Cancer Support Groups in the Lewiston/Auburn area Breast Cancer Support Group This weekly group is for breast cancer patients/survivors at any point along their journey from diagnosis to survivorship.  Starting 10/13/09, the group will meet every Tuesday from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing.  Please preregister before initial attendance so that we can plan for space & refreshments accordingly: 795-8250 or 1-877-336-7287. Men's Cancer Survivors' Group An eight-week group for up to eight men who are cancer survivors, meeting on Wednesday nights from 5-6pm, September 16th- November 4th, meeting on the CMMC campus (room location tbd).  We will discuss topics such as survivorship, fear of recurrence, disclosure of cancer experience, and relationships. Cancer Wellness & Support Group This group combines support with education designed to teach participants skills to enhance wellness & healing.  Meets every Wednesday from 1:30-3:00 p.m. at Central Maine Medical Center.  Contact The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing: 795-8250 or 1-877-336-7287. I CAN COPE Four-week education and support group developed by the American Cancer Society to help people with cancer better understand and cope with the illness.  Also open to family members/friends.  Offered annually.  Contact The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing:  795-8250 or 1-877-336-7287. “Living With Cancer” Support Group Meets the 2nd Wed. of the month from 6-7 p.m. in the Oncology Practice waiting room at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center.  For more info, call 777-4445. Look Good, Feel Better This program of the American Cancer Society helps patients cope with changes in appearance (e.g., loss of eyelashes and brows, changes in skin, loss of hair, etc.) related to cancer and treatment.  Participants are provided a free makeup kit (with very nice, high-end cosmetics) and taught how to use the cosmetics to look and feel their best.  Sessions will be offered the THIRD Wednesday of the month from 10 a.m- noon.  Patients must pre-register by calling the Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing: 795-8250 or 1-877-336-7287, for free new/used wigs and fittings with a trained Look Good, Feel Better cosmetologist, please call: Sandi Piper, W. Minot: 345-9048; Linda Spugnardi, Bernard’s School of Hair Fashion: 783-7765; or Carlene Sperry, Auburn:  786-5237. PIP’s Club (“Pretty in Pink”) Breast Cancer Survivor Club Group meets the 3rd Monday of each month for socialization and support.  Facilitated by two breast cancer survivors, and meets in a home setting.  For more information, call Claudette at 755-0077 or Carlene at 754-0747.  Prostate Support Group Education & Support for men and families living with prostate cancer.  Meetings are held the last Wednesday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in Conference Room C.  Sessions will involve both guest presenters and open forums for discussion. When Someone You Love Has Cancer Support for Family & Caregivers:  Offers support & education for adults whose loved one has cancer, facilitated by a licensed clinical oncology social worker.  Meets every Monday from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing: 10 High St., Suite 301.   You do not need to preregister to attend.  For more info, contact The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing: 795-8250 or 1-877-336-7287. Women’s Cancer Support Group Meets the 1st, 3rd, 4th, & 5th Wednesday of each month from 6-7 p.m. in the Oncology Practice Waiting room at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center (100 Campus Ave).  Contact Cecile Hecker at # 786-3309.