Support Connection Offers Dutchess, Putnam Support Groups In May

YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y. -- Residents of Putnam and Dutchess counties coping with breast and ovarian cancer can find support and information through upcoming event sponsored by Support Connection Inc., a not-for-profit organization that provides free, confidential support services.

Members of a Support Connection support group meet in Yorktown. The organization offers a variety of support groups throughout the area.
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K Reakes

04/25/2016 1:00 p.m.

The groups focus on topics pertaining to living with cancer through all stages of diagnosis, treatment and post-treatment. They are offered in Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess, and by toll-free teleconference. For a complete calendar of groups at all locations, visit www.supportconnection.org. Advance registration is required for all groups; call 914-962-6402 or 800-532-4290.

The following support groups are scheduled for May:

East Fishkill Community Library, Hopewell Junction: Breast and Ovarian Cancer Support Group: Tuesday, May 10, at 10:15 a.m.
Putnam Hospital in Carmel: Breast & Ovarian Cancer Support Group: Wednesday, May 18, at 7 p.m.
Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie: Breast & Ovarian Cancer Support Group: Thursday, May 26, at 7 p.m.
Teleconferences: For those unable to attend groups in person, there are monthly Telephone Support Groups via toll-free teleconference, enabling women to participate regardless of their location and from the comfort of their homes. Call a few days ahead to learn how to participate.
The Advanced Stage or Metastatic Breast Cancer Telephone Group will take place on Monday, May 2, at 8 p.m. The Ovarian Cancer Telephone Group will take place on Wednesday, May 11, at 8 p.m.

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