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For further information contact the Wellness Program Coordinator Phone 9496 3799, Email [email protected]

What’s On in Cancer CareWellness • Information • Support

July 2014

July at ONJCWCYour Immune System and Cancer Thursday 10th July 2.30 - 4.00pmA joint session between BreaCan & ONJ presented by Jonathon Cebon, Director of Medical Oncology at the Austin Hospital & Head of the Cancer Immunobiology Program for the Ludwig Institute. Please note: this session is fully booked. Contact the Wellness Centre on 9496 3799 to register your interest in a further session.

Brain Tumour Support GroupWednesday 16th July 12.00 - 2.00pmA positive, inspiring and friendly group of people affected by the diagnosis of a primary brain tumour.

Contact Dianne - 9496 3315

Healthy CookingWednesday 16th July 11.00am - 1.00pmOur healthy cooking classes offer a great chance to discuss your nutrition related questions with experienced dieticians over a delicious, healthy meal. Bookings essential - 9496 3799

Yarning AroundWednesday 16th July 1.30 - 3.30pmLearn or teach new skills and have a yarn with other knitters and crocheters.

Supporting Someone with CancerThursday 17th July 6.00pm - 8.00pmAre you supporting someone with cancer? This evening is an open and relaxed session over a shared meal where you will have the opportunity to meet and talk with others in a similar situation.Bookings essential: 9496 3799

Look Good.... Feel BetterMonday 21st July 10.00pm - 12.30pmHelping women face cancer with confidence, Look Good ... Feel Better is a fun and relaxed workshop to help you cope with the appearance related side effects of cancer treatment.Online bookings: www.lgfb.org.au

Gentle Yoga Term 36 Wk Program Thursdays 24th July - 4th Sept 2 Sessions 9.30am-10.45am or 11.15am-12.30pmFor patients and carers - relax, re-energise and gently mobilise stiff joints with a style of yoga that is suited to those with or recovering from illness.

Bookings essential: 9496 3799

The Music Therapy GroupFriday 25th July 2.30 - 4.00pmOur regular, fortnightly Music Group uses music to enhance your well being. Play, sing or simply listen. No experience necessary. Please note this month there will be no Music Therapy Group on the 11th July.

Learn to RelaxFriday 11th & 25th July 11.00am - 12.00pmA small group setting where you can learn simple, practical skills which can help during stressful times. Come for one session or attend regularly to enhance your well being. Contact the Wellness Centre: 9496 3799

Managing Prostate Cancer Information DayTuesday 29th July 9.00am - 3.30pmA one day program for men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer and their families

and carers. Gain a better understanding of prostate cancer, treatment options and possible side effects. An opportunity to speak with experts in prostate cancer care, ask questions and learn strategies to help yourself.Bookings essential: David 9496 9181

Coming Up in August....

Living with Cancer Eductation Program - GeneralTuesday 5th and 12th August 10.00am - 2.00pm

Learn to Massage with ConfidenceFor patients and their carers to do together.Monday 18th August 2.00pm - 4.00pm

“Goodnight, Sleep Tight”Managing difficulties with sleep.Thursday 14th August 2.00 - 3.30pm

“Tired of Feeling Tired?” Managing cancer related fatigue.Monday 25th August 2.00 - 4.00pm

For more information or for bookings & enquiries

contact the Wellness Centre

on 9496 3799 or email [email protected]

Individual Therapies

Oncology MassageMassage may be particularly helpful if you are experiencing pain, nausea, anxiety or fatigue. Our specialised oncology massage therapists provide their services to patients in day oncology and to our inpatients. Please see your nurse if you are interested. Massage is also available in the Wellness Centre by appointment.Appointment Bookings: ONJCWC Level 3 Reception - 9496 9838

AcupunctureAcupuncture is provided by medical acupuncturist Dr Ian Relf. Acupuncture is currently available to patients with breast cancer. People with pain, shoulder problems or lymphoedema may find this acupuncture service beneficial. A referral from a doctor is required. Acupuncture bookings: ONJCWC Level 3 Reception - 9496 9838

