TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation
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Bright days. Crisp nights. Leaves turning crimson and gold. Autumn is an incredible time to just enjoy the moment and be mindful of nature's beauty. Being mindful can be difficult when life throws us curves - like breast cancer. Later this month, TurningPoint will offer a mindfulness class consisting of four weekly sessions led by our counselor, Karen Whitehead. Let TurningPoint help you turn over a new leaf - to live in the moment. 
Jill 
Jill Binkley, PT, MSc, CLT
Executive Director
PATIENT EDUCATION EVENT
4-Week Mindfulness Class
Fridays:  September 23 & 30, October 7 & 14
1:00 - 3:00 pm
(see location below)

Join Us for a 4-Week Course in Mindfulness 
Course Cost:  $80

Register by September 9, 2016.
 
Participants are kindly asked to attend all 4 sessions
Course is limited to 10 participants.  
 
Facilitated by: 
Karen Whitehead, MS, LMSW, DCC
TurningPoint Counselor

This program is open to TurningPoint patients.

This educational event is offered at a reduced fee through the generosity of our community partners and donors.  
RSVP Required by
Friday, September 9, 2016

Email RSVP
 or call 770-360-9271
Event Location:

Truth in Motion Yoga Studio
9950 Jones Bridge Road
Johns Creek, GA  30022
PATIENT PERSPECTIVE
Maria
  
January 2016 got here quite calmly - until January 26th - the day of my breast cancer diagnosis.  Why me?  I did things the "right" way.   I breast fed my five children, I sort of eat okay and I sort of exercise.  My husband and I were settling in to our fifth year of marriage and combining our family of eight children.  On top of that, I was eight months in to my favorite job with the Jekyll Island Authority.  I am way too busy for this.

An integral part of my journey has been the team at TurningPoint - they truly were my turning point.  The day I left my first physical therapy appointment, I cried in the Roswell Road parking lot and thanked God for placing the TurningPoint team in my life.  I knew I had found the answer to prayers.  I left my first appointment with Lauren and for the first time since January 26th, I felt like I would be normal again - a new normal, but normal.  
 
TURNINGPOINT ANNUAL FALL HEALTHCARE PROVIDER COURSE
EVIDENCE UPDATE
Joint Pain and Aromatase Inhibitors

Aromatase inhibitors (AIs) have now been established as successful adjuvant therapy for breast cancer survivors who are post-menopausal and whose cancer is estrogen-receptor-positive. These include anastrozole (Arimidex), letrozole (Femara) and exemastane (Aromasin). Unfortunately, nearly half of women taking AIs report joint pain, or arthralgia. It is estimated that 20-30% of patients discontinue AI treatment due to joint pain. 
 
In a recent publication, researchers looked for and evaluated studies that examined the effect of several different ways of managing arthralgia related to AIs. Five types of interventions were identified that have been studied: pharmacological (drug) approaches, acupuncture, nutritional supplementation, relaxation techniques and physical exercise.


Be on the lookout for our October education event on this topic and don't forget that TurningPoint has a weekly Yoga class! 
 
Yang GS et al. Interventions for the Treatment of Aromatase Inhibitor-Associated Arthralgia in Breast Cancer Survivors: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Cancer Nurs. June 21, 2016. [Epub ahead of print]
TURNING-POINTS 

Introducing New Yoga Class
for Beginners
 
Mondays at 9 am

The TurningPoint Yoga Class is taking on a new shape:  Beginner Yoga.  The class is now designed to provide a gentle easy approach to fitness for our patients post-surgery and for those needing a place to learn how to safely stretch and regain flexibility after treatment.

Participants are positioned in comfortable positions (chair or mat) and can progress at their own pace. Previous experience with yoga is not necessary. 

Learn more about the class and how to register.  
Think Pink at Scottsdale Farms!
  
Golf at White Columns to Benefit TP



Think Pink Celebration Weekend 

October 1st & 2nd, 2016

Food, fun and festivities to support TurningPoint.
  • Pink mums, Pink Pumpkins, Pink pansies, Pink flowering trees and shrubs, Pink jewelry
  • Ramble and Scramble at the Farm
  • Fun Run & Obstacle Course for kids 12 and under (parents may walk with younger participants)
  • Music, Food, Hayrides, Pumpkin Patch & more
A portion of all pink sales and all proceeds from the Fun Run will be donated to TurningPoint.

