APCF Peer Network

"Lean On Me" Song by Bill Withers

"Participation in the Peer Network has been instrumental in making some needed adjustments to my life after surgery. I was a seven-year survivor when I began attending, so I wasn't sure what the group could offer after all that time and a reasonably successful outcome. What I didn't realize was how alone I felt sometimes coping with the lifestyle changes and the uncertainty. I didn't realize how powerful the opportunity simply to share my experiences with other men would be. The absolute confidence in which the group operates, the willingness of the men to be so amazingly honest, and the development of a brother-in-arms type of bonding all have served as strong and needed emotional medicine." R.D. Saenz, Survivor

Survivor-Mentors

If you would like to talk with someone one-on-one, the Arkansas Prostate Cancer Foundation can connect you with a Survivor-Mentor. Survivor-Mentors are men and women who have experienced some of the same feelings you now have. They are trained to support you and help you find resources.

 

If you would like to speak with a Survivor-Mentor, please call 800-338-1383.

Peer Network

The most important thing to remember when going through cancer treatment is that you are not alone. Many others have gone through the process and it may be very helpful to gather others’ knowledge and insight.

 

The Arkansas Prostate Cancer Foundation’s Peer Network meets once a month in 4 locations: Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville and Jonesboro. The Peer Network is a completely private and confidential setting for survivors to get together to discuss prostate cancer-related issues.

 

Please see below and find a meeting location to attend. If you would like more information, please contact the Foundation's office at 501-748-1249.

 

Peer Network Central – Little Rock

Meets the second Monday of each month, 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Second Presbyterian Church, Room 67
600 Pleasant Valley Drive
Little Rock, AR
For directions, click here.

 

Peer Network Ft. Smith
Meets weekly on Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Reynolds Cancer Support House
3324 South M Street
Ft Smith, AR
For directions, click here.

 

Peer Network Northeast – Jonesboro
Meets the first Thursday of each month, 6:00 – 7:30 PM
UAMS Center on Aging Northeast
303 E Matthews
Jonesboro, AR
For directions, click here.

 

Peer Network Northwest – Fayetteville
Meets the third Thursday of each month, 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Washington Regional Cancer Support Home

1101 N Woolsey Ave.

Fayetteville, AR

For directions, click here.

 

There are other support groups in Arkansas that meet on a regular basis. We are pleased to offer their services, as well. If you know of a support group that should be included, please contact the APCF office at 800-331-1383 or info@arprostatecancer.org.

 

Prostate Cancer Support Group
Meets 4th Tuesday of every month (excluding November and December), 4:00-5:00 PM
Bella Vista Community Church, McKay Hall
75 Lancashire Drive
Bella Vista, AR
Contact: Diane Krolikowski, 479-855-1411

 

American Cancer Society Man-to-Man Support Group
Meets first Tuesday of every month, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Arkansas Urology
1300 Centerview Drive
Little Rock, AR

Contact: Arkansas Urology, 501-219-8900 or American Cancer Society, 501-603-5202