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Community Health Services
Support Groups
Alcoholics Anon (AA)
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This is an open meeting for open discussions regarding the addiction to alcohol. | Bryn Mawr Hospital Cafeteria | Mon, Wed, Sat |
8:00pm (Mon, Wed) 9:30 am&7:30pm (Sat) |
215-923-7900 |
| This is an open meeting for open discussions regarding the addiction to alcohol. | Lankenau Medical Center | Mon | 8:30pm | 215-923-7900 |
| Women For Sobriety—A positive alternative to AA for women. |
Lankenau Medical Center Knorr Conference Room |
Thurs | 7:00-8:30pm |
Susan 610-755-8727 phillywfs@yahoo.com |
Amputee
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This group provides information and emotional support for individuals who have experienced amputation of a limb, as well as their family and friends. | Bryn Mawr Rehab | Times change, please call |
Joe Ricci 484-596-5566 |
Aphasia
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This group is to provide a forum for participants to share the frustrations and challenges of aphasia as well as their solutions and to develop social connections. It is open to the public. | Bryn Mawr Rehab Conference Room 5 | 2nd and 4th Tues | 12:00-12:45pm | 484-596-5425 |
Bereavement & Grief
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This group is a structured eight-session program designed for people who have lost a person close to them within the past 12 months. Please contact the social work department Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4 pm for more information. | Riddle Hospital in Medical Library | 1 & 3 Wednesday of every month | 2:30 pm-4 pm |
Melanie Letts 610-857-6306 |
| This group is for adults who have lost a family member to cancer. | Bryn Mawr Hospital Outpatient Oncology Social Work Department | 1st Monday of every month | 6:00 pm |
Beth Bell 484-337-3596 |
| This is a group for women only who are dealing with the loss of a significant other. Please call for location and registration. | Radnor One | 1st Wed of month | 1:00-2:30pm | Liz Hughes 484-580-1554 or Jessica Packard 484-580-1519 |
| This is a group for men only who are dealing with the loss of a significant other.Please call for location and registration. | Radnor One | 1st Monday of month | 6:00-7:30pm | Liz Hughes 484-580-1554 or Jessica Packard 484-580-1519 |
| This group is for adult daughters who have lost one or both parents. Please call for location and registration. | Radnor One | 3rd Tues of month | 6:00-7:30pm | Liz Hughes 484-580-1554 or Jessica Packard 484-580-1519 |
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Subsequent Pregnancy Support Group A group offering support to couples who are pregnant after experiencing a pregnancy loss or early infant death. |
Lankenau Hospital, Annenberg Conference Center, Stone Conference Room | Fourth Tuesday | 7 - 9 pm | Gerri Wismer RN 1-888-488-6483 |
Brain Injury & Stroke
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This group is open to patients and their family members and friends. It focuses on increased independence and adjustment to life after a brain injury or stroke. Experts will speak. | Bryn Mawr Rehab | 2nd Tues of every month | 7:00pm | Psychology Department 484-596-5430 |
Breast Cancer
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This group, "Breast Cancer Survivors Network" is open to women diagnosed with or who have a history of breast cancer. Attendance of family members is welcomed. No registration is required. | Riddle Hospital Administrative Annex Conference Room located by Thrift Shop | 1st Tues each month | 5:30-7:30pm | Deb Mantegna 610-891-3560 |
| This group, "Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer" is a seven week session open to the community. Once registered it becomes a closed group for the duration of the seven weeks. | Bryn Mawr Hospital Comprehensive Breast Center | Mondays for 7 weeks call for next group time | 9:00-10:30am | Ruthmary Strohm 484-337-3594 or Sara Ashworth 484-337-8710 |
| This is a general group for those who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.This is a great opportunity to receive information and support through group discussion, facilitated by our dedicated oncology social worker and oncology nurse. Registration is required. | Bryn Mawr Hospital Health Center, Lobby | 3rd Tues each month | 7:00-8:30pm | Ruthmary Strohm 484-337-3594 |
| "Surgery Class" - For patients facing breast surgery, come and learn what to expect as well as a tour! Call 1-866-CALL MLH to register. | Bryn Mawr Hospital Health Center | 1st and 3rd Wednesdays each month | 1-866-CALL MLH | |
| The "Breast Rehab Program " incorporates a Fatigue Program for women undergoing treatment for breast cancer-side from feeling exhausted, fatigue can impact one’s sense of well being, ability to perform daily activities, relationships with family and friends, and the ability to cope with the illness as well as withstand treatment. | Bryn Mawr Hospital Health Center | 484-337-3360 | ||
| The "Wig Program" includes a free fitting, wig and hair alternative for women undergoing treatment for breast cancer. | Bryn Mawr Hospital Health Center | 484-337-8720 | ||
