Monthly support group for people diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Facilitator: Sydney Beeman, MA, NCC, LPC
Workshop for children and teens who have an adult family member with cancer. Utilizing art, play and discussion, children, teens and their parents interact with families in similar situations. This month's theme: Cooling Down Hot Emotions
Weekly support group for people with any kind of cancer. Facilitated by:
Brittani Davis, MA, LPCC, LICDC on Mondays & Andrea Sonnie, LISW-S, OSW-C on Tuesdays
Support group for caregivers, family members and friends of those diagnosed with cancer. Facilitated by: Susan Marinac, MSSA, LISW-S, MT-BC on Mondays & Sydney Beeman, MA, NCC, LPC on Tuesdays
New to The Gathering Place? Start here! Meet with a staff member to explore our FREE programs and services.
Workshop for children and teens who have an adult family member with cancer. Utilizing art, play and discussion, children, teens and their parents interact with families in similar situations. This month's theme: Cooling Down Hot Emotions
Comprehensive strength, endurance, balance, and flexibility routine for those in cancer treatment or dealing with side effects from treatment. Health and fitness screening required before attending any movement class.
Tuesdays, 10:00-11:00am at The Gathering Place East or virtually and Saturdays, 9:00-10:00am, held virtually
A gentle flow class appropriate for all levels.
Yoga with Lisa Thiel is a gentle, mind-body practice designed to empower participants to take an active role in managing their care and long-term health. The classes include physical postures and movement to improve strength, mobility, range of motion, balance and circulation. Breathing practices are used for better respiration, while mediation and other relaxation techniques are used to help manage stress and anxiety to enhance well-being. Each class offers modifications to meet fluctuations in physical ability and energy level throughout the cancer journey. Different positions (in chairs, on the floor and standing) and the use of props are encouraged to meet individual needs. Instructor: Lisa Thiel, MA, E-RYT500
Health and fitness screening required before attending any movement class.
Please consult your physician before beginning this, or any exercise program. As with any exercise program, if at any point you begin to feel faint, dizzy or have physical discomfort, you should stop immediately. Information is for educational purposes only.
Comprehensive strength, endurance, balance, and flexibility routine for those in cancer treatment or dealing with side effects from treatment. Health and fitness screening required before attending any movement class.
Comprehensive strength, endurance, balance, and flexibility routine for those in cancer treatment or dealing with side effects from treatment. Health and fitness screening required before attending any movement class.
This six-part series addresses the specific needs of individuals diagnosed with cancer as they build strength and flexibility, reduce cancer related fatigue, increase bone density, and reduce the effects of neuropathy and lymphedema. The Yoga4Cancer program was developed by Tari Prinster and is based upon yoga for cancer research. Presenters: Angie Giallourakis, PhD, M.Ed., Certified Yoga4Cancer Teacher, Co-Founder, Steven G. Cancer Foundation & Elephants and Tea
Weekly support group for people with any kind of cancer. Facilitated by:
Brittani Davis, MA, LPCC, LICDC on Mondays & Andrea Sonnie, LISW-S, OSW-C on Tuesdays
Support group for caregivers, family members and friends of those diagnosed with cancer. Facilitated by: Susan Marinac, MSSA, LISW-S, MT-BC on Mondays & Sydney Beeman, MA, NCC, LPC on Tuesdays
Support group for adults and families, to help cope with the impact of grief. Facilitated by:
Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S or Brittani Davis, MA, LPCC, LICDC
Support group for adults and families, to help cope with the impact of grief. Facilitated by:
Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S or Brittani Davis, MA, LPCC, LICDC
Wednesdays, 12:30-1:00pm
Exercise class that builds on balance, stability and body awareness.
Balance for Improved Function stresses simple, functional movements, allowing participants to move more efficiently and decrease fall risks. The focus is on building up core stability and balance simultaneously, while at the same time creating a better sense of body awareness.
Monthly support group for women diagnosed with gynecological cancers (non-ovarian). This support group provides a safe space for women to talk about their diagnosis and treatment of gynecologic cancers, side effects, late effects and related thoughts and emotions. Each person's cancer story is different. It can be healing to learn from others, to ask questions and to share ways they have coped. Facilitator: Andrea Sonnie, LISW-S, OSW-C
Join the fun and learn the basics of dragon boating, a fun team sport for anyone in treatment, finished with treatment or caregivers. No experience required. Weekly practice sessions begin Wednesday, July 13th, 6:30-8:00PM in preparation for the 12th Annual Cleveland Dragon Boat Association Festival which will be held on Sunday, September 18, 2022.
