Groups

All group facilitators may be reached at 301-496-2381.


Ovarian Support Group
Every first Monday, 12 - 1 pm
Every third Thursday, 11 am-12 pm

This group is for ovarian cancer patients currently on protocol or follow up at NIH. The Monday group is a support group and the Thursday group is an educational group, which covers monthly topics of interest to ovarian cancer patients.


Medicine for the Soul: Spiritual Growth Discussion Group
Tuesdays, 3:30 - 4:30 pm

This group, open to people of all religious faiths, offers patients and family members an opportunity to discuss spiritual issues associated with illness, suffering, healing, and dying.


NCI/Surgery Branch, New Patient Orientation Group
Tuesday/Thursdays, 10 - 11 am
Wednesday/Fridays, 12 - 1 pm

These groups provide a general orientation to the Clinical Center and NCI's surgery branch. It's for patients undergoing evaluation for participation in clinical trials. Family members and friends who accompany the patients are encouraged to attend the orientation.


IL-2 Support Group for HIV/AIDS Patients
Wednesdays, 3:15 - 4:00 pm

This group consists of patients on NIAID protocols for HIV infection and who are currently receiving IL-2 therapy. This group meets weekly for support and information sharing.


HIV Support Group
Wednesdays, 11:30 am- 12:45 pm

This is an open-ended group for patients and their families/significant others. The goal is to provide support around illness-related issues: role changes, family relationships, and coping with physical changes.


Cancer Support Group
Wednesdays, 1:30- 2:30 pm

This is a general support group open to patients, and their families, within the Clinical Center who have a diagnosis of cancer. Focus is on mutual support and sharing effective coping strategies.


HIV Caretaker Support Group
Thursdays, 12:00-1:00 pm

This group offers discussion of various issues important to HIV caretakers (biological family members, step-parents, adoptive families, and foster parents). The group provides a safe, supportive environment for caretakers to discuss parenting issues, feelings about their children's illness, issues of disclosure, social supports, and financial concerns. It provides an opportunity for caretakers to make new acquaintances, develop a supportive network, and become familiar with NIH and NIH policies and procedures.


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