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Oncology Center Resource List
This list of resources was prepared as a service for our patients. The inclusion or exclusion of certain activities, programs or vendors does not represent the endorsement of Lawrence Memorial Hospital or the Oncology Center.
Support Programs
Cancer Support Group
Sponsored by the American Cancer Society
2nd and 4th Thursday at 7pm
Held at LMH, 325 Maine St.
Donna Flory, 842-0054
Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Support Group
Mondays, 5:30 pm
Presbyterian Manor, 1429 Kasold Dr.
Donna Neuner, 842-5250 or 766-8887
Younger Women's Cancer Support Group
1st Thursday, 6-7:30 p.m.
Lawrence Health Plaza (LMH), Suite 105
330 Arkansas Street
Dona Snead, 840-2768
Look Good ... Feel Better
ACS program focusing on hair loss and skin changes from chemotherapy and radiation.
American Cancer Society, 1-800-359-1025
Reach to Recovery
Breast Cancer peer support
Sponsored by the American Cancer Society
Donna Neuner, 842-5250 or Carol Wallace, 843-5077
Breast Cancer Awareness
Breast Cancer Awareness of Douglas County
Community coalition for breast health advocacy
Judy Hollingshead, 766-8887
Man to Man
An education group for men with prostate cancer. Partners and family members are invited to attend.
Sponsored by the American Cancer Society
1st Thursday, 7 p.m., St. Francis Hospital, 2nd floor
Jennifer Taylor, 1-800-359-1025
I Can Cope
Cancer education programs
Coordinated by the American Cancer Society
1-800-359-1025-Local
1-800-ACS-2345-National
Special Activities
The Light Center Workshop and Retreat Center
Baldwin City, KS
785-255-4583
www.lightcenterks.org
Camp Bluebird (Spiritual Wellness)
Kansas City area annual adult camp
Sponsored by Shawnee Mission Medical Center
Kathy Eitel, 913-676-2305
Durable Medical Equipment Loans
i.e. walker, wheelchair, hospital beds etc.
- Criticare-Loan Closet
American Cancer Society
1006 W 6th St.
749-4878
- Independence, Inc.
2001 Haskell
841-0333
Transportation
- Road to Recovery Volunteers
American Cancer Society
1-800-359-1025-Local
1-800-ACS-2345-National
- Independence, Inc.
2001 Haskell
841-0333
- The "T"
933 New Hampshire
312-7054
- The "T" Lift
Para-Transit for those who can not use regular "T" due to functional limitations
930 E 30th St.
312-7054
Wig & Hair Accessories
American Cancer Society Heartland Division
Includes wigs, turbans, hats, breast prostheses, bras, etc.
1315 SW Arrowhead, Topeka, KS
1-800-359-1025-Local
1-800-ACS-2345-National
Brian Joseph's - Leawood
Specialize in medical hair loss, also have skin care boutique, and certified breast fitters
1-800-889-8960
913-649-6405
www.brianjosephs.com
Hair secrets - Topeka
Wigs, certified mastectomy fitter
785-272-3600
Vanity Beauty Salon- Lawrence
846 Illinois
843-6411
Wig City-Kansas City Area
10701 Shawnee Mission Parkway
Shawnee, KS
913-962-9918
Wigs and Fashion
Yung Un, Cosmetologist
Latest selection of wigs and hairpieces
Special service for chemotherapy patients
114 ½ SW 8th St., Topeka, KS
785-234-6567
Breast Prostheses & Bras
Advanced Home Care
2500 W 31st St.
841-2200
American Cancer Society Heartland Division
Includes wigs, turbans, hats, breast prostheses, bras, etc.
1315 SW Arrowhead, Topeka, KS
1-800-359-1025-Local
1-800-ACS-2345-National
Criticare
1006 W 6th St
749-4878
JC Penney
3311 Iowa St
331-0101
Nordstrom, Oak Park Mall
11143 West 95th St., Overland Park, KS
913-492-8111
www.nordstrom.com
With You In Mind
Rhonda Prange-Webb
913-491-4923
