Special Events. Healthy Holiday Eating with Greta Macaire, MA, RD, CSO Wednesday, October 19, 4-6 p.m.

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1 FALL 2011 Calendar of Events Special Events Uterine & Ovarian Cancers: Lessons Learned from the Family Tree with Lee-may Chen, MD, Amie Blanco, MS, and Julie Mak, MS Tuesday, September 6, 4:30-6:30 p.m. I Did It My Way: Survivors Share Their Secrets for Coping with Cancer with Dianne Shumay, PhD, and a panel of cancer survivors Thursday, September 29, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Healthy Holiday Eating with Greta Macaire, MA, RD, CSO Wednesday, October 19, 4-6 p.m. Five to Thrive: A Plan for Reducing Cancer Risk with Lise Alschuler, ND, and Karolyn Gazella Monday, October 24, 5:30-7 p.m. Sexuality After Cancer with Sueann Mark, PhD Wednesday, November 16, 6-8 p.m. Look Inside for detailed descriptions and more events View PDF online Go paperless Ask us to send you a monthly e-calendar of events instead. CRC@ucsfmedctr.org or call 1600 Divisadero StREET, Floor 1, San Francisco, CA 94115

2 Support Below is a list of our current, ongoing support groups and supportive services. If you do not see what you are looking for, please contact us at (415) so we can help you locate a support group that will suit your needs. Bladder Cancer Support and Education 1st Thursday Brain Tumor Contact the National Brain Tumor Society at (800) Breast Cancer 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 5:15-6:45 p.m. Colorectal Cancer 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Contact Vittorio Comelli, PsyD at (415) or vittorio.comelli@ucsf.edu General Cancer, All Stages (Patients only) Wednesdays, 5:20-6:50 p.m. Contact Patty Moran, PhD at (415) Grief Support Contact Allison Kestenbaum, BCC, MA, MPA at (415) Family and Friends 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 4-5:15 p.m. Husbands and Significant Others 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Contact Jim Murdoch at (415) Leukemia, Lymphoma, Multiple Myeloma and Hodgkin s Disease 2nd Tuesday, 6-7:30 p.m. Contact Susan Beutler at (415) LGBT Caregiver Support (415) Lung Cancer Nu-voice Club of San Francisco Contact Joey Thornton at (415) Peer Support Program One-on-one phone support with a cancer survivor who has been matched to suit your needs. Call (415) Prostate Cancer 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Contact Vittorio Comelli, PsyD at (415) or vittorio.comelli@ucsf.edu Prostate Cancer Support for Gay Men 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Contact Vittorio Comelli, PsyD at (415) or vittorio.comelli@ucsf.edu Spiritual Counseling and Guidance Interfaith chaplains provide spiritual counseling, help create meaningful rituals and assist UCSF patients with questions regarding life and death. Call (415) Support for Russian-speaking Women Contact Raya Smail at (415) Young Adults with Cancer 1st and 3rd Mondays, 6:30-8:15 p.m. Contact Keren Stronach, MPH at (510) Other Resources Art for Recovery Connect with your creative spirit through art, journal writing, poetry and music. Contact Cindy Perlis at (415) Fertile Hope Offers practical and financial counseling for preserving fertility before or during cancer treatment. Call (888) 994-HOPE. Laughter Yoga Feel the contagious and healing effects of laughter. Alternate Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. For more information, call (415) Medical Appointment Planning Individual consultation to help you plan for your upcoming doctor s appointment by creating a list of questions. Call (415) Nutrition Consultations Individualized counseling sessions for UCSF cancer patients. Contact your UCSF practice. Prepare for Surgery Learn about tools and gain practical information to help reduce your anxiety about your upcoming surgery. Alternate Mondays, 6-8:30 p.m. Contact the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at (415) Smoking Cessation and Relapse Prevention Get the support you need to quit. Four-week course, $55 registration fee. Offered through the UCSF Tobacco Education Center. Ongoing support for relapse prevention is also provided. Call (415) to register. UCSF Patient Health Library Professional medical librarians are available to help with your health research Divisadero St., Floor 1, A-Wing. No appointment necessary. Wig Clinic Free monthly clinic by Gerd Mairandres, wigmaster for the San Francisco Opera. Bring your wig for personal customizing, style and cutting. Contact the UCSF Friend to Friend gift shop at (415)