Art TherapyArt therapy provides a space where you can relax, relieve emotional distress; explore and express your emotions and share your journey. Art Therapy is conducted individually or in small groups to support, enhance and provide insight into our physical, mental and emotional well being. Self - expression through the art process can be transformative, healing and fun! No prior art skills necessary. Enquiries and appointments, Contact: The Wellness Centre 9496 3799

Info LoungeThe Info Lounge is an informal area where you can relax, read and access reputable information. Our cancer information specialist can guide you in your search for further information or assist you more generally in how to use the internet and recognise trustworthy sources of information.Open Mon - Fri: 9.00am - 4.00pm.Contact: Silvana - 9496 9815

The Wellness CentreThe Wellness Centre is a warm and supportive place for people affected by cancer. Drop in and use the centre to relax, meet with others, or attend our growing range of wellness programs.Open Mon - Fri: 8.30am - 4.00pmContact: 9496 3799

Mailing List InvitationWould you like to receive monthly updates of wellness information and support activities at the ONJCWC?Call The Wellness Centre on 9496 3799 or send your name and email address to:[email protected]

AddressOlivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness CentreAustin Hospital 145 Studley Road, Heidelberg Victoria Australia 3084 Phone: 03 9496 5000 Fax: 03 9458 4779

Calender inside, please open.

For further information contact the Wellness Program Coordinator Phone 9496 3799, Email [email protected]

What’s On in Cancer CareWellness • Information • Support

July 2014

July at ONJCWCYour Immune System and Cancer Thursday 10th July 2.30 - 4.00pmA joint session between BreaCan & ONJ presented by Jonathon Cebon, Director of Medical Oncology at the Austin Hospital & Head of the Cancer Immunobiology Program for the Ludwig Institute. Please note: this session is fully booked. Contact the Wellness Centre on 9496 3799 to register your interest in a further session.

Brain Tumour Support GroupWednesday 16th July 12.00 - 2.00pmA positive, inspiring and friendly group of people affected by the diagnosis of a primary brain tumour.

Contact Dianne - 9496 3315

Healthy CookingWednesday 16th July 11.00am - 1.00pmOur healthy cooking classes offer a great chance to discuss your nutrition related questions with experienced dieticians over a delicious, healthy meal. Bookings essential - 9496 3799

Yarning AroundWednesday 16th July 1.30 - 3.30pmLearn or teach new skills and have a yarn with other knitters and crocheters.

Supporting Someone with CancerThursday 17th July 6.00pm - 8.00pmAre you supporting someone with cancer? This evening is an open and relaxed session over a shared meal where you will have the opportunity to meet and talk with others in a similar situation.Bookings essential: 9496 3799

Look Good.... Feel BetterMonday 21st July 10.00pm - 12.30pmHelping women face cancer with confidence, Look Good ... Feel Better is a fun and relaxed workshop to help you cope with the appearance related side effects of cancer treatment.Online bookings: www.lgfb.org.au

Gentle Yoga Term 36 Wk Program Thursdays 24th July - 4th Sept 2 Sessions 9.30am-10.45am or 11.15am-12.30pmFor patients and carers - relax, re-energise and gently mobilise stiff joints with a style of yoga that is suited to those with or recovering from illness.

Bookings essential: 9496 3799

The Music Therapy GroupFriday 25th July 2.30 - 4.00pmOur regular, fortnightly Music Group uses music to enhance your well being. Play, sing or simply listen. No experience necessary. Please note this month there will be no Music Therapy Group on the 11th July.

Learn to RelaxFriday 11th & 25th July 11.00am - 12.00pmA small group setting where you can learn simple, practical skills which can help during stressful times. Come for one session or attend regularly to enhance your well being. Contact the Wellness Centre: 9496 3799

Managing Prostate Cancer Information DayTuesday 29th July 9.00am - 3.30pmA one day program for men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer and their families

and carers. Gain a better understanding of prostate cancer, treatment options and possible side effects. An opportunity to speak with experts in prostate cancer care, ask questions and learn strategies to help yourself.Bookings essential: David 9496 9181

Coming Up in August....

