ChemoChicSM
Empowering Women Undergoing Chemotherapy
ChemoChic is a monthly, interactive class offered by the Georgia Cancer Foundation for women undergoing chemotherapy. Developed by three female survivors, ChemoChic provides women with practical information, empowering them to face the challenges created by cancer and chemotherapy. Women attend ChemoChic only once but leave with a renewed sense of well being and the confidence to live their lives to the fullest.
Who Should Attend?
Women receiving chemotherapy for all types of cancer are invited to attend ChemoChic and may bring a female companion with them. This is a free class, but reservations are required. Please visit this page (link to dates/times/locations page) for a complete listing of times and location, or call and ask to speak to one of our ChemoChic Coordinators at (888) 441-CURE.
What Will I Learn?
Volunteers and professionals (nutritionists, yoga instructors, and oncology social workers and nurses) teach women how to enrich their minds, bodies, and spirits.
Topics include:
- Healthy eating tips
- Relaxation techniques
- Coping strategies
- Head covering suggestions
- And much more!
What are the Benefits?
- Provides emotional support to women in the initial stages of treatment when anxiety is high and knowledge is often limited
- Offers participants the opportunity to openly exchange ideas and share concerns with others who are experiencing similar challenges
- Empowers women by giving them information and tools to combat the adverse side effects of chemotherapy
- Utilizes qualified healthcare professionals to provide accurate, factual information
- Gives participants an opportunity to learn from a facilitator who has personally undergone chemotherapy
What do Women Like About ChemoChic?
Since it was started in 2003, ChemoChic has helped hundreds of women undergoing chemotherapy. Here is what ChemoChic attendees have said about the program:
- “The amount of information available for women was excellent – no one tells you these things!”
- “I liked being able to bring a friend for support.”
- “Knowing I’m not alone helps. I really enjoyed ChemoChic and felt better after coming.”
- “It was nice to be reminded that we can still look nice and be confident while undergoing cancer treatment. Can I come a second time?”
- “ChemoChic was a nice complement to the [American Cancer Society’s] “Look Good, Feel Better Program.”
Locations
Cancer Wellness at Piedmont Hospital
275 Collier Road, Suite 490,
Atlanta, GA 30309,
on the fourth Thursday of every month from 1-3 p.m.
The Lion’s Club International in Centerville
612 North Houston Lake Blvd.,
Centerville, GA 31028
on the fourth Saturday of every month from 10-12:30 p.m
For reservations, email Rudi Caruthers or call 770-333-3314.
Because ChemoChic has proven to be such a worthwhile program for women undergoing chemotherapy, the Georgia Cancer Foundation has developed the ChemoChic Network. If your agency would be interested in sponsoring a ChemoChic program, or for more information, please call 770-640-5529, ext. 12.
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