From staff reports
In order to provide support for area residents recently diagnosed with cancer, or in any stage of treatment, Beaufort Memorial will continue to offer two monthly cancer support groups in 2023.
Beginning this month, the breast cancer support group will meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m., with the next meeting scheduled for January 11. A group for patients dealing with any type of cancer is scheduled to meet on the fourth Wednesdays at 1 p.m., with the next meeting planned for January 25.
“We encourage local patients to come join others who are on a similar journey,” said Oncology Social Worker Kianna Reese. “They will find a place to share their concerns, ask questions and learn healthy coping skills, while creating a network of support and compassion.”
Both groups meet for about an hour and are facilitated by Reese, a licensed social worker. They meet in Room 350 of the Beaufort Medical Plaza on the hospital grounds at 989 Ribaut Road. Participation is free and open to the public, but reservations are required.
“Hearing the word ‘cancer’ can be completely life altering and terrifying,” said Reese. “It is very common to feel lost and alone during this difficult journey. We hope that, in offering this group exploration of the emotional elements of a cancer diagnosis, we will create a safe space to feel like you are able to be found again – to lift one another.
“Ultimately, this group is a pathway to finding meaning and purpose again beyond a cancer diagnosis.”
For more information – including a schedule of future meetings – or to register, visit BeaufortMemorial.org/SupportGroups or call Kianna Reeseat 843-522-7328.