3 September MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY FALL 2011 Calendar of Events Uterine & Ovarian Cancers 4:30-6:30 p.m. 13 Managing Eating Problems 9:30-11 a.m Nutrition & Breast Cancer :30 a.m :30 p.m I Did It My Way 5:30-7:30 p.m. 30 Special Events Uterine & Ovarian Cancers: Lessons Learned from the Family Tree with Lee-may Chen, MD, Amie Blanco, MS, and Julie Mak, MS Tuesday, September 6, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Join gynecological oncologist Dr. Lee-may Chen and genetic counselors Amie Blanco and Julie Mak to learn more about how you can determine if you are at increased risk for ovarian or uterine cancer based on your family history and genetic make-up. Learn about cancer-predisposing mutations, risk implications for a family history of cancer, known modifiers of genetic risk, opportunities for genetic testing and counseling, and interventions available for people with an inherited predisposition. No charge. Held at 1545 Divisadero St., 1st floor, Room 103. Register by calling I Did It My Way: Survivors Share Their Secrets for Coping with Cancer with Dianne Shumay, PhD, and a panel of cancer survivors Thursday, September 29, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Moderated by Dr. Dianne Shumay, this event will include a panel of cancer survivors from various stages of life and with various cancer diagnoses who will give us a glimpse into their personal journey through cancer. Discussion will highlight the emotional effects of cancer and the coping strategies employed by each that proved helpful in easing their experience. Appropriate for persons who are newly diagnosed, currently going through cancer treatment, or coping with life after treatment. Open to all. No charge. Held at the UCSF Medical Center, 1600 Divisadero St., 2nd floor, Herbst Hall. Register by calling Healthy Holiday Eating with Greta Macaire, MA, RD, CSO Wednesday, October 19, 4-6 p.m. The holiday season is a time to celebrate with family and friends. Unfortunately, for many it also becomes a time for overeating and weight gain. In this seminar you will learn strategies for maintaining healthy habits over the holidays and how to prepare holiday meals in a healthier manner. We ll offer you the secrets of sneaky cooking to help you increase fiber and reduce fat in your favorite holiday dishes. You ll also leave with some healthy and delicious holiday recipes. No charge. Held at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, 1545 Divisadero St., 1st floor, Room 103. Register by calling

4 October MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 3 Look Good Feel Better 1:30-3:30 p.m. 4 Managing Eating Problems 5-6:30 p.m :30 p.m. Nutrition & Breast Cancer 5-6:30 p.m. 19 Healthy Holiday Eating 4-6 p.m Medical Appt Planning 24 Five to Thrive 5:30-7 p.m. 25 Nutrition & Prostate Cancer 5-7 p.m Medical Appt Planning Five to Thrive: A Plan for Reducing Cancer Risk with Lise Alschuler, ND, and Karolyn Gazella Monday, October 24, 5:30-7 p.m. Join authors Lise Alschuler, ND, and Karolyn Gazella for a presentation outlining the plan described in their new book, Five to Thrive which pinpoints key influences on the five specific pathways that are essential in reducing cancer risk: immunity, inflammation, hormones, insulin resistance, and detoxification/digestion. The strategy describes in detail how to harness the power of lifestyle, diet and dietary supplements to create health and reduce cancer risk. Introduction by Dr. Donald Abrams, UCSF Integrative Oncologist. No charge. Open to all. Held at 1600 Divisadero St., 2nd floor, Herbst Hall. Register by calling Sexuality After Cancer with Sueann Mark, PhD Wednesday, November 16, 6-8 p.m. Like every other aspect of your life, sexuality may never be the same after cancer. In this workshop you will learn ways to adapt to your new body and create a fulfilling postcancer sex life. You will be encouraged to evaluate and express how cancer and its treatments have impacted your sexuality and seize the opportunity to grow as a sexual being. Presented by Sueann Mark, PhD, a board certified clinical sexologist and a five-year breast cancer survivor. Single or partnered cancer survivors are welcome to attend. No charge. Held at the Hellman Building, 2200 Post St., 1st floor, Room C126. Register by calling Ongoing Classes - This class includes Pilates based mat exercises to work on core strength and stability. Rollers, bands, balloons and body weight are used as tools to enhance range of motion, flexibility, balance and muscular strength. Fridays, at 1545 Divisadero St., Room 523. Release form required. Call - Trained professionals help UCSF cancer patients design personalized exercise programs specific to their needs and abilities. Limited space available. Call (415) Participants use movement, expression, imagery and creativity to facilitate healing. Held at 1545 Divisadero St., Room 523. Release form required. Call