Learn about important legal and care planning issues after receiving a cancer diagnosis. Presenters: Sarah Parran, LISW-S & Kathy Joseph, Esq.
Workshop for children and teens who have an adult family member with cancer. Utilizing art, play and discussion, children, teens and their parents interact with families in similar situations. This month's theme: Cooling Down Hot Emotions
Learn about important legal and care planning issues after receiving a cancer diagnosis. Presenters: Sarah Parran, LISW-S & Kathy Joseph, Esq.
Workshop for children and teens who have an adult family member with cancer. Utilizing art, play and discussion, children, teens and their parents interact with families in similar situations. This month's theme: Cooling Down Hot Emotions
Sign up for an open gym time to come and workout on your own. Participants must first attend an orientation and complete a health and fitness screening. This program is limited to 5 participants per hour.
Comprehensive strength, endurance, balance, and flexibility routine for those in cancer treatment or dealing with side effects from treatment. Health and fitness screening required before attending any movement class.
Comprehensive strength, endurance, balance, and flexibility routine for those in cancer treatment or dealing with side effects from treatment. Health and fitness screening required before attending any movement class.
Comprehensive strength, endurance, balance, and flexibility routine for those in cancer treatment or dealing with side effects from treatment. Health and fitness screening required before attending any movement class.
Monthly breast cancer support group for women who are newly diagnosed, in treatment and during follow up care. There are both daytime and evening groups. Facilitator: Andrea Sonnie, LISW-S, OSW-C
New to The Gathering Place? Start here! Meet with a staff member to explore our FREE programs and services.
Fridays, 12:30-1:00pm
A slow-flow stretching and yoga-based program. Health and fitness screening required before attending any movement class.
Please consult your physician before beginning this, or any exercise program. As with any exercise program, if at any point you begin to feel faint, dizzy or have physical discomfort, you should stop immediately. Information is for educational purposes only.
Participants will explore different ways to exercise in an aquatic environment to build strength, endurance and improve balance after cancer treatment. Each class will focus on a different topic related to aquatic exercise. Participants are encouraged but not required to complete all classes in this series. Presenter: Joy Nowels, Exercise Specialist, ACSM Certified, Ai Chi Certified, Arthritis Foundation Certified Aquatic Program Leader
Join us for an evening of community and fun! Activities include a Drum Circle for stress reduction, a tour of our healing garden and support and networking with other YA’s. We will hear from Nick Giallourakis from Elephants and Tea, learn about TGP offerings for Young Adults as well as national resources. Refreshments will be provided. Co-sponsored by Elephants & Tea.
Tuesdays, 10:00-11:00am at The Gathering Place East or virtually and Saturdays, 9:00-10:00am, held virtually
A gentle flow class appropriate for all levels.
Yoga with Lisa Thiel is a gentle, mind-body practice designed to empower participants to take an active role in managing their care and long-term health. The classes include physical postures and movement to improve strength, mobility, range of motion, balance and circulation. Breathing practices are used for better respiration, while mediation and other relaxation techniques are used to help manage stress and anxiety to enhance well-being. Each class offers modifications to meet fluctuations in physical ability and energy level throughout the cancer journey. Different positions (in chairs, on the floor and standing) and the use of props are encouraged to meet individual needs. Instructor: Lisa Thiel, MA, E-RYT500
Health and fitness screening required before attending any movement class.
Please consult your physician before beginning this, or any exercise program. As with any exercise program, if at any point you begin to feel faint, dizzy or have physical discomfort, you should stop immediately. Information is for educational purposes only.
Saturdays, 10:00-11:00am
QiGong-Tai Chi integrates physical exercises, breathing techniques and mindfulness into one practice.
QiGong-Tai Chi is a holistic health practice integrating a sequence of gentle movements, breathing techniques, acupressure self-massage, and mindfulness.The classes are designed to reduce stress and increase vitality, improve flexibility, balance and circulation, and strengthen muscles. QiGong-Tai Chi can be done sitting or standing and is easily modified and adapted for all abilities and fitness levels. Instructor: Jeannie Koran
Please consult your physician before beginning this, or any exercise program. As with any exercise program, if at any point you begin to feel faint, dizzy or have physical discomfort, you should stop immediately. Information is for educational purposes only.