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 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
Group for parents, children and teens who have experienced a death of an adult loved one from cancer. Includes expressive, age specific, group activities and a concurrent support group for parents. Facilitator: Erin Rafter, CCLS, PhD
Learn to move from tidal waves to lapping shores. Big emotions are part of the cancer experience. Learn about dysregulated emotions and how to calm the waves using DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) skills. Facilitator: Andrea Sonnie, LISW-S, OSW-C
Become connected to chef Rebecca Katz’s online cooking course on nutrition and cancer. Presenter: Stephanie Hopkins, MS, RDN, LD
Cancer-related fatigue is frequently experienced by patients during and after therapy. This session will explore simple ways to reduce cancer related fatigue. Resources provided. Presenter: Clare Ogonek, OTR/L
Explore what peace means to you personally in light of cancer, loss and world events. With supplies you already have at home, use art, writing and meditation to set a new peaceful intention. Presenter: Eileen Coan, MA, MLS
Dancing and journaling have been shown to improve both our physical and mental health. This class, created by their company's physical therapist, helps participants explore movement to find a release for emotions, and an escape from the daily stressors and anxieties of life. No experience necessary, adaptations to movement will be available for those who are more comfortable seated. Presenter: Anna Cerveny, DPT, Director, Cleveland Dance Project
This interactive and creative group is designed to connect and support the entire family (caregivers, children, and siblings) in coping with the impact of cancer. Families can also connect with each other to know they are not alone in this experience. This month's theme: Mindfulness Scavenger Hunt. Facilitator: Adelle Gates, MA, CCLS
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.