5 November MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 Nutrition & Breast Cancer 9:30-11 a.m Sexuality After Cancer 6-8 p.m Nutrition & Prostate Cancer 5-7 p.m. 30 Managing Eating Problems - A chance to relax, chat, and make beautiful hats, scarves or other woolly items, no experience necessary. Yarn and needles provided. Held at the Cancer Resource Center. Just drop in. Look Good...Feel Better! - Makeover and information sessions to improve appearance during cancer therapy. Offered through the American Cancer Society. Call Chris at (415) to register. Managing Eating Problems During Cancer Treatment - Learn tips to help minimize nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and constipation. Hear about how to gain/lose weight in a healthy manner. Monthly workshop. Caregivers welcome. Register by calling - Drop-in class for both novice and experienced meditators. Held at 1545 Divisadero St., Room 523. Nutrition & Breast Cancer - Hear the latest research on nutrition and breast cancer and how to meet your nutritional needs. Offered monthly. Register by calling Nutrition & Prostate Cancer - Hear the latest research on nutrition and prostate cancer and how to meet your nutritional needs. Offered monthly. Register by calling Qi Gong - Integrates physical postures, breathing techniques and focused intention. Drop-ins welcome. Held at 1545 Divisadero St., Room 523. Release form required. - Uses a series of deceptively simple floor exercises which have a profound effect on posture, breathing and movement capabilities Divisadero St., Room 523. Release form required. for Cancer Patients - A 10-session program for men and women that utilizes gentle movements, postures, slow deep-breathing, meditation and relaxation. Beginners and patients currently in treatment are welcome. Held at 1545 Divisadero St., Room 523. Release form required. Unless otherwise mentioned, all classes are offered free of charge. Please call the Cancer Resource Center at (415) for more information on any of these programs, to register or to request additional services.

6 UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center Ida & Joseph Friend Cancer Resource Center 1600 Divisadero Street, Room B101 San Francisco, CA FIRST-CLASS MAIL US Postage PAID San Francisco, CA Permit No View the Calendar of Events online at The Ida and Joseph Friend Cancer Resource Center promotes wellness and the healing process by providing patients and their families with supportive care services and cancer-related information. We offer a range of programs designed to bring persons with cancer together, foster community, educate and offer effective tools to help navigate the disease process. Most of our programs are free to anyone living with cancer, regardless of where they receive care. Our services include: Individualized assistance in finding information on diagnosis, treatment and support services. A specialized lending library with books, audio and video. Workshops and classes on a variety of topics of interest to persons with cancer and their families. Referrals to community resources and other UCSF programs. Support groups for a variety of cancers and referral to more than 500 other Bay Area support groups. One-on-one peer support for persons with cancer and their spouses or partners. Exercise classes including core strength, qi gong, yoga and restorative movement. Nutritional counseling and seminars. Medical appointment planning to help people with cancer get the most from their doctor visits. guided imagery classes A comfortable space to relax, knit or have a cup of tea. We are grateful to the organizations and individuals who provide ongoing support to our groups and programs. Special thanks to the ongoing support provided by the Donna Smith Endowment at UCSF, the Mount Zion Health Fund and the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine Divisadero StREET, Floor 1, San Francisco, CA 94115