Living with Cancer Eductation Program - GeneralTuesday 5th and 12th August 10.00am - 2.00pm

Learn to Massage with ConfidenceFor patients and their carers to do together.Monday 18th August 2.00pm - 4.00pm

“Goodnight, Sleep Tight”Managing difficulties with sleep.Thursday 14th August 2.00 - 3.30pm

“Tired of Feeling Tired?” Managing cancer related fatigue.Monday 25th August 2.00 - 4.00pm

For more information or for bookings & enquiries

contact the Wellness Centre

on 9496 3799 or email [email protected]

Individual Therapies

Oncology MassageMassage may be particularly helpful if you are experiencing pain, nausea, anxiety or fatigue. Our specialised oncology massage therapists provide their services to patients in day oncology and to our inpatients. Please see your nurse if you are interested. Massage is also available in the Wellness Centre by appointment.Appointment Bookings: ONJCWC Level 3 Reception - 9496 9838

AcupunctureAcupuncture is provided by medical acupuncturist Dr Ian Relf. Acupuncture is currently available to patients with breast cancer. People with pain, shoulder problems or lymphoedema may find this acupuncture service beneficial. A referral from a doctor is required. Acupuncture bookings: ONJCWC Level 3 Reception - 9496 9838

Art TherapyArt therapy provides a space where you can relax, relieve emotional distress; explore and express your emotions and share your journey. Art Therapy is conducted individually or in small groups to support, enhance and provide insight into our physical, mental and emotional well being. Self - expression through the art process can be transformative, healing and fun! No prior art skills necessary. Enquiries and appointments, Contact: The Wellness Centre 9496 3799

Info LoungeThe Info Lounge is an informal area where you can relax, read and access reputable information. Our cancer information specialist can guide you in your search for further information or assist you more generally in how to use the internet and recognise trustworthy sources of information.Open Mon - Fri: 9.00am - 4.00pm.Contact: Silvana - 9496 9815

The Wellness CentreThe Wellness Centre is a warm and supportive place for people affected by cancer. Drop in and use the centre to relax, meet with others, or attend our growing range of wellness programs.Open Mon - Fri: 8.30am - 4.00pmContact: 9496 3799

Mailing List InvitationWould you like to receive monthly updates of wellness information and support activities at the ONJCWC?Call The Wellness Centre on 9496 3799 or send your name and email address to:[email protected]

AddressOlivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness CentreAustin Hospital 145 Studley Road, Heidelberg Victoria Australia 3084 Phone: 03 9496 5000 Fax: 03 9458 4779

Program details on other side. For further information contact the Wellness Program Coordinator: Phone 9496 3799, Email [email protected]

July 2014 What’s On in Cancer CareMonday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1Massage Therapy Day Onc/Wards - AM

Music Therapy Inpatient Wards

ART Therapy Wellness Centre - by appt.

Massage Therapy Wellness Centre - PM

Acupuncture - Wellness Centre - PM

4Music Therapy Inpatient Wards

7 Massage Therapy Day Onc/Wards - AM

Your Immune System and Cancer Thursday 10th July 2.30 - 4.00pm

Learn to Relax 2.30 - 4.00pm

16Massage Therapy Day Onc/Wards - AMBrain Tumour Support Group 11.00am - 1.00pmHealthy Cooking 11.00am - 1.00pmYarning Around 1.30 - 3.00pmMassage Therapy Wellness Centre - PMAcupuncture - Wellness Centre - PM

Supporting Someone With Cancer - Carer’s Evening 6.00 - 8.00pm

Music Therapy Inpatient WardsLook Good Feel Better 10.00 - 12.30pm

Art Therapy Wellness Centre - by appt.Massage Therapy Wellness Centre - PM

Yoga 9.30 - 11.15am

The Music Group 2.30pm - 4.00pm

28Massage Therapy Day Onc/Wards

Art Therapy Wellness Centre - by appt.

Prostate Cancer LWCEP 9.00am - 3.30pm

Yoga 9.30 - 10.45am or 11.15am - 12.30pm

Coming in August...Living Well with Cancer Education ProgramLearn to Massage with ConfidenceGood Night, Sleep TightTired of Feeling Tired?

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