In May our guest speaker will be Kava Schafer, MDiv, MA. The title of her presentation is "Building Resiliency, Living with Uncertainty." Ms. Schafer is a non-denominational chaplain with the Abramson Cancer Center's Palliative Care Program. She plans to present on ways of gaining control when living with myeloma, avoiding distress and coming to peace with dying.
At our January 14, 2017 meeting, Jessica Perrella, MSW, will address the emotional and sexual effects of cancer treatments, specifically for people with multiple myeloma. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to sexuality, intimacy, relationships and family dynamics.
Our May 13, 2017 meeting will provide information on two activities that can be helpful to cancer patients (as well as to others). Our speakers will be Mara Wei from the Penn Mindfulness Program and Michelle Stortz, a certified Yoga instructor who works with people with cancer and chronic illnesses.
What: Webinar video (1:03:04)
When: Tuesday October 17, 2017 3:00 PM ET
Where: Web
More Info: https://www.patientpower.info/lifewithmyeloma3
What: Webcast audio (1:00:45)
When: Wednesday January 29, 2020, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET
Our next monthly PMMNG meeting will be Saturday April 13, 2024 from 1:30-3:00 PM ET. This meeting with be conducted by Zoom.