Cancer

Brain Tumor Support Group

Contact	Quintina
Phone	812-339-3143
Address	N. Milo B. Sampson Lane just off the Ind. 45/46 Bypass (west of Fee Lane) Bloomington, IN
Hours	6-8 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at the MPRI Patient Resource Center
Phone	239-292-6007 (cell)
Subjects	Cancer Discussion groups Health Services Support Groups

Jill's House

URL	http://www.jills-house.org
Contact	Susan Dabkowski (Executive Director)
Phone	812-339-JILL(5455)
Email	jillshouse [at] mpri [dot] org
Description	The mission of Jill's House is to provide a temporary, home-like residence for patients undergoing outpatient therapy at the Midwest Proton Radiotherapy Institute in Bloomington.
Subjects	Cancer Housing

WISE--Working Out to Increase Strength and Endurance

URL	http://mypage.iu.edu/~jdjohnst/WISE3.html
Contact	Margie Kobow
Phone	332-5555 x 221
Email	mkobow [at] monroecountyymca [dot] org
Address	Monroe County YMCA 2125 S. Highland Ave. Bloomington, IN 47401
Hours	Mon., Wed., Fri. 10:15-11:15 AM or 6:30-7:30 PM, and Sat. 8:00-9:00 AM at the Monroe County YMCA
Description	The W.I.S.E. Program is an exercise program designed specifically for individuals who are either currently undergoing treatment for a cancer related illness or those who have completed their therapy. This program is open to all cancer patients/survivors, regardless of cancer type, stage, or current treatment status, or time since diagnosis and treatment. Approval from your physician is required to start the program. Contact Margie Kobow at the Monroe County YMCA for the appropriate forms.
Additional Contact	Jeanne Johnston
Email	jdjohnst [at] indiana [dot] edu
Subjects	Cancer Fitness

Brain Tumor Support Group

URL	http://www.braintumor.org
Contact	Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor
Phone	(812) 335-0459
Email	drjill [at] drjilltaylor [dot] com.
Hours	Every other Wednesday from 6:30-8pm
Description	Patients and caregivers connect with others who have coped with a brain tumor diagnosis. NBTS Patient and Caregiver Support Network provides an opportunity for those who are newly diagnosed, long-term survivors, or caregivers to connect with other survivors and caregivers over the phone or by email. The Support Network members are volunteers who would offer their support and experience to help others
Phone	1-800-934-2873
Subjects	Cancer Support Groups

Olcott Center for Cancer Education

URL	http://www.iuhealthbloomington.org/oth/Page.asp?PageID=OTH000142
Contact	Janice Ross (Oncology Certified Registered Nurse)
Phone	(812) 353-5669
Description	Unique to Bloomington and its innovative hospital, the Olcott Center for Cancer Education is completely supported by its community. Registered nurse educators provide one-on-one education with clients and their family members. The Center offers an extensive lending library, weekly support groups, patient advocacy, and some individualized financial assistance. Free educational talks and materials are always available to groups, schools, businesses, and individuals.
Additional Contact	Erin Wyatt (Oncology Certified Registered Nurse)
Phone	(812) 353-5669
Subjects	Cancer Health Services Support Groups

Breast Cancer Support Group

URL	http://www.iuhealthbloomington.org/oth/Page.asp?PageID=OTH000263
Phone	812-353-5669
Hours	Wed. 7-8:30pm
Description	The Olcott Center for Cancer Education breast cancer support group meets on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. (See link above)
Subjects	Cancer Health Services Support Groups