Caregivers are a vital part of someone's cancer journey. At The Gathering Place, we know caregivers can take on multiple roles, providing support to their loved one or friend coping with cancer.
Caregivers show up with love, but the weight of caregiving is real. November is National Family Caregivers Month, and the data is clear - caring for someone with serious illness impacts a person's own health. Cancer caregivers provide essential physical, emotional and practical support, often while their own needs go unseen. According to the National Cancer Institute, half report high emotional stress, and many balance caregiving with a full workweek.
Anyone who loves someone with cancer deserves support, education and a community of their own.
At The Gathering Place, we offer these services year-round and at no cost.
Join us for a special event for caregivers only, recognizing the compassion, strength, and love they provide loved ones affected by cancer. Enjoy self-care activities, Reiki sessions, and time to connect, relax and feel appreciated. Refreshments will be provided.
Held Thursday, November 5, 12:00-1:30pm at TGP Westlake.
Facilitator: Bess Kaple | 216-455-1501
Join us for a special event for caregivers only, recognizing the compassion, strength, and love they provide loved ones affected by cancer. Enjoy self-care activities, Reiki sessions, and time to connect, relax and feel appreciated. Refreshments will be provided.
Held Thursday, November 19, 6:30-8:00pm at TGP Beachwood.
Facilitator: Karelys Ortiz Santiago | 216-455-1508
*open to any adult impacted by cancer
Learn how to clear your mind, relax your body, breathe slower and deeper, and go on a 'journey'.
Held November 2 & 16, 6:30-7:15pm, online.
Facilitator: Eileen Coan | 216-455-1504
*open to any adult impacted by cancer
Immerse yourself in the healing power of sound. A full body relaxation experience to help with stress, tension and more.
Held November 13, 11:00am-12:00pm, at TGP West & Online.
Held November 21, 10:00-11:00am, at TGP West.
*open to any adult impacted by cancer
Discover the foundations of mindfulness and explore practical ways to bring greater awareness, calm, and balance into everyday life. This program combines mindful movement, breathwork, and guided meditation to help participants reduce stress, improve focus, and cultivate overall well-being. Movements can be done in a chair and are suitable for all abilities.
Held November 14, 10:00am-1:00pm, at TGP East.
Facilitators: Sarah Axner Gilmore, MSSA LSW | 216-455-1516, G Rose, MSW, LSW & Lisa Thiel, MA, E-RYT500
Support group for caregivers, family members and friends of those diagnosed with cancer.
Held Mondays, 6:30-8:00pm. Alternates between TGP West and Online. Register with Bess Kaple, MSW, LSW | 216-455-1501
Held Thursdays, 6:30-8:00pm. Alternates between TGP East and Online. Register with Karelys Ortiz Santiago, MSW, LSW | 216-455-1508
Our nutrition programs educate and empower individuals as they embrace healthy eating habits for well-being. Whether needing one-to-one with a registered dietitian or joining a cooking class, learn how to eat to feel your best.
Upcoming programs include:
Immunity Boosting Foods (hands-on cooking class)
Join this hands-on cooking class to discover how nutrition can help boost your immune system this winter.
Held November 11, 6:00-7:30pm, at TGP East.
Held November 14, 11:00am-12:30pm, at TGP West.
Hunger Cues During the Holidays
Discover the principles of mindful eating and how to apply them year-round, but especially during the holidays.
Held November 18, 4:40-4:30pm, Online.
Facilitator: Sarah Bowers, MS, RDN, LD | 216-455-1522
Movement and exercise has been consistently proven to be effective in reducing caregiver burden and stress, while also enhancing overall well-being. The Gathering Place offers a wide variety of movement and exercise programs online or in-person in Beachwood or Westlake.
Click HERE for more information about movement and exercise programs and classes.
Health and fitness screenings are required before attending any movement classes. Please reach out to Sandy Conochan | 216-455-1529.
PLEASE NOTE: Registration for all exercise and movement classes will close 24 hours prior to the start of class to ensure all our participants have completed their one-time health & fitness screening with a staff member from The Gathering Place.
For additional resources, contact:
Bess Kaple, MSW, LSW | 216-455-1501
Eileen Coan, MA, MLS | 216-455-1504