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Winter-Spring 2014
Living Well with Cancer
Keep moving, fitness and exercise
Support to meet your individual needs
At Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, we’re committed to providing
Class locations and phone numbers for the following programs are on
exceptional cancer care, including helping patients cope with the
back cover. Class times are in the calendar starting on page 8.
physical and emotional demands of cancer. The goal of our Patient
and Family Support Services is to educate and engage you and your
QiGong
loved ones with resources to meet your needs, from diagnosis to long
Vanderbilt Dayani Center
after treatment ends.
This class involves slow, gentle movement designed to improve balance,
increase muscle endurance and reduce stress. Classes are free for
When faced with a cancer diagnosis, there are many benefits to
patients during treatment and for 12 weeks after treatment. One family
empowering yourself with information and support. We hope that
member, friend or caregiver is welcome to attend with the patient. This
you’ll find valuable resources in this program guide, which includes
class requires doctor clearance and registration.
everything from gentle movement exercise classes and support
groups to genetic counseling and the Southeast’s only pediatric and
adult survivorship clinic.
For more information, please call the Patient and Family Resource
Center at (615) 322-9799 or visit www.cancerwellness.com.
Yoga , Tai Chi, Qigong
Vanderbilt Center for Integrative Health
These classes help improve strength, range of motion and reduce chronic
pain and stress. Visit vcih.org for a complete list. See Calendar for class
dates & times.
Fitness Consultations for Cancer Survivors
Vanderbilt Dayani Center
This is a one-on-one meeting with a cancer exercise specialist who will
help design a personalized home-based exercise program. This service
is open to all adult cancer survivors during or after treatment. Health
history form and/or medical clearance required. By appointment only.
Fitness Q&A
Main Cancer Clinic Waiting Room (1840)
Exercise specialists will be available to answer your fitness and exercise
questions to help keep you moving in the New Year. No appointment
necessary. See calendar for dates.
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Support Services
RESTORE Wellness Program for Stem Cell
Transplant Patients
Class locations and phone numbers for the following programs are on
back cover. Class times are in the calendar starting on page 8.
Vanderbilt Dayani Center
This program is for patients who have had an allogeneic stem cell
Hope Connection
transplant. It is designed to improve cardiovascular fitness, strength
A program of Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, Hope Connection
and functional ability through guided exercise sessions with clinical
connects patients and their families with trained volunteers who have
supervision. Doctor referral required.
lived through cancer themselves. Volunteers are available to listen, talk
and offer support at any time before, during and after cancer treatment.
Physical Therapy
Call (615) 936-8501 or visit www.vicc.org/hope for details.
Vanderbilt Dayani Center
Our physical therapists provide one-on-one complete exercise plans to
Amyloidosis Support Group
address physical limitations, pain, weakness, fatigue, limited movement
Sessions meet 2nd Tuesday of the month.
and prevention strategies following cancer treatment. Manual therapy
2703 The Vanderbilt Clinic
to release scarring, decrease pain, and improve mobility is performed as
Call (615) 322-4877 to RSVP.
needed. Therapists tailor programs and therapies to each client’s needs
and interests. Doctor referral required. Call 615-322-4751 to schedule a
C ar eg iver Su pp o rt G ro u p
consultation.
2703 The Vanderbilt Clinic
Free for all caregivers of cancer patients during and after treatment.
Vitally Strong - Orthopaedic Cancer Fitness Program
Call (615) 322-4877 to RSVP.
Vanderbilt Orthopaedic Fitness Center
This exercise program is for patients recovering from musculoskeletal
Hispanic Women Breast Cancer Support Group
cancer. It is designed to help participants improve their mobility,
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stability and strength. For more information contact chelsea.s.maddox@
A free group discussion in Spanish about self-care, coping with stress
vanderbilt.edu or call (615) 322-4540. By appointment only.
and resources to help get well. Open to all breast cancer patients and
survivors. Call (615) 875-7274 to RSVP.
Be A Clinic Volunteer
Are you interested in volunteering? The Patient Advocacy Program is
recruiting volunteers who can commit to 2–4 hours per week, Monday–
Friday, in the cancer center clinical and waiting areas. Vanderbilt
Volunteer Services application, orientation, background check and
immunizations required. Must be 21 years or older with a minimum
commitment of 6 months. For details contact jane.kennedy@vanderbilt.
edu or call (615) 936-1072.