| The "Lunch and Learn" series is an opportunity to come and learn about the latest in breast health, along with stress management topics while eating lunch. Program is free but registration is required. Call 1-866-CALL MLH to register. | Bryn Mawr Hospital Health Center | 1st Thursday each month | 1-866-CALL MLH | |
| "Pink Parties" help raise awareness and you can have fun at the same time! Host a pink party in your home and 10% pf the sales will be donated to the Comprehensive Breast Center Pink Party fund, supporting our high risk program and women in need. |
Maria 215-280-4327 |
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| The "Healthy Woman Program" helps uninsured or underinsured women get their annual mammogram and GYN evaluations, free of charge. | Bryn Mawr Hospital Health Center |
Marita 484-337-8712 |
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| The "Annual Awareness Event" is held in the Spring of each year. Bringing survivors, family and women interested in breast health together to understand the complexities surrounding breast cancer. |
Eileen 484-337-8744 |
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| "Cuddle My Kids" is a non-profit organization providing mothers battling breast cancer volunteers to engage their children in activities to entertain and express emotions while Mom can relax, observe or join in! CuddleMyKids.org |
610-918-1440 CuddleMyKids@comcast.net |
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| This is a general group for those who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. No registration is required. | Paoli Hospital Paoli Room | 3rd Thursday each month | 7:00pm | Kate O'Connor 484-565-1253 |
| This group, "Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer" is a six week session open to the community. Once registered it becomes a closed group for the duration of the six weeks. | Paoli Hospital (call for room location) | Offered in Spring and Fall (call to sign up). | Kate O'Connor 484-565-1253 | |
| This group, "The Lankenau Medical Center Breast Cancer Networking and Support Group" is open to those who are diagnosed with breast cancer and their care givers or loved ones. | Lankenau Medical Center The Cancer Center, Medical Science Building, 1st Floor | 4th Thursday of each month (Sept-June) | 6:00-7:30pm |
Eucharia Borden, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C 484-476-8503 or bordene@mlhs.org |
Breastfeeding
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| Please visit www.mainlinehealth.org/breastfeeding for information on Main Line Health breastfeeding support groups. | Bryn Mawr, Lankenau and Paoli Hospitals |
Cancer
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This group is a general cancer support group for patients newly diagnosed or have a history of cancer. Attendance of family members is welcomed. No registration is required. | Riddle Hospital Health Care Center I Conference Room | Every Tuesday of month, the last Tuesday is "I Can Cope" featuring a guest speaker. | 1:00pm |
Lorie Matson 610-627-4480 Rita Massaras 610-627-4270 (for "I Can Cope" Session) |
| This group, "The Wellness Group" is a general cancer support group for patients with any cancer diagnosis, featuring guest speakers occasionally. You must register ahead of time. Call for more information. | Bryn Mawr Hospital Ladd Conference Room | 4th Tues of each month | 10:00-11:30am |
Beth Bell 484-337-3596 |
| This group, "Out Patient Creative Living" is open to all oncology patients and their caregivers. It emphasizes the healing potential of creativity to reduce stress and illness. No art talent needed. Please call to register and for room location. | Bryn Mawr Hospital Health Center (call for room location) | Thursdays | 9:00-10:30am | Ruthmary Strohm 484-337-3594 |
| This group, "Together We Can" is for school aged children who have a parent diagnosed with cancer. This group is not a lecture based but hands on approach to helping them better understand what their parent is going through with the use of music, art therapy, tours, education and more. | Paoli Hospital | Call for dates and times | Kate O'Connor 484-565-1253 | |
| This group is for those living with the recurrence of cancer or metastatic cancer. | Paoli Hospital | Last Wed of month | 6:00-7:30pm | Kate O'Connor 484-565-1253 |
| "NIA Dancing" - Neuromuscular Integrative Action brings the body, mind emotions, and spirit to optimum health through music, movement, and self expression. Anyone can use this technique -- sitting or standing. This group is for patients and staff. |
Bryn Mawr Hospital, Clothier Living Room |
May 12, June 24, and July 15 | Noon - 12:45pm | Ruthmary Strohm 484-337-3594 |
| Qi Gong Class - Jingduan Yang, MD, director of acupuncture and chinese medicine programs at the Myrna Brind School of Integrative Medicine at Thomas Jefferson University, and medical director of the Tao Institute in Bryn Mawr, will offer free Qi Gong classes in the Clothier Living Room at Bryn Mawr Hospital. |
Bryn Mawr Hospital, Clothier Living Room |
Sept 7 & 28, Oct 5 & 12, Nov 2 & 23 | 12:30 - 1:30 pm | Ruthmary Strohm 484-337-3594 |
| "Drumming for Stress Relief" for oncology patients and friends. This wonderful sessions of relaxation and healing require no musical ability! |
Bryn Mawr Hospital, |
Monthly | Noon | Ruthmary Strohm 484-337-3594 |
