Virtual Events
Virtual Meeting for Members and their Families/Carers
Wednesday 26 May 2021, 1.00pm - 2.00pm
The virtual meeting provides a forum where patients and their families/carers can come together to discuss their experiences. New members and guests are very welcome to attend. For more details, please contact samantha.hargreaves@readingbladdercancersupport.org.uk to receive your zoom meeting link.
Virtual Quiz Night
Friday 16 April 2021, 7.00pm - 8.00pm
Join us for a fun, friendly evening with fellow members and guests. Using your webcam and mic, you can look forward to some hearty competition on our first virtual quiz night. If you have never attended one of our events before, you can expect a friendly and warming welcome. For more details, please contact samantha.hargreaves@readingbladdercancersupport.org.uk
Virtual Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2021
Wednesday 24 March 2021, 1.00pm - 2.00pm
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Reading Bladder Cancer Support Group Trust will not be able to host a face-to-face AGM event this year. Instead we are hosting a virtual AGM. Relevant matters for the AGM include our annual report, the financial situation, and the election of two new trustees, Brian Broadhurst and Samantha Hargreaves. We are also delighted to welcome two guest speakers from Action Bladder Cancer UK, Sarah Spencer-Bowdage and Jeannie O’Kelley. We would encourage all members to join us for our AGM. New members are very welcome.
Virtual Events from the Look Good Feel Better Team
Friday 21 May 1.00pm - 3.00pm
Topic: Men’s Grooming Virtual Workshop
Presenter: Mark Sproston, aka the Shave Doctor, leading professional wet shave expert and now globally recognised for his knowledge and expertise on achieving the perfect 'wet shave' without skin irritation.
Our ‘Skin Fitness’ skincare and grooming Workshops not only offer some great practical advice from experts in their field, but also provides a safe place for men to connect with others on a similar journey, talk about what's going on and share experiences. Please visit https://lookgoodfeelbetter.co.uk/support/men/
Virtual Events from the Cancer Rehab Team
The Cancer Rehab Team, at the Berkshire Cancer Centre, would like to invite you to attend their virtual Health & Well-Being Events. If you wish to attend one of the sessions below, please RSVP to the Cancer Rehab Team at: cancer.rehabilitation@nhs.net (Dates and topics are subject to change).
Tuesday 25 May 2021, 2.00pm-3:00pm
Topic: Psychosexual Concerns & Cancer
Speaker: Jane Milborne, Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist at Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
- What is Psychosexual Therapy
- How treatment and physical changes to our body impacts how we feel about ourselves, relationships and sexual intimacy
- How psychosexual therapy can help people living with cancer
Tuesday 18 May 2021, 2.00pm - 3.00pm
Topic: Support, Information and Advice for Unpaid Carers
Speakers: Nina Crispin (Public Health & Wellbeing Team, RBC) and Karen Bonnick (Tuvida Carers Hub)
- Care Assessments for patients
- Carers’ Assessment
- Carers’ Card
- Finances
- Reading Services Guide
- Activities to improve mental wellbeing
Tuesday 11 May 2021, 2.00pm - 3:00pm
Topic: Managing Fatigue and Breathlessness
Speaker: Kate Halliday, Specialist Physiotherapist (Oncology & Haematology) and Laura Casey, Senior Occupational Therapist
- The role of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy
- Types of fatigue and reasons for fatigue
- The impacts of fatigue and breathlessness
- Strategies to manage fatigue & breathlessness
- Maintaining independence with fatigue & breathlessness
Tuesday 27 April 2021, 2.00pm - 3.00pm
Topic: Cancer Rehabilitation: Eating Well: Dietetics & Cancer
Presenter: Gabriela Tomkova, Dietitian
The following topics will be discussed:
- Appetite change
- Taste changes
- Fatigue
- Weight - gaining or losing & healthy weight
- Dietary recommendations for health
- What you should eat
- What you “shouldn’t” eat
- Myths around food and cancer
Tuesday 23 March 2021, 2.00pm - 3.00pm
Topic: Relaxation Techniques
Presenter: Cancer Rehab Nurses
Tuesday 09 March 2021, 2.00pm - 3.00pm
Topic: Physical Activity and Cancer
Presenter: Move More Lead
Tuesday 02 March 2021, 2.00pm - 3.00pm
Topic: Cancer and Psychology: Ideas and Tools for coping with the impact of Cancer
Presented by Sarah Scott & Emma Tuckfield, Clinical Psychologist
- Introduction and overview of clinical health psychology service
- Impact of cancer on psychological well-being
- Tools and strategies for coping
- Services and self-help resources for psychological support
Friday 26 February 2021, 1.00pm - 3.00pm
Mens Virtual Workshop
The Cancer Rehab Team, at the Berkshire Cancer Centre, would like to invite you to attend their 'Mens Virtual Workshop'.
Hosted by Mark Sproston (aka 'The Shave Doctor'). To request a link to this session, please contact michelle@lgfb.co.uk
Tuesday 09 February 2021, 1.30pm - 2.30pm
Topic: Finance and Cancer
Presenter: Citizens Advice Bureau
