COLONTOWN is an online community with more than 100 private support groups for colorectal cancer patients and care partners. Please click here for more information: https://colontown.org/
The Educational Branch of COLONTOWN is a free resource that brings real lived experiences from the COLONTOWN community. Please click here for more information: https://learn.colontown.org/
PALTOWN Development Foundation supports COLONTOWN. Please click here for more information: https://paltown.org/
EVENTS
CANCER SURVIVORS' SUPPORT GROUP
of FAYETTE, MS
Mission Statement: Our mission is to support cancer survivors and their families by offering free and low-cost emotional support, educational resources, and vital financial assistance. Through compassionate care and community engagement, we empower survivors to overcome the challenges of life after cancer, restoring dignity, strength, and hope on their healing journey.
Contact persons:
Peggy Oliver, President (601) 870-2574
Julia Brown, Sponsor (601) 451-9610
Thrivers are a group of cancer survivors who are not only celebrating life, but also learning and choosing new ways to live the healthiest and happiest lives possible! The Thrivers group meets on the 1st Monday of each month, excluding January. Thrivers meet at 11:00 am in the Conference room on the 2nd floor of the Christian Life Center of First Baptist Church of Jackson. The group is open to anyone who would like to learn more about all avenues of healthy living after cancer. For more information, call 601-949-1949 or visit https://www.summitfirst.org/
For more information regarding the American Cancer Society, please click the link: https://www.cancer.org/ or call 1-800-227-2345
Click Here for a new, free Fact Sheet from the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society that provides resources and tips that can help you save money and shop for healthy foods.
RESOURCES
AN INTEGRATIVE CANCERWELLNESS PROGRAM
A cancer diagnosis can be a life-altering event, often accompanied by physical, emotional and psychological challenges. But accurate information can empower cancer survivors to handle the hurdles associated with treatment and recovery. Survivor University is a five (5) day educational and support program for adult Mississippians with a cancer diagnosis. Topics focus on improving health and quality of life during cancer treatment. The series provides a practical approach to cancer survivorship, access to subject-matter experts, and a platform for cancer survivors to grow their network of support.
Who Should Apply
Any adult Mississippian with a cancer diagnosis is welcome to participate. There is no fee to join, and it is not exclusive to UMMC patients. Any cancer patient in the state of Mississippi is eligible to apply for the program.
https://www.umc.edu/CancerInstitute/patient-support/survivor-university-application.html
Founded in 1944, CancerCare is the leading national organization providing free, professional support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical, and financial challenges of cancer. For more information, please click the following link: https://www.cancercare.org/