Scottsdale Farms Garden Center
15639 Birmingham Highway
Milton, GA  30004
770-777-5875
White Columns Charity Classic
  
Saturday, September 17, 2016

Golf Tournament | 1:00 pm Shotgun | $75

Tennis Tournament | 4:00 - 5:30 pm | $50

Both Include Cocktail Party - 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Featuring Light Hors D'Oeuvres, Two Drink Tickets, Auction, Raffle Opportunities and much more!

TurningPoint is one of the charity beneficiaries.

Open to the Public!

 
The Commerce Club Features TP
  
Atlanta Braves 10th Annual
Breast Cancer Awareness Day

Jill Binkley, TurningPoint Executive Director, will be the featured speaker, during an October meeting of The Commerce Club. 
All are welcome.

October 7, 2016
8:00 - 9:00 am
$20, includes breakfast and validated parking


One Ninety One Peachtree Tower
191 Peachtree St. NE, 49th Floor
Atlanta, GA 30303-0191
 
Call to RSVP:  404-222-0191
Confirmation will be sent 48 hours prior to the event
Saturday, October 1, 2016
The Atlanta Braves Breast Cancer Awareness Day celebrates survivorship and honors those who have courageously battled breast cancer, and raises awareness and funds to support research, education and advocacy for cancer patients and their families throughout Metro Atlanta.
Survivors Receive:
  • One (1) free Outfield game ticket*
  • (Additional tickets for family and friends: $20 each plus a $2 convenience fee)
  • Atlanta Braves commemorative Breast Cancer Awareness Day t-shirt
  • Access to the pregame reception
  • Participation in "A Walk in the Park", a pregame on-field ceremony.
QUESTIONING NUTRITION 
September Nutrition Q&A
by Lisa Eisele RD, LD, TurningPoint Dietitian

Q:  
I try to eat right and watch my weight in order to prevent recurrence of breast cancer.  What else can I do?
A:  AVOID BEING INACTIVE!
  
Being a breast cancer survivor, how often have you heard that exercise is important to help decrease your chance of recurrence?   Hopefully most of you've heard it at least once, and if you haven't, you're hearing it now. The latest research has shown that regular exercise has a huge beneficial impact on your health, especially being a breast cancer survivor.  Not only has it been linked to decreased breast cancer mortality (dying from breast cancer) but it also lowered the risk of overall mortality (dying from any other cause). 
 
So how much exercise do you need to reap the benefits?  
QUILTING GROUP 
Quilting Group Reminder:
Next meeting of the TurningPoint Quilting Group is
Saturday, September 17th from 9:00 am to Noon at TurningPoint's clinic.  
All are welcome, no experience needed.  
The group meets on the 3rd Saturday of every month.

Contact Amy Glass for more information.
MONTHLY SUPPORT GROUP 
Coffee & Conversation
Monday* September 26, 2016
10:00 am - 12:00 noon
 
Looking to live well with advanced breast cancer?  Join us for a social and supportive meeting.  Ask for more details.

 
Open to all women in the community with advanced or metastatic breast cancer.

Facilitated by:
Karen Whitehead, MS, LMSW
TurningPoint Counselor
*Please note:  Coffee & Conversation has moved to Mondays.*
RSVP required. Call TurningPoint 770-360-9271 or email your RSVP.
 
Contact TurningPoint Counselor Karen Whitehead  with questions or for more information.
 
This group is complimentary and supported by our community partners and donors.
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 WEEKLY EXERCISE CLASSES AT TurningPoint 
Beginning Yoga Class
Monday Mornings 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Mat Pilates Class
Wednesday Mornings 8:00 am - 9:00 am
 
Mat Pilates
Participants are guided through breath work, simple mindful yoga postures, stretching and relaxation.  Yoga for beginners is an easy, safe and fun way to continue the journey towards good health and well being.  No experience necessary.
This class is appropriate for women who have started basic core strengthening and have good range of motion in their extremities.
Please bring a mat, a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing.

Class size is limited for both offerings.  RSVP required.
Call TurningPoint 770-360-9271 or email us at staff@myturningpoint.org

 Classes are complimentary and supported by our community partners and donors.
Our Mission
TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabiltation is a non-profit 501(c)3 community-based healthcare organization.  TurningPoint improves quality of life for women with breast cancer by providing, promoting and advocating evidence-based and specialized rehabilitation. TurningPoint was founded in 2003 and has served over 3,000 women with breast cancer in the Greater Atlanta community and educated hundreds of healthcare providers in the United States.
Thank You to Our Community Partners!

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