Events
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Learn About Astera Cancer Care’s Upcoming Events and Seminars
At Astera Cancer Care, education for and commitment to the community are central to our tradition of cancer care and hematology excellence. Along with providing expert, experienced care, we regularly participate in, sponsor and organize events to benefit and inform patients, their families and the Central Jersey medical community.
A Breakthrough Every Week: Cancer Research in Our Community
Join Astera Cancer Care’s medical oncologist and hematologist, James C. Salwitz, MD, on Tuesday, June 21st at 7 PM for a virtual educational program “A Breakthrough Every Week, Cancer Research in Our Community. Download the flyer for more information. To register for the Zoom Program, click Here or scan the QR code.
Cancer Survivorship: A Virtual Education Series
Valerie Shander, APP at Astera Breast Care will join with healthcare professionals from Saint Peter’s University Hospital and Crossroads4Hope for a four-week educational series. This will focus on different aspects of cancer survivorship. To register for the Zoom Program, click Here.
Cancer Support Groups
All programs via zoom
Caregivers, Tuesdays, June 7 – August 9, 3-4:30pm
Breast Cancer, Wednesdays, June 22 – August 21, 6-7:30pm
Lung Cancer, Thursdays, June 2 – August 11, 10:30am – 12pm
For more information or to register, please contact Social Work at: social.work@asterahealthcare.org or 732-853-1038.
Navigating Disability – Monday, July 11 10-11am
Unclear about Temporary Disability and Social Security Disability/Permanent Disability? Find out:
- What documents are required
- If you are eligible or when you might become eligible
- How to complete the application online
- How to complete the hard-copy application
For more information or to register, please contact Lauren Kriegel, LCSW, OSW-C, Social Worker, at (732) 724-2764 or Lauren.Kriegel@asterahealthcare.org.
Tips & Tricks for Disease Related Anxiety – Monday, September 19 10-11am
Cancer and hematology diagnosis can cause added stress and worry. Learn practical tips for managing these feelings including:
- Mindfulness
- Breathing exercises
- Guided imagery
- Tricks to integrate these skills into everyday life
For more information or to register, please contact Lauren Kriegel, LCSW, OSW-C, Social Worker, at (732) 724-2764 or Lauren.Kriegel@asterahealthcare.org.
Communicating with Loved Ones During Stressful Times – Monday, November 14 10-11am
Tired of sharing your feelings or concerns with loves ones over and over again but feel like you are not getting through to them? Tired of feeling like a doormat or prioritizing other people’s feelings over your own?
Learn tips and tricks for communicating effectively with loves ones including how to:
- Share your story in a way that they can understand
- Manage your expectations of others
- Identify your most trusted support people
For more information or to register, please contact Lauren Kriegel, LCSW, OSW-C, Social Worker, at (732) 724-2764 or Lauren.Kriegel@asterahealthcare.org.
To Request an Appointment Call
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