Cancer Center Family Education Day: March 4, 2012
When a child is diagnosed with cancer, the impact spreads far beyond the four walls of the doctor's office. The life of the patient, his parents and siblings is forever changed. The Cancer Center holds a Family Education Day each year to address the emotional and physical challenges brought on by a cancer diagnosis.
This year's event will be held on March 4, 2012 at the Abramson Research Center. There's something for every family member of every age, both the patient and his siblings, during treatment or beyond it. We hope you'll join us! To register, please email sharinghope@cancer.org or call 215-985-5321.
Family Education Conference 2012 Schedule
| Time & Location | About the Session | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 - 9:15 am Lobby |
Registration Name tags and family art therapy activity. |
Sue Worthington |
|
9:15 - 9:30 am |
Welcome | Lamia Barakat |
|
9:30 - 9:50 am |
Welcome / ACS Programs for Children | Stefanie Washburn |
|
9:50 - 10:30 am |
All About Childhood Cancer Detailed session information to come. |
Professional Panel: Lisa Balistreri Lamia Barakat Stephen Grupp Wendy Hobbie Julie Stern-Delfiner |
|
9:15 - 10:30 am Child Breakout |
Child (preschool and school-age) Detailed session information to come. |
Ali Greb Rebecca Rector |
| 10:30 - 10:45 am | Break | |
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10:45 am - 12 pm Parent Breakout |
Navigating Cancer Treatment Gather new tools to ease stress associated with cancer. The presentations will address some of the common challenges for families navigating the pediatric oncology journey:
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Lisa Balistreri Jamie Johnson Lynne Kaplan |
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10:45 am - 12 pm Parent Breakout |
After Cancer Treatment Education — Working with Schools Completion of therapy is a time of great joy and trepidation. Upon completion of this discussion group, families will have a better understanding of the neurocognitive and other possible late effects of cancer and its treatment, how to interact with and secure services from schools and the impact of new health care legislation on the cancer survivor. |
Wendy Hobbie Iris Paltin Eileen Kenna Satullo |
|
10:45 am - 12 pm Child Breakout |
Preschool Children with Cancer and Preschool Siblings (5 and under): My Many Colored Days We will read the book My Many Colored days which focuses on feelings and emotions. We then will facilitate a session where children will help to make a feelings rainbow |
Sarah Pajak Meaghan Andrews |
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10:45 am - 12 pm Child Breakout |
School-Age Children with Cancer (6 - 12): The Power of Me School-aged children diagnosed with cancer will participate in a hands-on activity designed to enhance self-esteem and build a self-concept that does not revolve around having cancer. Participants will engage in creative thinking activity that will help “keep cancer in its place” and build coping strategies to prevent cancer from overly defining their identity. |
Ali Greb Matt Hocking Renee Rawlins Rebecca Rector |
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10:45 am - 12 pm Child Breakout |
Just for Teens (13 and older): Look Good ... Feel Better for Teens This program helps teens cope with how cancer treatment and side effects can change the way they look. The program addresses the needs of both boys and girls. It includes tips on skin care, hair, and makeup, plus information about nutrition, exercise, fitness, and teen social issues. The program is offered by the American Cancer Society in partnership with the Personal Care Products Council Foundation and the National Cosmetology Association/Professional Beauty Association. Read more about Look Good ... Feel Better. |
Jamie McCann (ACS) Nicole Ellis Stephanie Fooks-Parker Lisa Schwartz |
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10:45 am - 12 pm Child Breakout |
School-age and Teen Siblings: Ocean of Emotion Through painting and cut-out crafts, siblings (ages 6 – 18) of the children with cancer will work collaboratively to create a large mural of the sea. The theme of the session will link the cancer experience to ocean-based themes (e.g., times of rough water and smooth sailing). |
Melissa Alderfer Lauren Daniel |
| 12 pm - 1 pm Cafeteria |
LUNCH | |
|
1 - 2 pm Parent Breakout |
Parent Panel Parents of survivors of childhood cancer will share their experiences, answer questions, and offer support. |
Wendy Hobbie, Moderator Darlene & Pete Barkman Kurt Kovach Marie & Joe Degnan Laurieann Nersten-Filippini & Anthony Filippini Tammy Lausten |
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1 - 2 pm Child Breakout |
Adolescents with Cancer and Adolescent Siblings (13 and older): Love, Hate, Joy, Pain The Drama Troupe supports youth self-expression and processing of emotion through improvisational drama. Adolescents and their siblings will participate in the creation of scenes and exercises. |
Temple Drama Troupe Nicole Ellis Renee Rawlins Lisa Schwartz |
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1 - 2 pm Child Breakout |
School-age Children with Cancer and Same-Age Siblings (6 -12): Cellie Coping Tool Kit The session will introduce children and siblings to the newly developed Cellie Cancer Coping Kit (a tool for supporting children through cancer treatment). Children will participate in hands-on activities to identify how they cope with stressors and learn new coping skills. |
Meghan Marsac Lauren Daniel |
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1 - 2 pm Child Breakout |
Preschool Children with Cancer and Preschool Siblings (5 and younger): What Makes a Boo Boo BetteR? We will read The Boo Boo Book and facilitate a medical play session with children allowing them to be a doctor for a day. |
Ali Greb Rebecca Rector |
| 2 - 2:30 pm Cafeteria |
Closing Activity — Drum Circle Families and staff are encouraged to come together in a drum circle to culminate the day in a fun and musical way! Together we will rumble, drum, & shake as a reminder of the ways we empower ourselves and one another to celebrate community and life. All children, teens and families are welcome to join this collaborate musical celebration with drums, community, rhythm and fun! |
Mike Mahoney |
Contact Us
Existing patients or family members, please call
215-590-2810
To schedule an initial appointment or request a 2nd opinion
267-426-0762