Educational Resources
From dealing with a new diagnosis to writing about cancer, you and your family are offered a wide variety of classes and support groups to help cope with your condition.
Education is also an important area of survivorship. We provide many on-going classes and support groups including nutrition workshops, and many others. For more information, please call Markstein Services at (510) 869-8833.
View the complete calendar (PDF) for details on our classes, workshops, and support groups.
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Cancer in Other Words
Who: Markstein Cancer Education Services of Alta Bates Summit
What: Introductory writing and ongoing workshop for cancer patients and survivors.
When: Call for information on dates and times
Where: Markstein Cancer Services
Summit Campus, 3100 Summit St, Oakland CA
Contact: Cost is Free, registration required. Please call (510) 869-8833 to register.
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Living with Cancer
A support group for patients and caregivers.
Who: Markstein Cancer Education Services of Alta Bates Summit
What: Coping techniques for cancer patients entering or finishing treatment and their families
When: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
Where: Markstein Cancer Services
Summit Campus, 3100 Summit St, Oakland CA
Contact: Cost is Free, registration required. Please call (510) 869-8833 to register.
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Nourishing the Mind and Body
Who: Markstein Cancer Education and Prevention Services
Where: Summit Campus, Providence Pavilion, Ground Floor, 3100 Summit Street, Oakland CA
Contact: Please call (510) 869-8833 for more information.
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Stress Reduction Classes
(two 8 week series)
Who: Comprehensive Cancer Center
Where: Herrick Campus, 2001 Dwight Way, Berkeley CA
Contact: Please call (510) 204-4645 for more information.
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