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Healing For Body And Mind
Class locations and phone numbers for the following programs are on
back cover. Class times are in the calendar starting on page 8.
Massage for Cancer Care
Vanderbilt Center for Integrative Health
Therapeutic massage helps build a connection between mind and
body. Massage can help patients feel better for your daily activities;
reduce pain, and lower stress. Our massage therapist is specially
trained in providing safe and effective massage to cancer patients.
By appointment only.
Acupuncture
Vanderbilt Center for Integrative Health
The goal of acupuncture is to encourage the body to improve its
functioning and help ease the side effects of cancer treatment. It does
not replace regular cancer treatment, nor does it treat cancer.
Express Yourself: Creative Writing Series
By appointment only.
The Curb Center, Gilda’s Club Nashville
This program is for anyone affected by cancer who wants to learn and
Lymphedema Therapy Clinic
explore expressive writing. The program is free, regardless of where
The Village at Vanderbilt, Room 2500
cancer care is received, and no experience is needed. To register for
Our certified lymphedema therapists address lymphedema in any area
The Curb Center email [email protected] or call
of the body to help reduce fluid build-up. Therapy includes skin care,
(615) 322-9799. To register for Gilda’s Club Nashville email info@
drainage, special bandaging, exercises, prevention and management
gildasclubnashville.org or call (615) 329-1124.
training, and help with compression garments. Doctor referral and an
appointment are required. Call 615-343-7400, option 2.
Integrative Oncology Health Consult
Vanderbilt Center for Integrative Health
Look Good...Feel Better
Our doctors and nurse practitioners specialize in complementary
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therapies for all cancer patients. Together, we will develop a
A free program that helps women look their best during cancer
personalized plan for self-care that will optimize your health and
treatment. Experienced cosmetologists teach cancer patients beauty
well-being. Most services are covered by insurance. To schedule a
tips to help conceal the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation.
consultation call (615) 343-1554.
Doctor referral and appointment required. Call Wendy Wood at
(615) 322-1585.
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Healthy Living Workshops
The workshops are led by Melissa Brown, Nutrition Coach and Abby
Cooper, Nutrition Coach/Educator. Reservation is recommended via
email to [email protected] or call (615) 322-9799.
Sugar Blues Workshop
The Vanderbilt Clinic, room 1800B
In this workshop, we discuss healthy sugar alternatives and how to deal
with sugar cravings. Demonstration and samples included.
Green Smoothies Workshop
The Vanderbilt Clinic, room 1800B
Learn why adopting this simple daily habit can affect your health.
Demonstration and samples included.
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Calendar Events and Legend
Integrative Health
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Restorative Yoga (Drop-in) Sundays 4–5:15 pm
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Gentle Yoga (Drop-in) Wednesdays 10–11 am, Thursdays 5:30–6:30 pm,
Saturdays 9–10 am
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Gentle Yoga for Chronic Pain Mondays 11:45 am–12:45 pm & 2:45–3:45 pm
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Gentle Yoga for Fitness (Drop-in) Tuesdays 7–8 am, Thursdays 7–8 am
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Introductory Tai Chi Mondays 5:30–6:30 pm
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Tai Chi for Balance Thursdays 10–11:15 am
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Healing Qigong Thursdays 4–5 pm
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Health Yi Jin Jing Qigong Sunday 2–3:30 pm
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Look Good...Feel Better third Wednesday of each month,
10:00 am–12:00pm
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Hispanic Women Breast Cancer Support Group first and third Thursdays,
12:00– 1:30 pm
* Class Descriptions can be found on pages 1-7
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QiGong Thursdays, 4:15 pm
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Amyloidosis Support Group (room 2703) 2nd Tuesday, 3–5 pm
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Caregiver Support Group (room 2703) Fridays 9:00–10:00 am
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Green Smoothies Workshop (room 1800B) March 11, 10:30 am–12:00 pm
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Sugar Blues Workshop (room 1800B) January 29, 10:30 am–12:00 pm
The Curb Center, Gilda’s Club Nashville
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Express Yourself: Creative Writing Series January 27, February 3, 10 & 17,
6:30–8:00 pm; February 1 & 8; March 1, 8, 15 & 22, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Main Cancer Clinic Waiting Room
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Fitness Q&A (room 1840) January 16, 1:30pm; Jan 21, 10:00 am,
February 12, 10:30 am; February 20, 10:00 am; March 13 10:00 am
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The Patient and Family Resource Center
The Patient Resource Center at
Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center
Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center Hereditary Cancer Clinic
The Vanderbilt Clinic, 1st Floor
to people with suspected hereditary cancer syndromes.
