This free, virtual only survivorship series is designed for breast cancer patients who have been newly diagnosed, are in active treatment, or have completed treatment. This series will give you tips and tools to help you cope with your diagnosis and common side effects, build confidence, and empower you to take charge of your health. Topics include:
You may select to join us for the entire four week series or select the certain sessions you are interested in. Classes take place on Wednesdays from 6p.m-7:15p.m for four weeks starting February 3rd- February 24th. Each session is about 75 minutes, depending on the topic and active discussion among us all. Please expect a googlemeet virtual meeting invite for the day(s) you have selected to join us. Please make sure you have reliable internet and a non-distracting environment during each session.
This series has been developed with Ascension Wisconsin's Survivorship Program partnering with Living Beyond Breast Cancer, a national breast cancer non-profit organization that provides trusted information and a community of support.
If you have any questions, please contact Ascension Wisconsin's Cancer Survivorship Nurse Coordinator, Kayla Kalbacken at (414)-212-5171 or [email protected].
Registration is required. You may select to join us for the entire four week series or select the certain sessions you are interested in.
February 3rd: Hot and Bothered: Coping with early menopause
Get tips on how to manage hot flashes, mood changes, trouble sleeping, and other symptoms of early menopause due to breast cancer treatment.
February 10th: Managing the Long-Term Effects of Breast Cancer
The side effects of breast cancer treatment may last many years after treatment is over. Learn what to watch for, what to report to your provider, and when to call them.
February 17th: Let's Talk About Sex and Breast Cancer
Changes in your sex life are common after a breast cancer diagnosis and during treatment. Learn how to talk about these concerns and get tips on how to improve your sexual health and satisfaction.
February 24th: Self-Care After Breast Cancer
You have been through a lot. Taking care of yourself physically, mentally, and spiritually is important. Learn how exercise, nutrition, and cancer and genetic screening can play a critical role in your health.
With nearly 30 years of experience as an occupational therapist, Kim brings a deep commitment and specialized expertise to supporting individuals through their healing journeys. Since becoming certified in lymphedema management in 2015, she has focused much of her work on caring for those affected by cancer, with advanced training in breast cancer rehabilitation.
She is especially passionate about serving the cancer population, helping patients regain function, confidence, and quality of life during and after treatment. To expand her impact beyond the clinic, she has pursued additional training in the HEAL (Healthy Eating Active Living) program and the Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC) program, allowing her to support individuals through education, wellness, and community-based care.
Outside of her professional life, she enjoys spending time with her family, camping, dining out, attending her children’s musical and theatrical productions, and cheering on the Brewers. She also prioritizes her own well-being through yoga, water aerobics, and tennis.
Welcome! My name is Paula Weckman and I am an Oncology Social Worker with Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Cancer Center in Milwaukee. I am originally from Brown Deer, Wisconsin and attended Purdue University for undergraduate study with a double majoring in Elementary Education and Psychology. I went on to complete my Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Michigan with a focus on Interpersonal practice and health. I have had the privilege of working with oncology patients and their families for the better part of 22 years, with my professional start at Children’s Hospital of Michigan in Detroit. Throughout my career as a clinical social worker, I have focused a great deal on the effectiveness and implementation of support groups-primarily with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and independently starting a group that focused solely on well-siblings of pediatric cancer patients entitled Siblings Like Us . It has always been my clinical focus to try and make patients and families feel they are not alone in their cancer journey.
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