy deep relaxation, stress relief and benefits of meditation without prior experience. When practiced regularly, these activities lead to a reduction in your everyday stress levels and boost in your feelings of joy and serenity. These guided meditations are located in the Quiet Room on the 0 Level of the Duke Cancer Center. Sessions are held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month.
Buy Green, Buy Local: DukeWell Series
Registration open
5:30PM
DukeWELL (formerly Duke Prospective Health) proudly sponsors a free monthly seminar series, presented by Duke Integrative Medicine that address such topics as...
Tai Chi
3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Tai Chi (TIE-CHEE) uses flowing movements performed in a slow, focused manner and is accompanied by deep breathing. Instructor John Hillson, RN, ONC, CHPN will guide you through this graceful self-paced form of exercise that is now used for stress reduction and for a variety of other health conditions. These sessions are located in the Quiet Room on the 0 Level of the Cancer Center and are held on the 2nd and forth Thursday of the month. No registration is needed. For more information call (919) 681-2928 or e-mail Kristy.Everette@Duke.edu.