The Patient and Family Resource Center provides cancer patients and
VanderbiltHereditaryCancer.com
The Hereditary Cancer Clinic provides counseling and testing
their families with pamphlets, books and videos on all types of cancers,
cancer treatments and options. Cancer patients and families may check
out materials from the lending library and a computer is available for
What To Expect During Treatment
online research. Open 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday–Friday.
An informative video introduction to chemotherapy from doctors,
Call (615) 322-9799 for more information.
nurses and cancer patients. The video can be viewed online at
VanderbiltChemoVideo.com or a copy can be borrowed from the Patient
Patient Lodging Coordinator
and Family Resource Center, The Vanderbilt Clinic, 1st Floor.
Main Waiting Room
A Lodging Coordinator is available to help you find a place to stay during
your visit to Vanderbilt. Some area hotels and lodging facilities require a
referral phone call or fax from the clinic. For information contact Sherry
Vick at (615) 322-2278 from 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday–Friday.
HELP TO QUIT Smoking
Vanderbilt Dayani Center
Join Other Cancer Survivors
Smoking cessation classes are offered in group and one-on-one formats.
The group sessions meet at the Vanderbilt Dayani Center for one hour
REACH for Survivorship
weekly for eight weeks. Individual sessions offer more flexibility and can
The REACH (Research, Education, Advocacy, Clinical Care and
be scheduled anytime. Registration required.
Health) for Survivorship Program is designed to meet the unique
needs of cancer survivors of all ages. It serves as a bridge from acute
Clinical Trials and Research
oncology care to primary care. Survivors will receive a careful health
Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center
history, comprehensive evaluation and a Survivorship Care Plan. Visit:
Doctors and researchers at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center are
VanderbiltHealth.com/CancerSurvivor.
dedicated to discovering new approaches for the diagnosis, prevention
and treatment of cancer. To find out more about current Clinical Trials
call (877) 936-8422 or (800) 811-8480. For Clinical Trial information
program visit: vicc.org/research and vicc.org/ct/research
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Vanderbilt Facilities & Class Locations
Van der b ilt C an cer Welln ess Prog r am
The Village at Vanderbilt
This program promotes the health and well-being of those touched by
1500 21st Ave. S.
cancer through personalized programs.
Nashville, TN 37212
VanderbiltCancerWellness.com
(615) 343-7400
Vanderbilt Center for Integrative Health
The Vanderbilt Clinic
The Center combines traditional medicine with complementary
1301 Medical Center Drive
therapies that are proven, safe and effective.
Nashville, TN 37232
3401 West End Avenue, Ste. 380, Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 343-1554
vcih.org
Vanderbilt Dayani Center for Health & Wellness
A medically-based fitness center providing a friendly, supportive
environment to help patients make positive, healthy and lasting lifestyle
changes. In addition to private treatment rooms and a complete gym
with a track, there is a warm water pool available for aquatic therapy.
1500 Medical Center Dr, Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 322-4751
DayaniCenter.com
One Hundred Oaks
Cancer Supportive Care Clinic at
the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center
The staff of the Cancer Supportive Care Clinic work with doctors to
provide a comprehensive and integrative approach to care.
Located inside the Henry-Joyce Cancer Clinic
1900 The Vanderbilt Clinic
Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 322-6053
Vanderbilt Orthopaedic Fitness Center
1215 21st Ave. S., Suite 3200
Medical Center East, South Tower
Nashville, TN 37232
719 Thompson Lane
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 322-2064
Parking available at all locations
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