What is the Harbor Room?

The Harbor Room is a source of comfort and strength to people affected by cancer. It is staffed by compassionate volunteers, most of who have been touched in some way by cancer.

Opened in 2005, the Harbor Room is nestled inside the Cambridge Medical Center in Cambridge, Minn., to the left of the main doors.

Most of the services offered are at no charge.

For more information, call 763-688-8415. Click here for the web site.
Hours are: Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SERVICES/RESOURCES:

Wigs/Hats/Head Scarves
A wide range of styles and options are available to try in private or with assistance from a Harbor Room volunteer. All are available at no charge to anyone currently in treatment.

Mastectomy bras/Prosthetics
Many sizes are available and are provided at no cost.

Support groups
Men and women's support groups offered monthly at the Harbor Room. The women's support group meets on the first Thursday of each month from 2-3:30 p.m. The men's group meets on the third Tuesday from 3-4:30 p.m. These groups are open to anyone who has been touched by cancer. Free refreshments.

Lending Library
Books and other reference materials are available to read in the Harbor Room or to check out to take home.

Internet Resources
Visitors are welcome to access the Internet to find information and resources. Volunteers are available to assist, if desired.

Yoga
The 'Breathe, Stretch, Relax' yoga class is offered periodically throughout the year. A limited number of slots are available at no cost to cancer patients and their supporters.

Art Therapy
Different artistic modalities are offered throughout the year. Call the Harbor Room for details and class offerings. 763-688-8415

"Beautiful You' Make-Up Application Program
 Looking better and feeling better often go hand-in-hand. This special program provides make-up application tips, as well as options for dealing with hair loss, for women who are undergoing treatment or have completed treatment within the past six months. All participants receive approximately $200 in quality make-up and supplies at no cost. Meeting are the second Thursday of each month from 6:30-8p.m. in the Harbor Room. Register by calling 763-688-8415.

Book Club
The book club meets monthly. There are a limited number of openings. Call for more information.

Knitting/Crocheting Group
This group meets twice a month. It is open to anyone interested in learning to crochet or knit, or to those who would like to continue their craft.

Chemo Visits
Anyone who would like a visit from a Harbor Room volunteer while getting treatment at Cambridge Medical Center can call the Harbor Room to set up a visit.

The Hope Fund
This emergency fund helps those who are actively receiving care for breast cancer to pay for their basic living expenses. Applications are available in the Harbor Room. The Hope Fund is funded through the generous support of the Minnesota Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.