Caregivers
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| For caregivers only. This group is open to the public. Please call to register. |
Paoli Hospital (Call for room location) |
3rd Wed of each month | 5:00-6:30pm | Kate O'Connor 484-565-1253 |
Diabetes
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This is an evening class. No registration is required. | Riddle Hospital Health Center 4, conference room 2 | 1st Wed of month (Jan, March, May, November) | 7:30pm | 610-891-3769 |
| This is a day class. No registration is required. | Riddle Hospital Health Center 4, conference room 2 | 2nd Tues of month (Feb, April, June, Oct, Dec) | 1:00pm | 610-891-3769 |
Lupus
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| Riddle Hospital Community Education Cntr in Outpatient Pavilion | 1st Saturday of every month (Sept-June: no meetings in Jan, Feb, July, or Aug) | 10:30am- 12:30pm | 610-891-3560 |
Lymphedema
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This group is for women who are experiencing or concerned about Lymphedema. Please call first. | Bryn Mawr Hospital | Call for dates, time, location, and registration | Lynne Quinn 484-337-8608 |
Mental Health
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This group helps family members understand and support a relative diagnosed with a serious mental illness | Lankenau Medical Center | Wednesdays, weekly for 12 weeks | 7:00-9:30 pm | Judy Green 610-668-7917 |
Ostomy
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This group provides an opportunity for support, discussion, info, and resources. | Riddle Hospital, Community Education Center in Outpatient Pavilion | 2nd Wed of month | 6:30pm-8:00pm | 610-891-3560 |
Pain Management
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This group, "The Adapt Group" is for individuals with chronic pain to provide both education and support. | Bryn Mawr Rehab | Every Thur | 1:00pm | Psychology Department 484-596-5430 |
| This group is a monthly follow-up continuation to "The Adapt Group" it is called "The Graduates Group". It is to reinforce the use of constructive pain-coping strategies learned in the previous group. | Bryn Mawr Rehab | Last Thur of each month | 6:30-8:00pm | Psychology Department 484-596-5430 |
Pregnancy Loss
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This group, "UNITE" is offered to individuals and couples who have experienced a miscarriage, stillborn or infant death and need help coping with their grief. | Lankenau Medical Center | 3rd Tues each month | 7:30-9:00pm |
Geri Wismer 1-888-488-6483 |
| This group, "UNITE" is offered to individuals and couples who have experienced a miscarriage, stillborn or infant death and need help coping with their grief. | Paoli Hospital | 2nd Wed each month | 7 - 9 pm |
Cathy Plaisted 1-888-488-6483 |
| This group, "UNITE" is offered to individuals and couples who have experienced a miscarriage, stillborn or infant death and need help coping with their grief. | Riddle Hospital | First Mon each month | 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. |
Carol Kealey 1-888-488-6483 |
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Subsequent Pregnancy Support Group A group offering support to couples who are pregnant after experiencing a pregnancy loss or early infant death. |
Lankenau Hospital, Annenberg Conference Center, Stone Conference Room | Fourth Tuesday | 7 - 9 pm | Gerri Wismer RN 1-888-488-6483 |
Prostate
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This group, " Main Line Health Man-to-Man" is for men newly diagnosed with prostate cancer, have already begun treatment or have a history of prostate cancer. Guest Speakers are at almost every meeting. Please call to register. | Bryn Mawr Hospital Health Services Center in Newtown Square. 3855 West Chester Pike, Conference Room C. | 2nd Tues every other month ( Group does not meet in August) | 7:00pm- 8:30pm |
Ruthmary Strohm- 484-337-3594
Eucharia Borden 484-476-8503 or bordene@mlhs.org Kate O'Connor 484-565-1253 |
Smoking Cessation
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This group is for individuals who have quit smoking and want to continue on their smoke-free path. | Riddle Hospital, Health Care Center I, Conference Room | 1st and 3rd Mon of month | 7:00-8:00pm |
Karen Russell 610-891-3635 |
Stroke
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This group is open to individuals on the inpatient units who have experienced cerebral vascular accidents. The focus is on adjustment issues following a stroke. Family members are welcome to attend. | Bryn Mawr Rehab | Every Mon and Wed | 3:00-3:30pm | Psychology Department 484-596-5430 |
Suicide
| Description | Hospital Location | Dates | Time | Contact Name / # |
| This group is for survivors of suicide. | Bryn Mawr Hospital, Clothier Auditorium | 1st Wednesday of each month | 7:30pm | Linda Bates-Harnish 215-545-2242 |
| This group is for survivors of suicide. | Paoli Hospital, Medical Office Building, Willistown Room | 2nd Wednesday of each month | 7:30pm | 215-545-2242 |
| This group is geared for child bereavement. | Lankenau Medical Center Medical Science Building, 3rd Floor | 1st Thursday of each month | 7:30pm | 610-649-2479 |
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